Monthly Archives: June 2012

A Brunch Soyree with Egg and Toast Muffins! {Giveaway}

Too bad I didn’t add “Practice being a Good Hostess” to my New Year resolutions because I would be wracking up some serious goal points this year.   I recently had the pleasure of hosting a ” Brunch Soyree” with some … Continue reading

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Letting Great Taste Shine {$150 Value GIVEAWAY}

Recently I caught myself complaining about the financial situation I find myself in as a single parent: if only I had more money, then I would be able to decorate my home, fix up my wardrobe, visit more local restaurants … Continue reading

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Strawberry Lemonade Ice Cream Pie

I love summer desserts!  Unfortunately, so many of my favorite summer desserts involve such unhealthy ingredients like jello, cool whip, etc.  This summer, I want to create delicious summer desserts made from real and wholesome ingredients.  First up, I’ve been … Continue reading

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Lindt R.S.V.P. Chocolate Party!

The best thing ever recently happened to me!  In an effort to spread the word about their new Lindt R.S.V.P. program, Lindt sent me a package for a Chocolate Preview Party.  In other words, Lindt sent me A LOT of … Continue reading

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Spork – Fed: Vegan Cookbook Review, Recipe, {Giveaway}

I am not a vegetarian, but I don’t eat a lot of meat.  We often go weeks without any meat at our house and we don’t miss it at all.  Vegan meals are harder to come by at my house … Continue reading

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#71 – Climb a Tree

We crossed #71 off from our Summer List!  We gathered some friends, found some trees, and spent a few hours climbing and exploring.  Esme and Eila climbed to heights never before attempted and did some tree branch swinging.  Ada, however, … Continue reading

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Spinach and Feta Stuffed Shells: Easy Pasta Dinner

When I need a quick and easy dinner, I often turn to pasta.  It’s a crowd pleaser at my house, it’s a great way to enjoy a load of vegetables with cheese, and it really is so darn easy.  Best … Continue reading

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First Days of Summer: #22 and #6

It is summer time in our neighborhood.  We made our summer list a few weeks ago, and now it’s finally time to get started and put some action behind the words.  This week, my brother hooked us up twice!  First, … Continue reading

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Things to do in the Summer

take a walk go camping have a birthday party splash park see a movie at the theater go swimming plant grass water balloons find 5 new parks farmer’s market go fishing pick berries zoo play in the mud make new … Continue reading

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