Call them what you will: resolutions, goals, plans. Here’s what on tap for 2010. Cook and eat more consciously. After reading The Omnivore’s Dilemma and watching Food, Inc., Nick and I have decided to make this a priority for 2010. During the first week of the new year, we chose seasonal broccoli, parsnips, and lemons [...]
I put on my party dress, put up my red umbrella, put a ring on his finger, and said “I do.” I tied the knot, I changed my name, and I moved my blog to a new home. Welcome, friends — old and new! Thanks for joining me as I navigate newlywed life while cooking, [...]
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Today I turn 27, a.k.a. late 20s. And I couldn’t be happier. I’m marrying the man of my dreams in 51 days; I have a beautiful and healthy family that loves me unconditionally and lovely friends who never cease to amaze me; I’m passionate about my work. Yes, I have so much to be thankful [...]
I haven’t bought nice new makeup since my friend’s wedding almost three years ago! Needless to say, it’s time. {three years ago} And so on Wednesday, after a really crummy day at work, I treated myself to a makeover at the Estee Lauder counter at Macy’s. And here’s what I left with: {Nutritious Vita-Mineral Loose [...]
Race day! After 12 weeks of training, a Friday night pasta dinner, and a solid 5 1/2 hours of sleep, Nick and I were up and out of bed at 5:45 a.m. on Saturday. We fueled our bodies with bagels and peanut butter, bananas, a few bites of a Clif Bar, and lots of water. [...]
You may notice a few changes ’round these parts. First, I’ve been investing more time recently in social media tools like Twitter and Facebook, so I figured I should include links for anyone who’s interested in following or friending me. (You can also follow WPSU or friend WPSU, both of which I’m administering.) Second, I [...]
I know it was my idea because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do. “Let’s run a half marathon before we get married,” I suggested to Nick. I can’t say it was met with incredible enthusiasm. Nick ran the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon in Virginia Beach a few years ago, and when he completed [...]
I’m devoting tomorrow morning to my wedding to do list: Call caterer Call travel agent Schedule dance lessons Schedule final dress fitting for July Confirm hair and makeup trial runs for July And some other to do items: Register for half-marathon Schedule hair cut and brow wax Schedule dentist appointment Schedule doctor appointment And if [...]
I had grand plans to submit an entry into this competition. It’s “Macy’s Keeps America Cooking,” and the instructions are to create a video that tells America what keeps you cooking. The grand prize is a trip for two to San Francisco for a $2,500 kitchen shopping spree with Tyler Florence at Macy’s. Enticing! And [...]