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It's May, Memorial Day and SRC time. I couldn't be prouder of a day like today. Today I had the pleasure to have Dena of Oh You Cook for my SRC of the month. After long consideration, I kept coming back to her chocolate glazed donuts and couldn't keep my mind off of them. The idea of a long weekend with chocolate donuts at home and made from scratch made me bea
Sometimes a new twist on a "favorite" is just what a long week needs. It's no surprise that with a husband deployed you are bound to have ups and downs throughout the year, and some days are worst than others. One thing that I can always come back to and count on to de-stress from life is cooking. When husby and I started dating I was a terrible cook, and I mean terrible, but he always ate
Spring is here!! Spring time can bring on some of the best weather temperatures and the seasons most beautiful sprouting flowers, but it can also mean allergy season is in full effect. Only recently was I told by my doctor that I had seasonal allergies and was put on a daily nasal spray to help calm them, but this was a total bummer for me because I had snuck by polle
Breakfast is an essential part of our mornings, but there are times or, let's face it, days where breakfast could also suffice for just about any meal in the day. It's just that good. We were always told growing up that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and only recently have I been noticing the benefits of that statement. I have been building bigger a
Bread and cheese... are there two better things in life then those? Well, I have been slightly altering my diet even further these days towards the Paleolithic diet talked about here, and I think I am about to take the plunge into full blown Paleo. This means no more of these delicious, outrageously tasty ingredients for a little while. But only for a while. I mean le
I don't even know where March went, which in my particular situation actually this actually makes me a little happy. Having a husband deployed makes you wish hours, days and weeks fly by until they are safe home again, but March in particular was a very busy one for me. This month for my {SRC} reveal I was introduced to a blogger that I knew I would have the sweets&
I hope you are all out celebrating and cheering to good food, better friends and memorable traditions. So, while I am out and about celebrating my Mc-heritage this weekend in Massachusetts, I wanted to share some of my favorite Irish recipes with you all that no St. Patrick's Day should go without. Have a wonderful weekend! Irish Soda Bread
Easter is around the corner, so as we were planning my mother's 60th birthday brunch with the family I thought this would be a perfect time to test out a new spin on a deviled egg recipe that I have been craving for a while. Easter is all about celebrations, getting together with family, eating delicious food, and of course lots and lots of eggs. Avocados are one of my
Don't you just love good surprises? I DO. Every month we are given a SRC foodie friend and this month I was given MY friend Nicole. Now there are a few reason I love Nicole and her blog, mostly because we've been bloggy friends for a while but we also have a lot in common... ready? We both grew up in Connecticut. My best friends name is also Ni
The Paleolithic Diet is based on a belief that essentially brings humankind back to its roots. It is believed that by eating foods that were available in the paleolithic era could essentially rebuild your body's natural fat burning ability and fine tune your metabolism. Although some are skeptical of this diet, it does share a great deal of similarities wi
This past summer when I was looking around every corner of the internet for different wedding ideas, DIY decorations and unique food favors, I heard somewhere the idea of serving up late night snacks for guests. I had been to a few weddings where after the reception they had hot pretzels handed out, among other things, but this had one idea in particular that really intrigued me
Here we are, 2013. It came so quickly and before I knew it here we are at this year's first SRC. My husband has deployed and since I knew the transition would take some time to get used to, I decided that SRC was the perfect venue back into my boggy world that I love so much. So for those of you that are an avid reader or maybe it's your first time visiting, I am back and ready for a wh
As the new year approaches, many people are contemplating their new year's resolution, a tradition that has been practiced for generations. Breaking bad habits and leaving nonsensical hobbies are usually the focal point of such contemplation. Unfortunately, it is easier and simpler to start unhealthy habits than to actually end them, considering the fact that most habits are addictive, such as s
Husby and I find ourselves realizing how incredibly blessed we are. We will not get have a traditional first year of marriage or get to experience all the laughs and special moments together, but we have our family, our friends and our unconditional love for one other, and for that we are truly blessed. It’s my hope that everyone experiences these same feelings of merriment and joy, dur
As the Christmas season approaches, people are getting much busier planning their holiday itineraries. Surrounded by such an electrifying hype, people easily forget to stay healthy over these festive weeks. From traveling to indulging in cholesterol-rich foods, the human body endures an awful lot of unhealthy or hard-to-deal-with things during Christmas holidays. For people who wish to s
This year I had the pleasure of participating in the 2nd Annual Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap. Food bloggers from around the world celebrate the holidays with all things sweet and scrumptious. Last year there was nearly 22,000 cookies sent around the world, how cool is that? I am involved with cookie swaps with friends and co-workers but this 'swap' is exciting because you are s
