We live too far from the beach for a day trip, so on Memorial Day around here, the neighborhood pools … continue reading

Lots of kids, including mine, get the occasional bug to make or sell something, whether it’s beaded jewelry, cookies or … continue reading

Besides your children being healthy and happy (and letting you sleep in, for once!), what would make your dreams come … continue reading

This Sunday the Mexican restaurants in town are likely to have overflowing, boisterous crowds as Americans flock to them to … continue reading

Recently I became obsessed with making the perfect fried egg sandwich. I asked everyone for his or her ideal recipe … continue reading

Last weekend for my birthday, I asked my family to join me in a neighborhood cleanup of the local park … continue reading

I appreciate the convenience of store-bought sauces, but when I have a little extra time I prefer to make my … continue reading

I don’t know if this sounds familiar, but around here, school lunches usually taste and look like they languished in … continue reading

Today is the first day of Passover, which is one of my favorite Jewish holidays. It usually coincides with the … continue reading

We try to eat seasonally at home, and by the end of winter we are usually ready for a break … continue reading