I did not grow up learning to cook. My mother did all the cooking and only rarely would allow us kids to do a small task. She was quick and efficient and had no patience for us in her...
Living in the great state of Texas affords us the chances to experience the great outdoors on any given weekend. For those of us here in San Antonio, it means we are a hop, skip, and a gull's throw...
The list of things I can feel guilt about in my own home seems to be never-ending. Is anyone else all aboard the mom guilt train? Something that's been weighing extra heavy on me, quite literally, is the amount...
About 327 times each week I think to myself, Gee, I wish I/we/the kids spent more time outside. I just know intuitively that it is better for all of us when we are outside more often. And sure, we...
Fourth of July is right around the corner! Quality time with friends, barbecues, and fireworks...what's not to love? Are you still deciding what to bring to your cookout? Why not whip up your favorite cupcake recipe (or just buy...
A few years ago my mother-in-law was fretting over some cherished family recipes. She predicted that once she was gone, no one in the family would make those dishes anymore, and she was clearly sad over that prospect. A...
Mother's Day is right around the corner, and if you are looking for a simple, easy, and meaningful gift for your mom or grandma, I've got a DIY for you. I love making projects using my children's hands. They...
You know those conversations that feel normal until you have a moment to reflect on what was said? I’m still thinking about one I had recently. I was having dinner with a friend after work and the subject turned...
I surprised my kids with our first dog right before Christmas last year. I grew up with a dog, but I’ve never had one as an adult, so it was certainly a learning curve for me. I probably would...
I am in the land of teens now. It is full of landmines and shocking discoveries that I've only begun to experience. Spring Break is one of those landmines. My 14-year-old is a danger to himself and my bank...
Mexican food brings me life and comfort. I love eating it, savoring it, smelling it, and cooking it. It is one of the most complex cuisines as far as flavors and variety go. One of my favorite dishes is...
If your family’s anything like mine, Spring Break isn’t always the ideal time go on a week-long family getaway. Between job responsibilities, budget limitations, and timing issues, getting away for a long stretch smack dab in the middle of...
My daughter has inherited my crafty genes and will "do projects" any chance she gets. We have piles of things cut, glued, glittered, and stuck together everywhere. I try to channel this creative energy into projects that are somewhat...
It’s just around the corner, you guys. Good plans, bad plans, no plans, some plans. Everybody is crazy on…
Valentine’s Day.
The day of over-priced cards, flowers, chocolates, and—dare I say?—lingerie. (I realize that last one can be a fairly weighted word...
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Did the frenzy surrounding the recent solar eclipse spark an interest in all things space? It certainly seems like it! Luckily, it’s easy to...
