Learn AND Play

Last night, Michael and Sean asked me to sign a sheet of paper allowing them to participate in their school’s accelerated learning (TAG) program. Overall, I didn’t have a problem with it, because I like the way that the kids’ … Read More

Homeless for the Holidays

Last Monday, I thought to myself, “Wow, 2013 has been relatively smooth”. That is a good thing because 2012 was challenging. You can read about that on the “Love, Loss and What We Ate” post. Afterwards, I was going about … Read More

5 Success Tips from John Salley and Boyz II Men

“Success leaves clues” is one of my favorite quotes. While I don’t believe that people should be copycats in business (or life!), I think that it is smart to learn from those who have already achieved what you desire to … Read More

Peels NYC: The Perfect Bowery Breakfast Spot

I have wanted to visit Peels in NYC’s Bowery area since July. I tasted some of their biscuits at a blogging event where chef Ginger Pierce shared their buttermilk biscuits recipe. I finally made it down to Peels this past … Read More

WAHM Tip: Do it Anyway

My comfort zone in regards to trying new business things is pretty wide, but yesterday I participated in a cooking event that fell outside of that zone. I’m glad that I did it anyway and I want to share the … Read More

A Little Help for My Mac and Cheese from Kraft

One reason that I give Target gift cards to my sons’ teachers for holiday gifts is that there is something for everyone at that store. “My teacher just had a baby. Get her some diapers,” one of my sons “helpfully” … Read More

THIS is happening tomorrow…

I will share more about this after tomorrow’s event BUT I’m beyond thrilled to be sharing a cooking stage with Smitten Kitchen and Jewels of New York tomorrow. If you know anyone who can make it to Long Island tomorrow, … Read More