Category Archives: Family

If you like Arnold Sandwich Thins…

If you like Arnold Sandwich Thins like I do, (100 calories, 1 gram of fat, 4 grams of protein, and 5 grams of Fiber – tasty too!) than you are going to LOVE Arnold Artisan Ovens Flatbread! (140 calories, 3 gram of fat, 5 grams of protein, and 8 grams of Fiber – tasty too!) [...]

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How does an apple a day keep the doctor away?

It is Apple season – woo hoo! My kids are looking forward to their annual apple picking date with their Nana & Poppy. I am looking forward to eating the fresh apples they pick. For now I will keep eating those from the grocery store. Do you buy your apples at the grocery store, farm [...]

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Vibram FiveFingers = almost barefoot

When I wear them, people say… “WHAT ARE THOSE on your feet?” I often respond, “My UGLY bare-feet” These shoes are my Vibram FiveFingers! Vibram FiveFingers is different than any other footwear on the planet. Not only do they bring you closer to your environment, FiveFingers deliver a number of positive health benefits—by leveraging all [...]

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Zoku

Not sure if you have wandered past William-Sonoma lately, but right in the front of the store they are featuring a bright display for the Zoku Quick Pop Maker. To me this looks like a great idea, what a neat way to make cool treats at home in minutes! Just a few of my thoughts… [...]

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Geocaching – have you tried it?

What is Geocaching? Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support [...]

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Run, Play, Swim or Slide for Fun or Fitness

It is summer in Rochester and the kids are finished with school for this year!  Time to play, play, play!  I am not sure about you but my kids love to be busy! Our summer is filled with lots of fun including camping, geocaching, swimming, going to the lake, summer camp, Vacation Bible School,  golfing/driving [...]

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Rochester area Farm Markets

Let me know what you think about the Farm Markets in our area. Which  is your favorite?  Did I miss any? Sunday *Scottsville Farmers Market 1800 Scottsville-Chili Rd., at Ice Arena Sunday 9am – 1pm June 29 – October 5 Sal and Shelly Gorino (585) 889-1817 *Brockport Farmers Market Market St., at corner of Main [...]

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Men for Women Now – The Noreen Fraser Foundation

I saw this on Kathie Lee & Hoda this morning… Jack Black Saves some Boobs! Jack Black gives himself a mammogram to show how easy it is. Men for Women Now – The Noreen Fraser Foundation

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U-Pick Fresh Fruit!

My kids ask me all year to take them to  “U-Pick.”  We are ready and waiting this year.  Below is a list of farms in the Rochester area.  If I missed any of your favorites, let me know! Bauman’s Farm Market (Penfield, NY) strawberries Brown’s Berry Patch (Waterport, NY) Burnap’s Farm Market (Sodus, NY) Strawberries, [...]

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Hula Hooping to Hoop Dancing

Hooping vs. Hula Hooping? Hooping is way more fun than the hula hooping you remember as a child, because the bigger and heavier the hoop, the slower it rotates around your body. This means that even if you think you can’t hoop, with one of these hoops, you can! Everybody can hoop, regardless of age, [...]

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