When I was a child, there wasn’t a holiday that went by that The Peanuts were not a part of! No matter how many times I saw the “Great Pumpkin” or a Charlie Brown Christmas, my little eyes were mesmerized by these beloved characters who were so near and dear to our hearts! As an […]
My favorite Halloween costumes of all time were the ones I made myself. If you agree with that statement, you’ll love this roundup of DIY Halloween costumes. They range in all levels of difficulty, so you don’t have to be a seamstress or invest a lot of money to pull them off. Some, like the […]
Feeding teens is a challenge! Not only do my sons have hearty appetites but they’ve also developed distinct likes and dislikes. In their early child years, I was assured they would pretty much eat everything on their dinner plate as presented. Now that they’ve grown up, getting them to try new foods is more difficult, especially […]
One thing about movie night in our house, you can always expect extras, especially when it pertains to the action-adventure and sci-fi of anything Star Wars! While it’s not a movie, per say, the Star Wars Rebels: Complete Season One is a series perfect for enjoying a fun family night of action-packed viewing! Now available on Blu-ray […]
Bobby Flay may be best known for his popular restaurants, cooking shows on Food Network and masterful grilling skills, but this talented chef says brunch is his favorite meal. Fans who have been asking for Flay’s brunch recipes and insights will be delighted with his new book “Brunch @ Bobby’s” now available on Amazon at at major booksellers nationwide. Brunch @ […]
The festive day where creativity and imagination run free, Halloween is one of our family’s all-time favorites! It’s so much fun to dress up as your favorite characters, spend the evening with friends and family and of course, indulge in a little trick or treating, too. Thanks to Oriental Trading, we’re having a great time theming our […]
Do you feel like you’re racing the clock all the time and that there isn’t enough time to get everything done? Let me introduce you to slow watches. They’re watches that help you keep your zen by slowing down time. I reviewed the slow Jo 15 and after testing it out, I’m really quite smitten with this concept. […]
Pumpkin may be the buzz flavor of the season, but for me, I’m thinking pink! While not your traditional flavors, nothing speaks holidays to me better than smoked salmon and fresh oranges. Both have a long tradition in our family stemming from generations of fishermen and Irish stockings filled with fresh fruits and candies. My nostalgic flavor journey […]
Fall is in the air! The leaves are changing, the air is getting crisp, and then there is that distinct smell of fall, especially in my kitchen. Everything smells like pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It’s one of my favorite scents of all time. Does your home smell like that yet? If not, here is some inspiration […]
