Magic Reindeer Food

by Denise // 21 December, 2011 // Comments off

The kids and I have been making Magic Reindeer Food as part of our Advent calendar for years now. At first, the food was a mixture of old fashioned oats and glitter. Then, I learned how dangerous glitter can be... Continue reading →

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration 2011

by Denise // 20 December, 2011 // Comments off

To start the holiday season with a splash, my family and I set sail once again for SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration. The evening’s Christmas festivities started with small reception to meet some new friends: a sloth, a sea lion and a... Continue reading →

A Northern Sky, a Cool Yule and a Miracle

by Denise // 19 December, 2011 // Comments off

Does any else feel like Christmas threw up on them? That’s the ugly metaphor I’m choosing to describe the Christmas chaos I’m feeling. You should see the state of my house. I think the tree is finally decorated, but I... Continue reading →

Frostbitten Red Velvet Brownie Bites

by Denise // 16 December, 2011 // Comments off

Growing up with two very New York City slicker parents, there were only two desserts I can remember: NY Style Cheesecake and a some type of coffee (pronounced “cawfee”) cake. That’s it. It wasn’t until I started teaching in the... Continue reading →

Random Thoughts about Revving It Up

by Denise // 13 December, 2011 // Comments off

The other day, I sent my Garmin Forerunner 305 to be refurbished or replaced. Seeing how the face fell off to unveil its completely corroded innards, I believe it’s beyond repair. Once it’s returned to me, I’m looking forward to... Continue reading →

Holiday Inn Captured My Heart

by Denise // 12 December, 2011 // Comments off

I took my best girl to the cinema yesterday. Just me and my gal catching a show and we had a swell time, see. A real swank time, I tell you. It’s hard to shake the circa 1940s slang after... Continue reading →

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