tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:00:04 +0000Good DealLifeBabiesrecipeFoodSupportDeterminationFriendsDreamsFamilyFearGiveawayInspirationStressTwinsCharityGratefulProject Food BlogLoveRestaurantsTravelVacationBookCook BookEducationHolidayPhotosShoppingDiningDogEventFarmer's MarketFor SaleGoalMarch of DimesPinerestPotty TrainingSlow CookerThe New MeTales of an everyday woman as she explores the world around her with all it ups and downs.http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)Blogger142125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-8917542448295654336Wed, 01 Oct 2014 22:52:00 +00002014-10-01T15:55:09.462-07:00recipeSlow Cooker When I host a playdate with the twins & a pot luck at my house I have an easy go to slow cooker dish that always seems to be a hit with the kids and the adults - Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole. I came across this recipe from a few blogs and combined it all into my own version.  It’s very simple and quick!  Except I never get a picture of it seems! Slow Cooker Tater Tot http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/10/slow-cooker-tater-tot-casserole.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-4787272840627794333Sat, 09 Aug 2014 13:31:00 +00002014-08-11T06:24:26.288-07:00Potty TrainingTwinsPotty training 3 year old twins - if there was someone who would come do it for me I would be grateful! One is into going potty like a big boy and the other one really I think could care less. We have tried candy, treats and a sticker chart plus do a potty dance! I can give you a glimpse of potty training twin boys in just a 5 minutes window: Both boys are in underwear and we keep asking themhttp://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/08/5-minutes-in-life-of-potty-training.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-1856931935669530648Sun, 03 Aug 2014 14:00:00 +00002014-08-03T07:00:53.867-07:00Farmer's MarketFoodThe twins and I went over to the Towson Farmer's Market this past Thursday.  This market is nothing like the big one downtown on Sundays but its perfect for quick pick ups. While there we tried a smoothie from the new Maui Wowi in Towson since they had a booth set up.  Its smoothies are made with all natural fresh fruit and non-fat Greek Yogurt.   It also has http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/08/yummy-french-toast-from-towson-farmers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-6269294803291128873Tue, 29 Jul 2014 22:49:00 +00002014-07-29T15:49:04.409-07:00recipe Pintrest seems to be becoming everyone best friend or addiction.  I once again started a new board called “One Pot Wonders” because my life as a Wife, Mother to 3 yr old twins and a full time teacher (among of titles and roles) doesn’t leave much time to prepare 5 course meals, etc.  I made a “One Pot Wonder” last week from Dam Delicious and picked another one from there to try – http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/07/one-pot-wonder-with-andouille-sausage.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-2842949307455444548Mon, 21 Jul 2014 19:42:00 +00002014-07-21T12:55:22.505-07:00recipeWhen you are trying to clean out your house to put it on the market in about month you can't keep buying tons of staples and groceries at the store - you have to clean out the cabinets because who wants to move can goods and a freezer full of items???? I am fortunate to be a stay-at-home mom during the summer with my twin boys since I am a teacher.  With twin toddlers lunch (and dinner too)http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/07/easy-cheesy-tuna-noodle-casserole.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-8367970510616894500Thu, 17 Jul 2014 11:23:00 +00002014-07-17T04:25:38.918-07:00recipeLife as a mother of 3 yr old twin boys and a full time teacher (plus a full time working husband) is busy!  Yes I know I am "off" during the summer but really I am not because then my job is a stay at home mom.  When it comes to feeding the family we don't have time to spend forever in the kitchen making meals.  Yes sometimes we like to have elaborate and labor intensive meals, buthttp://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/07/one-pot-wonder-zucchini-mushroom-pasta.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-1134343755746874787Tue, 15 Jul 2014 15:16:00 +00002014-07-15T08:16:17.696-07:00recipe One thing I love about the summer is the refreshing cocktails with fresh ingredients you can make.  When I dine out I am always looking at the cocktail menu (even if I am not drinking for some inspiration) for the restaurants seasonal offerings. As I was surfing the Internet and magazines I came across the drink called the Rosy Cooler by Angry Orchard.  