It’s much too easy to think of all the “things” in our lives that we wish we had, think we somehow need, or even foolishly think define part of our worth. On the contrary, it’s the “nothings” in our lives that truly matter most – the things that can’t be bought, that don’t collect dust, or whose value doesn’t fade over time. To my amazing husby, family and friends... I am so thankful to have eac
I don't know about you but I get carried away with pumpkin this time of the year. It's healthy, versatile and sets the warm, cozy tone that is fall. We are lucky to live in Connecticut (despite times like Hurricane Sandy). Being in a state that gets all four seasons, we are fortunate enough to enjoy the snow cuddled up in winter, relax lakeside in the hot days of
As you probably know by now, I am willing to try just about anything.... just about. There was the Avocado Buttercream Frosting over Banana Cupcakes, Dark Chocolate Mousse made from tofu and who could forget the newest "never before tried" Apple-Cinnamon Clafoutis. I still would looooove to know where that name came from? So when I heard from my girlfrie
In honor of Veteran’s Day I wanted to share something truly awesome with you all. Husby is an Army veteran, serving 11 years (thus far) and two tours in Iraq, so when it comes to honoring our military, nothing is closer to my heart. Our soldiers, past and present, give so much to our country and they deserve our utmost respect and appreciation. The Brewer: Mike McCrea
To my Husby, You have given up weekends, weeks months and years for our country. You have given up time with your family and friends over and over again to defend whatever your country asks of you. You are there for your soldiers at home and down range. You have had the heart of an American soldier for as long as I have known you and never fail to jump at the c
I know what you must be thinking.... brussel sprouts, really?? Why would I want to make, eat or even read about brussel sprouts? Well, because they are AWESOME. Seriously, I love my greens and try to eat them everyday however brussel sprouts were never on that list. My mother used to give them to us when my brother and I were kids but what kid ate all their veggies? Nevermind "sp
It's amazing what you can learn from a friend and what random friends can do to touch your heart without them ever knowing. A great blogger and foodie friend Kristin from Iowa Girl Eats, hosts a "Friday Favorites" piece about all her favorites in a plethora of topics from around the web. Yesterday she reached out to us out East with her concern and support. "Favorite help: American Red Cross Disas
Yay, it's reveal day!!! With the wedding and honeymoon behind us it's been quite the adjustment getting back into our regular routine. Sleeping in doesn't happen when you have work to get to everyday and Tuesday night cocktails are non-existent but instead we're back to the gym and responsibilities. But there is some fun in getting back to reality, I get to get back into my cooking rou
I'm BACK!!! We put on our best, walked the isle, said "I Do", kissed and squeezed, celebrated with friends and family, drank Jack n' lemonades, devoured the Mac n' cheese bar, danced the night away, honeymooned the Cape for Oysterfest and Octoberfest and came home a relaxed, smiling and happy newlywed couple. The last month has been a whole lot of planning, planning an
Where has the time gone? It's been a while since my last post (which I am totally totally sorry about) but I have been consumed with planning a wedding in less than 3 months and wouldn't you know it's already Secret Recipe Club reveal day... madness! I have been excited for today's post though because football season is here and we have been watching the games as
How many people can say they were able to chat, no no... converse with an idol of theirs? I can I can!!!! As some of you may already know, and have probably been waiting to see, (because I have been boasting with excitement for weeks now), I had the HONOR of interviewing Ellie Krieger a few weeks ago on healthy snacking. Being a foodie, I know that healthy sides an
It's my birthday!!!! Today marks my 29th birthday and it's the perfect beginning to a great year. In a little more than a month I am marrying the man of my dreams with all of our closest friends and family present, enjoying 2 mini-moon vacations across New England and embarking on the strongest journey of hope I will ever encounter. I am not one to get depressed over getting older yet in
Monday monday all. It's going to be a slow start to the week after Paul and I went to the Sunday night JETS football game last night but it was well worth it. I am sad to see the weekend gone but this means that we are within 6 weeks from our wedding (yikes). This month I had the amazing pleasure of having a GREAT blogger friend for my Secret Recipe Club, Carrie over at Bakeaho
Hi lovlies!!! It's been a crazy couple of weeks so I have to apologize for not being around so much. However, this does mean that I have soooo much to share with you. My Bridal Shower Last Saturday was my bridal shower thrown by my father and his fiance, my mother and all my beautiful brides
Morning my lovelies! I am getting really excited for my interview with Ellie Krieger tomorrow afternoon. If you have any questions you would like her to answer and you haven't told me yet, go here and write me your question. Life has been so busy lately, but all very exciting. My bridal shower was this weekend and it was perfect. After a huge morning down pour on Saturday the skie
Morning my favorite foodies. It has been a crazy couple of weeks here at my house planning a wedding in only 3 months (and we're just under 2 months away), getting everything ready at my father's house for my bridal shower this weekend, gearing up for a week at camp with over 11 different international Girl Scout countries visiting for our 100th Anniversary aaaaaaaand I was asked
Oh happy day. it's Monday! This weekend was filled with so much rain but on Sunday evening when I finally sat on the couch with my fiance to enjoy dinner and a good flick, the sun was shinning and it was a perfect sunset. This weekend was packed for us. We had brunch with another couple we are great friends with followed by a long afternoon at my father's getting the hous
