In just a few short days, Summer will be in full-force and families everywhere will either have a long-awaited vacation or a "staycaction." Whether you're having a staycation at home like we are, you need to prepare yourself for the warmer months. Where we live, school will be over in a few days and I can just hear all the kids counting down the days, let alone the hours. Practically everyone is looking forward to no schedule, dips in the pool, BBQ's, NO HOMEWORK and/or just hanging out. I … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2011
EASY Recipe: Chef Aaron McCargo’s Monte Cristo Sandwich
June 18, 2011 by 3 Comments
Yesterday I posted about the media event I was invited to, sponsored by Aunt Jemima with Chef Aaron McCargo and I promised I would be posting the recipes he made soon. Today I am sharing my favorite dish from the event, the Super Duper Easy Monte Cristo Sandwich. I never knew this recipe would be possible and delicious made from frozen french toast! Aaron McCargo's Monte Cristo Sandwich Ingredients 6 slices of Aunt Jemima Frozen Homestyle French Toast ½ pound or 9 slices of … [Read more...]
Having Breakfast with Food Network’s Aaron McCargo, Jr. and Aunt Jemima
June 17, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Last month, I was invited to have breakfast with Food Network's Aaron McCargo, courtesy of Aunt Jemima. You may not know this but I'm completely obsessed with the Food Network. I know EVERYONE on the network and watch almost every show. If there's ever a blog event featuring ANYONE from the Food Network, I am so there! I first saw Aaron McCargo when he was on the show called Food Network Star back in 2008. He actually won the grand prize of having his own show. I was rooting for him since … [Read more...]
Shopping at Brookstone for Father’s Day
June 16, 2011 by 5 Comments
If I had choose any store to buy the perfect gift for my husband, the wonderful father of our three lovely kids, it would have to be Brookstone. I can literally buy him dozen of items and spend thousands of dollars from that store alone! It's like a HUGE playground for the males I know. Recently I was invited to preview some of the hottest items perfect for Father's Day at the Brookstone store at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Since my dad isn't around anymore … [Read more...]
Disney’s The Lion King: Celebrate Father’s Day with Mufasa and Simba
June 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Who's a better paternal role model than the brave and just Mufasa? And what's a more heart-warming relationship than the one Simba has with his dad? With the upcoming holiday this Sunday, June 19th, Disney would like to wish you a Happy Father's Day on behalf of The Lion King (3D Version in theaters September 16th, and on Blu-ray & Blu-ray 3D October 4th)! To celebrate, we present you with Father's Day themed activity sheets and father-son themed film clips below. And … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday – A Short Video at Grand Central Terminal (linky)
June 15, 2011 by 9 Comments
Yesterday before going to a blog event, I shot a short video at Grand Central Terminal with my Windows 7 Phone. I wanted to try out the video feature so I thought GCT would be the perfect spot. Enjoy -- I know I did! Have a Wordless Wednesday Post? Link up your post below. I would love to see your photo! And don’t forget to visit these participants as well: The Domestic Buzz, Momspective, Dear Crissy & 5 Minutes for Mom. … [Read more...]
Tuesday Thirteen: 13 “More” Things About Me
June 14, 2011 by 10 Comments
A few months ago I posted about facts about me so this is kind of a continuation of the first one. Also, if you're a blogger, you may have noticed that I wrote "Tuesday Thirteen." Bloggers know it should be Thursday but I never got to posting this LAST week so enjoy. LOL **************************** 1. I consider myself a very neutral person, but if you have issues with rules I have for my kids, then I have a problem with that. My motto is "My kids, my rules." It's nothing against the … [Read more...]
The Joys of Mamihood: Cheesy Feet
June 10, 2011 by 7 Comments
Being a mom of three kids, all different ages, the joys of mamihood can become both amusing and stressful. It's the amusement that all mothers need from time to time to avoid going insane. It helps get the stress out of the way and lets you live your life. With amusement comes funny stories too -- only a mother would know. A couple of days ago, I was in my bed with my 6-year-old reading Black Heels to Tractor Wheels--A Love Story By Ree Drummond (Great book!) while my daughter was … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Strolling Through The Walking Trail (#linky)
June 7, 2011 by 32 Comments
Yesterday, my daughter along with a friend of mine, took a walk through the walking trail nearby. It was a beautiful morning. Peaceful, breezy and calm. A perfect day for a nice walk. Have a Wordless Wednesday Post? Link up your post below. I would love to see your photo! And don’t forget to visit these participants as well: The Domestic Buzz, Momspective, Dear Crissy & 5 Minutes for Mom. … [Read more...]
