AFC Half Marathon – A Different Kind of Journey
On August 19th, I ran my second half marathon: The 35th Annual America’s Finest City Half Marathon. My experience with this race—in both training and the race itself—has been very humbling. Before my...
View ArticleI’m FLYing again
My house is a wreck. It looks as if an intruder came in and turned everything over to find something valuable to steal and came out with nothing. Sadly, the reality is that our household is comprised...
View ArticleFish Soap in a Bag
It’s been over two years since my sister’s baby shower and I’ve received a few requests to post the “fish in a bag” instructions. This is a two-person job with this method. I’d like to thank my...
View ArticleCulinaire Lifestyle: Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings
O. M. G. The staple of nearly every Filipino party I attend has a recipe! My friend, Chef Mike Arquines (culinary artist and chef extraordinaire) with the help of his friend, Tony G., have created THE...
View ArticleGeocaching – Fun for the Family and Good for the Environment
It’s a beautiful Fall day and I have taken the girls on an outing. I scan the park and look for anyone who might be staring at us. I lead the way with smartphone in hand looking for possible places...
View ArticleProduct Review: Healthy Choice Greek Frozen Yogurt
I was excited when I received my samples of Healthy Choice Greek Frozen Yogurt in Blueberry and Vanilla Bean… Reason #1: The kid left this in the freezer the other day: Not cool—especially when it was...
View ArticlePumpkin Gooey Butter Cake
Be prepared… I’m on a gooey butter cake kick. I brought a pumpkin gooey butter cake to a gathering last week. It was a hit and the recipe was requested by many people. It was then I realized that I...
View ArticleMexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo) Demystified
I’ve tried many recipes for Mexican red rice or “arroz rojo” and failed. My rice would be too gooey or too crunchy… I was definitely doing something wrong even though I thought I was following the...
View ArticleA Vintage Carnival by Love, Paper, Paint
When my friend, Katie posted about her sons’ combined birthday parties, I was blown away. I know that she and her sisters put on RAD parties but the latest “Vintage Carnival” party was over-the-top!...
View ArticleLeese, Art Docent – Impressionist Autumn Tree Project
I’m a fan of arts programs. If it weren’t for art, I truly wouldn’t be where I am today. I was fortunate to have had piano lessons and art influence from my mother and teachers as a child. With kids...
View ArticleThrowback Thursday: Vintage Cake Decorating
I’m feeling a bit nostalgic. With the fall weather (well, “San Diego Fall”) I tend to reminisce of my childhood days. It brings back memories of the celebrations that are to come and how I’m going to...
View ArticleCumin and Lime Marinated Chicken
A few weeks ago I picked up 3 whole chickens for $0.64/lb at Fresh and Easy. It was such a great deal and I intended to make a freezer meal out of at least one or two of them. The third chicken, I had...
View ArticleThrowback Thursday: Betty Crocker’s Cookbook
How many of you had this in your home? This is my mom’s Betty Crocker’s cookbook. It seems to be well-loved based on the wear on the pages and the tabs. The funny thing is that I don’t recall my...
View ArticleHome Made Halloween Costumes Through the Years
Halloween has always been a fun time in our house. At first, my daughter didn’t have a say in her costumes. I just dressed her up as I pleased. Almost 1 year old: Pebbles. Just ’cause she kind of...
View ArticleChurch of the Holy Donut — Life and Struggles with Faith in the Family
Here’s an excerpt of my guest post on Don’t Mess with Mama. Read more after the jump! It’s a typical Sunday morning and my family awaits for Mass to start. We’re sitting in a pew with my two girls...
View ArticleThrowback Thursday: Awesome 80′s
I was a child of the 80′s. Yes, I wore banana clips and scrunchies. I cherished my beloved fluorescent green tank top with black shorts that had fluorescent hearts all over it. I put hairspray in my...
View ArticleTater Tot Hot Pot
Normally I’d be posting a “Throwback Thursday” but nothing says “throwback” like the warm and fuzzy feeling of comfort food. I came across the Creative Culinary blog that challenged food bloggers to...
View ArticleFresh and Easy: Ravioli Salad with Warm Brown Butter Dressing
Ravioli Salad with Warm Brown Butter Dressing Recipe courtesy of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Serves 4 Ingredients: Salad 1 package fresh&easy Ravioli 1/3 cup roasted pepitas 1/3 cup...
View ArticleFresh and Easy: Wedge Salad with Pear and Blue Cheese Dressing
Wedge Salad with Pear and Blue Cheese Dressing Recipe courtesy of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Serves 4 Ingredients: Salad 1 head red leaf lettuce ½ cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped ½ cup...
View ArticleFresh and Easy: Winter Fruit Salad with Honey Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Winter Fruit Salad with Honey Apple Cider Vinaigrette Recipe courtesy of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Ingredients: Salad 6 oz. bag fresh&easy European Blend Salad ¼ cup thinly sliced red...
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