This past weekend was my grandmother's 80th birthday and the whole family got together to celebrate. We all went to my mother's house with {80} appetizers, dinner dishes and desserts galore... all with '80' somehow incorporated which was such a cute idea and I know gram loved it. It's been wicked hot, then stormy, then hot again here so I really wasn't sure what to expect for th
Eating healthy and running my ass off!!! I have to say that wedding dress fittings or not, it's about time I step it up and get myself moving. I have been eating healthy for a long time now (with of course the occasional indulgence) but I haven't been working out like I should. Let me correct that, I haven't been working out AT ALL. I know how important being active is as I am sure all of
Light up the grill, throw some beers on ice and get ready to unwind... we're in full barbecue mode. Everywhere I go lately there is a grill going and potluck dips and dishes are hitting the tables. The is something about the humid heat in July that makes kitchen cooking seem unbearable which is why this time of year is prime for grilling and the Fourth of July kicks that off j
Happy 4th of July!!!! Hello beautiful readers, it's the 4th of July and I am so excited for today. Not only is today Paul's favorite holiday out of the year but we get to spend the day around a barbecue eating and drinking great American food with great friends and family. My fiancé is a simple guy and that's what he loves about the holiday. The patriotism, the fireworks,
Being an advocate for healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle, I am always looking for new ways to learn and share information that I find useful to me. Today I was given the opportunity to express a topic that I was passionate about and wanted to share with my readers and the group over at Guest Post U wrote for me and did just that. I have my own set of food rules as you a
Monday, Monday, Monday. I don't want Monday to come. I cant believe the weekend is gone already, but you also know what that means... it's Secret Recipe Club reveal day!!! Today I am really excited to introduce to you Sally from Bewitching Kitchen. Sally's blog has recently turned 3 years old so you can only imagine the delicious and wide variety of recipes that I had to choose from.
Hi my loves!! Oh, I am so sorry it has taken me so long to get back in the groove and into my kitchen. But no worries, I am back. Life has been so crazy lately and I can't believe how much time has gone by. I have had a lot on my plate these days but mainly, any down-time I have at work has been consumed with these two (very vital) interests: Yes, my life has been consumed wit
I am not quite sure how it's come about but for the last two weeks my future husby and I have been getting home later than normal, which in turn means having dinner much later than our tummies expect. Sometimes everything works out and we throw together dinner in minutes, like our Cucumber Buttermilk Soup or White Cheddar and Asparagus Mac n' Cheese but somet
It's potluck season!!! I dont know about you all but for me this time of year means end-of year celebrations and pot luck dinners. I cant tell you how many different recipes that I have come across and different tastes at pot lucks but that is the fun and mystery of it all. I always try to bring something different each time I go, and with 4 pot luck dinners just this month I had
Life has been so crazy lately what with it being the end of the year wrap-up for work, putting a summer event together for 260+ soldiers and their families and, or course, planning a wedding in 4 months. Ahh I still can't believe I am getting married. This all comes at a time where we're also re-organizing our home and putting in new rugs. Planning a wedding is very exciting but super
Ever get that absolute craving for fries? Wait, who are we kidding??? Everyone gets that craving for fries, at least once and a while. Something about those little crispy potato wedges that send our tastes buds soaring. They are great for big and small and old and young kids alike, and the best part is, you can find them everywhere. The best place that I have ever had fries was at Thra
Warm weather and cool drinks. Here in Connecticut we have has a holiday weekend filled with hot muggy days, I even burnt my shoulders at the parade on Monday and we were only there with the pups for over an hour. We may just be a little state but our winters are cold and believe me our summers can be scorchers as well. There is nothing I love more on a hot day and ton
Happy Memorial Day!!! I am so excited that it's SRC reveal day but even more so because today's reveal falls on one of our country's dearest holidays and I have a fabulous holiday recipe for you to share and celebrate. Meet Dorothy from Shockingly Delicious. Out of all of Dorothy's fabulous delicious recipes and having to only choose one, I simple HAD to go w
I'm getting married!!! I still can't believe it, and calling Paul my fiancé... completely weird. I wonder if I will get used to it before I have to start calling him my husband? I am 28 years old and most of my friends are married and on to kiddies, some even on their second kiddies, but somehow I just don't feel old enough to be a wife. I have to say though, I am marrying my
I have to begin by apologizing for my slight absence lately. I haven't been on the computer much the past couple of days due to the fact that my company had one of it's largest events in history this Saturday with over 10,000 people and.... WE GOT ENGAGED!!!! Ahhhhhhhhhhh! We are both soooo excited. We have been talking about marriage for a little while now and I knew
Simple salads are what life is all about. Salads are so light and healthy and can contain so many different flavors and textures that they are endless with possibilities... even when you introduce one of my favorite ingredients, quinoa. My mother doesn't really get the whole blogging thing, but she tried extra hard to read and understand the concept that I type and write on t
