So Hi! Let me introduce myself. I’m Rachel, and this is my home. I’ve had a few posts making the rounds on Pinterest and a few other places lately, and as a result, there are a bunch of new readers that have been hanging around. And I always like to get to know new people, […]
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The Scientific Study of Chick Cars.
A few months ago, My Dad was tossing around the idea of buying an old(ish) sports car. (Clearly, something very unhealthy was in our family’s air during the month of May.) He was planning a Grand 40th Anniversary Adventure with my Mom – something really spectacular – and he needed to right car to set […]
My New Favorite Meal.
Yeah. Doesn’t that look amazing?? Because it is. I made it three weeks ago and have craved it ever since. If I can make it through writing this post without tossing down my computer, running to the store, and turning on the crock pot, it’s going to be a miracle. And I owe it all […]
Birthday Chow.
Chris has never been one to shy away from the concept of using birthday credit. (Nor have I, as I prefer to have a birthday month.) Usually, about three months before his birthday, he starts throwing things out there that he’d like to have, do, or eat on his birthday. This year, however, was surprising. […]
The Great Birthday Pinterest Rebellion.
I’ve been very focused on Pinterest lately. Understanding the geeky intricacies of how best to use it and track it as a blogger, getting ideas for projects to do with Ali, and simply enjoying all the pretty pictures. But on Chris’ birthday, I woke up feeling Old School. Something had jogged a memory that was […]
The Burden of Breadsticks.
As I have mentioned before, we are fairly serious about eating local – with a couple of choice exceptions. Chick-Fil-A, of course, doesn’t count – it is a necessary staple of all families-with-small-children’s diets. And another is The Olive Garden. Chris and I have a deep-felt adoration for The Olive Garden, as it is one […]
The Circle of Life.
The way I see it #36: It can’t be so bad to get old when you’ve thoroughly created a carbon copy of yourself. …right down to the facial expressions. (albeit perhaps with a bit more attitude.) It’s such a good idea, I think I’ll give it a try myself. Happy 36th to the man who […]
The Perils of The Park.
When I woke up Saturday morning, Chris came to talk to me about the day’s plans. “So it’s relatively not-too-hot outside, and it’s not supposed to rain, so I was thinking we should take the kids to the park.” I groaned. “The park? It’s Saturday. There’s going to be a birthday party going on – […]
Ten Tips for Vacation Rental Owners.
1. Do not decorate your rental condo with fake fruit. Because if you do, your renter’s kids will do this. All day, Every day. And their parents might or might not remember to run them through the dishwasher before they leave. (The fruit, that is.) 2. Even if you typically have short-term renters, do not […]
Two Princes.
Ali’s Godmother is one of my best friends, Amanda. Amanda is 32, and Ali loves her dearly. …But Ali is concerned with her complete lack of Godfather, so she is quite impatient for Amanda to find her Prince. As such, she petitioned Amanda. “Maybe you could try kissing a frog?” Amanda answered quickly … nay, […]