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Cinnamon Apple Cider Manhattan

Cinnamon Apple Cider Manhattan. Doesn’t that sound delicious? I’ve spent some time this fall playing around with seasonal flavors, namely apples, apple cider and cinnamon. No nutmeg or pumpkin here, thanks anyway. I wanted to create drinks that I would crave in the fall; that would remind me of the season; that would be simple

Cranberry Orange Sangria

Cranberry Orange Sangria, an easily adaptable sangria for any season or holiday. Not too sweet, easy to drink.

5 REALLY Last Minute Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Are you like me, knowing Mother’s Day is coming up and still thinking…”I’ve got time.” Until the weekend comes, and then you don’t? Then this post is for you (and me.) I’ve got 5 REALLY last minute gift ideasÂ for Mother’s Day that you can get started on now, or wait until Saturday and still have

Friendships and Other Perks of Blogging

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One of the perks of blogging is meeting other bloggers. Whether at a blog conference or through reading and commenting on each otherâ€™s posts â€“ itâ€™s easy to develop a friendship because in addition to the direct interaction via commenting, as you read someoneâ€™s stories you get to know them.

The Truth

“Ask me no questions, I’ll tell you no lies.” – Oliver Goldsmith What is the truth? I can tell you what it’s not: Secrets Exaggerations Omissions Behind the back whispers Jealousy Greed Sometimes the lies have been told so many times they are thought to be the truth. Other

Spring means Lacrosse

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Spring means Lacrosse Spring in Connecticut…freezing rain, blowing wind, damp and cold. Obviously the next thing that comes to mind should be outdoor lacrosse tryouts. Spending two hours outside shivering, dressed for winter and holding an umbrella. Fantastic way to spend a Sunday. The only thing worse would be to

Greatest Hits

What do you think of when I say “Greatest Hits?” I’m just going to say it, I’m not a fan of boxing. My dad loves it, I have friends who love it – I can’t handle it, the sweat, blood and spit; the swollen shut eyes; the way people lay

Favorite Live Songs for Twisted Mix-Tape Tuesday

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This week’s Twisted Mix-Tape is songs you love that blew you away when you heard them live. Or to make it easier…I’m choosing my five Favorite Live Songs. The first option is too hard…I don’t remember a lot about the concerts I’ve been to. I’ve been to enough of them,

I’m Done With School, but…

I’m Done With School, but… Apparently this is a week of firsts for me. If you missed it – I presented my first guest post on Coach Daddy. That was fun, I got a great response and so far no one I wrote about has read it. I didn’t name

How to Raise Competitive Girls

Today is a first for me and I’m really excited about it. I’m going to teach you everything you need to know about how to raise competitive girls! No, not really. I’m excited because I have a guest blogger! And I get to be a guest blogger! Eli from Coach

Twisted MixTape Forbidden Love

It’s Tuesday and that means it’s time for another Twisted MixTape. I’ve mentioned before – this is my favorite link-up. It’s hosted by Jen Kehl and the people that play really know their music, I love seeing what everyone chooses for the themes because I always find music I haven’t

Warm and Toasty!

I don’t know about you…but I am freezing! It is so cold in CT right now and there is more snow in the forecast. It doesn’t feel like this winter will ever end. I want something to keep me Warm and Toasty. I’m not just talking about a fire in

Cherry Coconut Martini

I was going to call this Cherry Coconut Martini a Valentine’s cocktail – it has all the makings: it’s red, it’s delicious and I’m posting the recipe right before Valentine’s Day. Also, if you have two, you will be in love with everyone. But the reality is…this Cherry