Children's toys have changed significantly since my childhood.  Operation was once a high tech toy.  I'll shamelessly admit, I still love this game with the annoying buzzing sound!  Its a happy childhood memory that I love. Battery powered and electronic toys can be fun.  But why not give…

Family traditions come in all sorts.  We are a rather active bunch at our house.  More from my prodding than anything else. As the weather has warmed, we have enjoyed going to the local community market on Saturday mornings.  We can pick up our local bread, jams/jellies and produce each week.  It…

Meyer Lemons Lemons are a favorite of mine.  I love anything with lemon flavor.  Lemons make dressings, drinks and desserts wonderful.  Myer Lemons are my most favorite.  When I see them at the market, its something that I can't pass.  I first fell in love with them when trying out a recipe…

My limited amount of time for shopping sometimes makes it more of a chore than something fun.  When I am shopping, it is normally in a hurry.  Once a year, I take off and go to Mistletoe Marketplace with two of my dearest friends.  Outside of that, I go the express route. Online shopping does mak…