On Monday I decided that I would get a new perspective on things, so I  helped out others at our local soup kitchen.  Some members of my church were volunteering there and I signed up to help.  I thought I’d work in some exercise, so I walked the 2.2 miles to the location and was [...]

Well it’s official… I’m no longer growing pots of dirt on my windowsill.  I actually have sprouts!  I’m growing parsley and green onions.  We’ll see how they do in the little pots.  I also just planted some oregano and chives.  I love fresh herbs, and they are so expensive at the supermarket.  I try to [...]

Today my parents came to visit my son.  They usually come up once a month or so.  This time they brought a kite!  The whole family headed out to the park and tried it out.  My son was having a blast but the kite wasn’t flying at first.  Between my Dad and my husband we [...]

So I post recipes all the time for us to stuff our faces with … but today I wanted to post these.  I have them in my cookbook.  They are recipes for things to make for/with your kids!  Often on a Friday evening I will sit with my son and have “art night” or some [...]

So, as you might have noticed, yesterday I didn’t post a darn thing.  The day was filled with a trip to the Shedd Aquarium with other moms, and all the kids.  For a split second, I forgot I was unemployed and was having a totally fabulous time.  My friend has a membership there as well, [...]

I’m a stress-eater.  I just adore to eat (and often drink) my emotions.  So I snack… a lot.  I have been indulging myself with cheese and crackers and wine for the past month of unemployment, and it’s about time I get a handle on things. So, today I am counting my Weight Watchers points (even [...]

Good morning and happy Sunday.  Today my attitude needs an overhaul.  Yesterday I was just cranky.  I applied for a bunch of jobs online, and I was just down about the whole experience.  So, although I tried to have a nice day at home with my guys, I think I was standing in the way [...]

See, I told you snow… er… so.  Yesterday it was 60 degrees with people out in shorts and running along the lake, and this morning we woke up to snow.  You’ve gotto love Chicago. I am not happy about the snow, but it’ll melt in no time.  The change in weather seems to be giving [...]

Ah yes, I love sushi.  I admit the first time I tried it, I didn’t like it.  But now, it’s turned into a bit of an obsession.  I’ve also convinced my husband to like it too, also after a few failed attempts.  I think that sushi, like fish in general, needs to be good & [...]

Today started off busy and with potential.  We shall see where it leads.  I am a bit tired of throwing my eggs all in one basket, and then ending up with a basket of smooshed slimy stuff.  Job hunting is not all it’s cracked up to be. Since Caelan is home with me I decided [...]