Somewhere between my late 30s and early 40s, my body started staging a quiet rebellion. I didn’t notice it all at once, but little by little, certain foods and drinks that I used to love stopped lovi…

Summer in the life of a youth pastor/ deacon/ director is hard. May's busyness leads into Graduate Recognition, Confirmation, Assemblies, and the last minute push & pull to make sure that reg…

I am preparing for our youth group mission trip that departs tomorrow (Saturday). While we don't have many students going this year, we still need all the snacks for the road trip and for our wee…

For over 100 years, the General Mills cereal "Wheaties" has been known as the breakfast of champions. Marketed by athletes and professional sports since the 30's, this has become a well…

Thanks to Kar's for providing samples for this post. All thoughts are my own. Whether you know me personally or have been following Mommy's Block Party for a long time, you are surely aware of…

Is this week getting you down? Maybe you did remember to through the chicken and veggies in the crackpot, but if Tuesday has caught you without dinner plans, it might be time to contemplate which tak…

🍀St. Patrick's Feast 🍀 Saint Patrick’s Day will always hold a special place in my life. As a graduation gift for myself after finishing my master's degree at Wake Forest, my best friend and …

In my elementary and teen years, spring break did not exist in our household.  School life on the Eastern Shore of Maryland started after Labor Day. We had a few teacher work days, federal holidays, …

Valentine's Day is this week! Have you found yourself out of time to make dinner reservations and plans? Do you not want to pay for an expensive Prix Fixe menu?

Have you ever heard of Pastina? Chances are, you've at least seen this viral dish floating around on social media. If you're Italian, you may have grown up with this dish. My grandmother was …

The juice craze has been around for a hot minute. People swear by juicing to get their weight down and their nutrients in, but juicing also doesn't give everything a body needs. Juicing removes t…

I have been rewatching one of my favorite tv shows. Partly out of boredom, partly of nostalgia, a particular episode stood out to me recently. The matriarch of the family, dying of cancer, spent some…

Do you ever just not want to cook? Sometimes in the summer, I'm just too hot, too tired from the heat, and don't want something heavy for meals. Sometimes, I need some quick summer snacks for…

Image Source With its rich and complex flavors, cognac is a luxurious spirit that demands a thoughtful approach to pairing. This sophisticated French brandy is crafted precisely and aged perfectly, ma…

Did holidays of your childhood include mixing bowls, sugar frostings, and warm cookies? I fondly remember the times spent baking in the kitchen with my grandparents. I know my mom baked, but I don…

Friends, I don't mean to alarm you, but it's nearing the Holiday season. It's time to take stock of your pantry and start your shopping lists! When was the last time that you checked your…

Back to School is exciting for the entire family, but not so much for the four legged pups in our lives. Most likely their summer has been filled with backyard play dates, cuddling during afternoon t…

Whether you visit a new city for the first time or the millionth time, there is always something exciting new to be learned and to see! While I've been to the city of Asheville several times, its…

The food scene in Asheville (North Carolina) is plentiful with staple and iconic restaurants, food trucks, breweries, farmers markets, and even tours. From Downtown Asheville to South Asheville, ther…

When it comes to culinary delights, appetizers are the show starters and, equally, the game changers. Your event can be anything, a casual family dinner, a festive party, or a formal dining event - a…