Holidays are an opportunity

By Michael Lato | Published: December 10, 2009
The beauty of a crisis is that is becomes an opportunity to show someone how much you care about them…a visit, a card, some food, a phone call from a friend, bringing people together to create community (aka strength and support)–all very welcome and appreciated. Holidays create the same opportunity without the misfortune.  This holiday season [...]
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Italian Wine Cookies

By Michael Lato | Published: December 9, 2009
This is a great holiday cookie…make them with a friend, and finish off the bottle of wine while you work. Collect these ingredients: 6 cups all purpose flour 6 tsp baking powder 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 cup red wine 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp allspice 6 tablespoons cocoa 1 stick + 6 tablespoons softened butter 2 cups pecan pieces Sift and mix [...]
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How people are using HazelMail

By Michael Lato | Published: November 17, 2009
Seeing how people have been communicating via custom postcards has been amazing. People are creating great photographic art… Sending Thank You notes that make you smile… Bringing the party to someone who was not there… Of course, sharing some great vacation photos… And, this one made me laugh…It’s a group of guys meeting a ferry on the Dalmation coast.  Spelled [...]
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Giving thanks!

By Michael Lato | Published: November 17, 2009
American Thanksgiving is upon us.  I encourage everyone to take a minute and talk about what you are grateful for.  Here’s some of my list: I am grateful for family and friends…and my dog. I remain grateful that we at HazelMail get to see how people are communicating with photos and postcards…it’s beautiful. I am grateful that my [...]
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Incredible Salad Dressing!

By Michael Lato | Published: November 14, 2009
Mix the following ingredients… 1 Quart real mayonaisse 1 cup beef consomme 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tsp lime juice 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp ground black pepper 1 tsp salt 1 tablespoon Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce Mix, chill, and you’ll thank me later!
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