psst – Guess what? I started a Facebook page. Would you care to join me over there? I’m kind of a banana muffin fanatic. Always on the search for the best recipe, I can’t believe I didn’t notice this one in my beloved Barefoot Contessa cookbook until this past weekend. Given I’m a fan of [...]
I bought Wito’s classroom Valentine’s cards from Minted, and I couldn’t be happier. Doesn’t the little photo of his face just seal the deal? Would you, could you pleeeeaaase be my Valentine? However, I loved these homemade ideas as well…the slacker mom’s guide to homemade Valentine’s cards from Rage Against the Minivan (ADORABLE), Valentine’s Day [...]
We’re kind of a crazy granola-eating family over here. In milk, as a snack, on top of yogurt or oatmeal…the list goes on and on. Since we’ve become granola aficionados, we are pretty particular when it comes to flavor. Not too sweet, not too salty, just that perfectly delicious nutty flavor that you never tire [...]
Oh, you guys. The Vitamix. THE VITAMIX. I love it. (By the way, the Vitamix talk is all me. I have no ties to Vitamix – I bought it with my own money, and there is no sponsorship going on. And, as a reminder, if/when I write a sponsored post, there will always be a [...]
1. I spent most of yesterday being filmed for a documentary featuring stylish moms. (What the WHAT? How super cool/exciting/insane is that?? I can’t wait to see!) I just had to share this photo because I can’t stop laughing. First off, Wito is the little speck in the distance, about to be taken out to [...]
While searching for photos on an old external hard drive last weekend, I unearthed some precious Ron (also known as Bishop Stu Tu, the Candy Man, and the man with whom I secure hoagies and miracle ham) video footage. It seems I totally forgot about a few videos we shot in 2009 while I was [...]
Yo ho ho, it’s soup season, and this little ditty will knock your socks off. Chicken and Potato Soup with Bacon Prep and cook time: 45 minutes 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 white onion , chopped 6 bacon slices, sliced 2 leeks , washed and sliced 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 4 [...]
1. For those of you patiently awaiting my skincare post, it’s coming this week. Hang tight! 2. This week marks the last week of my family friendly meal posts at CafeMom. If you’re interested, here are the recipes so far. Burgers and black bean/corn salad. Pork and bean stew. Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken and Crispy [...]
Last week was crazy. Three nights out (one including my internet soul sistah), playdates, lunch dates, appointments, a photo shoot for my kids…but really, can we go back to the three nights out thing? I’m sure many of you take no issue with spending three weeknights out and about, but OH MY GOD, it’s so [...]
1. Today is the last day to enter my $150 Old Navy giveaway at What in the Whoorld. Be sure to enter here! 2. I also have a poll up at Babble. Do (or would) you give your children blogging nicknames? Do you think it’s safe or silly? 3. I’m doing a series of posts [...]
It’s almost summer. Sunny days at the pool, balmy nights…I mean, it’s practically synonymous with a hearty stew prepared in a slow cooker, right? Okay, okay. I know. TOTAL OPPOSITES, but let me tell you why I prefer using my slow cooker in the summer more than any other season. First off, using a slow [...]
#127, Beckie S! Congratulations, Beckie! Your new Tassimo will be on its way shortly.
The Tassimo T20 and our slightly miffed French press looking on… When the folks at Tassimo contacted me about sending one of their T20 Brewers my way, I jumped on the chance. Here’s why: 1. I love coffee. (A half cup to full cup at most.) 2. D loves coffee. (Two cups, please.) 3. I [...]
Plus bonus haiku. Somebody stop me! Bright garden bouquet Strawberry mimosas fizz And yes, I had one Always happy to receive D’s sweet handmade cards True renaissance man Kindle, sunglasses Read The Handmaid’s Tale in one day. You MUST read soon Sneaking around the house in said glasses like a stealth secret agent Nobody said [...]
This is one of those sites in which I bang my head against the wall for JUST finding it. Whhhhhyyyyyyy? I love Weelicious – the aerial views of her son’s lunchboxes, the easy-to-prepare recipes and the super cool videos. (The granola balls are perfect for preschool snack day!) If you are trying to infuse more [...]
