-
Today Mason’s teacher invited all the parents to attend a special celebration at school. As part of our homework assignment we were to write or draw the dream we have for our child. A hula hoop was hung from the ceiling and the papers tied to the hula hoop to crate a “Dream Catcher”. My…
-
I scoffed at the weatherman last year when he announced it was officially Fall. 90 degrees does not constitute Fall in my head. Fall is warm sweaters, a crisp to the air, and apples. It is the middle of January and heavy coats and boots have been put aside for lighter jackets. I waited so…
-
In today’s economic uncertainties proper money management is top on the list of priorities when it comes to preparing my children for the real world. When I was in college I did not drive anywhere on the weekends because I did not have the money to pay for the extra gas spent. I did not…
-
This is a recipe from a friend of mine Diane Carter. She does not have any measurements it is one of those throw it all together dishes. 1 pound Angel Hair Pasta Feta Cheese Small Jar of Sun Dried Tomatoes, chopped Cilantro Parmesan Cheese Boil pasta until cooked to your liking. Add the jar of…
-
A simple soup full of flavor. 2 tbsp butter 1 onion, chopped Salt and Pepper 1 tbsp chili powder 1 baking potato, peeled and chopped 4 cups chicken broth 1 (16 oz) bag frozen corn kernels 2 cups shredded chicken 1 (10 oz) bag frozen green beans Sour cream, for serving, optional In a large…
-
Mushrooms add such a nice rich flavor to the simplest of dishes. Source: Christina Stanley Salerno (Everyday with Rachael Ray Magazine) 8 Chicken Thighs 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp fresh thyme Salt and pepper 8 oz mushrooms, halved 1 onion, coarsely chopped 1 (10 oz) package frozen peas Position a rack in the upper…
-
I went running this morning and I found the energy I had been looking for. The weather has been beautiful all week. I just had to get out and take advantage of it before it turns rainy or cold again. Mild weather is certainly one benefit of living in the Valley. I am not a…