how do i choose?

It is interesting to see what becomes a collectable item to people.  We ran the gambit from CDs to DVDs, books and figurines.  In the last ten years, my growing collection has become cookbooks.  The irony is I came into marriage with my Nancy Drew Cookbook and nothing else.  I thought it was most appropriate since cooking was a true mystery to me.

When we remodeled the kitchen, it became apparent that we needed a proper space to display my books.  When talking with our cabinet guy, he mentioned he knew someone who could build me a shelf to match the new cabinets.  We were off!  The best part is my cookbook collection is not only functional but has become a focal point for the kitchen.  Friends and family always walk into the kitchen and gravitate to the bookshelf reminiscing about great meals. 
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I love to look at my collection and dream about what I want to make today or later in the week.  Do I need to go to the butcher?  The farmer’s market?  Or do I have all the ingredients already in my pantry?  The possibilities are endless, and I am so thankful for those who have created these beautiful cookbooks to inspire my daily cooking.