Whether celebrating winter holidays is your tradition or not, there is something in general about the year ending up that makes life incredibly hectic. My dog Bella tries to help with all of the wrapping. In addition to the usual Christmas shopping and parties we have this time of year, my daughter’s dream of having a [...]

Mother’s Day (and Father’s Day!) is one Hallmark Holiday I have always appreciated even before I myself had anyone calling me Mommy. Everyone knows in some capacity the limitless dedication involved in parenting no matter which side of that relationship you are on! This Mother’s Day 2015 was especially treasurable because it is the first time my [...]

I was late to the cast iron cooking game. I think I thought it was too heavy, not necessary, and required a lot of maintenance with tasks like seasoning and hand washing. My impression was wrong and it turned out to be a game changer! Yes, it is heavy. But that weight allows for more even [...]