So tell me, someone please, spill the secret: how do you adjust being a SAHM? I have been working full-time for over 16 years now. I enjoy working. I like the challenge an enjoyable job brings, and I, of course, like the paycheck and the idea that I'm contributing to the family. Comaraderie, … [continue]
In two words: Trader Joe’s. (ROCKS) Second oven rack: ordered! Another Trader Joe’s find: being used in dinner tonight with gnocchi (store-bought..don’t judge), crusty bread dipped in the aforementioned Dukkah, and roasted zucchini and cherry/grape tomatoes. Pups hanging out — the middle one is my “grand-puppy.” What I’m currently reading, so it’s [...]
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My blog is mostly about food, yet today’s been one of those days..the kind that make me want a nap by 12:30pm and a glass of wine by 4pm. Yet I can’t do either, so instead, I’ll break ranks and blog about something entirely different, a highly personal topic that I typically don’t touch on [...]
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Do you want to know how to cook in a tiny space? First, let me say that having four square feet of countertops is not a reason to order takeout daily. Tempting, but don’t let it daunt you — with some patience, creativity and planning, you will find success in cooking even a four-course meal [...]
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It’s been a crazy week. In a good way..I think? But still, TGIF, right?? Hubby started his new job this week. Can you say YAY? He loves it. He’s gone a lot, but he loves it and he finally has the job he’s wanted (and deserved) for a long time. Say it with me: Score! [...]
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Want to hear my list of top 10 benefits to eating healthy foods? 1. You can pronounce the ingredients. 2. You can read the ingredients of your foods in just a couple of seconds. 3. No mystery ingredients! 4. Your grocery bill will be cheaper. 5. You often lose weight. 6. Your body will be [...]
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Do you drink enough water? I don’t. No excuses, no good reasons, I just don’t. I’ve heard a lot of discussion about what is truly a safe amount of water to drink. It used to be said that you should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day, and if you’re trying to lose weight, [...]
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I am a CostCo fan. I love the fact we can find high-quality items for a lower price, with a good variety. (And the fact I can get a big discount on magazines, clothes and wine while shopping for food? Bonus!) We have been members at the executive level for a few years now, and [...]
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With so many people out of work, and prices not compensurate with the income of many who are working, saving money on food costs has become even more important. Add in the shortage of certain foods due to weather catastrophes, causing the prices to rise, and you have the perfect storm for motivation to look [...]
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Muffins!
Summer toes!
Produce bounty!
