The Pioneer Woman of Vodka | Carri Ellen Brown

Walls Closing In

2012-05-29T02:07:43Z

This post was originally featured on World Moms Blog in October of 2011. *** I looked around at their smiling faces as I nervously fiddled with my unkempt hair. When was the last time I took a shower? I wasn’t sure. I couldn’t remember the last time I ate, either. I wasn’t hungry. “Oh, Carri!”… [Continue Reading]

In My Glass: Midori Rickey

2012-05-27T16:54:19Z

I’m sure I’ve mentioned this before, but it’s worth mentioning again; I love sitting on the back porch with a drink in hand and the BBQ going. Charcoal only, natch. For me, the ultimate summer drink refreshing and sweet, which is why I love Midori. Trust me, it’s as delicious as it looks. Go check… [Continue Reading]

I’m Thinking It’s Time For You to Retire

2012-05-25T00:11:13Z

I was flossing last night when I noticed a pain in one of my molars. I’ve been down this road before and I didn’t like where it took me. Root Canal Town. (On a side note: They say root canals are painful but I say paying for the root canal is the painful part.) I… [Continue Reading]

I’d Rather Be Eaten Alive By a Pack Of Rabid Cats

2012-05-18T15:23:22Z

My mother in law bought Blake a new toy. Sounds nice, right? I’ll let you decide. That thing is going back to the MIL’s house, pronto. Because I’d rather be eaten alive by a pack of rabid cats than listen to that obnoxious siren. PS. Before you call CPS on me, I have to… [Continue Reading]

Grandpa Dale is Banned From Dressing Anyone but Himself

2012-05-15T23:38:27Z

My friend T walked into work last Thursday and asked me a peculiar question. “What was Blake supposed to wear to school today?” The two of us, along with our husbands, went to a Dodger game the night before. Grandpa Dale volunteered to watch Blake overnight and take him to preschool the next morning. And… [Continue Reading]

My “Good Will Hunting” Moment

2012-05-15T23:56:36Z

I don’t remember where we were headed when he asked me that question. It was a question I’d heard so many times before. A question I loathed. A question that immediately put me in defense mode and caused me to throw up the walls I’d been trying so hard to break down. But it sounded… [Continue Reading]

In My Glass: Peach Hibiscus Sangria

2012-05-07T22:49:33Z

I’m in love with this sangria. The hibiscus flowers in syrup gives it a flavor you won’t find in any fruit and it tastes amazing. Head over to One Martini at a Time for the Peach Hibiscus Sangria recipe! Tweet Pin It

Throat Punch Thursday: Leather Purse For a Face Edition

2012-05-03T02:55:58Z

Oh, New Jersey. What are we going to do with you? Only in New Jersey would a mother compare a trip to the tanning salon with “taking your daughter to go food shopping.” Patricia Krentcil was charged last week with child endangerment when her five year old went to school with a sunburn and claimed… [Continue Reading]