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FOOD NETWORK “Favorited” My Tweet! ✨

Every day I post the featured recipe and photo from Snapshotsincursive on Twitter (by the same name). Today’s Daily Special of “Eating My Way Through the Alphabet” was the Letter X. Therefore, X Marks the Spot: Xylocarp Coconut Bars was highlighted. Imagine my elation when I received notification that Food Network “favorited” my tweet! Friends, that means I’m still on their radar. They also “favorited” Letter Z for Zucchini Boats recently.
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The Daily Special

Gail’s Kitchen seems to be open 24 hours a day. Pull up a chair for “Eating My Way Through the Alphabet: The Daily Special!” With over 200 posts, the response continues to amaze me on this journey of the palate. Thanks very much to all of my followers on http://snapshotsincursive.com for the uplifting support and moving words of encouragement. What’s cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? It’s as simple as reciting your A-B-Cs. One of my passions is being at home in my own country kitchen. I love to cook, and my husband loves that I do it often. Now more than ever, since I am retired, I relish the thought of creating something delicious from scratch. I adore time-honored traditions using tried-and-true recipes. Yet, I often never think twice about tweaking old favorites or modifying others to suit the inner craving of the moment. Most of the recipes serve 2-4 people, but can be altered in any direction. The leftovers are golden morsels to be eaten again later or shared with others. And I love to share. To me, seeing a smile in gratitude is thanks enough. The recipes you will find here in the next several weeks can be prepared very easily. Feel free to contact me with questions. Now take a deep breath, inhale the aromas, and join me on a tasteful journey entitled, “EATING MY WAY THROUGH THE ALPHABET: THE DAILY SPECIAL!”

A Celebration of 200 Posts!

Thank you to WordPress and my legion of Followers for this avenue of encouraging words. The applause is rewarding. Mile markers are therapeutic as well as uplifting along the way. I have currently crossed the threshold of 200 posts, which is no small feat. 🍓 As many of you are aware, the discipline and commitment dedicated to the blogosphere can sometimes seem like a full-time job. But receiving a “Like”, “Comment”, “Award Nomination”, or “Challenge Invitation” make it all worthwhile. Building each other up in words of genuine praise show concern and amity. It is a privilege to forge ahead on this journey where there are countless role models inspiring me every day. I accept the challenge to keep going with daily posts. Thanks, again, for befriending me. Blessings! 🍓

The First 100 Days of Blogging

“You should write,” was the encouragement I received only a short time ago.  My husband reassured me, my friends gave me a push, and my family nudged me in the direction of expression through a blog.  Since the death of my father, I sought comfort and solace in journaling while traveling with my husband, Gerald.  I began to discover “interesting stories in everyday moments”. I found it therapeutic to shift the focus from my deep sorrow to other people around me.  It seemed everyone had a story to tell.  It was there I discovered a deeper understanding of Life.  Thus, http://snapshotsincursive.com

was born. 

My passion for cooking gave birth to the idea of “Eating My Way Through the Alphabet” along with the joy of presentation for visual appeal.  So naturally, taking snapshots of food created a harmonious balance of artistic expression. I am overwhelmed by the positive response and feedback it has generated! THANKS VERY MUCH! Today I look back in gratitude for the optimism, faith, assurance, and vote of confidence I have received from the WordPress community all over the globe. The awards are amazing!!! Without exception, the definitive link bonds us together regardless of geographic locations and time zones.  Each blogger praises the other as they “Pay It Forward” with award nominations.  For me the thrill and excitement of being acknowledged in four different ways is a laurel of intellectual nourishment.  The first 100 days went fast! In continuation, I look I forward to the engaging companionship on this journey we all share together.  And the new friendships beyond.

“The Real Neat Blog Award” Nomination is Beyond Thrilling!

Being nominated for the “Real Neat Blog Award” is moving forward with confidence!

e of authenticitee enjoys my blog enough to nominate me for this awesome award.  Her posts are chocked full of inspiration, encouragement, music, and more.  You must see!!


Though it is not a requirement to accept the nomination, who wouldn’t want to pay it forward?!

These are the rules:

1. Put the award logo on your blog.

2. Answer 7 questions asked by the person who nominated you.

3. Thank the person who nominated you, linking to their blog.

4. Nominate any number of bloggers you like, linking to their blogs.

5. Let them know you nominated them (by commenting on their blog etc.)


~~~ THE INVALUABLE 7 QUESTIONS ~~~


1. Where do most visits to your blog come from?

United States, Indonesia, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

2. What is your favorite sport?

Bowling, because you can eat and drink while competing.

3. What has been a special moment for you in 2014?

Celebrating a milestone birthday at the top of the Eiffel Tower…..in Vegas!

4. What is your favorite quote?

“Lo, I am with you always.” ~ Matthew 28:20

5. What was your favorite class when still at school?

English Composition; Big Surprise!

6. Anything you wished to have learned earlier?

It is impossible to survive as a “People Pleaser”. I had to learn to live by the mantra, “What is right for Gail?”

7. What musical instrument have you tried to play?

I tried to learn to play the guitar, but decided I could live without the calluses…..not the manicure!

And now, the Nominees for the “Real Neat Blog Award”, in my opinion, are as follows:

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Confessions of a Wanderer

Dee’s Dating Diary

Karl’s Blog, Feelings From the Pit

Vagabond Chloe

You are Bold, you are Visible, you are Acknowledged!!!