Did you know that Vanilla was the first flavor of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream? The brand may be known for their other more memorable flavors, but plain ol’ Vanilla is what got Ben & Jerry’s started. It’s received many awards and accolades over the years, and just happens to be my favorite, because it’s […]
Archives for December 2011
Choosing a Christmas Tree
We went looking for a Christmas tree the other day, but came home empty handed. Why? For the first time in over 10 years, we’re setting up an artificial Christmas tree. I kept going back and forth about it – which is the greener option? – and finally decided this was the right choice for […]
The Trash Pack
I wrote about The Trash Pack a few weeks ago, a new toy craze that has taken the U.S by storm. Named after all the delights you might toss in a trash can – Smelly Sock, Germ Worm, Scum Gum, Stale Bread, Sour Snail, Putrid Pizza, etc. – this garbage-themed line of toys for kids […]
The Home Depot Holiday Décor
A few days ago, I told my husband that I had to go to The Home Depot. His response: “What do you need me to buy?” He didn’t understand why I would want to go to a store that, being a contractor, is practically his second home. Bestowed with a $100 gift card to spend […]
New Slim-Fast shakes available!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Slim-Fast for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. I’ve dieted off and on for years now, and often reach for Slim-Fast products when I want something easy, convenient, and low-calorie. They’ve just re-launched their rich, creamy shakes in a cool, portable bottle that is […]
Do you let your kids help in the kitchen?
I do. I find they’re much more likely to eat whatever they make, plus, it’s a learning experience. Maya is learning about fractions, for instance, and using a measuring cup is great practice. Maura loves to do more tactile things, like sprinkle cheese or drizzle chocolate on desserts. Go join the conversation at Ragu’s Facebook […]
