Author Archives: Claudia Meydrech
The Prickly Pear Plant, Fruit and Beveridge
I have great memories of a trip that we took to Colorado a few years ago. My husband’s family lives out there, and we try to make the 2000 mile drive, if we don’t fly, as often as we can. … Continue reading
Posted in Cooking and Food, Vacations
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A Christmas Carol Family Memory
On Christmas Eve, after all preparations for Christmas Day are complete, I will do what I have done every Christmas for many, many years. I’ll pull out my favorite version of A Christmas Carol on DVD, the one with Alastair … Continue reading
Posted in Celebrities, Christmas, Movies
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Friends who Celebrate Hanukkah (Chanukah)
I was not raised in a Jewish household that celebrated Hanukkah, but remember “comparing notes” with Jewish friends during the Christmas holiday season during my childhood. I remember being just a little envious because their celebration lasted more days than … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, holidays
Tagged chanukah, Christmas, christmas holidays, hanukkah, holidays, jewish holidays, religious holidays
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I Remember the First Time I Wore Makeup
Now girls wear Make Up at such a young age compared to when I was growing up. I was raised in a conservative home and went to a private school, and girls in my home didn’t wear makeup until high … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion and Makeup
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A Family of Caregivers
I am from a family that has members that know more than many about what it means to be a caregiver. It is not an easy role, but if you have the patience and support you need, in the end … Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Ancestors, Brothers, Caregivers, Dad, Deaths, Grandparents, Mom
Tagged caregiver websites, caregivers, caregiving, caregiving websites, national caregivers month
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