Mommy vs Daddy
In Illinois, my daughter and I went to the pool while my husband and son hung out in the room. There was another family in the pool when we arrived, … Continue reading Mommy vs Daddy
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Where the Streets Have No Names (or Four). (The Final Day of the Cross-Country Road Trip)
We drove into Massachusetts today. The Berkshires were gorgeous. The drivers on the Mass Turnpike were as advertised. Worcester smells funny (but different funny from Gary, Indiana). MetroWest Boston is … Continue reading Where the Streets Have No Names (or Four). (The Final Day of the Cross-Country Road Trip)
King of the Road. (Day 7 of the Cross-Country Road Trip, with Guest Blogger Maurice the Cat)
I’m pleased to welcome Maurice, our 14-year-old cat, as a guest blogger on Imperfect Happiness. He’s written for our family’s holiday newsletter several times (in his popular column, “Kitty Korner”), … Continue reading King of the Road. (Day 7 of the Cross-Country Road Trip, with Guest Blogger Maurice the Cat)
How Can I Not Like Coldplay? This is How. (Day 6 of the Cross-Country Road Trip)
Toledo, Ohio, to Cleveland, Ohio Driving time: 1 hour 48 minutes After our recent all-day driving times, this under-two-hours day felt like a trip across town. We didn’t need to … Continue reading How Can I Not Like Coldplay? This is How. (Day 6 of the Cross-Country Road Trip)
“Have the Rolling Stones Killed”: XM Radio on Day 5 of the Cross-Country Road Trip
Peru, Illinois, to Toledo, Ohio Driving time: 6 hours and something Highlights: Gorging myself at a cookout with my in-laws and watching my kids wrestle their uncles. Determining that Gary, … Continue reading “Have the Rolling Stones Killed”: XM Radio on Day 5 of the Cross-Country Road Trip
I Love Iowa! (Day 4 of the Cross-Country Road Trip)
Omaha, Nebraska, to Peru, Illinois Driving time: 5+ hours Most of our driving time today was spent in Iowa. We drove the length of the state along I-80, only stopping … Continue reading I Love Iowa! (Day 4 of the Cross-Country Road Trip)
Cross-Country Road Trip, Day 3: It’s a Jungle in There
Ogallala, Nebraska, to Omaha, Nebraska Day 3 driving time: 4 hours 45 minutes, with no stops Nebraska Facts: Nickname: The Cornhusker State Largest City: Omaha, pop. 438,646 (also the largest … Continue reading Cross-Country Road Trip, Day 3: It’s a Jungle in There
Cross-Country Road Trip, Day 2: Pants Across America
Green River, Wyoming, to Ogallala, Nebraska Driving Time for Day 2: 6 hours 39 minutes Nebraska facts: I’ll add these to Day 3’s post…tomorrow will be all Nebraska “My father … Continue reading Cross-Country Road Trip, Day 2: Pants Across America
Cross-Country Road Trip, Day 1: Welcome to Wyoming!
Salt Lake City, Utah, to Green River, Wyoming Driving time for Day 1: 2 hours and 30 minutes Wyoming facts: Population: 544, 270 (50th in the country) Land Area: 97,100 … Continue reading Cross-Country Road Trip, Day 1: Welcome to Wyoming!
Super-Secret Vegetarian Lasagna. Part Two: Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free
This one has the approval of vegans and dairy-eaters alike, but if you eat gluten and dairy (and love lots of cheese), also check out my Super-Secret Vegetarian Lasagna! I … Continue reading Super-Secret Vegetarian Lasagna. Part Two: Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free
Week 43 Review: Smoothies to Spare
The packers come tomorrow. Yikes. We’ve been eating down our inventory in our cupboards, fridge, and freezer in preparation for our move. Which means there’s room in my freezer for … Continue reading Week 43 Review: Smoothies to Spare
Super-Secret Vegetarian Lasagna. Part One: The One I Can’t Eat
For you gluten-free and/or dairy-free types, check out my Super-Secret Gluten-Free Vegan Lasagna! I always loved my mom’s lasagna when I was a kid. Then I grew up and became … Continue reading Super-Secret Vegetarian Lasagna. Part One: The One I Can’t Eat
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