The Coleman’s Camping World
I was right! Usually, I don’t like to gloat, because no one likes an “I told you so” type of person (as I tell my kids). However, I’m going to indulge this time. See, I have been trying to encourage … Read More
Back to School: Sadness turned to joy
Whew! We made it through the first day of school today…and it was wonderful. How was it for you and your little ones? Today was much better than yesterday when I was in a really funky mood that I just … Read More
Serena’s Pancake Recipe
What do you do when you think that you have a package of your favorite pancake mix on hand…only to discover that it is missing from your cabinet? Well, this situation recently happened to me. Instead of trading in my … Read More
Apple-Strawberry Sangria Recipe
Have you had sangria before? At the Sotto Terra event last week, Chef George Duran prepared a delicious apple-strawberry sangria. Since I only like sweet or fruity tasting drinks, this one worked well for me. It was served with a … Read More
I was punk’d by Marie Callender’s…and I liked it!
Do you ever eat frozen meals? Personally, I rarely do. It’s not that I especially have a problem with them, it’s just easier for me to cook. On nights when cooking doesn’t fit in my schedule and Reggie doesn’t want … Read More
Back-to-school clothing shopping (and a giveaway)
Congrats to the winner: susan smoaks Zappos.com items I can hardly believe that the summer is almost over and school will be starting in around two weeks. Have you already done your “Back to School” shopping yet? We have already … Read More
Almond Butter Dip (A Healthy Lunch Option)
Last week I had the pleasure to attend a fun Back to School event hosted by MomTrends. As a networking event/informal chat, the night included a discussion of hot trends, staying organized and balancing work and family life. I also … Read More
The best homemade turkey burgers (and second best beef burgers*)
Turkey meat is interesting. Without question, it is healthier than ground beef, so I try to use it instead of beef most of the time. For many things (chili, spaghetti meat sauce, lasagna,etc.) it works and my guys happily eat … Read More
Harry Potter: The Exhibition (NYC)
On Wednesday, I took a break from camp work and spent some special time with each of my sons. Sean (4) was happy with a reading trip to Barnes & Noble followed by a Starbucks cookie treat. Then, Michael and … Read More
One-Pot Quinoa Tomato Recipe Medley
Over the past year, I have been making a lot of dishes with quinoa. This one-pot quinoa tomato recipe is one of the best. I discovered quinoa after reading about its health properties on The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia: A … Read More