The first time I heard about a Moscow Mule was from my good friend Oprah. Oprah and Gayle drank Moscow Mules while they were camping in Yosemite National Park. The first time I drank a Moscow Mule was at the…
A “Gnomeo and Juliet” Themed Birthday Party
My daughter turned 5-years-old last week. Six months ago, she told me she wanted a “Gnomeo and Juliet” themed party. Really? Don’t get me wrong, we love that movie. It’s adorable, truly kid-friendly, hilarious, and it’s filled with Elton John…
Gaining a New Leash on Parenting
Not so long ago there was a lot of news about parents who put their kids on “leashes.” This is nothing new, I’m not sure what sparked the interest, or why it was newsworthy, except that parents are critical of how…
Drink: How Happy You Make Me, Oh Shandy
The Shandy is making a comeback and this makes me very happy. I love a Shandy and its sister drink the Lager and Lime. You can’t call yourself British and not know what either of these drinks are. They are staples…
My Mom Kicks Arse and Takes Names
My mom hails from Scotland, so she has a beautiful Scottish accent. She had me when she was 30, which is the equivalent of having a baby at 20 today, but wasn’t so common back in the 70’s. My mom…