After choosing my reception hall, I still felt stressed because I had to choose a caterer to fill the room with delicious cuisine that was elegant and within my budget. Luckily, I was able to book a magnificent caterer that had experience with various wedding locations and was voted the best in Utah. They were even given the tastiest dessert award by the New York Times in a nationwide contest. Their staff was organized, friendly to me and my guests, and a perfect fit in my reception hall. If you are looking for excellent Salt Lake City wedding catering, I would definetely recommend them for your event. You won’t be disappointed; I wasn’t!

So I’ve taken to gardening recently and I love it! So many great veggies and fruits…and it really cuts down on the grocery bills. What I love is the pride of growing my own food to put on my table…it gives me a sense of accomplishment. The only thing I can’t stand is the mosquitos. I bought a mosquito hat the other day though, which has helped me combat my foes.

I can’t wait for squash at thanksgiving!

One issue that affects hundreds of American families every year is adoption. I think it’s such an amazing process! It seems that for every unplanned pregnancy, there is an adoptive family waiting with arms open.

I think the only thing that hinders the process is the cost and the red tape. One family I know is going through the adoption process and they have been overjoyed with the child that will come into their lives.

Have any experiences you’d like to share? Post a comment!

I have a buddy that introduced me to a new product that I’m pretty sure will become a staple in my fridge. Its a drink that’s being touted as a “mood enhancing energy supplement.” I’ve been pretty sick of the recent redbull energy drink craze (all those drinks have got is caffeine), but I needed a pickup and wanted something healthy too. So despite being a little skeptical, I tried Goyin for a while and really felt more positive and energetic. The blend of ingredients they’ve got working in there is doing something right.

Besides, whose wife couldn’t use some “mood enhancement”?

Kathy, our toddler, was playing on a chair near our dinner table and knocked off a china plate that I inherited from my grandmother. When it hit the ground it shattered beyond repair. I have the entire rest of the set, and it broke my heart! I think poor Kathy felt really bad.

I thought I was at a loss until my friend mentioned this great website that sells china replacement pieces. I guess they have a huge warehouse with all kinds of china styles and brands and makes. I’m going to look them up to see if they have a replacement piece for my home. You can even sell your old china and crystal if you’d like

I’m a sucker for tabloids. For some reason, I care about celebrities lives. When Dustin Diamond, for example, was found using a weight loss pill, I took immediate interest. Why should I care though? As though he knows more about weight loss than anybody else. Sometimes I think America sees celebrieties as superhumans.

When I was driving last week I got a traffic ticket that I’m pretty upset about. The moron cop pulled over 8 of us at the same time for the same offence (driving in the breakdown lane to reach an exit about 50 feet away to reduce some of the traffic congestion)

Anyways, I went to pay the citation on the phone today and the RMV left me on hold FOREVER! I can’t believe how bad it was. And the message was so irritating. I think they should use one of those creative on hold messages that make waiting more bearable. Finally the girl got on the line and she sounded liked she hated her job as much as I hated being on hold.

I was happy to just pay the stupid thing and be on with it. No more breakdown lane driving for me.

Unless the cops aren’t looking.

One great thing about America is the abundance of opportunities available to its citizens to choose from different types of jobs. Travel and work is a great combination - it’s great to see the country and get paid to do it.

There are many industries where you can travel and work - everything from blue to white collar work. If you’re a businessman, oftentimes business trips are required to meet with other offices, clients, etc. While this may be a good option for some, the open road calls to others.

Trucking is a great career path because the pay is good, and the work combines travel with business, but on a more relaxed level. While there are deadlines to meet, and stressful situations to deal with, you don’t have to deal with the hassles of security at airports, or renting cars, or finding transportation to your meetings. You can see the country on your company’s dime, and get paid to do it.

If you’re looking to get into the trucking industry, it’s not hard to find a Swift trucking job. Just look online, and the jobs are everywhere. Isn’t America great?

Never much an enthusiast of anything outdoors, I was a bit hesitant when my husband suggested we have a garden…okay, more like stubborn and heavily opposed.  A garden?  Who needs a garden when there is a supermarket right up the street?  But after a little persistent and even enlisting my kids, he convinced me it would be both economical and encourage us to eat healthier. 

I guess I have to eat my words because having a garden has actually been great!  Not only do we have vegetables at a fraction of the cost, but they taste absolutely delicious.  And it has really taught my children responsibility.  In fact, they seem to actually enjoy working in the garden.  Imagine that.  And having the garden has been even been slightly therapeutic for me; working out there it gives me the very rare opportunity of alone time and allows me to feel a sense of accomplishment.

I found a fabulous website, the Helpful Gardener, chock full of great gardening tips and advice.  And for all you gardeners that have the problem of pesky pests, like I do, I would highly recommend using a mosquito hat; a wide brimmed bucket hat with netting that covers your face and neck.  I admit, not the most attractive head piece, but certainly the most functional!  Happy Gardening!

It’s no secret that America suffers from a seemingly pandemic epidemic of pudginess. The number of overweight individuals has skyrocketed in the last few years, as has the billion dollar weight loss industry. If you are trying to shed some of those pounds, try these dieting tips to help you get on track to being healthy, happy, and fit!

Write It Down – Be diligent in keeping a daily journal of your weight and everything you eat. Weigh yourself in the morning when you can get an accurate reading of your weight. Keeping track of what you eat will allow you to examine and adjust your serving portions and caloric intake. Even the most minor and seemingly insignificant amount of weight loss can serve to be a great motivator.

Make It Known – Telling family and close friends about your diet can be not only a source of support, but can make you accountable!

Diet Pills – When used properly, a weight loss supplement can help you lose weight. Make sure to couple any supplements with a healthy diet and proper exercise to facilitate your weight loss. Do your homework and find a pill that works for you.

Don’t Forgo Your Social Life – There will without doubt be times when you will not be able to keep to your diet, such as an outing for a business meeting or a friend’s birthday dinner at a favorite restaurant. Don’t avoid these events just because of your diet; just remember, everything in moderation.

Make Friends - Join a support group or online community of other individuals trying to lose weight; people who can empathize and share experiences with you may be your greatest source of support and motivation.