Author Archives: Brenda

About Brenda

Mom to a preschooler with T1D. Paralegal. Swiftie. Xennial. Grizzlies and Tigers. Pilates and Peloton. Books and fanfic. 901 / 305 ← Older posts Newer posts →

Homemade Salsa

Posted on July 8, 2010

Adapted from a recipe on Cooks.com and a recipe I made at a knife skills class at L’Ecole Culinaire… 4 large tomatoes1 green bell pepper1 medium onion1 clove garlic1 jalapeno1/4 cup fresh cilantro1/8 cup lime juice (original called for 1/4 … Continue reading →

Posted in food

Decor Talk

Posted on July 7, 2010

There’s been a lot of redecorating and revamping at my house lately. As all homeowners know, the to-do list never really ends. Aside from possibly remodeling my master bathroom, and even less possibly replacing my carpet with laminate flooring (neither … Continue reading →

Posted in domestic

Let Freedom Ring

Posted on July 6, 2010

Independence Day is my favorite holiday. (My second-favorite is Thanksgiving. Not sure if I should be concerned about preferring the patriotic holidays to the faith-based ones. :P) I’ve thrown many 4th parties. This year, with big changes going on, I … Continue reading →

Posted in celebrate, family, friends, movies

June Book List

Posted on July 1, 2010

I’ve been posting monthly book roundups at my more private blog for years. So why not share them here? :) The Book of Lost Things by John ConnollyRecommended (and loaned) to me by my brother-in-law Lance. Like the original fairy … Continue reading →

Posted in book reviews, reading

Peachy The Driving Cat

Posted on June 30, 2010

My two cats have always been interested in roaming around in my garage. But until recently, the floor was covered with glass and metal shards and who knew what else, and it was too dangerous and dirty for them. Now, … Continue reading →

Posted in cats
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