Since I’ll be doing a considerable amount of freelance writing nowadays, I’ve finally tackled one of my dreams: creating a chic, functional office area! (For those of you who haven’t visited our condo yet, you’ll know that my main computer is in the living room where it serves as a picture frame and jukebox when […]
This weekend, Dave took me out to celebrate my 23rd birthday. We began at The Cheesecake Factory at the Menlo Park Mall (where I dined on the oh-so-tasty avocado eggrolls and chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake) and later found ourselves wandering over to the adjacent movie theater for an evening flick. I love spooky movies, […]
Yesterday, David and I were so lucky to have celebrated our civil union with just about 70 of our closest family and friends. Despite the rain, wind, and occasional rumbles of thunder, it was a really fantastic day! (And believe it or not, the weather completely matched that of our original ceremony back on 02/19/2009!) […]
On my way to the mailbox Friday afternoon, I saw a tremendous number of beautiful autumn leaves scattered on the ground. With the help of my trusty leaf and flower press, I preserved them for years to come! An interesting note: when I opened the press, I found myself walking down memory lane. There were […]
To celebrate the end of yet another work week, Dave and I went out to dinner at the lovely Alessio Restaurant 426 on Main Street in Metuchen. As usual, the food was excellent and inspiring. I would recommend trying this great restaurant the next time you’re in central NJ! Dave started with a cup of […]
Dave and I took a great two-hour hike at Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area in Morris County today. It was a perfect day to be on the trails–about 70-degrees, sunny, and with a nice cool breeze at the overlooks. The foliage was just beginning, and we were treated to quite a natural show! At one […]
Before my grandparents moved into an assisted living facility in the summer of 2008, my grandfather prided himself on the dozens of bird feeders and birdhouses in their backyard. He would spot dozens of local birds visiting the feeders and nesting with their broods, and it always brought him such joy to watch these feathered […]
Last night, to celebrate the end of the work week, I made hoisin baby back ribs for dinner. They were epic. It all began on Monday when Dave and I went grocery shopping. While strolling down the ethnic foods aisle, Dave spotted the “Iron Chef” line of sauces and marinades. They’re endorsed by Fuji Television, […]
On September 12, Dave and I went apple picking with my family at Pochuck Valley Farms in Glenwood, NJ. It was a blast–here are just a few of the many pictures we took! Have you been apple picking yet this year? Tell me about it with a comment!
I’ll admit: over the past few months, I haven’t always made the healthiest of decisions when it comes to eating. I love cheeseburgers (rare and juicy, with avocado slices on top–yum!), and there are just some days when I really crave a sweet dessert before bed. General Tso could conquer my appetite any night of […]