I absolutely cannot believe it’s December 1st already! It certainly doesn’t feel like it outside (although last week it was below freezing). I hope everybody in the (U.S.) blog world had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Ours was pretty fabulous. Wednesday night my in-laws arrived. We ate some leftover red beans and rice, relaxed, and did some…
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How Old People Do Halloween…
Happy November! This is one of my favorite months, although it also means another Halloween has gone by. Growing up, I loved Halloween. I still do, even though the last time I actually dressed up or went to a party was my senior year in college. Oh, hey there Old Age! Since there are basically…
Labor Day Wrap-Up
I hope everybody enjoyed a lazy (or fun-filled) day off work this Labor Day. And if you had to work, well, I hope you had a marvelous Monday to begin your week. This past weekend was full of fun and family. We took it easy Friday night after my in-laws arrived. Saturday we drove to…
Fourth of July Weekend {#MIMM}
This morning during my overcast and rainy commute to work, I could think of a million places I’d rather be. Isn’t that always the case after returning from a vacation or long weekend? Nevertheless, I do enjoy my routine—even if it involves a 5-day work week. This past weekend was just the right amount of…
Memorial Day
Happy Memorial day, especially to those who have served and sacrificed! It feels great to have a 3-day weekend…and to have a 4-days off the following weekend when we go visit the in-laws in their new home. Saturday began with Bikram, much like last week, and later in the day we went over to my…
Cinco de Mayo: Black Bean, Mango, and Avocado Salad
I know Cinco de Mayo isn’t a huge holiday in Mexico like most Americans tend to think, but where I’m from, we love any excuse to party. After many tequila-filled college celebrations (and today being a Sunday), we’re having a low-key “celebration” at home with tacos, margaritas, and a delicious, refreshing black bean salad. Using…
MIMM #7: 5th Anniversary Edition
After a marvelous weekend celebrating Mark’s and my 5th anniversary, I didn’t dread the workweek too terribly. Mondays become Tuesdays soon enough, and today was a balmy, yet beautiful, sunny day. When I returned home from work Friday evening, Mark had my gift on the table, along with some beautiful pink roses. Since wood is…
#22: What I Ate…Easter Edition
This past Easter was a wonderful one filled with quality family time and delicious food. Shortly after the in-laws arrived Friday evening, we enjoyed boiled crawfish (second time in 2 weeks). These little guys were larger than the last batch, but not quite as spicy. We slept late Saturday morning, joining my parents at their…
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend
This St. Patrick’s Day weekend went by far too quickly. Following a ridiculously slow day at work Friday, Mark and I took advantage of a $50 gift certificate that he won from a local radio station and had dinner at The Pelican Reef restaurant. To be completely honest, we weren’t impressed. The food wasn’t bad,…
#16: What I Ate…While On Vacation!
It’s been a crazy busy week since returning from Clearwater & Orlando (a win for work, but a loss for the blog!)—but it wouldn’t be a proper Wednesday without linking up for What I Ate Wednesday. This week, I thought I’d share some of the fabulous (and disappointing) meals we consumed on vacation. First up:…
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