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What makes champagne so special?

2012-01-30T02:50:00.005-05:00

First of all, it is delicious! But it is not the only reason makes chmpagne special even it is most delicious wine ever made. Do you know about the history behind of the most beautiful beverge?A toast to champgne!Just click to read http://blog.wine.com/2011/12/a-toast-to-champagne/.Cheers!

Candies!!!!! Love is in the air!

2012-01-20T17:51:00.004-05:00

Who doesn't wanna a bite? Hmmm...yummy Black Forest Truffles from See's Candies :))All the candies look yummy on See's Candies website. Inside one gift box, you'll find dark and milk chocolates filled with rich chocolate butter, old-fashioned molasses chips, marzipan, chewy almond squares, buttery caramel, Bordeaux, crunchy California Brittle and much more...It sounds heavenly, doesn't it? :))

They look good..don't they?

2012-01-20T17:19:00.007-05:00

Want a vessel sink ? Bathrooms are the second most important room in your home! Vessel Sinks, Stone Sinks, Copper Sinks,Vessel Faucets, Kitchen Sinks For Every Bathroom And Kitchen DesignIf you're planning to remodel your bathroom, just click the links and enjoy the ideas!One of the more very important considerations with the booming bathroom redecorate advertised is without a doubt as well as

For herb & spice lovers

2012-01-20T16:46:00.007-05:00

Do You Use Herbs and Spices to Give Your Cooking a Fresh Twist?... If your answer is 'yes' you might want to take a look at these spice racks:))If you need to purchase kitchen spice racks & spice rack accessories shipped quickly and free ! Just check them out and choose one for yourself:) Also a spice rack might be a great gift for your loved ones. Have you ever thought of it?Do you prefer a

Being a horse person

2012-01-20T16:37:00.002-05:00

Guest post from: Kent LaraBeing a rider isn’t just a hobby, it’s a way of life. There are very few days that go by that I don’t do something big for my horses like going to the stables and riding them or buying them stuff on my Internet in Follet Texas or talking to trainers about the best way to break their steps. It’s funny because I know they don’t really appreciate it in the long run because,

A good friend and a glass of wine..enjoy!

2012-01-08T15:45:00.006-05:00

There’s nothing better than sharing a love of wine with someone you know well. Good wine is a must. Wine gifts are always popular, so make sure you have a back up plan if they should go out of stock or you can do it online too! You’ll find an even bigger selection of wine gifts if you search online. An excellent Chianti Classico !Isn't it a good suggestion:)) Cheers!Wine lovers know this very

Merry Christmas, y'all!

2011-12-25T03:18:00.003-05:00

Desperate Housewives

2011-12-18T02:29:00.003-05:00

Guest PostWritten by Vernon Lowe"I do not spend a lot of time watching tv, but there is one show that I never miss. I have been an avid watcher of “Desperate Housewives” since the first season. This show is the final season and I wanted to make sure I watched every episode. I thought the season was starting a week later than it actually was, so I missed the first episode. I was so mad! Then I

Time does fly!

2011-12-11T03:17:00.003-05:00

I was putting ornaments on the Christmas tree this morning while having a cup of coffee. Turned on my laptop and thinking of writing a post about The Steam Team and I remembered one of my posts I made for it. It was a year ago. It's Christmas time again but I am in Turkey now!Guys, time REALLY does fly! Doesn't it?'Early Morning AccidentI was enjoying having my coffee sitting on the couch and

Hmmmm..Isn't it nice?

2011-12-06T03:17:00.001-05:00

Which one do you like?modern kitchen design by san francisco architect WA designorcontemporary kitchen design by new york media and blogs Vendome PressIf you need kitchen remodeling ideas, checkout houzz! I'm pretty sure you'll find something you'd like!I would choose the first one.. beautiful!.. when I win the lottery:))

Fun Scrub Hats

2011-11-22T15:09:00.009-05:00

If you are in medical area, holiday prints of Blue Sky Scrub Hats will bring more fun for you this holiday. Choose one and enjoy it! http://www.blueskyscrubs.comnew..newholiday scrub hats!Blue Sky Scrub Holiday Hats bring more fun for people who work in medical area this season!you can WIN!!!Enter To Win Blue Sky Scrubs Shopping Spree Sweepstakes!winter essentials!Windsor Long Sleeved Crewneck

Between summer and winter..

