I still cannot believe that I was invited to attend CampBlogaway, and I was absolutely thrilled to be there with other fabulous and talented food bloggers. I love being around others who all have such a passion and joyful energy in what they do. I know many of us don’t blog for our income as a ‘job’ per se, but we do it because we love it, we have a strong passion for it, and it gives us that spark to life and who we are. This event was definitely one of those that will be remembered and cherished for a very long time. (more…)
September 28, 2010
September 24, 2010
camp blogaway
aaaaaah, thank goodness it’s FRIDAY! (Imagine me jumping in the air and smiling from ear to ear) This week has certainly been all jumbled and all over the place, but I made it! I’d like to think that Friday is the start of a relaxing and do-nothing kind of weekend, but oh it’s not and I don’t think I’ve slept in past 5:30am for the past 2 weeks! But you gotta do what you gotta do. Both Chris and I have our parents in town as well, so we want to spend as much time as we can. This weekend is already pretty packed, read on for some more info on my trip to Camp Blogaway on Saturday! (more…)
September 19, 2010
Pedal to the Medal
Hey guys! The weekend has flown by as usual and I admit most of it has been trying to get those miles in again. I’m about 3 weeks out from Viva Bike Vegas, and pretty much next Sunday will be my last full day to ride *gulp* I will be going out of town for some exciting events (details to follow)! If you want to check out my rides, read on (more…)
September 13, 2010
getting in those miles
Anyone else out there think Monday came waaaay too fast? Especially after that holiday weekend! Not too much ensued for me this weekend, but I did get to visit with my grandparents in town on Friday evening and spent a good portion of Saturday finishing up wash and house chores. I am definitely enjoying the slight cool down we are having here because that means that race/ride/endurance event season is approaching!!! Granted it is still 100 F here today and I’m wondering if fall is ever going to come? (more…)
September 10, 2010
quick chicken tagine
I have never made any kind of tagine before but have always wanted to. Those weird, cone-shaped, clay-like dishes always piqued my interest, and I was curious as to what on earth was made in there. While I unfortunately don’t have a tagine cooking vessel of my own, I do have a large braising pan that worked well enough. I’m sure the long, slow-cooked flavors of a traditionally cooked tagine is out of this world, but this recipe is actually one of my new favorites! With the cooler weather coming around the corner, this is definitely the kind of recipe you’ll want to gather family and friends, cuddle up, and sit together at cozy kitchen tables with good food and conversation. (more…)
September 6, 2010
lunch at the park + another wedding venue
Happy Labor Day weekend! I always love 3-day weekends! It always seems like I can get so many more things done. We had a spontaneous lunch at the park with Buster the Basset the other day. He is so funny! I also went to my first bridal show, which was an interesting experience, and visited another wedding venue option. Today I was even able to get in a longer bike ride. Sweeet! I hope you have enjoyed your weekend and an extra day if you were able to have Labor Day off. (more…)
