This past weekend I started off my summer break with a family BBQ on Sunday. My parents hosted the evening with a wonderful array of savory foods, and I brought the pasta salad. I’m taking baby steps when it comes to culinary cuisine. Today I’m excited to share the recipe for this quintessential summer side…
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SUMMER BUCKET LIST
Read moreThis week marks the official last week of the school year! I’m a little excited, to say the least. As much as I love my students, I do treasure the summer months to get caught up on my own life projects which seem to get pushed aside during the school year. This weekend, Jeff and…
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COME ON IN!
Read moreWe live in a cozy condo which has quickly become our little paradise in Orange County. However, a challenge we have both faced is merging our styles and more importantly our stuff together. We are still working on the inside, but are making progress which I am excited to share with all of you in…
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MONTH IN REVIEW: MAY
Read moreThis May was full of end of the school year activities, including my department’s musical production and an art gallery! Needless to say, I am excited for summer break and a change in hectic pace. As much as I love being a teacher, it is always nice to have a few months off to recharge,…
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MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE
Read moreMemorial Day Weekend is a time to escape, a time to celebrate with family and friends and to ring in the start of a wonderful summer season. But Memorial Day is also an important day of remembrance for our country. Thank you to all who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom, and thank you…
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GOLD LEAF TRAY
Read moreThis past weekend I did a little “treasure” hunting at Goodwill, in search of some goodies I could use for DIY projects I have in mind to create. Luckily, I found a few items I could use, including a simple white plate that I made into a stylish trinket tray. It is not only pretty…
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MONTH IN REVIEW: APRIL
Read moreI can’t believe April is coming to an end! It was sure a whirlwind of activities with birthday celebrations (including Beowulf’s), Easter, a spring break day trip to SeaWorld, Jeff’s golf season in full swing, and my musical rehearsals, not to mention the daily routine of a teacher. I think I may be just as…
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EASY IOWA MAID-RITES SANDWICHES
Read moreDinner is usually the last thing on my mind when I come from home from work. If fact, I find the task of cooking very overwhelming since I never know what to make. I’ll be honest I was not gifted with much talent in the kitchen. However, a few weeks ago I came across a…