2011-11-07T06:30:00.000-05:00

One of my favorite products of Panera Bread is 'Potato Soup'. Yesterday, I was thinking of it but since there is no Panera Bread in Izmir, I decided to make my own potato soup. We all realy liked it and I want to share this recipe with you guys.3 potatoes(peeled,cut in to 1-inch cubes)4 cups chicken broth2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon garlic powderCrushed red pepper

Planning my son's Halloween mummy costume

2011-10-20T16:06:00.001-04:00

Guest post written by Eloise PalmerIt's never too early to start planning for Halloween when you're a parent. I've learned from experience that you don't want to be the parent that doesn't have the right Halloween costume for your kid and has to buy whichever leftover costumes are still there. That happened to me last year and I thought that my son was going to never forgive me for it.This year I

Today's speciality and more chicken recipes!!!

2011-10-02T17:12:00.002-04:00

I took a look at my chicken recipes today and one chicken recipe caught my eye. It's one of our family favorites but since I started to work again, I haven't had much time to cook it :( So, I went to the grocery store, bought some ground chicken and made it as a Sunday's speciality. We all love chicken and are always looking for more chicken recipeshome style chicken burgeringredients2 lb ground

It has been a while...

2011-09-20T01:56:00.000-04:00

Since school's started and I started to work again, no time for blogging guys. Honestly, I miss my days full of cooking and blogging. I'm going trough another part of my life and it is different than last 10 years. Finding balance is not easy Anyway, w'all are OK. Big changes take time!Sometimes, I read a few blogs and maybe can't even visit them again for a few weeks. Sorry about that. But I

Summer Camp

2011-08-19T11:43:00.005-04:00

Contribution by Kennith Griffin Who in their right mind would want to run a summer camp? That’s what I should have been asking myself about 5 years ago when I bought this place but I didn’t and here I am, the owner of a fully functioning summer camp out in the Adirondacks. Don’t get me wrong, I love kids and being outdoors all the time but it’s been a big hassle getting through all the red tape

17 years old being together and married for 13 years....

2011-07-31T05:35:00.000-04:00

Hubby and I have been wearing our wedding rings since the day we got engaged. They are basic, yellow gold, square with a round cut stone and I love my ring.After I got an email from Bertie, I met Stephen Einhorn's website and got a chance to see their amazing engagement/wedding ring sets. I've been hanging around their lovely website, checking out those gorgeous rings, necklaces, bracelets,

shop online...shop online...shop online...

2011-07-22T15:12:00.004-04:00

Millions of people buy online every day without any problems. With a bit of commonsense and knowledge, you can avoid problems with ecommerce as well.Online shopping is easy and also fun. You can find the best deal when you're having your drink, in the comfort of your home. You don't have to worry about parking places, gas expences or wasting your time until you find exactly what you're looking

Ladies! I'm taking you shopping with me:))

2011-07-19T08:11:00.006-04:00

This city is hot! I'm trying not to tan more lately. As long as the AC is on, I enjoy trying on some new tops and I like seeing if clothes in my closet fit me:)By the way, I'll share Damart's website with you guys. If you like online shopping like me,Damart offers up to %70 off in their summer sale right now. Take a look at ladieswear on their site and especially check out the large range of

Pantry Recipe Box

2011-07-01T05:10:00.006-04:00

Where do you keep your recipes? I have a drawer which I only put my recipes in. Recently though, I saw a pantry recipe box on the Handpicked Collection Website and I've been thinking about it ever since. It's a good idea, isn't it? It’s also a great idea for a gift for loved ones/friends who love collecting recipes.The Handpicked Collection's Recipe Box doesn't come with a lock and key but it

Do your kids love jumping on the couch?

2011-06-26T17:18:00.000-04:00

Food and drink stains such as Gatorade, Kool-Aid, Fruit punch, Candy, syrup, wine..Ugh! Especially the old stains after cleaning come back... If you want your carpet/couch like brand new again, you might need a cleaning service.Are you looking for an environmentally responsible cleaning service for your upholstery and your carpet? If you're living in Austin-Texas area, I'd like to introduce 'The

Just wanted to share that shot with you guys!

2011-06-23T04:23:00.004-04:00

Love this combination:))It says so many things to me..Summer,happiness,harmony, love,good times...

Do you like romantic comedies???

2011-06-22T15:10:00.003-04:00

Selena Gomez's new movie, Monte Carlo! It is more like Lizzie Mc Guire though.I also think that this movie will be as amzing as that.The must see summer movie:)It will be in theaters July 1st!Grace (Selena Gomez) is an ordinary girl who becomes an accidental heiress when a summer trip to Paris turns into the fantasy of a lifetime. On a dream vacation, Grace, along with her best friend and

Ah, onion!

