Archives for July 2008
Happy 4th!
Thursday’s Recipe
I am a coffee lover. I love the smell of coffee, the color of the coffee beans and of course the taste of good, strong coffee. So when I was browsing through one of my magazines, I spotted a recipe I will definitely try in the near future.Here it is:Java-Nut ShakeIn a blender, add:~2 cups of ice cubes~1/2 cup cold double-brewed nut-flavored coffee~1/2 cup of chocolate milk~1/3 cup of chocolate syrup~1-2 TBs. superfine sugarMix these until it's nice and smooth.If you want, you can … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday
This picture was taken last Wednesday when I took the kiddies to the Bronx Zoo. They have this new exhibit called Discover Madagascar. It is absolutely amazing. I have more pics to post on my blog but this picture of the Hissing Cockroaches really disgusted me when I saw it in person. So that is why it is my wordless pic of the day. My 3 year old didn't even want to get close to them, even though there was glass protecting us. The exhibit will only be there until July 27th so hurry if you … [Read more...]
Starbucks is closing?
Well, not all of its stores but they do have plans to close about 600 stores due to the economy. If you remember this post, then you already know that I've been on a strike. I haven't visited a Starbucks for over six months and I don't miss a thing. I'm sorry but their prices are crazy for something I can make at home for the fraction of the cost. I am on a budget and I can't see myself spending $4 for a latte that I may not enjoy anyway, you know what I mean. I do … [Read more...]
Size does matter!
LOL.. I hope you didn't take your mind to the gutter with that one.. Just kidding. I'm really talking about food here. Has anyone noticed food is really smaller? I've been reading about it everywhere on the web. So when I went to my local Stop and Shop last night, I noticed that the food items are indeed smaller but the prices are still the same. I'm wondering, are these manufacturers trying to fool the consumers? I know things are hard now because of … [Read more...]
