It's March 23. It's not a significant day, but the late days in March do remind me of my years in Minneapolis. March was the most difficult month of winter to endure because it was still cold and gray, and the streets were sullied with sooty slush and snow. It was a tough reality … [Read more...] about Tacky Punch – 5:00 Fridays
5:00 Fridays
Frozen Planet in a Glass – 5:00 Fridays
I get some pretty cool opportunities thanks to this little blog of mine. Earlier this week I got to participate in a chat with Vanessa Berlowitz, series producer of Frozen Planet. Vanessa spent two and a half years in the North Pole and South Pole filming the most adorable of … [Read more...] about Frozen Planet in a Glass – 5:00 Fridays
Swimming – 5:00 Fridays
There's a little something this time of year that the leprechauns from Oak Brook, Illinois bring all over the country. I'm talking about the Shamrock Shake. Bird and Deal are crazy for it. I suppose they would say it (sham)rocks. Both boys have been taking swimming … [Read more...] about Swimming – 5:00 Fridays
Late & Short Margarita – 5:00 Fridays
The whole adage "a day late and a dollar short" really strikes a chord with me. In fact, right now I am actually two days late and many dollars short. Dude, I missed National Margarita Day! It was on February 22. I've been nursing a cold anyway so I was drinking chamomile tea … [Read more...] about Late & Short Margarita – 5:00 Fridays
Thin Mint in a Mug – 5:00 Fridays
In my world there aren't four seasons. It kinda ruins the magic of The Four Seasons, the hotel and the band. Aw, let's be honest, nothing ruins the magic of The Four Seasons hotel. That place is tops any which way you look at it. I have fond memories of soaking in a luxurious tub … [Read more...] about Thin Mint in a Mug – 5:00 Fridays
Calm Unity – 5:00 Fridays
So far 2012 has been supremely crappy. Sad news hovers above like a veil of spider webs that smack you in the face when you're out for a leisurely hike on a sunny day. There is so much heartache and grief and loss to bear. Add to the mix some seriously challenging parenting … [Read more...] about Calm Unity – 5:00 Fridays
Meyer You Lookin’ Fine – 5:00 Fridays
I'm no sourpuss, but I am having a love affair with lemons. Ever since we vacationed in Sorrento, Italy I have been obsessed with lemons. I was in juicy heaven walking among the lemon groves and eating lemon zested bits of fish and homemade limoncello. I've been trying to … [Read more...] about Meyer You Lookin’ Fine – 5:00 Fridays