2011-06-16T06:02:00.001-04:00

I love preparing vegatables to cook, but not ONION!!!!

'As good as gold'

2011-06-05T01:27:00.005-04:00

Golden is a safe method when it comes to investments. The best thing about gold is that is very tough to manipulate its price, especially over time. Many people turn to gold bullion as an investment during though economic times.Most experts recommend allocating percentage of your assest in golden if you're a beginer in this game. They say 'start with 10%. 'This is the second time I'm writing and

Are you in medical field?

2011-06-04T12:33:00.001-04:00

If you are in the medical field, you might know about Blue Sky Scrubs. Their scrubs, scrub hats are made from the highest quality cotton fabrics, hundreds of designs, and made in USA.They serve scrub hats for the purpose of keeping doctors’ and nurses’ hair out of the way for the safety/protecting of patient. I know finding a hair in your salad is one thing..and finding one in a surgical incision

more pictures:))))

2011-05-30T08:12:00.008-04:00

Hope you all are doing well. I took those pics with my cell phone, I think it's better than my camera:)) Being on the 10th floor, brings a lovely view here but also the garden is just like heaven. The beauty of evening in Izmir Music was coming all the way to home from the cafeterias.. And..he was the one who got the couch and the laptop after that beautiful day! He

Up In The Air!

2011-05-11T02:30:00.001-04:00

After a 10 hour flight to Izmir, the heaven of Turkey!I thought I would cry after years when I saw my mom and my sisters,but it didn't happen.We laughed, giggled until morning that night.Just like years ago..Aria loves Izmir.He has been busy skateboarding, bowling,taking little trips around, making new friends...and of course he got spoiled by family:)I had a wonderful Mother's Day.Hope you guys

Premcrest Fair Trade Wholesale

2011-05-10T02:31:00.000-04:00

I'd like to introduce Premcrest Fair Trade Wholesale to you guys.Premcrest have 40 years experience in selling fair trade food and drink products. Hot drinks, cold drinks, chocolates&sweets, cakes, biscuits&snacks, fair trade coffee, organic tea, dry fruit, nuts and more. They offer a selection of fair trade certified products.Under 'Every Day Food' you will find fair trade products in cooking

The Egg Hunter!

2011-04-24T11:50:00.000-04:00

My son is a good hunter!But also I 'm a gooood hider!He's still looking for the last one:))))))

Thank you!!!

2011-04-19T11:09:00.005-04:00

I'd like to thank you all my dear readers, followers, blogger friends for your good support and interest in my blog. Since 2007, my blog has been a big part of my life. I have been enjoying sharing my recipes and experiences of the products I tried, hearing your feedback, introducing websites/companies I found or the companies who found me and wanted me to introduce their sites and products to

I love to learn new things..

2011-04-13T09:38:00.004-04:00

April is International Guitar Month! I just learned that and wanted to share with you guys:)))))So let's get out our guitars (if you have one or go out and find one) and strum a few chords.If you don’t know how to play guitar like me- but honestly I have always wanted to learn how to play guitar... isn't it a great time to give it a try????Happy Wednesday!!!

Printer ink, online shopping, rainy day ...

2011-03-31T13:23:00.002-04:00

My printer ink cartridge getting low on ink again?I can't believe how soon the printer ran out of ink. Hmmm...it's not hard to find out!Probably, my son printed Micheal Jackson photos again!!!I looked for cheap ink online.. Refilling inks can save more money than buying new one:)Even the best quality ink cartridge refill kit isn't going to help much if you don't know what you are doing when

Potato, Egg, Bacon Casserole

2011-03-28T12:21:00.001-04:00

(for 3)4 potatoes4 boiled eggs4 rashers turkey bacon1 cup milk1 tbsp butter2 tbsp flourThis easy recipe is totally a winner!Your family or guests will love it!Layer the sliced potatoes, sliced boiled eggs, and then the turkey bacon or regular bacon in a casserole dish. Prepare a white sauce with the rest of the ingredients and pour over dish. Cook in oven for about 25 min, until bacon is

Blue Sky Scrubs

2011-03-20T08:27:00.001-04:00

Have you ever heard of Blue Sky Scrubs? If you are in the medical field, you might know about their scrubs. Blue sky nursing scrubs, scrub hats are made from the highest quality cotton fabrics, hundreds of designs, and made in USA.They serve scrub hats for the purpose of keeping doctors’ and nurses’ hair out of the way for the safety/protecting of patient. I know finding a hair in your salad

Brussel sprouts taste so different now!

