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I’ve been going to Red Lobster ever since I can remember. Their famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits were my first “favorite restaurant dish” and I still get excited at the thought of eating the tops off every one in the basket. … Read more
They say you become an adult when you turn 18, but apparently they forgot what it’s like to be a twenty-something trying to navigate the tricky maze of adulthood. In our late teens and early twenties, we’re still in school or … Read more
International Hot & Spicy Food Day is August 19, and I for one am super excited!! I love, love, love spicy food — to the point where my family is occasionally hesitant to try some of my dinners as I … Read more
Disney Imagineers truly went above and beyond with their exhibit for the D23 Expo in creating “Journey Into Imagineering.” Following a similar format of Disneyland’s Innoventions, the Disney team created their very own Imagineering headquarters façade, evoking the real location … Read more
They say the eyes are windows to our souls… my soul must be older than my body! Whether it’s from the sleepless nights or constant allergies I think one of our first body parts to show symptoms of “getting older” … Read more
For true admirers and fans of Walt Disney, The Sword in the Stone holds a special place as it was the last animated masterpiece whose release Walt Disney lived to see. Although Walt Disney never knew it, he himself was character designer Bill … Read more
So rarely do targeted ads actually make sense to me, but as I sat on Facebook in my pajamas donned with the faces of Kermit, Miss Piggy, Animal, and Gonzo, an ad for the Muppets appeared. Finally, the internet understands … Read more
Oriental Breeze Redondo Beach Of all the extraordinary cuisines of the world, the one that I could eat every day and never tire of is Sushi. Sushi just plain makes me happy. Can you imagine how cranky I was while … Read more
I was asked to write an article about early childhood technology in 2012 and it was originally published here. I am re-posting it below and welcome your thoughts and opinions. Introducing technology to children at an early age seems to be a hot topic … Read more
Did you know that 70% of Americans do not meet the daily allowance for fruits and vegetables? In my effort to instill a healthier lifestyle in my household, I’ve had to result to dirty warfare. My husband is a meat and … Read more
Preschool Moms frequently ask, “what am I going to make my child for lunch today?” If lunch was a challenge when your kids were home, it becomes even more difficult when they go to preschool, and you have to find … Read more
When you live in the Great Lake State there are no shortage of beautiful sandy beaches. Surprisingly, I never spent much time at them as a kid. But when I met my husband and spent a couple of years living … Read more
St Peter’s Church Bermuda Today St. Peter’s Church in St. George’s Bermuda, doesn’t look anything like the original building finished in 1612. Storms in Bermuda quickly destroyed the wooden structure with a thatched roof, much like when “The Big Bad … Read more
De Palm Island, Aruba’s only family all-inclusive destination, has been in operation for more than 50 years and is a short 5 minute ferry ride from the mainland. While the island itself is pretty small, we quickly discovered that its big … Read more
With the release of “Monsters University” this June, I started thinking back to my college days and how I lived in jeans, shorts, t-shirts, and flip flops. Casual attire is pretty universal on any college campus, but some students also … Read more
I can’t remember the last time I drove a Mitsubishi. It seems like they dropped off the road, the map, the radar – but I think that’s changing with their new line-up. Two weeks ago I was re-introduced to Mitsubishi … Read more