Spicy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Many years ago, my husband and I decided we wanted to watch the movie, Zodiac, starring Jake Gyllenhaal. We went down to our local Redbox machine to pick up the movie. We grabbed a six-pack of beer,...
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I’m beginning to feel like I’m being set up to play the role of the little old lady who swallowed a fly. I live in a quiet suburban neighborhood outside of Syracuse, NY. It’s a peaceful neighborhood,...
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My five-year old, Liam, and his three-year-old younger brother, Lucas, are inseparable. Yet the two boys could hardly be more different. One of the most notable displays of their differences comes in...
View ArticleGrilled Peach and Prosciutto Salad with Creamy BBQ Dressing
There’s a little angel who lives on one of my shoulders, whispering, Be a good girl, Amy. Eat the apple instead of the brownie. Put down that fifth glass of wine. Nothing tastes as good as skinny...
View ArticleGrilled Soy-Ginger Flank Steak and Asian Cabbage Slaw
I’ve written before about my Lucas and his regard for the truth. If Lucas tells you that pink elephants are falling from the sky, you’d better seek cover and fast. The kid doesn’t lie. What I didn’t...
View ArticleThanksgiving Takes Two, Three, and Four
Happy Thanksgiving, friends! I’ve got a bird to throw in the oven and a parade to watch. Just wanted to pop in to share these previously posted ideas for your Thanksgiving leftovers. I’ll be starting...
View ArticleSweet and Spicy Honey Chipotle Infused Beets
Between the three boys’ birthdays, holidays, and my general love of entertaining, we host a good number of parties each year. So, it’s no surprise that we make regular trips to our local Party City....
View ArticlePasta with Ham and Mushrooms in a Creamy Spinach Ricotta Sauce
If you celebrate Easter, it’s likely that come Sunday, you may find yourself with an excess of boiled eggs, some ham, and maybe even some candy. With that in mind, I’ve gathered up a few tasty ideas on...
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Process for Vacuuming a Room Without Kids: Step 1: Remove vacuum cleaner from closet. Step 2: Plug in the vacuum. Step 3: Turn on the vacuum. Step 4: Use the vacuum to suck debris and animal hair from...
View ArticleRoasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette: One Simple Dressing, Two Amazing Salads (and...
It was back in one of my undergraduate teacher education classes, that I was first introduced to the debate over nature vs. nurture. How much of our personality, strengths, challenges, and interests...
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