2011-03-15T11:01:00.002-04:00

If you don't like the flavor of brussel sprouts;Mix olive oil, garlic salt and a drizzle of vinegar together in a small bowl.Brush trimmed brussel sprouts with this mixture and grill them until soften...It gives brussel sprouts a whole new flavor!A slice of whole wheat bread and...watermelon!!!yum!;))))

Are you living in Austin area?

2011-03-07T13:17:00.003-05:00

Cuisinart - WAF-100 - 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker/CSN STORES Review

2011-03-04T13:10:00.001-05:00

CSN always impresses me by their fastest shipping. I ordered this waffle maker for review on Wednesday and I got my package next day! Unbelievable!!! My retired waffle maker is round. Cuisinart WAF 100 4 Slice Belgian Waffle Maker is large, square, has 4 deep pockets give you 4 waffles at a time. I prefer easy recipes in weekdays. But on weekends, I like to surprise my hubby and my son with a

Sunday..Sunday!!!

2011-03-01T14:16:00.000-05:00

A friend of ours stopped over yesterday. We had a fun conversation which I really needed lately..After a while he was busy on internet and said 'wish me luck'. He was so quiet. I'm bored, lol. I wondered what was he doing? Do you guys wanna know??? Online Casinos for USA Players!!! I've never tried any online casinos before. So it was pretty new to me!I didn't know about him that he is a skilled

Coffee Anyone ???

2011-02-27T10:06:00.001-05:00

I heard my dad's voice yesterday saying 'Yonca, yap bi kahve de içelim senin elinden'... It means 'I want to have a cup of coffee you would make'.He passed away 11 years ago..Turkish coffee was one of his favorite drinks.It's very strong coffee and we serve it with a glass of water. If any of you tasted it, you would know why we need water after we have it:)It brings a conversation, friendship,

Winter break, me, darker hair and upcoming CSN Stores Review:)

2011-02-24T15:27:00.005-05:00

Since winter break started we took a break of the morning rush! I wasn't alone on my morning walk;)Yesterday I received an email from lovely Jocelyn and another CSN Stores review is on the way!!!Most of you probably heard of CSN Stores where you can find almost whatever you need whether it be lights, fitness equipment, or even cute cookware!I wish he comes to the kitchen for help sometimes

Everybody loves CHOCOLATE!!!

2011-02-10T11:22:00.001-05:00

Mmmmm chocolate!Why do we all love chocolate? Is this the reason, chocolate is making us satisfied and overly happy every time we consume it? Is there a specific addictive chemical in it? Is it possibly that socially- because everybody is supposed to go nuts for chocolate?? Haha..I was just curious and searched why do we all end up liking it. Whatever the reason is, chocolate has so many benefits

Almost done!

2011-02-08T14:41:00.000-05:00

Popcorn shrimp(Aria was asking for it since yesterday), black beans with bell pepper(which I haven't made it all winter) and rice for dinner today!Who is coming over for dinner tonight??? I can happily add another plate to the table for you:)recipeSince we have been having a tough/cold winter, NBA Mini Jammer Basketball Hoop kept Aria active while he was stuck inside all winter.reviewYesterday

More snow?? Oh, no!

2011-01-31T12:57:00.004-05:00

Its now really cold and ice is everywhere. ... more snow possibly coming tonight.That swan on the canal in Lindenhurst breaking the ice, so we fed her some bread.It looked like she was TOTALLY enjoying the camera's:)Summer or winter, the sunsets are always beautiful here, on Long Island..Do you know what was the other thing that is happening this weekend?My new meetup groupLindenhurst

Winter Soup: A delicious bowl of health benefits!

2011-01-26T13:43:00.008-05:00

Still snowing here! I stopped watching snow since we got enough snow and storm in New York this year:( I know a way lighten up my day .. ..busy, busy in the kitchen making my winter soup to warm up all of us today! 2 potatoes1 big carrotI clove garlic(minced)1 onion2 celery stalks1 leek1 parsnip1 turnip lemon zest1 tbsp whipped butter1 tbsp flour1/2 cup milka handful of parsley-dill mix(chopped

A few pics!

