During the summer months, we spend a lot of our time at home in our backyard. We grill dinner, roast marshmallows, entertain friends and neighbors, and catch fireflies all summer long. This past weekend, my husband and I finally had some free time for yard work…about 2 months behind schedule. We like to have the yard cleaned up […]
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20 Salsa Recipes
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Salsa & tortilla chips are my most favorite snack. I’ve been known to polish off an entire bag of chips and a container of salsa in one sitting…I’m that addicted. But salsa shouldn’t be confined to being the side kick to a bag of tortilla chips. We also use it as a condiment for grilled fish, chicken, burgers, […]
READ MORE >>Christmas Savings Club | May Meeting REDIRECTED
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On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I’m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. The goal for this monthly accountability meeting is to give updates on our progress, motivate one another and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Today is the fifth meeting, but you can join us at any time. If you […]
READ MORE >>20 Delicous Recipes for Your Memorial Day Cookout
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The summer cookout season starts this weekend. Invite your friends and neighbors, fire up the grill, and Enjoy the first picnic of summer. 20 Recipe Ideas for your Memorial Day Cookout The Main Course Grilled Chili Lime Shrimp Grilled Pineapple & Teriyaki Turkey Burgers Red Pepper & Feta Turkey Burgers Apple and Blue Cheese Feta […]
READ MORE >>From Bravo to Books
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It has been 2.5 months since we canceled cable TV and the transition has gone quite smoothly. In fact, I’m watching less TV altogether and I’m reading more. The girl who knew all of the names of every Real Housewife of the OC, New York City, New Jersey, Atlanta, and Beverly Hills, now can’t be bothered by […]
READ MORE >>8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation
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Looking forward to your next vacation? A little up front planning will help you save money while on your vacation, so that you can have the relaxed trip that you’ve been waiting for. The school year is winding down and I find myself day dreaming of sand, surf and our upcoming summer vacation. I’m usually jolted back […]
READ MORE >>Our Weekend in Pittsburgh
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My family took a mini vacation last weekend to Pittsburgh for the half marathon. One reason why I ran the Pittsburgh half marathon again this year was because my family had such a wonderful weekend in 2012. And we also had a hankering for a Primanti Bros. sandwich again. That beastly sandwich is packed with meat, […]
READ MORE >>Tips for a Race Day Success
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For 10 weeks between March and early May, I charted my progress as I trained for the Pittsburgh Half Marathon. I posted everything about my training from the actual distances to what I wear to how I stay hydrated, nourished and entertained while running. It was a long 10 weeks, but I got through it and I […]
READ MORE >>Week 10 & Race Day Success! | 10 Weeks to the Half Marathon
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I charted my progress as I trained for the Pittsburgh Half Marathon for the ten weeks leading up to the race. I posted everything about my training from the actual distances, to what I wore, to how I stay hydrated, nourished, and entertained while running. It can be a long 10 weeks to Race Day, […]
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