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Crockpot Chic
I lost my crockpot virginity today. What was I saving myself for, anyway? I have cooked thousands of meals from scratch, and have never, ever, seriously entertained the idea of a crockpot. Even as crockpot chic ruled the cookbook shelves, … Continue reading
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Naughty List
Apparently, I made Santa’s naughty list this year. He checked it once: horrific stomach virus for everyone in my entire house that sidelined us from the festivities at my Mom’s last night. However bad you think it was, it was … Continue reading
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Eat It?
So what’s your strategy when it comes to eating during this time of year? Are you conscious of counting calories or unconscious from inhaling them? Inquiring minds want to know. Me? I am mainly passed out on the floor with … Continue reading
Top Five Gifts for Overtired Mommies
It’s beginning to look a lot like…Christmas. Hanukkah. Kwanzaa. No matter what you celebrate, time is not on your side. Sorry if I am slapping you in the face with the reality that the holidays are creeping up on us … Continue reading
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Yo, Alex! We Did It!
You know that scene in “Rocky” where he triumphantly runs up the stairs of the Philadelphia Museum of Art? Or the one in “Rocky IV” where he does sit-ups hanging from the rafters without breaking a sweat because he’s so … Continue reading
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Dada?
Scene: a waiting room. A forty-something-year-old man sits across from me to stroke his ego with some signature smooth talk (why me–the woman with a squirmy toddler, rockin’ C-section pouch, and noticeable wedding rings–I have no clue). In the time … Continue reading
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Reunion
I am writing on 3 hours of sleep…and, for the first time in a long time, I can’t blame Alex for keeping me up with his lively 3:00 a.m. rendition of “B-I-N-G-O.” This time, I was the one belting out … Continue reading
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And the Winner Is…
Okay, I am done tormenting you a la Ryan Seacrest. It’s time to give thanks! The winner of Mommy Dish Side Dish Slut contest is…Kim Checkoway! Her Butternut Squash and Apple Crisp capitalizes on what’s in season with a distinctive … Continue reading
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Superior Slutty Sides
Chef Julie has spoken! I narrowed the Mommy Dish Side Dish Slut contest down to the final four, but simply couldn’t pick a Head ‘Ho (uh, winner). It was like choosing children (I am so thankful for all of you). Told … Continue reading
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Side Dish Slut
I am a side dish slut. It’s one reason why my husband fell in love with me. Let me explain. When Scott and I first started dating, he was on his very best behavior…opening my car door every time, gushing … Continue reading
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