This video is exactly what it was like to be friends with Lisa. This song is exactly what it is like to miss her. And to miss my Grampa, and my Uncle Stephen, and my Gramma and Grampa Jim, and everyone I've lost. Thanks (or something like it) to Katie. I needed a good cry … [Read more...]
Yoplait Greek Yogurt #Taste-Off
I've been buying Greek yogurt for more than a year now. Before that I preferred regular old yogurt with the fruit blended in. The flavors of Greek yogurt I like best are plain with honey or vanilla, and I usually mix in my own chopped fruit or berries. But I loved this fun … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Green
Those are the actual piles of cash I withdrew from the bank just before November 1, when we started our new monthly budget. This time it's for real. I'm telling the story in a series of posts called American Family Budget on Mint.com's blog, MintLife. Here's a page with all the … [Read more...]
Chicken Corn Chowder
This recipe was originally from emeals. While I don't subscribe to their service any longer, I am grateful for all the ideas and for helping me learn how to plan my meals for the week. 3 slices bacon 1 and 1/2 cups corn kernels 14 oz can chicken broth 2 cups milk 6 … [Read more...]
Make Breakfast a Great Start For Big Days
Touchdown! While millions of you are amped up for the finale of professional football in America, our family is smack in the middle of flag football season. My kids are on different teams, so that means two different practices (one on each side of town) every week, and two … [Read more...]