2011-01-16T10:49:00.007-05:00

We 're having a tough winter here this year. A few pics from last week. Two people were walking their bikes through the snow. Wow, riding a bike on snow! I liked them enjoying the challenge of winter bike riding:) There was another challenge going on worth to watch in Aria's room.Lightsaber fight!At least sleepovers make long winter nights more enjoyable:)Then they were so quiet all of a a sudden

Asparagus& mushroom in olive oil (zeytinyaglı mantarlı kuskonmaz)

2011-01-09T12:47:00.001-05:00

I had some asparagus left in the fridge and cooked them in olive oil with mushroom, carrot and potato cubes.Half a bundle of asparagus (Snap off tough ends of asparagus)10 mushrooms(cut in half)1 small potato(cubed)1 carrot(sliced)I tomato(cubed)1 onion(chopped)4 tbsp olive oil1 clove garlic (minced)fresh parsley(chopped)lemon zest and lemon juicesalt,pepperIn a large pan, saute the onion and

Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H/ CSN Stores/Review

2011-01-07T16:14:00.001-05:00

I chose an indoor grill for review from CSN Stores this time. Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H and I'm very happy with my choice:) I'm always impressed by their fast shipping. It arrived earlier than I expected. It's just perfect size for my counter and I'm loving it! What is so good about Hamilton Beach Indoor Grill 25325 H? Offers a clean and healthy way to grill. The grid system lets

Hello 2011!

2010-12-28T16:50:00.000-05:00

2010 went by so fast!Since the holiday break started, Aria has been waiting for snow!And we had so much snow on Sunday!We still have a big pile in the back yard, almost as high as Aria.After the blizzard, I preferred to watch the beauty of snow from my window:)Blizzard conditions have left Long Island yesterday afternoon leaving behind up about 20 inches of snow.The Long Island Rail

Upcoming CSN Stores Review

2010-12-22T16:39:00.006-05:00

Since I received a 20" Hyper Metro BMX Bike for my son from CSN Stores, I turned into an CSN addict. Before buying anything, I check out their site first. We needed a small shed and we bought an Arrow Sentry Shed from CSN Stores one month ago. It's very helpful and just like we wanted. My husband and I are very happy with our purchase. I'll be doing another review for CSN Stores. There are

Do we look like the folks in Grey's Anatomy?

2010-12-18T16:01:00.004-05:00

When I was a kid, whenever people asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I would say 'I want to be a doctor'. I don't know what kind of doctor I would be if I was, but one thing is certain..My son is not going to be a doctor! He can't even stand to see his own blood.-Mommy! I'm bleeding!!!(In a panic)If you see him the first time, you probably think that he is bleeding to death. Ha! Just a

Early Morning Accident

2010-12-08T13:35:00.001-05:00

I was enjoying having my coffee sitting on the couch and watching my son playing with his lightsaber yesterday...Until he accidentally hit my coffee cup and coffee was spilled on the rug. Lol. I hate stains!! I have a lightweight deep cleaner so why would I worry about, right? Wrong! Because I ran out of cleanser. Ugh!Enjoy turned into pain:( I grabbed a pack of baby wipes and started to work on

A Few Pics Before and After Thanksgiving

2010-12-01T20:28:00.000-05:00

I love this time of year in the NYC. We had a late lunch at Sbarro. Aria didn't even finish his lunch after he saw Elmo was standing in front of Sbarro with a Christmas Sock! :) Lol. It was a long walk for him..Ha! He found something familiar:) Spider Man had a day off and they got Aria to cover him for that day:) He was not the only one who took a day off everything:)) Times Square

Chocolate Cream Pie

2010-11-23T23:32:00.000-05:00

I told my friend that I would bring dessert. Since everybody loves chocolate, I decided to make chocolate cream pie this Thanksgiving. Grated chocolate,whipped cream and lots of chocolate syrup on top. I hear a big 'yaaaay' coming from Aria's room:) Graham Cracker Pie Shell; Nonstick cooking spray 1 1/4 cups

Cool K-Cups

2010-11-12T13:03:00.002-05:00

The good thing about using K-Cups is your fresh cup of coffee or tea is ready in less than a minute without dealing with filters, messy grinds or wasted pots of java!If you want a single serving of coffee in the morning, one of the busiest times of the day or after dinner, just select the K-Cup of your choice, place it in your brewer, close the lid, push the button, and that's it! You're now

The sweetest gift for Thanksgiving

2010-11-08T14:24:00.001-05:00

It's the candy season and yummy candies, sweets are appearing everywhere. When I was checking out See's Candies online, all those mouth watering candies made me walk into the kitchen and swallow a piece of dark chocolate. But everything is under control this time. I only ate 2 candies this Halloween. So proud of myself:) Besides, I'm starting go to the gym again and keep walking 2-3 times a

