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I'm a single mom with two kids at home. I love to cook. I love kids. I love to read. I am an animal advocate. I have a house full of kids, pets, love and laughter. Life IS beautiful!

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Food & Drink > Sauce, Spread & Dip Recipes Recipes: Salsa: 2 of 34
I make this fresh salsa for picnics, carne asada, afternoon snacks...Just about any old time. I have taken it to tailgate parties. (GO CHARGERS!) I have served it at Monday night football parties at home. It travels well if you pack it right and stays fresh long enough to taste great when you get there!Here is my recipe for S... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: The Devil Wears Prada: 1 of 17
"The Devil Wears Prada" (Hell on Heels) has an excellent cast, is full of humor and is a movie that I have watched several times and will watch again. I'm a sucker for chick-flicks and this one takes the cake!Anne Hathaway plays the part of Andy Sachs. She's young, full of dreams, educated and doomed once she is hired as assi... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes Recipes: Stuffed pasta shells: 2 of 17
This is a great recipe that is meat-free. It's also a tasty pasta recipe that is sure to please even meat lovers. I got this recipe from a friend and tweaked it a little to meet my family's taste.CHEESE MANICOTTIHere is what you need:One package (8 ounces) manicotti shells2 1/2 cups (10 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, div... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Care Product reviews: Paul Mitchell: 1 of 8
I am a firm believer that you get what you pay for. I believe this holds true for many things but my latest proof of this is several hair care products put out by Paul Mitchell that I recently purchased. It helped that I got four products for the price of two. After just one week of use, I believe I would pay full price for t... More..
Food & Drink > Dessert Recipes Recipes: Trifle: 1 of 8
My mother was born and raised in England. I was born and raised in California. Not only did I have tea and crumpets on a regular basis, TRIFLE was the dessert we had after every Christmas dinner. The British also call this wonderful dessert "Tipsy Cake" or "Tipsy Pudding" and once you've heard the recipe, you will probably be... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Knocked Up: 5 of 33
I definitely know that comedies are my favorite movies. "Knocked Up" is not only a comedy, it also has some seriousness to it and mush as well. It's an entertaining movie that I could and have watched more than once."Knocked Up", written and directed by Judd Apatow, has a great cast and soundtrack. It won the 2007 Teen Choice... More..
Food & Drink > Cookware & Cutlery Product reviews: George Foreman grills: 5 of 24
My oldest son recommended a George Foreman GRP4P after he purchased and used one himself. I have owned this grill for over a year. Having been on the Atkins diet, it was important to me to cook healthy and tasty meals that were allowed on the diet. If I am recalling correctly, I paid about $75.00 for it.This grill holds at le... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts Kids crafts: Making a bird feeder: 1 of 4
Kids love nature and all it's sights, sounds,smells and adventures. The season doesn't matter. Birds are busy all year long and kids will notice them regardless of the temperature. Spring can still be cool outside so insects may not be plentiful. Some fruits don't ripen or are not available until later in the year. The birds... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: Pretty Woman: 1 of 4
Okay, so I have to admit, I'm a sap for chick flicks. Not all of them, but definitely for this "Cinderella" love story, Pretty Woman. It's one of my most favorite movies.This Garry Marshall film from 1990, stars Richard Gere and Julia Roberts, two of my favorite actors. Julia Roberts won Best Actress for her performance in th... More..
Food & Drink > Recipes (Other) Recipes: Appetizers that kids love: 2 of 7
This is a recipe for an easy and delicious snack or appetizer that your whole family will love, including the kids. They can even help in the preparation!HAM & SWISS ROLL-UPSHere's what you need:Sliced ham, about 1/8" to 1/4" thickSliced Swiss cheese, thinly sliced.Crushed pineapple, drainedBrown sugarToothpicksHere's wha... More..