I recently was able to meet my good friend for a quick Happy Hour. I typically ask her if she knows where we should go because she's way more "in the know" and much cooler than I. We decided on a newer place not far from both of our houses. When we got there, we were handed an Ipad of some sort or a notepad (?). The server said that all of their drinks were on this device and we needed to just … [Read more...]

This was one of the best chicken dishes I've had. Of course, I was off any sort of meat for 14 days when I made it.. but I'm pretty sure this is at least in the top 5. Green olives, dried plums and olive oil - plus super easy to make. I love recipes that you can go to your cupboard and find the ingredients. No running to the store or having to make a sauce out of canned tomatoes. Try it out … [Read more...]

Has anyone tried a detox or cleanse? I am just coming off a 14 day liver detox. My husband and I did a clean eating type of detox in November "for fun". The one we did together was only 5 days. I don't think I could get him to do it for any longer. We were both eating too much crap and having sweetened coffees every day of the week, so we thought we would clean it up for a few days between … [Read more...]

Have you ever made canolli? My son and I were shopping at TJMaxx months ago and he picked up some canolli molds and asked, "Mom - can we make canolli?"  Well of course. Many weeks later we found them in the back of the drawer and we decided New Year's Day would be the perfect time to try them. The only time I've had canolli was when my husband and I took a trip to NYC. We were walking along a … [Read more...]

I posted this back in 2014 and it was brought to my attention again. (Thanks Mev!)Thought I'd repost. Merry Christmas 5 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR KID’S CHRISTMAS AWESOME DECEMBER 12, 2014 A guest post by my wonderful husband Jason~   5 Ways to Make Your Kid’s Christmas Awesome I drove 30 miles to four different stores while listening to an endless loop of sing-a-long songs only … [Read more...]

I received a request to see a few pictures that I took when I was visiting my "old stomping grounds". or Home rather. Here are a few of my faves. Thanks for reading Roxie!! … [Read more...]

I've recently been drinking a ginger turmeric drink after my morning coffee. I make about a half a gallon and keep it in the refrigerator and it lasts all week long.  By the looks of the jar you would think I don't have any pitchers at my house. I usually fill a glass with ice and the mixture and keep adding water throughout the day. There are so many benefits of ginger and … [Read more...]