I mentioned that I was starting a volunteer project…and it’s to be the media representative, for PurpleStride New York City 2012, which will raise money and awareness for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. As I’m trying to get my “ducks in a row” as it concerns the materials/resources I…
Reblogging for obvious, personal reasons. I know everyone has a cause that is near and dear to their heart but I urge you read MAB’s post because it truly is terrifying how little awareness and funding there is for pancreatic cancer. Also, PanCan unlike other cancer “awareness” organizations *cough*susangkomen* cough* utilizes most of its funds for research—something that will truly make an impact.
And if you think pancreatic cancer isn’t something relevant to you? My mom had absolutely none of the risk factors for it and yet she died 5 short months after being diagnosed.
EFFIE TRINKET
HER TRIBUTES AREN’T THE ONLY THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO THIS SEASON.
With a keen eye towards cutting edge trends and a willingness to break boundaries, Capitol-born style icon and District 12 Escort Effie Trinket has been a fashion pioneer since…
Please Momo!!!!
Every holiday, my mom whips up a gigantic pot of Crab and Corn Bisque. To put the experience in simple terms, it’s heaven. Well color me surprised when I found out our beloved family recipe is in fact from Weight Watchers and isn’t bad for you. I mean look, I think you all know I don’t care all…
Okay…we can do this!
I love the snow, but sadly when I took Ollie out earlier the snow hitting his face was freaking him out, and the stroller was not an option. So other than a few minutes out in the backyard with him to snap some photos, I was inside all day.
As soon as we were done eating dinner tonight I left Phil with the baby bedtime ritual (which he usually does anyway), and headed out for a walk. It was gorgeous, and quiet, and icy, and freezing! Careful if you have to walk or drive anywhere!
I am really not great at taking night photos, but I had fun out there. As much as I love my child, being cooped up in the house alone with him all day can be exhausting. And yes, we do need to take our christmas lights down, but for now I am glad they were up.
I am so thankful this evening, for all the obvious things yes, but also for a warm place to sleep tonight. A car that handles well in the snow. Another day off of work tomorrow to spend with Oliver. All of the people that are also lazy and haven’t taken their lights down, they all made my walk just that much more beautiful.
For my Seattle son! Hope you make your airplane tomorrow!
Whole Wheat Tortellini Chicken Soup
Add a side of sliced oranges, and you’ve got the perfect cure for a cold and blustery day!
Players:
- 1 onion- sliced
- 1 clove garlic- minced
- 2 cups baby spinach- sliced
- 1 large can tomatoes- drained and chopped
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 package pasta- cooked per instructions in salted water
- 1 rotisserie chicken (precooked)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper to taste
How to Play:
- Heat oil in large pot over medium heat.
- Saute onions until soft.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add broth, water, and chicken. Simmer for 10-20 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta and spinach and cook another 2 minutes.
- Salt, pepper, and red pepper to taste.
Enjoy!
Tomorrow?
Bon Appetit’s 2012 Food Lover’s Cleanse: 14 days of healthy recipes for breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner, and dessert.
A nice resource for healthy recipe inspiration
For momo…a cleanse for you
