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Enjoy this easy, delicious, and healthy dinner recipe that you can get many meals out of. This roast chicken recipe keeps on giving in a good way! We love chicken and everything about it. We love it roasted, in soup, on a salad or sandwich, and more. The simple act of roasting a really good chicken makes a chicken that keeps giving back all week…
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I was thrilled to be asked by Fit Fluential to try out Amwell Telehealth’s Registered Dietitians. While I was paid for checking out the services, given my health and well-being journey, having a triathlete husband, a daughter who is professional dancer, and a NCAA diver for my son, it sounded perfect for me. Before I even accept reviewing goods or services, I check out the…
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PLEASE…Stop looking over that fence for greener grass. Parenting is tough and you may or may not be doing the right thing with your kids, but I am here to tell you that looking over the fence is the wrong thing to do. Truth is, everyone has their issues. You just don’t usually know what they are, because they are hidden behind that…
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A bit over a month ago, we had a fire in one of our beloved buildings in the Old Market in Omaha, Nebraska. It took homes, 2 restaurants, a home decor store, and my go-to store for all my clothes. But, what is happening now is what is scaring me. People literally think the Old Market is closed! Not only are we not closed, but…
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A special treat for your Valentine doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s how you can surprise on valentine’s day with this easy, fast and fun chocolate bark treat! Creating a special treat for your Valentine doesn’t have to be difficult or take a lot of time, money, or ingredients. What matters most is that it’s a little something special that comes from the heart. This…
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Travel, Chocolate, Wine and Kids…Yes, they all can go together, especially this week with Valentine’s Day upon us. UPDATE 2/15/16: Our Valentine’s Day raffle is closed and we are pleased to announce the two winners of the $75 American Express Gift Cards. Big congratulations go to Courtnie and Erica who found us through Instagram and Twitter! Enjoy your cards… This month, I have found myself…
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Planning dinner or brunch sometimes lacks the planning for me…. I just look in the refrigerator and start pulling things out. Most of the time I know it will involve eggs. A Frittata is a great choice, given it is quick, easy, always tasty, and a crowd pleaser. For this recipe, I went for a veggie Frittata, but it is easy enough to change up…
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China is amazing and has so much to offer. I still can’t believe I was lucky enough to get to visit. One of my favorite hotels I stayed at was the Suzhou Marriott, which I reviewed for TravelingMom. Honestly, you never have to leave the hotel with all of its fabulous dining options, health club, spa, and well-appointed rooms. It all makes your stay in…
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Something special opened in downtown Napa last fall – Ca’ Momi Osteria restaurant. While the restaurant may be new, the soul, the food and the wine is rooted deeply in the traditions of Italy and the Napa Valley. Ca’ Momi Enoteca has been in Napa Valley for over 5 years serving pizza and amazing pastries, but the story starts well before that. Valentina Guolo-Migotta, the…
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There are some nights we just want something light, fast, and yummy and this Sweet Potato and Black Bean Nachos checks all those boxes. Plus, this dish is perfect for football watching; think upcoming Super Bowl, especially if you are looking for something that won’t leave you feeling- UGH! It is fresh, clean, and packed with goodness. Servings: One cookie sheet is enough for dinner for…
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I was actually going to say assholes, then toned it down. But, I was not the one to first say it. For that, I have to give credit to my son. Back story…We have always parented very differently than many people around us and we have also moved a lot. I am not sure if either my husband or myself really knew what we were…
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We’ve done a lot of traveling over the years with the kids, both domestically and internationally. It takes planning, fortitude, AND creativity, but I wouldn’t trade one experience for the world. We’re happy to share what we’ve learned with you. Some of these are for the kids and some of them are for the grown ups. These are not the technical tips having to do…
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We believe that life should be done well. From travel to food to fabulous finds, life should be lived with gusto, style, and sparkle, along with generosity and kindness. Because a life done well isn’t just about a luxury lifestyle, but it’s a great start!
