Monthly Archives: August 2010

9 Things I Learned at BlogHer ’10

It is hard to believe that 2 weeks ago today I was still running around the BlogHer Conference in New York City. I was visiting sessions on monetization, photography, pitching and writing. I was visiting with friends, both old and new, in hallways, elevators, in hotel suites and parties. I was running the streets going… Continue Reading

Oatmeal Raisin Cereal Bars

Snack, snack, snack. That is what we do. All. Day. Long. Everyday. Seriously. Luke packs a a lunch and 3 to 4 snacks. I eat a small lunch and 3 or 4 snacks through the day and Maddy, well Maddy eats pretty much all the time.  Okay not really all the time but the kids… Continue Reading

Kid Friendly Lunch – Tuna Salad Pockets

Mini pitas are so fun. They are kid sized and provided a great base for numerous kid friendly lunches. Pitas are easy to make, or I would suggest buying them when they are on sale and freezing them. They freeze well and thaw quickly making for a quick and easy place to start when making… Continue Reading

Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Hummus

I am on a serious sun dried tomato kick. Actually I’m on a basil kick too. Sun dried tomato and basil, ooooh yeah. This hummus has major flavor, crackers, pita chips, veggies, sandwiches, eaten straight off a spoon, you name it and it will be delicious. Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Hummus Ingredients 1 can chick peas… Continue Reading

Apricots and Magic

It is pretty magical when a simple trip to Papa and MeMe’s house can turn into a harvest. Hoisted up on Papa’s shoulders so little hands can reach ripe fruit. Beautiful golden , amber and orange apricots, red ripe raspberries, and one sweet girl exclaiming “so natural! so fresh!” over and over. The setting sun… Continue Reading

Kid Friendly Lunch – “Sushi” Rolls

I don’t really have the money or time to provide actual sushi rolls for lunch for toddlers, but I can make some faux rolls and we can have a little fun with our food. Whats on the plate: Turkey “Sushi” Rolls ( whole wheat bread, sliced turkey, lettuce, tomato and a touch of mustard and… Continue Reading

Friendships, An Answer

Two weeks ago I threw a question out into the internet. Hoping to start some discussion and take a peak into your thoughts.A question of the week, that turned into a question of two weeks. I haven’t forgotten about my promise to answer that very same question. I’ve been stewing and contemplating and trying to… Continue Reading