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The Friday Exhale: 5 Thoughts on the Week

Hope springs eternal. Initially, I almost killed this plant just after I got it for my birthday back in March. It was so pretty on my shady dresser, and in the busyness of my days, I somehow assumed it would stay that way. Now, it is blooming again for the first time. I am thrilled and grateful that it has chosen to beautify my window sill with its delicate bloom. Simple remedy: follow the directions for sun and water. – Maria

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The Friday Exhale: 5 Thoughts on the Week

Our family comes from Rauscedo, a village in Friuli, the most northeastern region in Italy, bordered by gorgeous beaches, the Alps and Venice. During my lifetime, it has transformed itself from a poor village of emigrants to Argentina, Australia, England and Canada, to an affluent cooperative that sells its grape vines around the world.

Lately, they have been producing and sellling more of their own wines. Prosecco has become my go-to wine for special occasions. I wish the one from Cantina Rauscedo were available here. My daughter and I had some when we visited Rauscedo two years ago and it was delicious! – Maria

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