It is refreshing and has http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/07/rosy-cooler-refreshing-drink-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-3980098626560367770Fri, 27 Jun 2014 12:52:00 +00002014-06-27T05:52:03.568-07:00BookCook BookFoodRestaurants I am excited to get my copy of the NEW cookbook called Baltimore Chef’s Table by a couple I have known for a few years, Kathy Wielech Patterson  and Neal Patterson. This well written cookbook not only includes more than eighty recipes from over fifty of Baltimore area best eateries it also has great background on these chefs and eateries.   Some of the great http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/06/local-chef-recipes-in-new-baltimore_27.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-2925694168092931734Fri, 27 Jun 2014 12:51:00 +00002014-06-27T05:51:47.917-07:00BookCook BookFoodRestaurants I am excited to get my copy of the NEW cookbook called Baltimore Chef’s Table by a couple I have known for a few years, Kathy Wielech Patterson  and Neal Patterson. This well written cookbook not only includes more than eighty recipes from over fifty of Baltimore area best eateries it also has great background on these chefs and eateries.   Some of the great http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/06/local-chef-recipes-in-new-baltimore.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-798024100444171492Tue, 17 Jun 2014 02:41:00 +00002014-06-16T19:41:28.647-07:00EducationLifeToday was the last school day for the students of Baltimore City schools - Teachers have another day tomorrow.  This is the inclusion of chapter number 12 of my teaching career and I must say the best one yet!!! This past year I took another leap of faith and transferred schools for a second time here in Baltimore.    The spark of interest came from a family who was wonderful and http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/06/another-one-for-books.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-8127374192562006761Sat, 07 Jun 2014 18:06:00 +00002014-06-07T11:06:40.287-07:00LifeTwinsIts been a VERY VERY LONG LONG time since I posted to this blog!  I started to help me deal with not being able to get pregnant and everyone and their brother around me telling me they were expect. I then used it to cope with the IVF process and then the birth of my twin boys! After reading some posts from a friend and her blog at "No Pants, No Problems" I was sparked to check in per say! (http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2014/06/its-been-long-long-long-time.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-934108916793137813Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:06:00 +00002013-06-19T15:06:54.495-07:00The New MeI know it has been FOREVER since I posted on this blog - life got busy!  The twins are now 2 years old and lets just the keep me (us) busy!  Plus the school year kept me going along with my food related writing. Today starts starts the NEW me! For the next 2 months its all about me! I am starting today my official summer workout/get in shape/lose weight! I hope that in 2 monthshttp://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2013/06/summer-kick-off-to-new-me.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-1988444732188873380Sun, 13 May 2012 14:21:00 +00002012-05-13T07:21:31.816-07:00Family This free greeting customized with Smilebox http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/05/mothers-of-our-family.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-6514428098915807462Sat, 05 May 2012 10:34:00 +00002012-05-05T03:34:40.615-07:00Good Deal Hollywood Movie Money Super(hero) Savings: $15 for two movie admissions Catch the hottest new releases: $15 for 2 movie tickets!   http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/05/superhero-savings-15-for-two-movie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-3082649388749397737Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:58:00 +00002012-04-12T03:58:21.434-07:00Good Deal Today's Save: Paula's Choice Today's Save:$15 for $30 worth of Paula's Choice skincare and makeup products Bonus Save: Adorably Today's Save:$10 for Melissa & Doug 100-piece wood blocks, Little Tikes T-ball set or a $20 credit at Adorably.com http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/04/check-out-these-deals-today.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-5046385768337923419Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:52:00 +00002012-04-11T03:55:06.983-07:00DiningFoodRestaurants Lunch at P.F. Chang’s just became more affordable with the new menu features more than 20 lunch combos, each for less than $10. Entrees are served with a choice of Hot & Sour Soup, Egg Drop Soup or a Mixed Greens Salad.  P.F. Chang’s is also serving a new Dim Sum Lunch, which includes two orders of steamed dumplings with a choice of soup or salad for a$7.45 per person. In http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/04/pf-changs-all-new-lunch-menu-plus-new.