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A Sweet Spin On A Classic BLT
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I cooked Mr. TAL a delicious meal this past weekend, putting A Sweet Spin On A Classic BLT, which made the cut for TAL’s blog! He said it was blog-worthy, so I had to share it with you! If you’ve been reading my blog for a while and have tried some of my recipes, you'll know that I love combining sweet and salty flavors. This sandwich is just that. So what is my secret ingredient? It’s Fig Preserves by Bonnie Maman :-). I had thick-cut bacon left over from...
Dog Friendly Canaan Valley Resort, Davis, WV
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I wrote this from Canaan Valley Resort in Davis, WV, in a cabin in the Appalachian Mountains. The weather was gorgeous, with a warm 75 degrees, but it felt cooler in the cabin due to the surrounding trees. The windows and front screen door were open, and the cross breeze felt wonderful. The cabins and cottages are fully furnished and allow dogs, but do NOT have air conditioning. I was a bit worried going into the trip because I’m not one to rough it, but it...
What To Do If Your Dog Gets Bit By A Venomous Spider
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I was sitting on our back patio a few nights ago watching Jake watch a spider crawl in front of him. This gave me an idea for a blog post on spiders and What To Do If Your Dog Gets Bit By A Venomous Spider. Fortunately, Jake didn't make a big deal about his little friend, and fortunately, the little spider was not poisonous. But what does a non-venomous bite look like? Non-Venomous Bites Most of the spiders found in the North Providence area can't produce...
Why It’s Important To Look After Your Skin
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I like to change things up now and then, and discussing skincare and makeup is something I enjoy. Why It's Important to Look After Your Skin is even more critical now that I’m in my 50s; it’s never too early to start a skincare routine. This post is in collaboration with FatJoe Publishing, a company I have been working with over the past year. If you have been reading my blog for a while, you may have come across some of the posts we've written together, as well...
Fried Philly Ribeye Steak Wraps
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I haven’t posted a recipe in a while, and these Fried Philly Ribeye Steak Wraps are incredibly filling and delicious. Fill an egg roll wrapper with juicy slices of ribeye, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, sautéed green onions, portobello mushrooms, and sweet onions, and fry in a pan. Why You’ll Love These Steak Wraps If you crave the taste of a Philly cheesesteak with the golden crunch of the egg roll wrapper, this recipe is for you. Shareable,...
Pet Cloning: What Is It And How Does It Work?
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Pet Cloning…What is it, and how does it work? I recently found an article in Modern Dog Magazine, “Meet Mella, The Cloned Winery Dog,” about how a California winery spent $50,000 cloning their dog. Before reading the article, I had two questions: what is my opinion going to be after reading the article, and what is a winery dog? First, I know I would never do this, but having a winery dog (and a winery) would be fun! These two have a routine; they let me know if...
What Spring Weather Will Reveal About Your Home
Happy Wednesday, everyone! What Spring Weather Will Reveal About Your Home. Spring weather can be quite the revealing element! After weathering the winter out, with all the cold, rain, and dryness it brings, blooming into spring will highlight everything wrong with your home. And that’s the kind of thing you should pay attention to. When it gets lighter and warmer outside, make sure you take an objective look over your home and see where the trouble could be starting. From your curb appeal...
Misfit Market Supporting Heart Of Glass Animal Rescue
Misfit Market event supporting Heart of Glass Animal Rescue at Allegheny City Brewing! Heart of Glass's mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals, including special needs, elderly, and behaviorally challenged dogs and cats. We strive to provide a safe and loving space for animals in need while enlightening our community about proper animal welfare. Event held Sunday, April 27th 1-4:00 pm Allegheny City Brewing 510 East Ohio Street Pittsburgh, PA. 15212 Rain or shine! Two...
How To Be The Kind Of Traveler Others Are Grateful For
Happy Wednesday, everyone! How To Be The Kind Of Traveler That Others Are Grateful For. I typically talk about animals and food, but after taking a quick trip to Tennessee last year, I thought this post was fitting. I have wonderful memories of my trip to Tennessee with Mr. TAL, but where is the travel etiquette anymore? You know that feeling when you finally arrive at your stay after a long, bumpy day of travel? You’re starving, your phone’s on 3%, your legs are barely functioning, and...
10 Reasons To Learn To Cook
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Do you love to cook? Here are 10 Reasons To Learn To Cook! As you know, I’ve written three cookbooks and am working on my 4th cookbook. I found my love for cooking and baking from my grandparents and parents. I’m lucky to have Mr. TAL, who is a big fan of my cooking and loves it when he gets to taste test :-). Learning to cook can be a relaxing hobby. Here are 10 great reasons you will find it enjoyable. Learning to cook is so much more than mastering the art...