Stir-fry tofu can be made even more delicious when you’ve got leeks, mushrooms and yellow bell peppers. Here’s a recipe I experimented with and that my family has grown to love! Read more…
Stir-fry Tofu with Leeks, Mushrooms and Bell Peppers
April 2015 archive
The Ex-boyfriend’s Brother (A Short Story)
Broad-shouldered man in a black collared shirt. He looked hot. And young. Too young for me in my late 30s. I went back to my reading and sipped my venti latte. At the corner of my eye though, I saw him approaching my table.
“Michelle?,” he smiled uncertainly. Hmm, he knew my name.
“Yes?,” I smiled back, taking in this young Adonis before me. Young Adonis? Crap, I am old thinking this way.
“It’s me, Charlie. Charlie Baxter,” he said, smiling again and holding out his hand awkwardly. Baxter. No way. “Er, you used to go out with my older brother Brian.” Read more…
Pay attention to the little things
When you pay attention to the little things, the bigger picture becomes clearer.
I wrote that in line in the context of saving money. As I reflect more and more about it, I realize it also applies to making a marriage work. Read more…
Bloghopping: 10 Favorite Reads This Week
I love bloghopping. There are so many good reads online. I love blogs in particular because there are some that tell stories so beautifully! I’ve rounded up ten of my favorite entries from various bloggers. Please do check them out and leave the blogger a comment! 
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8 Ways to Overcome Writer’s Block
There it is again — the brick wall we can’t knock down. Mental block happens when we’re exhausted, when we’re at a dead end, when we’re stuck. Don’t panic! A simple refresher on overcoming writer’s block is all that’s needed.
My work involves a lot of writing. The following tips work great for me. Here are eight ideas to help you overcome writer’s block. Hope this helps get your creative juices flowing too! Read more…
Raising a Compassionate Child
I worked from home a few weeks ago because my son was sick. That morning, while I was on my laptop, my 5-year-old suddenly sprang up from the couch and began running. “Where are you going?!,” I asked, worried. “To the kitchen!,” he replied. “I’m going to make Mommy coffee!” And HE was the sick one!
I look at Timmy and wonder, “What have we been doing that made him so compassionate?” Several things come to mind on how to raise a compassionate child. Read more…
Early Bird Breakfast Club
If I could marry a grilled cheese sandwich, it would totally be this one from Early Bird Breakfast Club.
I do, Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Tomato Soup from Early Bird Breakfast Club, I do. Read more…