Golden is golden

2010-11-03T12:30:00.001-04:00

Of all the precious metals, gold is the most popular as an investment. Buying gold as a hedge or safe haven against any economic, political, social, or fiat currency. During tough economic times, many people turn to gold bullion as an investment.Bullion is often a long-term investment. Families hand it down from generation to generation. Gold bullion, gold coins are the most convenient, and

The Beauty of Glass Tiles

2010-10-29T11:21:00.000-04:00

If you're planning to put glass tile in your house, take a look at the largest selection of glass tile online plus free shipping!Swimming pool tile, bathroom tile, wall and floor tile, kitchen backsplash...When I got an offer to write about glass tile from glasstilestore.com,I thought it would be enjoyable to write about it. I've always liked glass tile for kitchen and bathroom.TAO BEACH GLASS

You're Special!

2010-10-19T21:35:00.000-04:00

A fabulous message on a bottle whatever you want to say to your loved ones.. Makes it unforgettable..Comes in a wonderful gift box personalized with their name.. Love to shop for gifts. Who doesn't? Just in time for the holidays The Handpicked Collection is offering personalized gifts. Nothing says 'you're special' like a personalized gift!Those photo keys caught my eye. Your loved ones are

Childrens Jewellery

2010-10-13T14:28:00.001-04:00

Deep Pink Animal Heart from Molly Brown Designer Girls JewelleryYou all know I don't have a daughter but if I had, I think she would have a jewellery collection:)Classic&sophisticated jewellery, will last a lifetime.The Molly Brown Collection is a designer range of jewellery especially for girls. Established in May 2006 by Erica Illingworth who was inspired by her daughter Georgia to create

All about MS!

2010-10-12T12:23:00.001-04:00

I've never heard of Multiple Sclerosis until I got an email from All about MS.I will share with you guys what I learned about this disease.I'm so glad they contacted me to make a post about it and introduce their site to 'yonca is cooking' readers and I got a chance to learn about it. Here's what I learned about this disease:Multiple Sclerosis is a demyelinating disease that affects the central

So October...

2010-10-04T18:00:00.005-04:00

October is Energy Awareness Month.Small steps at home can make a big difference in protecting our environment and saving energy.A few tips, what we can do at home;*Replacing all the bulbs with CFL bulbs.*To turn down the thermostat on the hot water heater about 5 degrees.*Unplugged all unnecessary appliances, lamps, etc.*Buy a meter which monitors the appliances and energy usage in the house..a

A lovely tea set, fall mood and me..

2010-09-22T16:52:00.000-04:00

When school started I wasn't ready to fall yet. I started to getting in the Fall mood since the trees leaves started turning orange and red and I can actually smell the season in the air. Isn't it beautiful? Yesterday, my friend Eileen came over and brought that gorgeous tea set to me. Darling white porcelain tea set with gold trim. I poured myself a cup of hot tea instead of an iced tea...

For mushroom lovers!

2010-09-10T18:45:00.002-04:00

It has been a while I haven't made this mushroom recipe. I almost forgot how much I liked it..Then I took a bite..Mmmm...Love mushrooms:) Don't you?Recipe

Wasn't it just yesterday?

2010-08-30T13:30:00.000-04:00

He's going to 3rd grade !!!

It is not too early to be looking for halloween costumes. Is it? :-)

2010-08-20T21:59:00.000-04:00

Star Wars Deluxe Luke Skywalker Costume ReviewLast year we looked for a Micheal Jackson costume for Halloween, remember? Ok, he still loves M. Jackson(of course) but this Halloween he decided to be a Luke Skywalker!We checked out boys costumes and he was seriously sure that Star Wars Deluxe Luke Skywalker Costume is the one:)This cool looking costume comes in small, medium/large and features a

NBA Mini Jammer Basketball Hoop Review

2010-08-17T09:06:00.002-04:00

I received a Mini Basketball Hoop for wall yesterday from dazadi.com to try and review. My son loved all the logo's on the board. He just started to play basketball and he is so happy that he keeps practicing with this indoor hoop, even though winter comes. This morning I heard some rocket coming from my son's room. He was practicing a slam dunk.After I heard his 'yes!!!' I noticed that this item

What is new???

