Did you know that each year the United States Congress names April 30th as El Día de los Niños? It’s a great effort meant to support the intellectual and emotional development of young people. More than 100 cities across the nation will celebrate this day with parades, book festivals, hands-on activities, and more! To see [...]
Movie of the Week: Chimpanzee
April 19, 2012 · by · 3 Comments
I almost bought this little guy at the Disney Store this morning… The last thing we need is another stuffed animal, but he’s just so darn CUTE! I have a feeling my girls are going to love this movie, so we may just go back and ‘adopt’ him eventually. Everyone’s loving Oscar! The world is [...]
Taking it off | Week 15 [helping others/myself]
April 18, 2012 · by · 2 Comments
From a fortune cookie a couple of days ago. I just placed a Medifast order for my mom (out of my own pocket). It’s been a long time coming. I’ve been hoping (praying!) that my success on the program would motivate her to get on it herself, but she’s made up a ton of excuses [...]
Tips to spice up your parties
April 14, 2012 · by ·
One of the reasons I love spring is because we love entertaining friends and family outside, and the weather is just perfect for it! In the winter we tend to hibernate, so it’s about time to come out of the ‘cave’. While my parties are fairly laid back and informal affairs, I do like to [...]
Chicken parmesan with Hellmann’s
April 13, 2012 · by ·
My daughters are notoriously picky eaters. And it’s not like the little one gets it from her big sister, as they’re complete opposites. Maura (4 years old) is all about pasta, tofu, potatoes, seafood… nothing green anywhere near her plate. Not even a tiny little pea. She loves sauces, though. Even spicy curries. Everything has [...]
Taking it off | Week 14 [slowing down]
April 11, 2012 · by · Leave a Comment
“There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” – Unknown I wish losing weight was easier. I wish I loved running as much as I pretend to. I wish I didn’t have to think about this every minute of every day. I’m having one of those weeks, I guess. Well, it is that week, [...]
New glasses… with Transitions Lenses!
April 5, 2012 · by · Leave a Comment
I was just talking to my little brother the other day about eye exams, as he complained to me over the phone about how annoying it is to have your eyes dilated. He’d forgotten about that little detail, as he hadn’t been to the eye doctor in years. Eye exams are painless, though. It’s probably [...]
Music: new Titanic soundtrack
April 4, 2012 · by · Leave a Comment
Titanic in 3D opened today, and as much as I loved the film, I’m not sure I can sit through a 3-hour 3D movie. I’d leave with a huge headache! Ah, well. My heart will go on. That said, I’m listening to the soundtrack right now. Memories! Sony Classical just released TITANIC: Anniversary Edition and [...]
Taking it off | Week 13 [thank you]
April 4, 2012 · by · 2 Comments
“A kind word is like a spring day.” – Russian proverb In my last update, I shared photos of my progress on the Medifast program and am incredibly overwhelmed by everyone’s comments here, on Facebook, Twitter, and via email. My online community is truly amazing. THANK YOU! There’s no better way to put a smile on [...]
Top Films to Watch This Easter
April 4, 2012 · by · 3 Comments
It’s Spring Break here, but we’re home all week, so I’ve been stocking up on DVDs to entertain the kids. I can only do so many crafts and I’ve played Barbies so much I literally dream about them! Anyway, We Bought a Zoo was just released on DVD & Blu-ray. Starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson, [...]
Cherry Blossoms at Dusk
March 26, 2012 · by · 10 Comments
On Friday night I decided to surprise the girls with a picnic dinner at the Tidal Basin, for fear that with the weekend’s impending rain and wind, that would be our last chance to see the cherry blossoms in full bloom. While we see the cherry blossoms every year, this is the first time that [...]
