Oh sure, we're all decked out in green, or for the lame among us, donning a shamrock sticker stolen from the the kids' art box, to pretend to be Irish for the day. We're all about the Luck o' the Irish and all things green. It seems to me that it's a fine time to eat green … [Read more...] about EAT Green on St. Patrick’s Day
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Root Beer Cocktail – 5:00 Fridays
I'm hosting a LIVE 5:00 Fridays this week at The Union in downtown Raleigh! A portion of the proceeds from the sale of all the special 5:00 Fridays cocktails will benefit my 39 mile Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. I'm walking to support two friends who are battling breast cancer … [Read more...] about Root Beer Cocktail – 5:00 Fridays
Spring Sorbet – 5:00 Fridays
Bird was sick last week. Then Mac Daddy came home with the flu. Deal has so far been spared. I am the flu's latest victim. I shan't bore you with the phlegmy, fatigued details of my malady. Suffice it to say that I haven't an appetite for … [Read more...] about Spring Sorbet – 5:00 Fridays
Healthier Meal Makeovers FREE Cooking Class!
I’m co-hosting an upcoming class in the Web’s first-ever virtual cooking school, Cooking Connections, and I would love for all of you to join me! Here’s what you need to know to participate: When: Wednesday, Feb. 23, at 1 p.m. ET Where: TheMotherhood – here is the link … [Read more...] about Healthier Meal Makeovers FREE Cooking Class!
Pins & Needles
I was on pins and needles this morning. My palms were a bit sweaty, and my mind was running laps alongside the butterflies in my stomach. After I dropped Bird and Deal off at school this morning I went a few blocks further and took a giant leap out of my comfort zone. I got … [Read more...] about Pins & Needles
Wii Fit Plus and the American Heart Association Told Me I’m a 10
For once in my life I was a Perfect 10. I recently hosted an event with Nintendo and the American Heart Association. We learned about factors that impact and improve our overall heart health. There was a computer program that calculated your heart health based on as slew of … [Read more...] about Wii Fit Plus and the American Heart Association Told Me I’m a 10
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer – These boobs were made for walking.
I've never done anything really big in my life. I've had my moments but haven't done anything momentous. Yes, I gave birth to two healthy, lovely boys. And yes, I'm doing my bit to raise them well. But family aside, I haven't many notches in my belt. When I was young(er) I had … [Read more...] about Avon Walk for Breast Cancer – These boobs were made for walking.