There’s something about Fall that speaks to my heart, my soul. I know that January is traditionally the time of new beginnings, turning over a new leaf or starting new journeys, but I don’t know.. Fall has always been so much more refreshing to me. Fall here in South Texas means a small bite in…
Last week some of the #DellDozen ambassadors engaged in a live Tweet Chat and livestreaming Innovation in Education Think tank and Town Hall at MIT. This chat and Think tank Town Hall centered around the discussions of Technology in Education – how it’s being used, where it’s being used and what people feel about the…
Six S-I-X How is that possible? Even as I type the words, I can’t believe it. Even after you came barreling into my bedroom this morning at 4:45AM (thank-you-very-much) screaming – “It’s my birthday!!! I’m SIX TODAY!” I still can’t believe that it’s been six years since I first held you in my arms….
I don’t know about y’all, but where I’m from Summer means bare feet Sidewalk chalk and dripping frozen goodness Frozen treats just epitomize happy summer days, childhood and joy, don’t they? The sticky fingers from melted popsicles, brain freezes and colored tongues – now, I’m sharing those same treats and memories with…
I’ve been to New Orleans several times. The first was with Nathan when I was pregnant with Princess. The second was for Mom 2.0, where I had my first experience with a John Besh Restaurant. Oh. Em. Gee. I do not say that lightly. Oh. My. Good. Giddy Aunt. If you have an opportunity to…
If you love to cook, if you’re passionate about creating delicious dishes and sharing them with friends and family – you know the importance of good knives. Knives that always perform – that will slice a tomato cleanly and smoothly… Knives that will cut through a fresh loaf of bread without smooshing it beyond belief……
So it’s been a bit over a week since The Big Reveal and y’all are just the most supportive, gracious and wonderful people. I simply adore my new look, and I have the talented and lovely Deanna to thank for it. As part of my reveal – Deanna graciously offered up a $150 credit to…
How is it Sunday already? Where did the weekend go? I am SO not ready for Monday! While I stomp my feet and pretend that it’s Saturday, here are a few of my favorite things from the internet and this past week: From Pinterest: 28 Things Your Friends and Family Need To Hear You Say…
Chipotles in Adobo Sauce are one of my very favorite kitchen staples – smoky, sweet, subtle slow heat… what’s not to love? Add in some honey to balance the slow burn from the chipotles and it’s one of my very favorite flavor combinations. With Labor day coming up and barbecue grills across the country firing…
Wowza! I can’t believe 4 weeks have gone by already – 4 weeks – 4 secret ingredients and 4 recipes with 7 ingredients or less in under 30 minutes! Week One Ingredient: Egg Beater’s Recipe: Individual Spinach and Mushroom Frittattas The verdict: Super Yummy – especially with extra hot sauce for the adults! Week…
I’m really excited, both as a Child Hunger Ends Here Ambassador and a Country Music Fan to tell y’all about this partnership between Little Big Town and ConAgra Foods. Little Big Town is one of our family’s favorite music groups, their song “Pontoon” was our theme song this summer as we tooled around, fished, played…
Sometimes I surprise myself. This Spaghetti Stuffed Garlic Bread recipe is one of those times. When I saw that the final ingredient for the HEB Meal Maker Challenge was Chef Boyardee, I have to admit that I was stumped. It would never have occurred to me to use Chef Boyardee as an ingredient… I started…