Summer Pasta

by Chrysa SmithI don't know about you, but except for the year-round desire for a good burger or steak, I change up my summer menus.Lots of them involve salad bases; especially since I had an especially good and tasty crop of lettuce this year. But salads everyday? Nah. So, I've gone looking for another base and re-discovered pasta.Most folks eat theirs hot, or in a cold macaroni salad that consists of a tub [...]

2018-10-30T09:51:18-04:00June 21st, 2012|1 Comment

Under $50 Buys You–Colorful Handbags!

This week, we're back at T.J. Maxx for our latest finds--fabulous brightly colored handbags just in time for summer! These Big Buddha "Ariel" style bags retail for $95.00. (Click here to see a link.) T.J. Maxx price--$39.99! They're bright, roomy, and have a shoulder strap as well as double handled grips. A fun bag sure to make you smile. Thanks, T.J. Maxx!

2018-10-30T09:51:18-04:00June 20th, 2012|0 Comments

The Secret to a 31 Year Marriage

By: Mary Fran BontempoTo hear an audio version of this post, click the play arrow below.I don’t remember exactly what I was doing, but the conversation went something like this:My husband, Dave: “Are you enjoying yourself?”Me: “I don’t know; is this bugging you?”Dave: “Pretty much.”Me: “Then I’m enjoying myself.”June 20, 2012 marks 31 years of wedded bliss for my hubby and me. Of course, after 31 years, “wedded bliss” is a relative term, [...]

2018-10-30T09:51:19-04:00June 19th, 2012|6 Comments

Movie Madness for Father’s Day!

By: Mary Fran BontempoLet’s face it, when it comes to movies, guys and gals have different tastes. While the ladies will line up for a good rom-com, it’s car chases and explosions that get the guys’ juices flowing.Since Sunday is Father’s Day, this week in entertainment, NRFGP is featuring a few films for Dad—with a little “eye candy” the ladies will enjoy, too! With some available for purchase and some new in theaters, [...]

2018-10-30T09:51:19-04:00June 15th, 2012|0 Comments

More Down the Shore

by Chrysa SmithIf you haven't been 'down the (NJ) Shore', as the locals say, well--put it on your 'to do' list. Surprising to many non-area dwellers, the NJ Shore has some of the best beaches in the country. And I just spent the past week there soaking up some rays and trying a few new things worth sharing.Zumba. If you're an advocate (like me), you'll find one of the better classes I've ever [...]

2018-10-30T09:51:19-04:00June 14th, 2012|0 Comments
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