When I first heard of the new Marie Callender’s Home-Style Creations, I immediately thought of my sister. She works at Wal-Mart, and only gets a short break during her shift for lunch. Having worked there myself many, many years ago, I know exactly how easy it is to reach for a candy bar in the […]
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Happy Halloween!
Saturday will be a busy day for us. I’ve got a neighborhood party and parade to prepare for! I thought I’d post these photos from last weekend, and wish you all a Happy Halloween!
Store-brand formula is as good as the big brands!
Everyone knows that breast is best for baby, but there are times when regardless of best intentions, formula is essential – mom is on medication, has multiples, can’t pump at work, etc. Then, it’s important for new moms to provide their babies with the best possible nutritional support, but still get the best value for […]
Halloween Safety
I took the girls to Boo at the Zoo on Sunday night, as I have for the past 3 years. It’s become kind of a tradition. Though we’ll still go out on Halloween night for an hour or two, what I like about Boo at the Zoo is that it’s a safe and worry-free trick-or-treating […]
National Seafood Month is winding down
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants have celebrated October as National Seafood Month with specials all month long. For lunch, there is a 10 Under $10 special, and with the Choose Your Perfect Combination special, you have the option to choose from five seafood classics, including Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Fresh Water Tilapia, Atlantic Salmon, Alaskan Halibut […]
Our Green Festival experience
Last weekend I attended Green Festival with the girls. This is the nation’s largest green living event. More than 125 speakers took the stage, and 350 green businesses exhibited. There were great how-to workshops, green films, a Fair Trade pavilion, yoga classes, organic beer, organic cuisine and live music. The girls loved the snacks, interactive […]
