Archives: Savvy Stories
Russian Tea Cakes
After we were finished reading this book we were inspired to make a tasty Russian treat…Russian tea cakes.
HEY KIDS, LOG OFF AND GET A LIFE
It’s no secret that my kids can sit for hours behind a screen, literally clicking from one social site to another. It gets tough sometimes to distinguish between their virtual life and the real one outside their windows.
Awkward Conversations with Your Kids
I get a real kick out of watching new parents encourage their children to talk, trying to resist the urge to say “You might not want to do that.”
LeAnn Rimes Holds On Tight
This picture literally made me laugh out loud this morning when I saw it. LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian went to Eddie’s son Jake’s soccer game yesterday, and Eddie’s ex-wife Brandi Glanville was there as well.
A Solution to my Nag, Nag, Nag!
Like every mom (please tell me I’m not alone in this) I find myself repeating the same things over and over again until the point of frustration (theirs and mine).
A New York State of Mind
Many people have told me the best way to see New York is during the NYC Marathon. Mind you, these people were runners.
Bit of Foodsense Recipes: A Few Favourites
Here are 5 recipe from Bit of Foodsense that I think you will enjoy – and stay tuned for more!
Easy Fajitas for Cinco de Mayo (or whenever!)
I thought I’d share with you my really easy fajita recipe since at our house Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican and Tex-Mex food.
If there’s a gap, fill it (a bit about schoolyard skipping and playground culture)
I remember, quite vividly, what recess was like when I was in elementary school.
Marvellous Mango Ice Cream (semi-homemade)
Ice cream always hits the spot on a hot summer day. This five minute mango treat is popular at barbeques, picnics and birthday parties.