One of my favorite days (right after my birthday, of course!) is rapidly approaching: Mother's Day. I am the master of milking these special days for all they're worth, cramming as much sleep, lolling about and my favorite foods in them as possible. Unlike … [Read more...] about Root Candles Mother’s Day Giveaway: “Moms Light Up Our Lives”
The Family Six
Recipe For a Delightful Easter
What's your recipe for a delightful Easter? For me, it's warm air, sunshine, good food, family, gussied-up kids, and an uplifting church service. Some years we get everything but the warmth and sunshine. Raise your hand if you've ever worn your Easter finest under … [Read more...] about Recipe For a Delightful Easter
A Sincere Memo
My, they certainly go all out to reward a new employee on a job well done at Mike's new place of employment!Wait a minute, something's fishy here . . .Elena!!!!!Happy April Fool's Day from our little trickster to yours. … [Read more...] about A Sincere Memo
Carnations Suck. Dads Do Not.
There was that horrible stretch of time in middle school when Valentine's Day was just about the worst holiday a girl could imagine. Or rather, experience. My imagined Valentine's Day was sweep-you-off-your-feet lovely. My actual experience of … [Read more...] about Carnations Suck. Dads Do Not.
Brazo de Gitano
I posted this picture of the birthday cake my mother made for me the other day on 3(six)5, and as a result, several people asked me for the recipe. My mother is from southern Spain, and it's always a treat when she whips out her Spanish recipes. … [Read more...] about Brazo de Gitano