Bloganuary 16, 2023: Do you have a memory that’s linked to a smell?

Today’s Bloganuary prompt: Do you have a memory that’s linked to a smell? Dill. Hands down, without question. The smell of dill makes me think of my maternal grandmother. Baba, as I lovingly referred to her, was a tremendous cook of traditionally Jewish food. Her matzoh ball soup was unrivaled in its deliciousness. And it’sContinue reading “Bloganuary 16, 2023: Do you have a memory that’s linked to a smell?”

Bloganuary 8, 2023: How far back in your family tree can you go?

Today’s Bloganuary prompt: How far back in your family tree can you go? This is a tough one for me. Growing up, I think it’s fair to say I knew less of my family than my peers knew of theirs. My immediate family included my mom, my dad, and my brother, who’s 7 years olderContinue reading “Bloganuary 8, 2023: How far back in your family tree can you go?”