Eight Family Road Trip Tips to Keep You Sane this Memorial Day

Did you know that 31.8 million Americans will be driving 50 miles or more this weekend -- up from last year’s 31.4 million and a post-recession high. Do you have any Memorial Day plans yet? We don't have definite plans this weekend but I'm sure my family and I will be doing some driving around to do something exciting.  But before you head out this weekend, check out these eight great tips from Cars.com/family. 1. Get a Maintenance Check: Check your car’s oil level, tire inflation and … [Read more...]

Shout-Out Sunday – 5/29/11

Has it been THAT long since I last posted my Shout-Out Sunday post? I think so.  It's not that I haven't been able to find some good reads, I have. It's me.  I've been exhausted lately and visiting the doctor more often than I would like.  Looks like I may be needing surgery to remove some polyps that I developed on my uterus. I know that's TMI but what the heck. Maybe someone out there going thru the same issue can informed me the best thing to do. Anyway, I don't want to bore you with my … [Read more...]

Easy Memorial Day Recipes – Thanks to Food Network

Where has the time gone? Doesn't it feel like yesterday we were just in January? Or is it just me? Memorial Day is this weekend! Seriously, I feel like time is literally flying by and I don't know if I like it.  That means my kids are getting older and I am missing my babies dearly.  Sigh. Well, at least we have the holidays coming up which also means good food accompanying the days.  I'd thought it would be a great idea to share some of my favorite recipes I have found over the years from … [Read more...]