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Grilled Ham and Gouda Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions and Greens

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… Nicholas‘ “kids” birthday party today. He had a fantastic time - between hanging out with his friends, spending time with Elmo, running around like a maniac and eating cake, how could he not? It’s funny … he hates taking off his shoes (a requirement in these play places), he hates going through those climbing […]

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They Start So Young…

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Nicholas went on his first field trip today and had a blast. The Husband accompanied him … gotta love a guy that would go on a field trip with some 30+ preschoolers on a bus, topped off by being the only Dad that went. :) Nicholas partnered with one of his “girlfriends” today on the […]

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A Glorious, Glorious Day

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Weather was in the mid-70s today, a welcome relief from the heat wave we’ve been caught in lately. It’s rumored to be a gorgeous weekend as well, and with two days jam-packed with stuff to do, that will be perfect.
Wasn’t sure if the babysitter was coming tonight (she ended up not being able to), so […]

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A Cold Front’s A-Comin’

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Finally the Northeast is going to get a break from this heatwave. A powerful storm swooped the area tonight, actually starting from Maine, going all the way down to Texas. Just in the commute home from work, I excitedly watch the temperature drop 10 degrees! It’s been over 100 degrees for the past week, so […]

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Salsa Stoup with Guacamole Smash and Double-Decker Quesadillas

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Say THAT three times fast! If you happen to watch Rachael Ray on the Food Network, you know all about her “stoup” - thinner than a stew, yet thicker than a soup … STOUP. Tonights’ new recipes (three, count ‘em, three!) all come from a recent episode of her 30 Minute Meals show, her “Tex-Mex […]

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