Sometimes I daydream about being a superficial tart who wants more than a world of healthy and happily fed children for Christmas. It's true that I want for nothing, and I try not to lose sight of that. Yet I am admittedly vexed with the consumerist gene and do enjoy a shopping … [Read more...] about My Christmas List of Extravagance
Turning the Tide for Turnips
This is my favorite T-shirt. Mac Daddy and the boys gave it to me for my birthday. I've been known to wear it with jeans, baggy khakis, and even a leather skirt with a jaunty crop jacket. Anyone who's talked to me for one second knows that I love word play. I also love food. And … [Read more...] about Turning the Tide for Turnips
Giving Tuesday is Full of Grace
I was born on a Tuesday. The old rhyme says that "Tuesday's child is full of grace." Hmmm...the jury is out on how that relates to yours truly. Today is Giving Tuesday, a worldwide movement to underscore the grace in giving. Surely the jury unanimously agrees on this. Here … [Read more...] about Giving Tuesday is Full of Grace
Handmade in NC – Crafty Ginger Mama
Today on Handmade in NC, I bring you Raleigh's local sewing sensation, Jennifer Marks. Jen's Etsy shop is aptly named Crafty Ginger Mama. She is crafty in a clever way, not in a cyclone hit AC Moore kind of way. I had been admiring Jen from afar on the school playground. Ou paths … [Read more...] about Handmade in NC – Crafty Ginger Mama
Giving. Thanks.
Today I am thankful for resting my head in cozy bed with a supportive husband to nestle into. I'm thankful for Bird and Deal, two extraordinary boys who add glitter to my sometimes tarnished soul. I'm thankful for Lark, our furry rescue reminder of unconditional love. I'm … [Read more...] about Giving. Thanks.
Family Dinner Time Above All
There is one thing that is sacred to us, family dinner time. I joke that I have the least scheduled kids in America. And believe me, I hear all about how it's a disservice to my sons to not have them participate in traveling teams and perform in recitals. I've been told they will … [Read more...] about Family Dinner Time Above All
Winter Issue of Simple Scratch Cooking to Benefit Backpack Buddies
While our house was gutted and inhabitable during our recent renovation, we stowed our things and moved into a small rental house for the nine-month long project. We had to be selective about what we toted. I brought about an eighth of my kitchen and closet, stuffing the rest … [Read more...] about Winter Issue of Simple Scratch Cooking to Benefit Backpack Buddies