2010-08-12T12:17:00.002-04:00

Whenever I clean the attic, I think about havig an Ebay account and sell some unneeded items. My husband and I bought some stuff on Ebay. Then I decided to have a selling account(everydayhotdeals2010) and put those items on sale. I started to take pictures of them yesterday and listed a few things as a start. If you haven't got an Ebay account yet and interested in selling on Ebay this article

Shopping for children shoes online

2010-07-26T10:21:00.001-04:00

One of the biggest milestones for a child is when they can finally tie their own shoelaces. I don't really remember when and how I learned to tie my own shoes but I remember my son when he learned how to do it himself. He was in first grade. I should have shown him earlier but I guess it was the easier way for a first time mom to use 'no tie shoes' when he started kindergarten:) He made only one

Oh my! Cute little fella :)

2010-07-18T09:54:00.003-04:00

Are you afraid to touch a caterpillar? This little fella fell of the tree and landed on my son's hand:))

Want to access another computer?

2010-07-09T19:35:00.002-04:00

I have been very interested in learning more about to access another computer. Yesterday we had a conversation about it with some people. Learning about computer world looks like endless:) Anyway, every new thing I learned is a plus at least. Isn't it?I heard about Proxy Pro but I didn't know what was that for exactly until yesterday. It's a piece of software that allows one computer to access or

Relaxing time with a music box!

2010-07-07T15:00:00.000-04:00

Hope you're staying cool today. It's 96 degrees here. The best thing to do is staying home, relaxing, having a nice icy drink:) What else? Maybe a nap? My son loves taking a nap with his music box. How relaxed it can make you and your little ones feel! They are very comforting.Do you have a music box or do you want a new one? Also you may want to buy one of those beautiful music boxes as a gift

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer liquid daily sunblock

2010-06-29T11:59:00.006-04:00

I reviewed Neutrogena Ultra Sheer liquid sunscreen three weeks ago. I've always liked Neutrogena products. This product features Helioplex, a breadth of stabilized sunscreen technologies that delivers superior protection from the sun. Here is my review I shared on Facebook.(June 10, 2010). Hope everyone is having a great summer break!"Neutrogena Ultra Sheer liquid sunscreen*SPF30 I received

Yay!!! Summer Break ;-)

2010-06-24T08:50:00.001-04:00

Aria's class had the end of the year party yesterday! Ice cream party:0) His teacher is retiring. It was her last year of teaching. I didn't catch the emotional moments but here is one of the happy moments we will always remember....Aria, me and Mrs. Fontane2010

I'm 8 now!!!

2010-06-19T08:32:00.001-04:00

Y'all are invited to Chuck E. Cheese today!!! ;-0)

Somebody got a new bike for his birthday :-) CSN Stores Review

2010-06-15T09:28:00.007-04:00

I've received a 20" Hyper Metro BMX Bike from the awesome people at CSN Stores. UPS delivery was at the door in less than 48 hours after I ordered. It is totally a pleasure to deal with this company. Aria was at school when the UPS guy knocked the door. I told him that there is a huge package waiting for him in his room. He looked at me and said 'is it my new bike ?...YAY!!! (It was a very loud

ViCera's Ceramic Cutlery Review

2010-06-13T09:01:00.001-04:00

A good, basic set of knives is a standard feature for even the smallest of kitchen. Good knives will make food preparation faster and easier. A good chef's knife can get very expensive, but worthwhile. Knives that feel good in your hand. Let's face it; you can't cook with out pots pans and utensils! And a good knife is a good start to cook an enjoyable, delicious meal. I've received a

Is that all??? Thank God!!!

2010-06-10T12:50:00.001-04:00

Summer break is just around the corner and my son's birthday is coming up.We saw this bike on CSN Stores and loved it. He is so excited, can't even wait to hop on it and ride around. I have been reading about CSN Stores on other blogs I visited. And I'm impressed when I checked out their websites. They have 200+ stores. You can find everything you need...From cookware to toys, outdoor sitting

Vicera Ceramic Knives

2010-06-09T16:30:00.005-04:00

Good knives will make food preparation faster, easier and more enjoyable. Can't even wait to share with you guys about my new knife from Vicera Ceramic Cutlery.comments off

It has been a while...

2010-06-07T18:11:00.000-04:00

Since March, I haven't shared with you guys awards and tags I received. My latest awards are coming from those lovely blogs& lovely ladies! They all are my favorites! Visit them and show these beautiful bloggers some bloggy love! I'm sharing my latest awards with all of you guys as usual!Gorgeous Blogger Award from Molly@ I'm a Sleeper Baker Beautiful Blogger Award and a Photo Tag from Tami@

Pick me!...Love me!!!

