Life, as it is...

Menu Plan Monday- Feast of the 7 Fishes Christmas Holiday edition

2015-12-21T12:58:00.001-05:00

I can't believe that Christmas is only 4 days away! I probably do more cooking and baking during this week in December than I do any other time of the year. Considering there's so much going on this week, not having to answer the dreaded, "what's for dinner?" question helps to alleviate a little stress. Having a few go-to quick & easy dinners can lower your stress too. And if your anything

Family Fun Friday- Winter break edition

2015-12-18T03:17:00.000-05:00

I don't know how the weather's been where you live, but here in Boston its been amazing! We've actually had a few days that have come pretty close to 60 degrees!! Considering we spent the majority of last winter buried in feet of snow with subzero temperatures, you won't hear any complaints outta me! It is making it a bit tougher to get into the Christmas spirit though. Which is probably why

Menu Plan Monday-December 14

2015-12-14T22:43:00.000-05:00

With everyone's crazy schedule these days between work, school, friends & family, not having to think about what's for dinner every night is like a small miracle. Imagine my joy when I discovered that one of my favorite bloggers, Laura from I'm an Organizing Junkie , was still hosting her weekly menu plan Monday! It's a goal of mine for the upcoming year to shop and cook more effectively, using a

Just gotta make it to Labor Day!

2015-08-06T07:30:00.000-04:00

I think secretly, Labor Day is most mom's favorite holiday. Very soon after Labor Day is when the kiddos return to school! Woo-hoo! There are some super lucky Midwest & Southern moms I know of who's kids return to school this week and next, but for me-it's Labor Day! And though it'll be here before we know it, it does seem so very far away. Luckily, Boston is a great city to live in and

Best BBQ side dishes for your summer cookout

2015-07-11T10:30:00.000-04:00

So it's Saturday. And summer. That means its time to BBQ!!! I love a good BBq, with delicious food, good weather and great friends! I've decided to share a few recipes for some amazing BBQ side dishes. My newest obsession is this Corn on the Cob with Cilantro Lime Butter. I couldn't wait for the weekend to BBQ so I just boiled up some corn and made it for dinner the other night! My mother

Family Friday topic: Picky Eaters

2015-07-10T10:30:00.000-04:00

I've gotta say, when it comes to my kid and food- I lucked out! She doesn't have any allergies, doesn't really drink soda and LOVES fruits and veggies. My daughter will pick strawberries and watermelon over anything! We always told her, "Try it. Your tongue might like it!" and she'll usually give something new at least a try. Now my niece is another story. She's a very picky eater. I do

#tbt post

2015-07-09T10:30:00.000-04:00

I love me a good #tbt , be it a recipe post or meme or pic! Well today, I've decided on a post. That's of a recipe. That's part of a weekly meme. Hahaha, see what I did there? Tempt My Tummy Tuesday post from April 2009 And here's a pic for #tbt just because... #tbt

Well, hello there!!

2015-07-08T15:51:00.000-04:00

It sure has been a while since I've sat down to write a blog post! Actually, its been a year. Imagine that? I have a draft titled, "Where have I been?" dated July 7, 2014. A year, just about to the day, since the last time I blogged. Well, I never actually finished the post and published it, so I guess it doesn't really count. But still, a year. I wonder if July is some kind of creativity

The Christmas Debate: Does Santa Wrap His Gifts?

2010-12-22T22:59:00.006-05:00

Tensions will typically run high when your doing your Christmas shopping on December 22 @ Target with an hour and a half time limit but that, my friends, is a post for another time. Though it was the reason for such a heated debate between me and Hubs today!We were heading to the checkout lines when we realized that we forgot to grab more wrapping paper. We already had a few of those half height

SOS, please someone help me....(giveaway! and sliding in a 31dbbb assignment)

2010-08-11T22:01:00.000-04:00

Sorry, that songs been stuck in my head all day! But, I DO need help... If you've been following my blog, you know that I just started a weekly post called Entertaining Tuesdays (this week's post was summer party themes)...well, I want to start weekly posts about crafts, recipes and an archive highlight day...only I don't know what to call them!?!? I'm asking my readers to help me come up with

Entertaining Tuesdays: Summer Party Themes Wednesday Edition

2010-08-11T14:30:00.003-04:00

Hey all! Welcome back to Entertaining Tuesdays...the Wednesday Edition since I was too stupid to schedule my post before I left for our New Hampshire vacation!! Incase you missed the previous Entertaining Tuesdays, you can find my Summer Party Recipes here and Summer Party Basics here. Today, Im going to talk about some cool summer party themes you can use for your next summer bash! Nothing

Works for Me Wednesday- Kitchen Tips

2010-08-04T01:13:00.001-04:00

I don't know about you, but the majority of my time spent at home is spent in the kitchen. Whether it's cooking or cleaning or just hanging out, the kitchen is the center of most homes. Today I'm sharing some of my most helpful kitchen tips! I've picked these up from friends, the web, family and magazines. I've tried and use all of them and I hope you can find one or two that works for you!

