Lisa P's comments

Treating Hip Dysplasia - Blog Entry

23 May 2006 07:20 PM

Great information! I never realized it before, but some dog food makers offer special blends for large breed adult dogs that include glucosamine and condroiton in them. Here we were giving our girl Osteo Bi-Flex every morning!

Emergency Preparedness For Pets - Blog Entry

23 May 2006 06:54 PM

What a responsible article! Thank you for helping to make people aware that emergencies are when our pets need us the most.

Excuse This House - Blog Entry

23 May 2006 06:51 PM

Here-here! Well said and well done! I agree completely. I finally gave up trying to constantly clean. I received a huge wicker basket with baby items in it as a shower gift. I'd often wondered what I could do with the basket. I recently found my answer. When my son goes to bed and the dogs settle down, I do a single sweep through the house with the big basket. Everything on the floor goes into the basket: baby's toys, dogs' toys, dishes, cups, utensils, books, everything! Then I make one stop at the kitchen sink, another at the bookshelf, and a final stop at the toybox. Then I can settle down and relax in a clean home for about 10 minutes before I fall asleep!

The Sopranos Stars - Real Life Dramas - Blog Entry

21 May 2006 07:12 PM

So does art imitate life or life imitate art? Perhaps this is the reason these actors are so believable in their roles on the Sopranos. Their believability is what compels us to continue to tune in.

Jeremy Irons: Elegant English Thespian - Blog Entry

21 May 2006 07:09 PM

I just saw him in "Elizabeth I" (Free on Comcast, On Demand). He was absolutely brilliant as the Earl of Leicester, Queen Elizabeth I's lifelong love. In the movie, Kingdom of Heaven, I could have done with much more of him and much less Orlando Bloom. I think he's absolutely brilliant!

The New Model for Family Websites - Journal Entry

14 May 2006 06:23 AM

What a great description! I love Mysite (http://my.families.com/cocotbo/).

Lemonade Recipes - Blog Entry

14 May 2006 06:10 AM

I've used something similar to your "Best Lemonade" recipe all my life. there is nothing like homemade lemonade! years ago, I started making it with Splenda and it is still just as good.

Cooking With Your Kids - Blog Entry

14 May 2006 06:08 AM

My son always wants to help when I cook (he's 19 months old). Last month, he made his first Marinara Sauce. (Ok, so he shook the seasonings in until I told him to stop, but he loved it!) This month, he made Apple Crisp. (Well, I measured and he poured and stirred.) He also helped me tenderize chicken. The meat tenderizer was a bit heavy for him but he loved the pounding.

I agree, I think hands-on learning in the kitchen is really important for kids. It is also important for us to teach our kids how to take care of themselves when they grow up - teaching them how to prepare their own food properly is part of that.

The New Cleaning Product I Thought I HAD to Have - Blog Entry

14 May 2006 05:59 AM

OK, agree with you on the lint roller issue, but I love this product and I have to tell you why - my son. Whenever I vacuum or do any housework, he wants to help. I used to let him Swiffer(original) the kitchen floor but since we moved, we have carpeting everywhere. The CarpetFlick was a Godsend because at 19 months, he's just not strong enough to handle the vacuum (although he tries). So I bought the CarpetFlick specifically for him. When I put it together, I only put enough of the handle together so that it was the perfect height for him.

Now when my son leaves crumbs on the floor, I simply ask him to clean them up and he gets his CarpetFlick and does the job!

This isn't adult cleaning equipment but I love it for my son!

Provolone and Roasted Pepper Panini - Blog Entry

13 May 2006 05:37 PM

Yum! A George Foreman Grill can do this job too. It will roast your sliced peppers quickly and easily as well as press the bread. Great tool to have in the kitchen. I've got one and I can't wait to try this recipe!