What to do with an energetic three-year-old on a gray and rainy day? Cover him in and plastic and send him outside, of course! After all that cold water, it’s always good to warm up with a hot (but not too hot) shower and a warm dinner. And what to have for dinner? Homemade Chili [...]

I love the rain. I love the smell, the sound, the feel. It’s so great to get out in it, but so great to be cozy inside, too. I only wish it were a leeeetle bit colder. Southern California rain is only kinda fun because it is still fairly warm and I get too hot [...]

As many of you know, I love me some Autumn (and not just for the sweaters and the boots)!! I love the smells and the flavor and the food, the colors and all the treats! But almost as good as all of that put together? I love Disneyland! This year I was again invited to [...]

At the beginning of October (I know!) I was lucky enough to get invited to Mickey’s Trick or Treat Party at California Adventure. Although I am sure that Ryder would have LOVED to attend, but seeing as how the party started at 7:30 PM, he had to sit this one out. Maybe next year, Buddy! [...]

Today is a special day. And the specialness is two-fold, which makes it extra fun! First of all, today is the first day of Fall. Yay! I love fall (and not just for the clothes, although that is the icing on the cake). I love fall because I get to wake up every morning and [...]