“This shop is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and BJ’s Restaurants, but all my opinions are my own. #DineInOrderAhead #pmedia http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV” If you are anything like me and my hubby, you definitely like trying out new places to eat, and then maintain a lost of favorites that you visit every other weekend, or at least a month! … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Re-Connect With Your Family At Meal Times
April 2, 2014 by
Do you feel you know your husband and kids well? and by knowing, I don't mean just knowing their likes and dislikes, I mean really knowing what they are made of and being able to read their minds without saying a word. Do your kids talk to you on their own, or do you need to coax information out of their mouths? Are the family conversations limited to one-word answers, or is everyone so much into … [Read more...]
How Does Your LEGO Family Look Like?
December 12, 2013 by
I am sure all of you have started buying Christmas presents and started making Holiday cards to send wishes to friends and family. I know people don't have much time in this cyber-age, and everything is done online, but I still prefer making my own cards and mailing them to family. However, when I was asked to review this quirky and cute software to make your own LEGO Minifigure Family Holiday … [Read more...]
5 Fabulous Foodie Gift Recipes For The Holiday Season
December 5, 2013 by
Holidays are all about caring, sharing and having fun with friends and family. And the other thing that is even more fun is buying gifts for your loved ones. And though we buy presents for the kids to fulfill their wishes, there is nothing more fulfilling than making your own gifts. Adding that personal touch is what makes gift exchange meaningful and memorable. Being a foodie, it’s traditional … [Read more...]
4 Fun Ideas For Stress-Free Holiday Entertaining
November 20, 2013 by
I love the Holiday season, because it gives us a reason to mingle with friends and family, and even make new friends, something that we tend to neglect in our super-busy lives! But with a full-time job, and 2 kids to dote upon at home, I can rarely find time for myself. In fact, I seriously cannot remember when I had a long conversation with my husband – these days, our chats are barely 2 minutes … [Read more...]
Fresh & Easy Cheese Enchiladas
July 31, 2013 by
Its no surprise that time is a luxury when you have a full-time job and 2 kids fighting for your time and attention as soon as you get back home! So even a cook like me finds it hard to make elaborate or gourmet meals during weekdays. That's why I jumped at the opportunity to try and review a new alternative in ready-made meals. Fresh & Easy, the up and coming grocery outlet has recently … [Read more...]
A Working Mom’s Guide to Stress Management
July 8, 2013 by
As a mother of a pre-schooler and a newborn, I know I often feel the need to just sit back and relax, but even that feels like a luxury these days! But am I complaining? definitely not, because I have carved my life to be happy with 5 hours of sleep at night, and enjoy the rest of the day with my little one and my family, finding time to squeeze in some relaxing activities that help me enjoy this … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Spruce Up Your Summer Drinks
June 5, 2013 by
Summer means long nights of sipping bright beverages on beautiful open patios. Trends in summer drinks focus on the continuance of the farm to table movement, as well as place an emphasis on high quality. On trend beverage lists feature drinks concocted with an alchemy of local and fresh ingredients. Its very easy to add a new variety and dimension to simple summer drinks by adding a few twists to … [Read more...]
Spruce Up Your Backyard On A Budget
April 23, 2013 by
Last week I told you guys about the latest project that I am working on - sprucing up my backyard on a very low budget! It wasn't much about creating a new look outside, but sometimes, small changes can make things more meaningful. I wanted to work on the patio since some time now, especially as the weather is getting nice and warm outside. The garden looks beautiful, with flowers blooming all … [Read more...]
