Thanksgiving
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by Alicia on Friday, November 27th, 2009 | No Comments
Leftovers do expire so remember this rule of thumb: Turkey will last until Monday. Potatoes (sweet and mashed) will make it until Tuesday. The desserts never last (people eat that first) so no worries there. -
Thoughts of Thanksgiving
by Sarah on Thursday, November 26th, 2009 | 1 comment
Last week I had lunch with an old friend from college. He's a wonderful guy, thoughtful, fun, warm, and very social. But after 15 years on Wall Street, he has a tendency to hide his softer side under a "Master of the Universe" exterior - which makes him prone to try to wrap ... [read more] -
Thursday’s Carrot: Happy Thanksgiving! March On!
by Hollie on Thursday, November 26th, 2009 | No Comments
"In 1932, the unemployment rate in the United States was a whopping 23.6 percent. I know times are tough for a lot of people right now and this past year has been filled with economic unease for everyone. Sometimes it's good to see that life marches on and smiles can be found around an upcoming ... [read more] -
What Are You Cooking/Baking for Thanksgiving Tomorrow?
by Hollie on Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 | 3 comments
I plan on making 3 things for Thanksgiving tomorrow: 1) Apple & Goat Cheese Crostini with Honeyed Walnuts and Crisp Bacon I've been sitting on this recipe for a couple months now, and I'm just so glad I have a chance to finally make them! I ... [read more] -
Tuesday’s Chill Pill: I’m Grateful for My Snow White Princess Pull-Ups
by Sarah on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | 1 comment
Getting that Butterball ready can make any host or hostess a real Stressball! It's easy to get swept up in all of the "must-do's" (must run to the grocery store, must bake this, must pre-prep that, must get fresh sheets on guest bed, etc) and lose sight of the real spirit behind the wonderful ... [read more] -
Get Organized For Your Next Family Get-Together – From Jodie
by Alicia on Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 | No Comments
My friend, Jodie, is amazing and very together. I was at her house yesterday and was amazed at how organized she was for her family Thanksgiving dinner she is hosting this week and thought it would be great to share. Thanksgiving (around 35 guests) is something Jodie has done for many years and ... [read more] -
Monday’s Double Shot: Thanksgiving Travel & Traditions
by Alicia on Monday, November 23rd, 2009 | 2 comments
This is it. This is the big week where you start the race of the holiday season. This year is lasts for a mere 36 days. That is just over 5 weeks of shopping, eating, baking, giving, singing, decorating, traveling, family gatherings, eating, holiday parties, work gift exchanges….oh and more eating. ... [read more] -
Tool: Free Printable Thankful.notes
by Hollie on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 | No Comments
Good morning! Thanksgiving is next week and all I can think of is eating myself into a coma. I CAN'T WAIT. But we have to remember that Thanksgiving is beyond the turkey and is more about being thankful. So, I created these free printable Thankful.notes. Print these out, trim on the ... [read more] -
by Alicia on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 | No Comments
Plan ahead for Thanksgiving, make a list of all items needed and purchase the non perishable items THIS WEEK. It will save you a lot of time next week. -
Guest Guru, Cristin Bisbee Priest of Simplified Bee
by Sarah on Monday, November 16th, 2009 | No Comments
An Inexpensive, Nontoxic and DIY Way to Polish Silver With the holiday dinner parties fast approaching, festive table settings are on our minds. Tarnished silverware can ruin a perfectly set table, so polishing the silver is one task that shouldn't be overlooked. Because commercial silver polish contains toxins, I searched for non-toxic and inexpensive alternatives to ... [read more]
