Monthly Archives: January 2012

Fancy a Cup of Tea?


In May, the furrylittlegnome will be making her yearly voyage across the pond. This year’s stop will be London – the furrylittlegnome’s second trip to this wonderful city in two years. There will be no day trips and no full … Continue reading

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Gum Drops


For most of her life, the furrylittlegnome has not been a fan of gum drops.  There is no particular reason.  She just knows that whenever she had a slice of cake in the shape of an Easter bunny as a child, she … Continue reading

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Chicken Pot Pies and More


Those who know the furrylittlegnome are all too familiar with her picky eating habits and her lack of excitement over food.  Luckily, there is a store not too far away that caters to gnomes just like her!   Henry’s, located in Beverly, Massachusetts, … Continue reading

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Birthday Greetings


Sure, she may have broken a few of my bones, and she has left quite a few scars over the years. But, look at that face! Happy Birthday to the most sophisticated and smartest 15 year old furrylittlegnome knows!

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What is a Family Friend?


Family Friend. What exactly is one?  Is it simply a friend of your family?  And, how does a family friend differ from a regular friend?   Is more or less expected from a family friend?  Just how many family friends can one have?  … Continue reading

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Furrylittlegnome’s Burberry Coat


At the corner of Beacon and Charles Streets in Boston. Two ladies approach. Lady #1: I love your coat! Lady #2: I saw you wearing it last winter. That hurts a bit. Are strangers taking notes on furrylittlegnome’s attire?

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Main Course


Just boil water. Wait for twenty five minutes. Voila! Rice pilaf!

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$23.03


“Do you want vanilla, chocolate or cookie dough? Vanilla, please. Yes, please. Yes, please. Yes, please. Yes, please. Yes, please.” An innocent telephone conversation with room service… Twenty minutes later: A pint of Ben & Jerry’s vanilla ice cream. Small … Continue reading

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