Things have been a bit odd lately, to the point that I've been wondering about "being out there." In recent weeks, I've been busy, almost exhaustingly so. On more than one occasion, I've fantasized about getting that stomach bug everyone had so I could drop 5lbs and stay in bed for a couple of days. … Continue reading Levels of exposure
Month: January 2013
Soccer Mom Rebellion
Do you remember that movie Kicking and Screaming? I think I lost the dvd in the divorce, but remember it as being about a kids' soccer team and it was cutely funny. Well, let me tell you something, being a soccer mom isn't remotely amusing. Practice three days a week and double-header games that begin … Continue reading Soccer Mom Rebellion
Burning memories
When I was 18, our house burned down. It was at a point in my life when I didn't have much, but everything I owned, other than 2 laundry baskets of dirty clothes which had been in my car, disappeared on a beautiful summer day. The memories of that day have faded, like the photos … Continue reading Burning memories
Creamy fettucine with leeks and bacon
My middle son and I have continued our monthly new recipe explorations, despite my not being more consistent about sharing our exploits with you all. Last month we stepped away from Bon Appetit because everything was so damn holiday-centric and attempted Pappardelle with Wild Boar Ragu, a recipe we found in Cucina Italiana. Of course, … Continue reading Creamy fettucine with leeks and bacon
Soap scum and love for the Wine Bar!
Check out Joe Keegan's blog over at the TU for some tips on cleaning glass shower doors and his impressions of the Wine Bar & Bistro on Lark. I had a blast taking care of his party and was tickled to be included in his post. I've been reading his blog, which deals with the … Continue reading Soap scum and love for the Wine Bar!
Gala is my 2nd favorite word for “party.”
A close second, I might add. Just for the record, my most favorite is "fete," but enough of language. Here are the pictures which tell a thousand words! Seeing as how everyone at the fete event looked like a million bucks, let me add a few additional words of the text variety: This was a … Continue reading Gala is my 2nd favorite word for “party.”
Wine and Dine for the Arts weekend begins…
I'm never prouder to be even an infinitesimal part of the Capital Region dining scene than I am during this (4th) annual event. Such a terrific group of generous and hardworking - and really fun, folks that we are all lucky to have in our community. Speaking of scene - check out my SEEN gallery … Continue reading Wine and Dine for the Arts weekend begins…
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