September 18, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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(Please note: most of this was written last night – the 17th.) As I was cuddled up beside Jacob, rubbing his back and putting him to sleep, he asked his usual question: “Sooooo Mommy, what was YOUR favourite part of … Continue reading
September 16, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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(from Anastasia) Yesterday I started to write/rant. I was angry, I was frustrated, and I was seriously running out of hope.Thank goodness for good friends, a few acts of kindness, and a moment to reflect. We live in the wonderful … Continue reading
September 16, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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Tired, but did my job. I don’t know how, but I did. The drive to do what I do best, and the love of food still gives me the ability to create. Its very late, been and incredibly long day … Continue reading
September 15, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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I woke this morning, tired and groggy. Rested, but at the same time fatigued, just wanted to roll over and stay in bed all day. Reality. I can’t do that, we have two children that need caring for, I have … Continue reading
September 14, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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That is the big question of the morning….how ARE the children? I just got back from taking Jacob to school. While there, I spoke with the Community School Coordinator, Laureen Sawatsky. I asked that Jacob be put on the nutrition … Continue reading
September 14, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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I have the luxury of making choices on the food we consume, which affects the health and well being of my family
September 13, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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Good Afternoon! It is Anastasia again…Ant and I thought it would be ok if we both posted on the blog. We intend to interview Jacob (our oldest) as well. As Ant mentioned, last night was mostly spent on our menu … Continue reading
September 13, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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Good morning fellow challengers, and everyone else following along. So having left a chefs association meeting in the comfort of a hotel ballroom with fine fruits, smoked salmon, prosciutto wrapped asparagus desserts and so on, served at the conclusion, (where I did throw … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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Hi, my name is Anastasia (Anthony’s wife). Today has been an interesting day, full of very mixed emotions regarding the upcoming week and all that it has to offer. Words fail me on so many levels at this point. But … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Anthony McCarthy
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Being in the position I am, a chef in a busy kitchen surrounded by great food all the time. I have not been thinking about the contents of the basket, more anticipating in the same way I would with a … Continue reading