I will be heading to New York next week to celebrate the launch with Sandra Lee and several other foodie bloggers. I have two opportunities for you to help me celebrate the launch of Sandra by Sandra … [Read more...]

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written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I will be heading to New York next week to celebrate the launch with Sandra Lee and several other foodie bloggers. I have two opportunities for you to help me celebrate the launch of Sandra by Sandra … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I received the most fun surprise when I opened my e-mail last Wednesday...an invitation to come to New York to celebrate the launch of Sandra by Sandra Lee. What is that...her exclusive collection of … [Read more...]

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To celebrate spring and the launch of yummy TCBY frozen yogurt in grocery stores (YEAH for us lactose challenged people), I hosted my annual Celebrate Spring Party with a dozen friends and HIMself. It … [Read more...]

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What do you do with some leftover produce from the farmer's market, cous cous and bread? Create an original bruschetta and cous cous recipe that is a great addition to your Easter or springtime … [Read more...]

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Bread holds a deep fascination for me. I love to eat it and I love to make it. I am especially fond of the new artisan breads that are appearing on the shelves of our local grocery stores. Today I … [Read more...]

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So we have had a wonderful day just kickin' back and watching a multitude of shows about Ireland. What a joy it has been for us...although HIMself will not be dancing the jig (he just got his cast off … [Read more...]

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I am enjoying my Irish coffee this week in my Irish Coffee mugs that a beloved Irish friend gave me long ago. Here's to you Eileen!! I miss you!!! My family recipe is … [Read more...]

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ohhh...I've been baking this week. This is the Irish Soda Bread from my family recipe box. I shared the how to here along with a printable gift set. It is so easy to make...go on and try it!!! … [Read more...]

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Leprechauns paid a visit to my little yard this week leaving behind this glorious bunch of shamrocks... … [Read more...]

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International Women's Day (March 8,2012) is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. Remember ~ One Woman Can Change Anything. Many … [Read more...]

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It's February 29 aka LEAP DAY! In addition to LEAPing for joy that I get a whole extra 24 hours ~ it's like A FREE DAY ~ I am wishing each of you a... Feel free to print one of these for … [Read more...]

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I was recently in New York for the opening of The Museum of Chocolate Art. You can read all about it here and here. After the gala event where I interviewed Vanessa Williams, the voice of Ms. Brown … [Read more...]

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by reporter Michael B. Vickers When I signed on to do this project, I was excited to have $25 to spend on snack food. This will be the best super bowl experience for me as I got to do the shopping! … [Read more...]

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I am so excited to be asked to participate in M&M'S Museum of Chocolate Launch in New York City on February 7th!!! How great is that? You know how much I love my M&M'S candy...so this is a … [Read more...]

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We so love college football in this house. Last night we enjoyed the BCS game between Alabama and LSU. I created some yummy dishes for us while we watched the game. I found them on Kraft Recipes dot … [Read more...]

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My DIY Christmas Decor Vignette #20 is simple yet Elegantly Sumptuous. It is the personification of Luxe for Less. I picked up a footed wooden bowl at Goodwill for under $2. I filled it with the … [Read more...]

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This was the most fun I have had in years...adorning my beloved Florida home was a thrilling pastime for me over the past few weeks as I lovingly blessed each and every inch of her. I used natural … [Read more...]

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So today my DIY Christmas Decor Vignette #6 is an Elegantly Sumptuous dessert. I have been challenged to recreate a holiday recipe from the most recent issue of Better Homes and Gardens Magazine. I … [Read more...]

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This year I started reflecting on our family holiday traditions early. As a family, we always make it a point to give back each year. We have some tried and true family giving traditions I share … [Read more...]

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The Elmer’s Looks for Less Challenge Lucky for me, Elmer’s is challenging some of their favorite bloggers to participate in The Elmer’s Looks for Less Challenge. I was given a mission to 'recreate' … [Read more...]