Pampers All Wet after Dry Max Fiasco »
Viral marketing and word-of-mouth buzz can serve as a powerful, positive influence that can launch an otherwise undiscovered product into the stratosphere of public consciousness – but when viral and word-of-mouth turn against a brand, the consequences can be devastating.
Read more...Your online profile: how to get a good headshot »
Recently, I had a new headshot taken by Aimee Giese of Greeblemonkey. My last professional photograph was taken in 2006 and I had been using a picture a friend took two years ago in all my online profiles. I was way overdue for an update.
Read more...Chunky Beef & Corn Chili »
National Chili Day is in a few days, on February 25. It’s a great time to cook up some hearty beef chili recipes, courtesy of The Beef Checkoff.
Read more...Never Too Young for Cooking Classes »
Last Saturday, my daughter Emilee had the pleasure of participating in a cooking class just for kids at Henrietta’s Table in The Charles Hotel, Cambridge, MA. I was very much in favor of this lesson due to the fact that I am expecting and at 7 months along, I need someone else to start picking up the dinner slack! Though a little on the older side at 12, she relished in the fact she was tall enough to see over every other child’s head. This particular class was packed, with 18 little sous chefs crowded around, fingers in dough.
Read more...Valentine’s Day appetizer – Honey Champagne Fondue »
What could be sweeter than honey for your honey or more celebratory for Valentine’s Day than champagne? The Honey' Board’s recipe for this decadent fondue combines both. A fondue pot makes a romantic gift for the foodie in your life, too!
Read more...Valentine’s Day family breakfast – “Love Bug” Cinnamon Pancakes »
What says love more than pancakes? Seriously, don’t you feel like a great mom when you cook up a stack for the kids? I know I do! Since Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday this year, make it special for all the family with this pancake recipe from McCormick, the spice folks.
Read more...Fighting the advertising/affiliate program tax in your state »
I’ve had a couple of busy weeks emailing my state representatives about Colorado HB-1193, the advertising tax that affects bloggers and website owners who work with affiliate programs like Overstock.com or Amazon. Even if you’re not a Colorado blogger, you should pay attention because other states are planning to enact similar bills: Alabama, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota and Tennessee.
Read more...Tips for healthy Super Bowl snacking and a weight wise chili recipe »
Everyone loves Chili, and now here's a recipe that is weight and health conscious.
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