
Want thick and creamy oats? Just add mashed avocado!
Ok, I know it sounds totally weird and sort of gross, but it gave my oatmeal the most amazing texture this morning. Plus, I love all of those healthy fats and protein. I added about a tablespoon along with a ripe banana, so I couldn’t taste it [...]

Meet my new internet girlfriends: Julie, Melissa, and Di!
It was so nice to finally meet these ladies in person after getting to know each of them online. It sort of felt like internet dating! Tonight, the four of us met for dinner and drinks at Kiku Yama. For dinner, I ordered two rolls: [...]

I love love, so here’s a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, which is right around the corner!
In 2009 and 2010, I hosted a Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt on Carrots ‘N’ Cake. Both were a big hit, so I’ve decided to do it again this year! One lucky reader will win a Valentine’s [...]

Last night, Mal made me watch this documentary: I was not pleased because I was in the middle of watching a documentary about the Amish, but Mal “promised” that I would like it. (FYI: The documentaries on Netflix Instant are pretty awesome. I’m a little obsessed.) Video games aren’t usually my thing, so, of course, [...]

Sometimes, Murphy’s persistence pays off, like when he wants to sit on Dad’s lap. Or dress up as a lobster for Halloween. But, sometimes, Murphy’s persistence does not pay off, like when he wants to play with the cool kids. Or when Dad uses his prized stick as kindling for the fire. Tonight was one [...]