Today is my birthday. But, my birthdays will never be the same. Mom’s phone call used to be the first one I’d receive every year on my birthday. I miss her cheerful raspy voice on the other end of the line telling me how much she loves me and how proud she is of me and how she can’t believe I’m growing up. I miss that comforting feeling knowing she was there, no matter what. So I guess birthdays for me are bittersweet. I’m happy to be alive and healthy and raising a family but, I’m always reminded of that huge void in my … [Read more...]
Appetizers to Enhance Your TV Viewing
January 2, 2012 By 16 Comments
With many highly-anticipated television events on the horizon in the new year, tasty finger food recipes are a necessity. From the Superbowl to the Grammy’s to the Academy Awards, chances are you'll be hosting or attending a tv viewing party. Whether an informal sports gathering or a fancy dinner party, these appetizers are reliable crowd pleasers! Enjoy... Judy’s Baked Brie: A deliciously warm and sweet appetizer to compliment any party. No one expects the "kick" provided by the honey mustard and ginger snap combination. Mom … [Read more...]
FRIDAY-FOOD-FRENZY – Take a DIP for the 4th!
July 1, 2011 By 1 Comment
Are you scheduled to have a house/apartment full of people this holiday weekend? Or, are you mooching off your "good" friends? Either way, you should definitely have a dip. And no, not a dip in the pool--I'm hoping you're already planning to do that. Here are two quick dip recipes for you to print out and put in your back pocket for your last minute weekend grocery trip. They're easy to make (hey, remember, if I can do it, anyone can). They're chock full of very basic ingredients. They compliment any classic 4th of July burgers-and-dogs … [Read more...]
