Ever since I’ve been small (okay I’m still small but growing fast) I would see Jersey Mike wrappers on the table and think nothing of them. That was until I had my first Jersey Mike sub! The other day daddy was at work so mommy, great grandpapa and great grandmama went out for lunch and a little shopping. We met at Jersey Mike’s and that’s were it all began. Since I’ve started eating big people’s food, I knew they were going to let me try some of the subs. Just
Let’s not confuse the two holidays, Some Gave All and All Gave Some. In the United States, we have two special holidays which are not to be confused with each other. Memorial Day is a day to remember the brave men and women who died while serving in our country’s armed forces. Many people say, “Happy Memorial Day” but there is nothing happy about this day when so many loved ones lost their lives to keep others free. The other special holiday is Veterans Day which is observed every year on November 11. This holiday honors all military veterans
When cancer strikes it’s devastating to not only the patient but also to family and friends. When the doctors say all clear after treatment, joy and relief take over. But when you hear the news that the cancer has returned, it’s heartbreaking. This is a true story about my younger sister Nancy and one of her life long friends Judy. Nancy and Judy met when they were 5 or 6 years old, they are now in their early 60’s. Over 55 years they stayed close even though they were states
A few weeks ago I received notification that I was the winner of Chef Thomas Keller Signature Collection Steak Knife Set by Cangshan. I entered through Cangshan’s Instagram Mother’s Day contest and was so excited of the win since our old knives were almost 40 years old! When I received the four piece knife set I was impressed not only on the beauty of them but the quality and construction. The knife is comfortable to hold with the ergonomic handle and has a secure grip when cutting. The forged blade
Fresh, wild salmon season is here and there’s nothing more delicious (not to mention healthy) than a grilled or pan fried salmon fillet! Since wild salmon is seasonal, I like to buy it at the peak to make sure it’s the freshest with the widest variety. When I shop for salmon, I look for a fillet that is moist on both the skin and fish sides. There are different species of salmon, some with higher oil content which makes the salmon stronger with a richer flavor. Some salmon is farm