Monthly Archives: August 2012

Wordless Wednesday – A Little Girl Can Dream, Can’t She?

Posted on 08/29/2012 by Debra Rutt

While on vacation at the Jersey Shore last week, we had our own sort of afternoon “tea time” out on our condo’s balcony – except for this mama it was a glass of boxed wine (I love Bota Box!), while … Continue reading →

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Snack Attack – Pudding!

Posted on 08/28/2012 by Debra Rutt

I’ve always love the simple pleasures of a bowl of pudding.  It was one of my favorite snacks as a kid.  Back then my mom would make the pudding from little box packets, combine with milk and heat on the stove.  Then it … Continue reading →

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My Love-Hate Relationship With Vacation

Posted on 08/22/2012 by Debra Rutt

I love vacations!  They’re my number one way to de-stress, re-charge and spend some quality time with people I care about and do things that my family really enjoys doing. I also hate vacations!  Leading up to the actual vacation … Continue reading →

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The Sounds Of Summer

Posted on 08/20/2012 by Debra Rutt

Oh the joys of summer!  As we get ready for our annual beach vacation, I’m making sure that The Hubs is loading up the iPod with lots of great music to help set the mood.  Chances are most people have … Continue reading →

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Things I Can’t Say…Or Else I’d Be In Big Trouble

Posted on 08/15/2012 by Debra Rutt

I don’t know if it’s because I’m in desperate need of a vacation (I’m counting down the days, hours, minutes and seconds until our annual beach trip) or if the excessive heat and humidity we’re having this summer has done … Continue reading →

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Back To School: Making A List & Checking It Twice

Posted on 08/13/2012 by Debra Rutt

Though summer’s here for a few more weeks, back to school season is in full swing. Last weekend The Hubs and I took our son shopping for the items on his kindergarten supply list.  I was thankful that his school … Continue reading →

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Charmed, I’m Sure…..

Posted on 08/10/2012 by Debra Rutt

I’ve never been much of a jewelry person, but I’ve always loved charm bracelets. When I was a little girl I used to sneak into my mom’s black lacquered jewelry box and try out all her different gold charm bracelets.  … Continue reading →

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The “Grill-More” Girls – Bone In Pork Chops

Posted on 08/09/2012 by Debra Rutt

This week, this “Grill-More” Girl is serving up some grilled tasty grilled pork chops! Pork is a popular menu item these days.  It’s a lean meat and has a mild flavor that blends perfectly with many flavors and seasonings.  Pork … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday: A Party To Dye For

Posted on 08/08/2012 by Debra Rutt

This weekend we celebrated my son’s 5th birthday with his friends and it was a real blast from the past! No offense to places such as Chuck E Cheese, Bounce U or Screaming Parties, but I always like to something … Continue reading →

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We’re Having A Party….The Party Works Review

Posted on 08/06/2012 by Debra Rutt

My kids birthdays are a huge deal. To me, there is no greater joy than seeing the excitement, happiness and love in my kidlets eyes when their big day comes and we’re celebrating! But as most parents know, sometimes planning … Continue reading →

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