I know, a bit late -- but happy 2011!! While new beginnings and fresh starts are always lovely , I'll skip the whole "new year...

Well, that was fun :) I'm talking about the most glorious time of the year: holiday parties, peppermint-flavored everything, Christmas l...

As we enter into this holiday season of celebrating and giving, I can't help but reflect on all the things that I'm thankful for. So...

I know it's hard to believe, but we actually do eat more than just cupcakes , cookies , and carbs in this house. It's just that bl...

Start calling me Martha...because I just made my own bread! :D Maybe it's because I've never ventured into the terrifying world of ...

Some things just don't need an explanation. Especially when there's cake and presents involved :) Yup, it's birthday time... Rou...

It doesn't get much better than this. I'm talking warm SF indian summers, autumn vegetables and heirloom tomatoes, a slightly slowe...

I hear (or so I've been told) that "life events" come in waves. Engagements, weddings, golden birthdays, promotions, 10 yr HS...