Boron Elgar wrote:

> On Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, we decided to hit the road in
> search of Cohen's Bakery in Ellensville, NY and also to Bread Alone in
> Boiceville. While others started their holiday shopping, we sought the
> elusive pumpernickel raisin and wild artisan bread.
.......
> It was a very nice day.

WOW! I'm going where you went next year the day after Thanksgiving!!!
(The Catskills aren't THAT far from Boston)
Sounds like better than just a very nice day....

Let us all know how your "gifted" starter works for you.

all the best,
Mary