Are you tired of buying the same old boring gifts for a wedding? Looking to buy something a little more exciting than a toaster, roaster or iron? Well, I thought I would share a few ideas for wedding gifts that … Continue reading
Category Archives: Family
We saw a really good movie this weekend. It is a film originally from 2009, but is out now as a rental release. It is a heartwarming story where the underdog comes out on top. The Perfect Game is based … Continue reading
I’m a “keeper”, my husband is a “tosser”. I have a hard time parting with certain things, and my husband can’t wait to put certain items curbside. Good thing opposites attract. Anyway, there are a few things I save that … Continue reading
Well this weekend took us from the north side suburb of Elk Grove Village (see yesterday’s post) to the south suburb of New Lenox, IL. My friend Laura was performing with her Clogging Team at the New Lenox Pavilion. What … Continue reading
I couldn’t believe it when I got the invitation. A birthday party at Pirates’ Cove. Not just any birthday party, my cousin’s son’s birthday party. My little cousin who was a junior groomsmen in my wedding, was now celebrating his … Continue reading
Every now and then, I plan to share with you a few new products that I have tried and really like. Today, I will tell you about three new food products we have tried and really enjoy. Veggie Straws by … Continue reading
Who doesn’t love a birthday party? A time to get together with family and friends to celebrate. A time to have great food and desserts. A time for fun and games. A time to give and receive gifts. When you … Continue reading
Good-bye June. Good-bye first six months of 2011. Hello July. Hello and welcome to the next 6 months of this year. As we start this second half of 2011, it is a good time to take a moment and reflect. … Continue reading
My sister bought my daughter a puzzle called Scramble Squares. Of course this puzzle was titled “Puppies”. The package states that this is “Perhaps the World’s Most Challenging Puzzle!”, even though it consists of only 9 pieces. Each piece is … Continue reading
This Sunday, June 19th, is Father’s Day. I thought I’d offer a few alternative ideas to the usual tie or power tool as a gift. I am always a big fan of home-made gifts. What about composing a poem, a … Continue reading