Boring dinners be gone! Keep a few staples in the freezer like ravioli & sausage & you’re all set to make an easy and delicious ravioli recipe. No fuss. Having an easy and delicious ravioli recipe can do a lot to brighten up these long boring days. Dinner does not have to be the same old, same old. It can be easy, fast and delicious. We…
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Are you scrambling for last minute Mother’s Day gifts that work during a pandemic? We probably aren’t going out to a fancy brunch, taking mom on a trip or visiting the spa together. However, we can still make sure Mom feels special! We all live busy busy lives and often birthdays and holidays just sneak up on us. We all love Mom, but often life…
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Animals are going to be particularly vulnerable during this crisis. People are losing their jobs and income, shelter staff are being cut back, closed, and losing volunteers, and rescue groups are being stretched to capacity. Yet they still need us. So, here are a few things you can do to help animals while you shelter-in-place that may ease their suffering. Pet Food Pantries If…
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We are in uncharted and uncertain territory these days and especially with our shelter-in-place orders. Being forced to isolate ourselves and keep our families occupied and happy is at best a challenge. Those of us who work from home may be used to a bit of the isolation, but we generally keep ourselves busy with the work. For many, especially if a big part of…
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Spring cleaning for travelers means something different in the age of the Coronavirus! Cleaning your luggage and travel accessories becomes mandatory! This year, even the idea of traveling has many generally calm people feeling anxious, worried and downright scared. FYI: The virus can live on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. This varies under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity…
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If you live in the New York City area or happen to be visiting, you should really think about checking out the New York Botanical Garden’s Orchid Show, now in its 18th year and running Saturday, February 15 – Sunday, April 19. We have lived in the area for over 20 years now and I can’t believe we didn’t visit the NYBG until several years…
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Over the last few months, I’ve found a few products that I can’t live without. They have turned out to be so amazing that I just can’t keep them to myself. There’s something for everyone, including your pet who will be so grateful! I hope you enjoy these Fabulous Finds for Everyday Use as much as I do! Fabulous Finds for Everyday Use One Step…
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Do you need some new soup or sauce recipes? Looking for a different dish to warm you up on a cold night? Or perhaps you’re searching for that hearty, healthy meal that works for everyone. Well, there may be nothing better on a cold winter day than a bowl of hot soupy pasta. Stuffed with lots of vegetables, well-seasoned broth, and any kind of meat…
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Are you hosting a New Year’s Eve party this year? Is it just for a couple of friends or a big crowd? Are you thinking it’s time to elevate your party to a new level? We are entering a new decade after all, so why not take it up a notch and add sparkle to a New Year’s Party Eve? Whether you are having a…
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This go-to oatmeal cookies recipe is so special. A crowd pleaser, easy to pack, can be dressed up or down. Just add your favorite mix-ins for any occasion. I love having the kids home (on and off) for the holidays. Besides all of the holiday traditional foods, I love to make their favorites. I do believe my go-to oatmeal cookies recipe was the first cookies the…
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I happen to be a frequent target shopper. Yes, you read that right – target! I am obsessed. Target has so many fabulous finds and so many items that are cozy for the winter. I am using many of these for holiday gifts as well as for myself! Being a target fan, I have found it to be a great source for a variety of…
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If you are heading to Washington, DC with the kids, be ready to have an amazing time! You have chosen an outstanding destination for families. My family and I spent a recent school break in the Capitol City and we honestly didn’t want to leave. Filled with a wealth of history, culture, sports, and amazing food, everyone in the family found something they loved. Plus,…
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