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Dirt and Noise
Sneaking Veggies is Bad News
Apparently "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" has made its way into the bellies of our children and the coffers of our food making behemoths. It's become de rigueur to hide vegetables in kids' meals. All the big brands are doing it. Home cooks are doing it. I blame Jessica … [Read more...] about Sneaking Veggies is Bad News
In the Tropics – 5:00 Fridays
I've been daydreaming about a Caribbean vacation ever since the Travel Channel taunted me with a special on the top 10 resorts in the Caribbean. I drooled and cooed over the crisp linens, poolside bars, fresh fish, flowing cocktails, and hot stone massages. The whispering breeze, … [Read more...] about In the Tropics – 5:00 Fridays
Christine Kushner, Shaun Cassidy, and the Wake County School Board Election
"It may not be a lot of fun But try and get your homework done For soon you'll grow up and you'll know How I told you to clean your room and make your bed Don't be such a sleepy head Remember all the things that mama said You're gonna fall in love one day Find someone and … [Read more...] about Christine Kushner, Shaun Cassidy, and the Wake County School Board Election
Chillin’ – Wordless Wednesday
Dear America
Dear America, It's been a heated few years. Politics brings out the worst in all of us, myself included. And we should be ashamed. The fighting, name calling, finger pointing, and venom spewing are not going to get us anywhere. Just over your shoulder at the at the last 12 … [Read more...] about Dear America
Let Them Eat Pie – 5:00 Fridays
Nevermind that it's not January 23 (National Pie Day) or March 14 (National Pi Day). But it is summer time, when people open up their homes and backyards to herald the longer days and laze among friends. We seem to be minor league entertainers and have a flood of friends in and … [Read more...] about Let Them Eat Pie – 5:00 Fridays