Daily Archives: May 30, 2012

What We’re Eating: Risotto Cakes

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
by Michael Tyrrell

p1030356 One of my favorite TV chefs and Italian cookbook authors is Biba Caggiano. Her series " Biba's Italian Kitchen" is not shown very often but if you see it listed, give it a try. Risotto is a specialty of Biba's and I use her Risotto Milanese... Read More >

Categories: Food & Recipes, What We're Eating

Underwear that shows up at your door — and a coupon code!

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood

IMG_6190_Vintage I know socks and ties are the ultimate lame Father’s Day gift. So I suspect that underwear is even worse. But I'm about to suggest them as a gift anyway. In my experience, men are not very interested in buying underwear.  In fact, I think my husband may still have a few pairs... Read More >

Categories: Family Tech with Christina

Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
by Irina Gonzalez

slowcookerapplecinnamonoatmeal3 As my fellow Slow Cooker Chronicles buddy, Heather, pointed out recently: we all have go-to recipes that we rely on. The recipes that we love so much that we just have to make over an over again. Obviously they're big hits with the family but, most of all, they're easy and delicious. My go-to recipe, for months now,... Read More >

Categories: Food & Recipes, Slow Cooker Chronicles

10 Gifts and Cards for Dad

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

DIY-Paperweight_bow-tie Father's Day is right around the corner and it's time to remind the dads in your life of all the reasons you love them. One of the things I like to do is include a handmade element, whether it's the gift itself or just a special touch in packaging. It's that extra little step that says you think they're worth it!

Categories: Crafts, Holidays

“My 15-Year-Old Son Has No Friends!”

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012
by Rosalind Wiseman

rosalind wiseman Teen parenting expert Rosalind Wiseman answers your tough questions. Q. My son is 15 and has no friends. He’s very shy and has become depressed and frustrated by his failure to be accepted. He stays home and spends all his time on the computer. I sent him to counseling but he said it... Read More >

Categories: Health, Parenting Advice by Rosalind Wiseman, Parenting Teens & Tweens