Five years ago today, on August 18th, I sent out an email to everyone in my address book announcing the “birth” of my new baby ~ Tiny Oranges. My stomach was in knots and I felt a little nauseous. Months and months of work had been put into creating my blog. It was a true… Continue reading You Say It’s Your Birthday
7 fun, creative backpacks for kids
Inspired by Jen’s trip to Old Navy for Back to School clothes, I thought I’d share some fun backpacks for kids, an essential back to school piece! Choose from classic and customized to crazy and adorably cute (did you see that bunny?!?), these seven fun, creative backpacks that will sure to have the kids on the playground stopping… Continue reading 7 fun, creative backpacks for kids
Finding Your Mommy Mojo
Awhile back I got an email from a reader suggesting a post on finding balance in motherhood, which to me is like finding the Holy Grail.
Balance is something most every mom wants to find, but the truth is most times something has to give.
But finding what I like to call your Mommy Mojo, that’s another thing. Those are the times when you think, “Hey! Things are cruising along! I got this! I feel good!” Love those times.
The secret to finding your Mommy Mojo starts with you. When you take time to make sure you are taking care of yourself in addition to the gazillion roles in your family, you will be on your way to finding your Mommy Mojo. I promise.
But here’s the thing, the journey is cyclical…
An Easy Way to Teach Kids Their Address
Last week, I shared my secret to teaching your little ones their phone number. This week I am sharing an easy way to teach kids their address! (And, yes, it involves more singing).
Summertime and the Gazpacho is Eaaaassssy
About 11 years ago my dear friend Melisse brought me back this Gazpacho dish from her visit to Spain. She was near the end of her trip and the shop she bought it from didn’t offer shipping so she lugged it through the rest of her travels to fly home with it as a carry on. One of the coolest, most thoughtful gifts I’ve ever received. The girl must have totally understood my obsession with Gazpacho. Every summer I make Gazpacho and put it in this special dish and I call or text her to thank her.
So I thought I’d share my favorite easy Gazpacho recipe. I’ve tried many different versions and this is super simple and doesn’t rely on store bought tomato juice.
Serve with quickly seared shrimp skewers for a full meal. Oh, and if one of your diners thinks they don’t like cold soup, put out some tortilla chips and watch them dig in!