First beer of vacation
Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008
For my beer-loving hubby, the first beer of a vacation is always a momentous occasion. Today, it was especially so when he found a beer that actually increases its volume in the bottom of the bottle AFTER its poured! And I have video to prove it.
Beanstalk alert
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008
My next-door neighbor's name is Pete, not Jack, but he appears to be growing a beanstalk in his garden for his grandkids' recreation.
Cucumber-infused ice water
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Here's an idea I stole from the Chateau on the Lake spa in Branson, Missouri - cucumber-infused water on ice! So cool and refreshing....
Caprese salad tonight!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Finally, I've got enough ripe cherry tomatoes to make my all-time favorite summer salad. Tonight's the night! Recipe to follow...
The skinny on skinny spirits
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
A short piece on "the best and worst drinks for your diet" in the Dallas Morning News grabbed my attention today. Number one, because the headline implies your chosen weight loss program INCLUDES liquor and, number two, because I am all in favor of the principle behind 'number one.'
Shop nostalgic
Thursday, July 10, 2008
If you were raised in the 50's or 60's and pine for some of the memorable kitsch of your youth, have I got a Web site for you.
Lorrie Browne is sharing her secrets
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Have you always wanted to have your own interior designer on retainer? Well, here's the next best thing. BoomerGirl welcomes new blogger and regular guest contributor, Lorrie Browne of MyDesignSecrets.com.
Happy Fourth of July!
Friday, July 4, 2008
Today, I'm declaring my independence from the computer all day long!! (That is, right after this post....)
My pesto manifesto
Friday, June 27, 2008
Looks like we're in for a bumper crop of basil this summer, and I'm looking forward to making my first batch of pesto this weekend. Here is my favorite recipe with a few variations and, remember, you don't have to have basil leaves to make a pesto with pizzazz.
Me and Mr. P
Monday, June 23, 2008
This just in from a company called CableOrganizer.com. It's called "Mr. P - One Man Tied" and instructions say to wrap your computer wire "all over him and make him squeal with pleasure."
Awakening to the Zentini
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Finally got an opportunity to become one with a Zentini this weekend. What's a Zentini, you ask? Click on to the next page and find out, Grasshopper.
Stone beats stick for weather predicting
Sunday, June 22, 2008
This just in from a BoomerGirl reader who has apparently found a better way to forecast the weather than my beloved stick (see weather stick blog below)....
Forget Martha, I'm into Margaret now
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Attention, gardeners! Need a little inspiration? A break from the same ol'-same ol'? Check out this talented woman's Web site and get some "horticultural how-to and woo-woo!"
Weather stick schtick
Saturday, June 21, 2008
You know you're exiting the fast lane when a little item like the Maine Weather Stick provides you with endless amusement. This is my stick. It's mounted next to our front door so visitors can see, immediately, our interest in meteorology... or silly, slightly suggestive sight gags. It's a great conversation starter, if people have the nerve to ask, "Um, what's that?"
Color me sexy
Friday, June 20, 2008
One of the things that caught my eye in the "Sex and the City" movie - besides the clothes, shoes, handbags and Samantha's sizzling boy-next-door in California - was the bright blue color painted on Carrie's updated apartment walls. Evidently, I wasn't alone. Word has it, the color is in big demand by legions of "Sex" fans. Here's where you can get it for your own digs...
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