Hey there! Long time, no chat. I’m back into my groove after an excellent looong weekend with family and friends. When I last left you, I was reconnecting with my best friend Sam. The morning of Fourth of July, we woke up bright and early (thanks, time zones) and got the party started with some […]
Tag: Mama Bender
Indulge Me
As is usual when I go home to Arizona, both Papa and Mama Bender pulled out all the stops for some delicious homemade meals. I like to think that my being there has some influence on their menu selections, but in reality they are just great chefs. First up, Mama Bender made homemade French onion […]
Mama B.
Happy Mother’s Day! I love any time I get to spend with my mom. This time of year is extra special because I was born on the Saturday before Mother’s Day, and sometimes my birthday even falls on the holiday. It makes it doubly fun to celebrate when my mom is the reason I’m here […]
Mountain Magic Mania
They knew what they were doing when they named it Mountain Magic. It was a golf tournament unlike any other! I had fond memories from last year, but being able to experience the fun, challenge and excitement all over again was a real treat. And it was extra special because this year…we came out of […]
Mountain Magic Reprise
Does this look like a pair ready to conquer a golf tournament? Not sure about that, but we’re definitely ready to conquer something. Oh, and I may not have been ready for the first photo. I was too excited about my Kanye West sunglasses. 🙂 Tonight marked the kickoff event for this year’s Mountain Magic […]
Keep Calm And Eat A Cupcake
Sometimes in life, you just need to keep calm and eat a cupcake. A strawberry shortcake cupcake from Swirlz, to be exact. And while you’re at it, you may as well see what else they have to offer. Twixie is a good example. Chocolate cake, shortbread cookie, salted caramel buttercream and caramel drizzle. Check all […]
Happy Birthday, Mama Bender!
Someone is turning 25 today… Okay, maybe not 25, but she sure does dance like it. 🙂 The incredible Mama Bender is celebrating her birthday today. I wish I could be there to sing and make a grass-fed meal in person, but look forward to doing just that when we come for Thanksgiving a few […]
Grass-Fed Family
Hello and happy Sunday! Hope you have been enjoying a fabulous weekend. 🙂 I may be back in Chicago now, but the last few days at home with my family in Arizona were packed with excitement. It all started with a Saturday morning hike up Pinnacle Peak, complete with a self-timed photo at the highest […]