It has been crazy, hectic and fun. My little family loves traveling together. We drive everywhere and this trip was no different. In the past two days we have driven 1,245 miles. The very last 3 hours put us all to the test. We had been up since 6 am with nothing to eat all…
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Saying Good-Bye…
I love this picture. It is probably one of my ten favorite photos of my son. His eyes are closed but you can tell he is immensely happy and content. He loves Santa Claus. Halloween to Christmas is his hardest time of year. He loves the anticipation of the holidays and all its traditions. It…
Thanksgiving Day
Over the years my Thanksgiving Day has changed in many ways. When I was young Thanksgiving Day was always my mother, father, brother, grandma and myself around the table. This was what we jokingly called a “large” family gathering for us. There was always the traditional dishes- turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, corn, rolls and salad….
Wait! You’re Writing About Chinese Takeout for Your 600th Post?
Beef and Broccoli with Fried Rice and General Tso’s Chicken with White Rice “Man plans. God laughs.” – Yiddish Proverb This is my 600th post. It is not anywhere near what I thought I would be writing about for my 600th post. But, this is life and this is what happens when we plan. I…
One of Those Days – Papa Murphy’s Pizza
Papa Murphy’s All Meat Pizza Note: I received NOTHING from Papa Murphy’s for this post. I purchased my pizza myself with my coupon(!) from our Superbook. This is my opinion and I have not in any way compensated by anyone. I surrendered tonight. I try to cook dinner at least 6 if not 7 nights…
Mediterranean Egg Bake
I love weekends. I wish weekends were five days long and week days were two. We enjoy being together as a family. For Christmas this year I planned a year of family dates. I planned twelve family adventures, one for each month, and bought gift cards or put cash in envelope for each month plus…
What's for Dinner Moms? 