This past weekend, we had our wine loving family members in town and decided to take a new approach with drinking wine. Instead of the usual popping open a bottle and just relaxing, we decided to take it to an entirely new level. We held two blind tasting parties, one with...
I have been delaying this blog simply because I didn't want to relive the emotions I felt after being laid off. Unfortunately, the economy isn't getting any better and too many people are still losing their jobs. If I can help just one person understand the emotional roller coaster, then I...
I have been a Starbucks junkie for years, but have recently had too many frustrating experiences. Let me start off by saying, Starbucks is more than just a delicious latte or Frappuccino, it is an experience. I feel like I escape when I step foot into a Starbucks coffee shop. Before being laid-off,...
I have to admit, even I am starting to get a little freaked out about the Swine flu epidemic that is sweeping the nation. I have become a complete germaphobe since bringing my son home from the hospital. My husband's cubical world is filled with germs, so I put a lot...
It is so difficult to find a shoe that is comfortable yet still very attractive. That is until now...thank you Cole Haan Nike Air Technology! These shoes carry a hefty price tag; however, I can attest to how long they last! Oprah has even endorsed Cole Haan Air Technology heels on...
I finally understand how the Subway diet works, the bacterial filled subs make you so ill that you cannot even think about taking another bite of food for days. My bad experience happened on Saturday when I devoured a 12 inch spicy italian sub (not exactly from the low fat...
When I was a child, I remember my parents tucking me in and saying "sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite". I never put a lot of thought into that phrase since I knew they were just being funny. I didn't understand what bed bugs were until I started...
Everywhere you turn, you hear about "going green". Many people assume that making green lifestyle changes will take a lot of effort and money. Let's face it, no one has the extra cash in this tough economy. Even Kermit the Frog adds some confusion with his song "It's Not Easy...