Entertaining Tuesdays-Summer Party Recipes

2010-08-03T02:06:00.019-04:00

Welcome back to week 2 of our Entertaining Tuesday series. Today I'm going to share some easy, yet delicious summer party recipes!! Incase you missed last week, check out my Basic Tips for Summer Parties. Now let's get on to the best part of any party- the food!!! pic from en.fotolia.com The food you offer for your party depends on the type of party your having- pool party, summer dinner

Tackle It Tuesday- Kitchen Stove

2010-08-03T00:51:00.001-04:00

So one day last week I decided that it was high time I attacked my kitchen stove!! Here's what it used to look like (I'm almost embaressed to even post these!!): I know, I know- gross, right? Well I went to work with an SOS pad, hot water, Lysol All Purpose spray and viola! I started my attack before I remembered to take a before picture of my range hood, but trust me it was worse than

Follow Me Chickadee Friday

2010-07-29T23:31:00.000-04:00

Hey there, thanks for stopping by my blog!! I hope you take a look around and find something that you like, makes you laugh or you find useful!! Here's a few links to some of my favorite posts... Mixed Berry Crispy Crumble Office: Before & After Spring Cleaning: The Kitchen Fave Family Foto Friday 3/27/08 Those are just a few...feel free to snoop around my archives!! Enjoy your visit! If

Just for fun...

2010-07-29T15:28:00.000-04:00

I write like David Foster WallaceI Write Like by Mémoires, Mac journal software. Analyze your writing! Wasn't sure who this was so...here's his Wiki....coulda been worse, huh? They coulda said like Dr. Suess!

Works for me Wednesday- Coupon Organizing System

2010-07-28T13:07:00.002-04:00

One of the best things you can do to save money is to actually use all those coupons that you have!! I don't know about you, but I used to spend hours cutting coupons and scouring the web for coupons on all the products I use then when it came time for checkout, I either forgot my coupons or realized that I forgot I had coupons for things I bought!! That sure don't save any money, but it does

Entertaining Tuesdays- Basic Tips for Your Summer Parties

2010-07-27T07:44:00.008-04:00

Welcome to the first post in my new Entertaining Tuesday series! With summer in full swing, most of us are spending more time in our yards and that means having friends over. I'll be sharing tips for easy summer entertaining and recipes- maybe even a summer craft or two thrown in just for fun!! Let's start with some basic tips for easy summer entertaining. Pic from diylife.com Start with

Life, as it is- On Facebook!!!

2010-07-26T15:43:00.000-04:00

Ok everyone, listen up...Life, as it is is now on Facebook!!! Hip hip, hooray! Hip hip, hooray!! If you follow me here, please head over to the Life, as it is fan page and "Like" it!! Puhleeeze??? There's also going ot be a few changes here at Life, as it is...with targeted weekly series posts, some vlogs and there's some really cool giveaways coming up too! Feel free to suggest the Life,

Straight out of the Camera Sunday

2010-07-26T00:02:00.003-04:00

Here's all the Chickens @ the Bon Jovi concert last night!!! This post is part of Straight Out Of The Camera Sunday hosted by Murrieta365...if you want to join in head over and link up your own unedited pic!!!

Follow Me Chickadee!

2010-07-23T01:20:00.000-04:00

Well let me just tell you that for my Day 4 31DBBB homework, I have been searching the net all day and coming across a ton of blogs that I will be stalking!! One of my new fave's is The Life of a Sippy Cup Mom! It just so happens that she's one of the co-hosts of Follow Me Chickadee Friday...which is another meme I'm participating in!! I've found so many cool blogs with weekly meme's that

Freezer Food Friday-Pork Tenderloin with Plum BBQ Sauce

2010-07-23T00:46:00.003-04:00

It's my first week participating in Freezer Food Friday hosted by What A Crock!My recipe comes from Rachael Ray, who I stalk love!!! I've made it a few times and each time is more delicious than the last! Enjoy!Pork Tenderloin with Plum Barbecue SauceServes 4Ingredients:•1/2 cup sugar•1 cup water•1 1-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and grated•4 plums, sliced•1 teaspoon five-spice powder•1/

Writer's Workshop: Good Mom Moment

2010-07-22T23:20:00.002-04:00

So a few weeks ago I was having "one of those days" and was about to lose my mind!! This house can be detrimental to one's mental health (there'll be more on this later but the short story is that we live in a 3 family house surrounded by family! Yeah. Fun.) and it was happening to me!! I was washing dishes and I can't remember if the phone rang, or someone knocked on the door or if it was Papa

31DBBB Challenge-Day2: List Post

2010-07-21T16:57:00.000-04:00

Day 2 of the 31 Days to Build a Better Blog Challenge has us writing a list post, which is right up my alley!! I'm all about lists! I seriously have a list for almost everything. I live and breath for checklists. 8 Ways to Make Your Mornings Less Hectic Get your coffee ready the night before. A coffee maker with an auto start timer is priceless!! If your a tea drinker- set out your cup with

31DBBB Challenge-Day 1: Elevator Pitch

2010-07-19T12:44:00.000-04:00

The challenge is to create an elevator pitch for your blog. Day 1 and I'm already screwed! 1.What is your short elevator pitch? My blog is to share tips, tricks, links-anything I find that could make a SAHM's life a little easier. 2.Did completing this task change your blog, or change the way you think about your blog? Well I guess so because now I realize that my blog's kinda all