In my first article I explained how much I cherish music and all the playlists that I have created and why I feel I am stronger when listening to music. I can focus and write for days. Or when in the kitchen I can clean or cook better when I have music in the background […]
Here’s my little twist on a traditional roasted chicken! Be sure to try this delicious main entree recipe for you, your family and friends. Shari’s Roasted Chicken Enjoy! […]
Lessons Learned #6 The girls became travelers at an early age. Each day they had pumpkin seats, wind up swings, high chairs, and wagon rides. They even learned to hold hands front and back when I carried them on my hips. The swings were their favorite and even though I wondered if they might develop […]
Lessons Learned #5 Mornings were my favorite part of the day. I’d put the pumpkin seats on the kitchen table after I had prepared and hidden a bowl with baby food. For those unfamiliar with this seat, it was a car seat without straps and much lighter. I’d give each baby a bath while the […]
Lessons Learned #4 When the twins were a few months old, my good friend Janet delivered her first child. A son named Rodney. Like most babies, he figured out quickly that he liked a lot of attention and mostly at night. It was a beautiful morning, so I put the kids (all 4) in the […]
Lessons Learned #3 After a few weeks of sleep deprivation from staggered nighttime feeds, I devised a foolproof plan. When The first baby awakens, both would be fed. This would definitely work. The night stand and crib were next to my side of the bed stacked with diapers (yes, they were cloth with safety pins) […]
Lessons Learned #2 First Doctors visit was a big event. The older sister, Donna age 4 and the brother, Kenny age 3 sat on the bed while I changed and dressed the twins. I had picked out cute little matching outfits. While I was pulling them on and snapping them closed the siblings were pinching, […]
Lessons Learned #1 Being the parent of twins is the most exciting, exasperating, fun, and precious gift imaginable. They are wonderful teachers and I learned to follow (not lead) when they were 2 days old. When putting them down after feeding, I’d place them on opposite ends of the crib. They would wiggle and squirm […]
My Grandfather owned a drive-in restaurant back in the 1950’s. This is his exact recipe for Coney Dogs from back in the day. I make this on special occasions and it is always hit with friends and family. It’s a family tradition and recipe… We love them!! Coney Island Hot Dog My Grandfather owned a […]
After having multiple kids, a hungry husband and a budding career… I tried to minimize kitchen time and have it ready for the week. The key is preparation! These recipes are simple and easy and you can also change it to your liking! I like to cook a bunch of my scrumptious Mexican chicken and […]