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Steve's avatar

Our first house in Florida had a big mango tree. When it's mango season, you need to be ready because those trees are prolific. The tree was partly over our back fence. One day, the doorbell rang. It was a woman and a kid about 5. She said he wanted a mango from the part over the fence, but she told him to ask permission first. He did and I had him come in. I handed him a TJ's grocery bag and helped him pick all the mangos he could carry. I still smile when I think about that, 10 years later.

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Dawn Bonker's avatar

Steve, what a wonderful story. I bet that kid remembers that day, too!

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Cindy O’Dell's avatar

Apparently I’ve only happened on the most sour of kumquats. Glad somebody likes the cute little fruit.

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Dawn Bonker's avatar

They are kicky!

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Diane Bucka's avatar

Oh what fun....I share your tendency to go a bit rogue and take liberties with recipes, preferring to think of them as "suggestions," oh well. But I do admire your little project, and of course your wonderful garden! And I think I need to hear more about the lemon pasta, and my Meyers are finally here.

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Dawn Bonker's avatar

Mmm. Meyers. You are lucky, indeed.

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Carol Penn's avatar

In addition to your wordsmith skills, you excel in cooking. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

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Dawn Bonker's avatar

Thank you, Carol!

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