Cheating: Who knew?
We, my husband and I, are still on a low carb diet. We’re using a combination of Atkins and Keto diet guides and recipes to assist us in keeping our…
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We, my husband and I, are still on a low carb diet. We’re using a combination of Atkins and Keto diet guides and recipes to assist us in keeping our…
My adult beverage of choice is a glass of wine. Years ago when we were newly married and both in graduate school, our weekly treat to ourselves was dinner at…
I know this will sound weird but I think our new puppy (6mos.) is helping to curb my insomnia. The reason I think this is simple. She wasn’t home last…
Yesterday, I made a batch of beef stew from scratch – no bottled sauces, or pre-fab taste enhancers – just good ole fashioned beef, carrots, potatoes, and onions. The beef…
Ames, Iowa is a great college town. My oldest son has lived there for the last six years, completing one degree and now working on others. So, over the years,…
I’m not sure when my love for wine started. In college, I was more of a cheap beer (on tap) drinker, occasionally springing for a gin and tonic with my…
I thought it might be fun to do a post on wine. If I am going to imbibe, it is my preferred drink. Self Imposed Wine Buying Guidelines: Do You…