I love to give things away....especially printables (absolutely FREE Mason jar tags, zipper bag toppers or recipe cards you can print on your computer and attach to the gift) with the recipes. These … [Read more...]

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written by Rebecca E. Parsons
I love to give things away....especially printables (absolutely FREE Mason jar tags, zipper bag toppers or recipe cards you can print on your computer and attach to the gift) with the recipes. These … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
HIMself and I are on a 'get fit' campaign this year. We want to shape up, get stronger and feel better! Last year, Dave Henry gave us a sample of Full Core Healthy Snack Replacement drinks. We tried … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Lifestyle and romance expert, Moll Anderson, chats with me about her newest book, Seductive Tables For Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance. The minute I saw this beautifully … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Big game Sunday means Puppy Bowl for me!!! TEE HEE!! It is Big Game Sunday in NOLA! Loads of excitement and loads of delicious food. However, in this house we watch The Puppy Bowl. In honor of the … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Next weekend is the Big Game for many Americans. Since the game is in New Orleans, there will be parties and festivities galore. My theme this year is Mardi Gras and I will be sharing ideas, recipes … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
by Perry P. Perkins Executive Chef & Menu Designer at Haute Mealz He Had Me at Beignets! Editor's Note: I met Perry last August in Portland at the IFBC (International Food Bloggers Conference). … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
New Year, New He/Me/Us Plan HIMself and I have declared 2013 as a year to become more able-bodied, active, bright-eyed, bushy-tailed, full of life, hale, hardy, healthful, physically fit, restored, … [Read more...]
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Last year I was challenged to recreate a holiday recipe from the issue of Better Homes and Gardens Magazine pictured below. The issue was loaded with wonderful holiday crafting, DIY and recipe ideas. … [Read more...]
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As a mother of four, we have had some really sticky situations through the years. Mom Central and Wet Ones® has launched a Sticky Situations Facebook Contest asking Moms to share their sticky … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Cozy & Warm Holiday Entertaining One of my favorite things to do is welcome friends and neighbors into my home over the holidays. This holiday season I transformed my great room into a sparkling … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
It's almost time to have all your gifts wrapped and under the tree this year. I love to surprise those I love with a good bottle of wine. It is even better to give them a gift that will bring bottles … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
California Wine Club I received my new wine shipment from the California Wine Club recently. Last year I won a three month membership and enjoyed every bottle. This year the wines are just as good, … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
You know that I attended the International Food Bloggers Conference in August. IFBC was an amazing time to connect with other foodies, eat gourmet meals and connect with food vendors. Ninja sponsored … [Read more...]
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My friend and fitness expert Jennifer Tuma-Young shares secrets to keeping balance in life on The 700 Club yesterday!!! Watch and learn her awesome techniques for yummy, good-for-you food!!! Jenn is … [Read more...]
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Celebrating Beautiful Fall Pumpkins Well, I am in a fall kind of mood. We took a road trip to North Carolina last weekend to the Southern Bloggers Conference. So many crafty DIY bloggers gathered in … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
You know when I have a party; I tend to go a tiny bit crazy bonkers overboard. My greatest desire when I entertain is that the occasion be unforgettable. And to set the stage for my ‘girlfriends only’ … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
New Kitchen Play Thing I have had so much fun with my new toy–the Davison Meatball Baker. A few months ago The Balancing Act, a Lifetime television show that I blogfor, asked if I wanted to try the … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Heinz+Ore-Ida+Tyson+Hasbro = #Dip Dip Hooray Oh my goodness...this is one of the most fun times I have had in weeks. I was challenged to come up with some Heinz®, Tyson®, and Ore-Ida® creative meal … [Read more...]
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HIMself loves some Fantasy Football. He's not very good at it, but he does enjoy the competition. So we decided to host a Fantasy Football pre-draft party Florida style...by the pool with laptops. … [Read more...]
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I had a moment of bliss this morning...I decided to take my tea in the garden. As I enjoyed the warmth of the Plantation Mint (Bigelow) tea and a few of my fave pistachio macarons (Fr), I became … [Read more...]