The Prissy Mommy Chronicles

Bibi's Banana Nut Bread

2009-07-17T07:00:00-04:00

Today's guest recipe is once again compliments of... ma mere! My mom's banana nut bread was highly coveted in our household - it was a family favorite growing up. We were always begging her to make this yummy treat... and when she decided to indulge us, it was a "big deal." *smile* I love a slice served warm or even cool from the fridge, and spread with just a thin layer of margarine. And a glass of milk, of course! My mother is a native of Orangeburg, South Carolina and a professor/scholar of African-American history. Her first book, "Parlor Ladies...

On the Road Again...

2009-07-16T18:50:45-04:00

...but this time headed to the The Tar Heel State! We're visiting friends Will and Kendra, along with their two darling boys, in Wake Forest, NC. Our flight leaves tomorrow at 7:00 pm! I've always loved North Carolina. My family and I lived in Charlotte for a spell... and it'll always be my favorite place ever. We lived in a small, close-knit community where my sister and I biked outside most days, had a makeshift little "club house" that was a paved hideaway just adjacent to the house, had slumber parties on weekends with our friends down the road, and...

6 Month Check-up and Re-evaluating Our Baby Doctor

2009-07-11T23:24:52-04:00

So Chase had his 6-month check-up today. We're about eight days late, but we were of course out of town last weekend, so no real issue. The great thing is that his doctor's office is a few blocks away from us--a nice stroller ride on a warm day, but usually we just drive over. Anyway, he sees two doctors in private practice - two older pediatricians (early 60s) who work together and often see the children interchangeably. They're partners, if you will. Ideally, it works out well, because if one doctor is unavailable, the other doctor knows your child equally...

Oh So Chic! Boutique & Suave Skin Care Giveaway Winners

2009-07-11T21:33:57-04:00

Hi folks! So I've been a tad under the weather over these last few days, but I've pretty much been relaxing, drinking tea, and generally being unproductive while I garner my strength back. Hehe! I think I can safely write this weekend off as lost, as far as the two blog posts I'd planned to finish. But such is life! *smile* So guess what time it is? Well, yes. It’s Saturday night which is always AWESOME. But even more awesome is that it's finally time to announce the winners of the Oh So Chic! Boutique gift certificate and Suave® Skin...

Homemade Cornbread

2009-07-10T20:40:13-04:00

Today's featured recipe is courtesy of my girlfriend, Dlewis, who I initially met on the hair boards! Through our shared love of black hair care, we quickly discovered many other things we have in common - including our passion for good, southern home cooking! Dlewis is one of the sweetest, warmest people I've ever encountered and truly epitomizes the appellation "domestic diva." Want awesome tips on learning to cook, sew, garden, decorate, clean, camp out, craft, and entertain with panache? Visit The Country Life of Dlewis, her fabulous blog about detailed homemaking and gracious living! In her own words: "I'm...

Our First Family Vacation

2009-07-07T18:54:07-04:00

So our mini-vacay in Orlando was a BLAST!!!! We had sooo much fun! I already can't wait to go back!!!! We loved the resort we stayed at... Chase did (relatively) well on the plane... and he managed well to be away from the comforts/familiarity of "home." It was a really nice time! Disney World was definitely the highlight of the trip. Oh, don't get me wrong, the wedding was just lovely (and, of course, I cried).... but nothing can top Chase's excitement and delight at Magic Kingdom. Oh, he just thought it was the bee's knees! We had a good...

♥ Happy 6-Months Birthday to Chase! ♥

2009-07-06T22:36:15-04:00

Chase at 11 Days Old Chase at 5 Months & 3 Weeks Omg, our baby turned half a year three days ago (7/3/09). *sniff, sniff* Where did the time go?!!!! I can't believe I've been a mom for 6 months now! It feels like..... hmmmmmmm.... I actually don't know. On the one hand, it feels like LONGER (like, I've been doing this for longer than 6 months... can't imagine life in our household without Chase here) but on the other hand, the time has totally flown by, and I can't believe it's been half a year, lol. I know that...

Happy Fourth of July!

2009-07-03T10:48:24-04:00

I'm heading to the salon to get my hair washed, then back home to last-minute pack and prepare for our trip. Chase is home with Daddy (hopefully napping!!!) and awaiting my return. A little bit of drama with securing our transportation to EWR, but we'll figure it out. Our flight to Orlando leaves at 6:25 pm. I hope everyone has a safe and fun-filled Fourth of July weekend! Be sure to check out my two current giveaways, and I'll see ya on Tuesday! Disney World, here we come!!!!!!!!!!!! CLICK HERE to return to the Homepage.

Friday Featured Blog at Katydid and Kid

2009-07-03T10:16:26-04:00

Happy Friday everyone! I'm sooo excited to be featured TODAY at Katydid and Kid, a really neat blog by a lovely lady after my own heart. Kathleen is awesome not only because she is a wife and mom to an adorablelittle boy, but she also manages to write a wildly successful blog, knits, felts, dyes silk, and continuously discovers new and creative ways to combine parenting along with living a green, eco-friendly life! During her spare time she can be found outside in her garden or teaching an arts and crafts class! How the heck do you do it all,...

Vodka Sauce

2009-07-03T07:00:00-04:00

Today's guest recipe is from my good girlfriend and Zeta Sands, Tati. Let me tell ya'all something--this girl can burn! When I'm dinner party-planning or simply in the kitchen whipping up supper, and I have a question (simple or complex), I just call her up real quick! From achieving the perfect gravy to the most tender, flavorful roast, my girl has the answers. I was so excited when she volunteered to kick off my recipe exchange this week with a homemade recipe straight from her kitchen. Thanks lady! "My name is Tatianna Mathews. I'm a native of Atlanta, Georgia and...