the other is this binder than has all the recipes I've collected from websites or magazines or friends.

This made me smile. I have the exact same thing sitting on the counter. In fact I'm staring at it now wondering to cook up for tonight. I've even got those index thingies and have it broken down by snacks, quick meals, brekkie...you get the point. It's the best thing ever and I think I probably use it at least as much as a couple of my fav books.

And you're right about brasslove, it did need a kick in the pants. jenbachand has been the total driving force behind this ficathon, it's amazing how she juggles it all.