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Tips on keeping kids active and healthy when schedules get busy.

August 20, 2014 1 Comment

I think there is something fundamentally wrong with a school year that begins before Labor Day Weekend. I’ll just throw that out there to start, ok? One of my uncles was a teacher and I have a very clear memory of the coffee mug he used. It said: The 3 best things about being a […]

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Sunday Rewind – Chipotle Lime Coleslaw

August 17, 2014 Leave a Comment

This Chipotle Lime Cole Slaw is a nice twist on traditional slaw and is a great side for a Mexican inspired meal.

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Los Angeles Lifestyle (and beyond) with Cindy Ambuehl

August 14, 2014 4 Comments

I thought I’d share one of my favorite websites with you today.  My friend Cindy has created Cindy Ambuehl Lifestyle, a site that showcases beautiful homes, fun things to do in Los Angeles and all sorts of gorgeous lifestyle posts. Cindy is a former actress and model who now works as one of the top luxury […]

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Unexpected guests? Snacks to keep on hand.

August 11, 2014 Leave a Comment

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of American Frozen Foods Institute and the Frozen Food Roundtable for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. We all have had moments when friends stop by unexpectedly, or spontenous plans for a BBQ come together.  The first thought is usually, "Is the house clean?!" and […]

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Sunday Rewind: Cheesy herbed potatoes, roasted in foil packets.

August 10, 2014 1 Comment

We love camping, and this is one of our favorite “go-to” recipes. Cheesy herb potatoes, roasted in foil packets over a campfire?  Mmm mmm good!   Click here to get the full recipe.  Happy Sunday!

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Sunday Rewind

August 3, 2014 Leave a Comment

I love, love, love stuffed mushrooms.  These  pesto-tomato stuffed portobello mushrooms are easy to make and absolutely delicious. You can get the full recipe here.  Give it a try and let me know what you think! Mangia!

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In case you missed it: weekly wrap-up

August 2, 2014 Leave a Comment

Hope you’re having a great weekend.  We are hanging out and praying for rain… Southern California is experiencing the worst drought! Ugh. Here’s what’s been happening around the blog lately.   Sunday Rewind: Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Cheesecake Saving a little time in the kitchen with frozen food. New packaging for Listerine bottles (that I’m willing […]

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An easy summer centerpiece using a chandelier and fresh flowers.

July 30, 2014 2 Comments

My neighbor gave me a blingy chandelier several months back.  I didn’t have any place to put it, so it just kind of got stuck in a corner.  Then I needed an easy and inexpensive centerpiece and I immediately knew the chandy would be a great focal point.  Here’s how I took a chandelier and flowers […]

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Cute Chevron designs on Listerine bottles.

July 28, 2014 1 Comment

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Listerine for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Every morning, I get up and I grab my bottle of Listerine.  I wear my Invisalign trays all night long and in the morning, the best thing to do is give 'em a quick rinse.  Even […]

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Saving steps in the kitchen using frozen food.

July 24, 2014 Leave a Comment

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of American Frozen Foods Institute and the Frozen Food Roundtable for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. If you’re a regular reader, you know that we have 4 boys, and that I like to cook for everyone.  We’ve been big fans of family meals, with […]

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