2010-06-02T06:42:00.000-04:00

Do you have grapefruit in your fridge?I'm loving this refreshing fruit, it can be enjoyed any time of day.* It can be tossed in your green salad. (My favorite:))* It can be juiced fresh(yummy for breakfast) Very helpful to weight loss!* It can be layered with strawberry yogurt and granola.* It can also be sautéed, made into marmalades or jellies..Still you're shaking your head and saying 'no way

Los Portales

2010-05-26T12:36:00.005-04:00

Having a good meal can make your day more enjoyable. Even though you are having a car trouble :)Enjoy reading Mike's story!Hope everyone is having a great week!This is a guest post by Mike Williams'My wife’s car died at her office in Mountain View so I had to pick her up. I put the dog outside noticed some coupons for a place she mentioned called Los Portales so I grabbed them too. I set the

Need rugs?

2010-05-18T16:01:00.001-04:00

Do you like rugs?They make a fabulous additions to any home! When it comes to decor values and deciding between a contemporary or traditional rug what do you prefer?You know I'm Turkish and I love rugs. When you choose the right one it coordinates with current furniture styles and colors very well. If you are lucky to have wooden floors in your home, floor rugs are perfect compliment. Rug making

I don't wanna be sick!

2010-05-18T08:54:00.001-04:00

My son woke up with an upset stomach yesterday. He ran to the bathroom saying;-Oh, no! I don't wanna be sick!!!I give him Pedialyte when he suffered from diarrhea and/or vomiting. After he gets two single bottles he starts to feel better. Also Gatorade it works very well too.You probably know we used to have a dog for 14 years. When her stomach got upset I used to give her a small amount of

Is raw really always better???

2010-05-12T10:45:00.000-04:00

I love searching and learning more about healthy eating/cooking tips.We know that a fruit and vegetables diet is a key to good health but depending how you're preparing them. You may not be getting the most out of them.Take tomatoes for example;I can eat them raw or cooked. But I didn't know that cooking tomatoes in fats, makes them more effective.They can dissolve in fats like olive oil that

Ocean Saline Nasal Care Review/ Giveaway-CLOSED

2010-05-07T14:54:00.006-04:00

A big thank you to all the participants and Ocean Saline Nasal Care for sponsoring this giveaway!The winner of this giveaway is;VKT!(#10)CONGRATULATIONS!!!I'll be contacting you by email.Hubby has been more interested lately in my site after he noticed that I mention him on my blog posts more often than Aria :-) And another product for him to try was on my list this week. New Ocean Complete Sinus

Choose your eyeglasses online!

2010-05-04T10:54:00.004-04:00

Hubby have been working long hours for a while. He doesn't have time to go shopping for his next eyeglasses. He is always a little nervous when it comes to decide on a frame.I remember when the last time he got his eyeglasses. He woke up, put his eyeglasses on and he said;- I should have chosen the first one I tried Yonca. I don't know why did I choose that black frame.-You didn't even want to

Surprise Ending!

2010-04-29T16:52:00.001-04:00

Have you seen 'It's Complicated' yet? You know I love romantic comedies:)This complicated and funny movie is from the same director(Nancy Meyers) of Something's Gotta Give which I loved that movie too. I laughed a lot when watching that movie!'It's Complicated' has surprise ending. If you haven't seen this one yet, enjoy watching Oscar-worthy actors Baldwin and Streep in this fun movie! I

Our weekend was relaxing and yummy!!!

2010-04-26T14:30:00.002-04:00

It was beautiful out here on Friday and Saturday.After the school we hanged together around our house!He's eating his lollipop he brought from the school:-) and telling me about his day..Somehow he can't talk without using his hands:-)On Saturday, Aria and I went to the Venetian Shore Parkand enjoyed to spend a few hours together...and enjoyed the warm sand..Sun was shining brightly over the

Festival..Festival!!!

2010-04-23T01:23:00.000-04:00

Today is Kids Holiday in Turkey. April 23 International Children's Day. It's one of my favorite Turkish Holidays. From all over the world kids go to Turkey, stay with Turkish families, have friends from every nations and show their national dances on TV. On this day, the children also replace the parliamentarians in the Grand National Assembly and hold a special session to discuss matters

Caring for Earth!

2010-04-22T23:20:00.004-04:00

I always remind him to turn off the light before leave the bathroom.He came from the school today, showed his 'Caring for Earth Book' to me he colored and went to the bathroom(as usual). He was washing his hands and said;'Hey mom, let's not forget to turn off the light after use the bathroom.It's really important!' :))

I'm loving this heart-shaped fruit ;)

2010-04-18T21:06:00.002-04:00

I got a lot of strawberries this week. My strawberries usually doesn't last long enough to do anything:) Hubby and I top them with whipped cream and eat them. Or I make strawberry sauce. Aria is not a big fan of strawberries.