My oldest son loves to cook and experiment. I allow him to have his way around the kitchen with creating his masterpieces by combing spices, oils, and foods. One of his favorite things to make is pancakes, inspired by my mother he always has to make sure that presentation is …
I always loved cooking with my Grandmother and Mother as a little girl and somethings have never changed, I love being in the kitchen with these Italian women as they cook. The tradition continues as my children like to accompany us as well. I like to think of myself as …
My Monkey is a year older today! We celebrated at his Nannie and Poppies house. We feasted on burgers and fries which is one of his favorite meals. For dessert we had several options to choose from. The ice-cream cake was the biggest hit! He enjoyed the low key birthday …
From the time I was a little girl my mother made every holiday so magical from decor all the way down to the menu. As you can see, nothing has changed as she carries out the tradition for my boys! They love spending holidays and birthdays at the magical and …
Being a single mom is the hardest but most rewarding job that I’ve ever had. Despite my best efforts, I’m fairly certain that I’m not doing everything right. Every day is a new learning experience for me as I experience the adventure called parenthood. (Just don’t tell my kids as …
Today is my birthday and I feel indifferent. Usually I am like a child when it comes to the countdown and I get giddy as the day approaches. I don’t feel different, I don’t look different (unfortunately), I don’t know what it is. I am not depressed about my age, …
Gosh I missed this place! I have neglected my blog for the greater good, I swear. I have had plenty of time to update my fb status and my personal fan page hopscotch and jellybeans no time to write and stay in touch. I am such a bad bad mommy …
Can someone please tell me where the last 8 years went? I have no clue I took the advice to not rush life by, I stopped and smelled the roses. I took the time yet time kept on racing by unable to be slowed just moving at the same pace. …
Franchesca Robi, daughter of late Platters singer Paul Robi is debuting her new album, “Remembering The Platters, Songs of my Father.” Franchesca is no stranger to Capitol Records Studios. The album marks her return to the Hollywood studio after a two-decade hold on her music career to build a marriage …
Party of 5 or 15 it doesn’t matter to my mother she makes every meal at her house festive and spectacular. My mother adds the right touch to make a simple meal five star. My favorite time growing up in my mothers home was meal time. Partly because I love …
