Pie, in a word, is my passion. Since as far back as I can remember, watching my mother make her pies was the ultimate standard for happiness. I knew before long the house was going to be filled with the aroma of spices and freshly baked pastries that would melt in my mouth. Her pies were always thick with filling and stood tall on the plate when they were sliced. And, my favorite breakfast was pie I have simply loved pie. I can't really explain why...