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-2549698948486503904Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:51:00 +00002012-04-10T16:51:56.827-07:00CharityMarch of DimesSupportEvery day, thousands of babies are born too soon, too small and often very sick - Jacob and Caleb were born at 34 weeks old and spent time in the NICU. I'm walking in March for Babies because I want to do something about this. And I need your help. Please support my walk. Making a secure donation is easy: just click the 'donate now' button on this page. Thank you for helping me give all babies http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/04/im-walking-for-healthy-babies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0333 W Camden St, University of Maryland-Baltimore, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA39.2832939 -76.621699339.2817574 -76.6241668 39.2848304 -76.619231800000009tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-7969771363278616407Sun, 18 Mar 2012 23:36:00 +00002012-03-18T16:37:42.558-07:00TwinsSo today was a big day for us - we had a family photo shoot!  The boys got a wagon for Christmas from their one set of Grandparents and it was the perfect addition for the photos today!   I can't wait to see the photos from today. Lisa Dierolf was great with boys!  She said there will be a sneak peak on FB tonight and I can't wait!  We didn't think to take our camera to http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/03/test-driving-wagon.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-7179718344410389829Sat, 10 Mar 2012 15:01:00 +00002012-03-10T07:01:12.180-08:00PinerestDo you Pinterest?  I LOVE it!  It was a great idea,  I love creating boards and adding to it from food, drinks, kids, travel, restaurants and more! Make sure to follow me!!!! Click on the button below to follow me  http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/03/i-love-pinterest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-2173692349303289704Sat, 10 Mar 2012 14:56:00 +00002012-03-10T06:56:13.718-08:00LifeTwinsI know I haven't been very good about updating things on here about dreams, hopes and the kiddos - here is the short version... Its hard to believe the boys are 9 months old - time does fly by!  Live with twins has been great - sure we have had our ups and downs but I wouldn't change one second of it! Poor C is teething and has 3 teeth coming in up top so sleeping is a bit rough right now.http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/03/9-months-old-already.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-809336831414595403Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:42:00 +00002012-02-23T03:42:46.503-08:00recipeBring the restaurant into your home - A Bellini inspired cocktail with Belvedere Vodka, peach puree and Mas Fi Cava. Ingredients: Sparkling Wine 1 oz Belvedere Vodka .25 oz Peach Schnapps 1 oz peach puree .25 oz lemon juice Directions: Splash Grenadine Combine in shaker with ice, shake and strain into Champagne Flute Top with Cava or Prosecco Bella-Tini Credits: Fleming's Prime Steakhouse &amphttp://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/02/flemings-bella-tini-drink-recipe.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-7606269167471548018Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:03:00 +00002012-02-22T04:03:10.106-08:00Good DealPassing this on to all Moms out there...  Coupon for Children's Advil https://childrens.advil.com/childrens-advil-coupons-form/108   *got the information from Children´s Advil through MyBlogSpark  http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/02/coupon-for-childrens-advil.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-4121649404591158177Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:25:00 +00002012-02-09T06:25:52.295-08:00TwinsI have not had much time to write on this blog as I used to.  So how has life been now that I have 8 month old twins? Drastically different! But I wouldn't have it any other way! We have our ups and downs but we are doing great (well at least I think so!). One of the hardest parts is not having family right here town with us!  Those people who have family within in a few minutes drivehttp://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/02/last-8-months-with-twins-what-has-life.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-1775031174876856063Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:43:00 +00002012-01-23T16:49:01.930-08:00For SaleAll items were purchased new in May 2011. The 2 stroller seats have NEVER been used and the infant seats are lightly used. Looking to sell this as a complete set for $650 which includes: Britax B-Ready Stroller RED (MSRP $499.99) B-READY Second Seat Red (MSRP $149) B-READY Lower Infant Car Seat Adapter (MSRP $79) 2- Chaperone infant seat with base in Cowmooflage (MSRP $229) Rain covers http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/01/for-sale-britx-b-ready-2nd-seat-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-133973269447538898.post-3939785427354619683Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:41:00 +00002012-01-04T14:45:32.891-08:00Good DealSave 25% off memberships at Sittercity.com w/code JAN25 expires 1/31 http://taleswomen.blogspot.com/2012/01/25-off-parent-membersip-at.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Jessica L.)0