Tag Archives: Quirky Stuff

Foodler Restaurant Delivery Service Revisited

Last April, I reviewed Foodler, an online restaurant ordering and delivery service. I’m still using it on my own, so I was happy to agree to a second review. You may be wondering why I use an online service rather than simply calling the restaurant directly. The biggest reason is quality control. Rather than shouting… [more]

Macy’s Shop for a Cause Supports the March of Dimes

Both of my kids came via at-risk pregnancies and challenging births. We are fortunate and thankful that they were both born (reasonably) healthy. Not all families are as lucky. The March of Dimes works to prevent birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. They also support and advance maternal and health research. This month, Macy’s… [more]

Exit the Highway, Smell the Roses, and Win a Prius

Exit the Highway, Smell the Roses, and Win a Prius

I love an adventure. Years ago, I was spending some time in East St. Louis, IL. There’s not a lot to do there, and we had exhausted activities across the river in St. Louis. I convinced my co-worker to take a trip to Graceland. It wasn’t really all that close, but it was drivable, and… [more]

iVillage PBS KIDS Summer Reading Challenge

iVillage PBS KIDS Summer Reading Challenge

I’ve always loved to read and my kids love when I read to them. Bug is starting to read independently and LadyBug will start learning in earnest when she starts Kindergarten this fall. So far, we are lucky that our kids love reading. But not every family is as lucky and even if you are,… [more]

Cruisin’ with the Toyota Prius C

Cruisin’ with the Toyota Prius C

While I was at the Toyota Women’s Influencer’s Network camp, I got the chance to drive the new Prius C. At a starting MSRP of $18,950 the Prius C is the smallest car in the Prius family, making it well-suited for city living. You can squeeze it into smaller parking spots. On the other hand,… [more]

Highlights from the Toyota USA Automobile Museum

Highlights from the Toyota USA Automobile Museum

As part of our TWIN Camp welcome weekend in LA, we had the chance to tour the Toyota USA Automobile Museum. My camera battery was dying, but I snapped some shots so you can get a feel for things. It was cool to see the evolution of Toyota cars throughout the years, but my favorites… [more]

Weight Loss on a Budget–Chat with Dr. James Anderson

I don’t believe in New Year’s Resolutions about losing weight. It’s too easy and too depressing to fall off the wagon and revert to your old habits. I do believe in making small changes every day that have a positive impact on your health and life as a whole. If you can maintain those small… [more]