Today’s post is written by my husband, Gavin. This is his take on how it all got started. Enjoy! How I Met Your Stepmother By Gavin Visualize three children, feigning interest in the story I am about to tell, sitting on a couch. The oldest, Olivia, rolling her eyes, as if she had heard the …
12 Super Foods on a Budget
My daughter Alyssa is graduating this May from Boston University’s Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitative Services with a degree in Nutritional Sciences. She has spent years studying nutrition and learning of the medical benefits of a healthy diet. My daughter loves to share her knowledge, and I have learned a lot! I have tried …
Pesto Shrimp – A Family Favorite
My daughter Nicole is home for spring break, and her friend Katie has come along to visit. So last night I made one of her favorite meals for dinner, Pesto Shrimp. All the kids were quite excited when they sat down at the table, exclaiming that this was all four of their favorite dinners. Family …
More Hours in My Day – The Benefit of Routines
Once I became a mom, I realized how much of my time was no longer mine. Caring for children is an exhausting and all-time consuming job. I loved being a mom from the moment I held my son in my arms, but once I had kids, I knew that I needed to do something to …
Triple Berry Cheesecake Recipe
This cheesecake is as delicious as it is beautiful! My friend Nusheen makes this cake for friends and family. I had a taste of it last summer, and it is really worth all of the calories! The berry topping is also divine! Nusheen actually undercooks the cheesecake slightly, as she wrote in her directions, bake …
Organizing your Bills and Important Papers: Getting your Financial House in Order – Part Two
Paperwork – Uggh! It just never goes away! Managing all of your mail and paperwork that comes into your home is part of managing your finances. And I must admit, I struggle with this! When I get home from work, I just don’t like going through the giant piles of mail that stuff our mailbox …
Venetian Steak ~ My Birthday Dinner
This year for my birthday I wanted nothing except for my husband to make me one of his gourmet meals and for my car to get cleaned. My husband is a gem! He detailed my car for me and prepared an excellent dinner. The day was perfect!I left the menu choice to him. He was …
The First Important People in my Life – My Mom & Dad
Today is my birthday, and it has me thinking about the important role models that I have had throughout my life. Our first teachers in life are our parents. My mom and dad have taught me many key lessons in life. As parents they played an active role in my upbringing, and as a parent …
7 Day Budget-Friendly Menu and Shopping List
Weekly grocery shopping in our home is typically a big chunk of change. And as much as I love to buy some more expensive food items, I am going to see if I can cut down on our grocery bill from time to time by using a more budget friendly meal plan. When I look …
German Pancake Recipe – Quick, Easy & Impressive!
I made this German Pancake the other morning for my daughter and her friends. Not only was it quick and easy, it was delicious, and with the toppings a healthy breakfast. Perfect for a busy morning before heading tho the airport. We topped our German Pancake with fresh berries, Greek yogurt, and just the smallest …