The minute the calendar turns to February my heart gets full and I want to do a happy dance. It’s the month of Love. It’s a time to show your loved ones how much they mean to you. I know there are many people who think this is a Hallmark holiday. I don’t really care if it is or isn’t…
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After 21 years of Taste of Addison, the city has decided to get rid of it and bring a much better concept to Addison – Fork & Cork. Addison is excited to introduce an-all new culinary event, Fork & Cork, May 16 and 17, 2014 at Addison Circle Park. Designed for the epicurious, this intimate, two-day event will bring together celebrated chefs, craft…
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Gene and Julie Gates of Battuto Italian Kitchen have been kind enough to share with us their famous Homemade Cauliflower Soup Recipe. Their cauliflower with roasted garlic soup is simply delicious AND guilt-free with less than 110 calories per serving. Ingredients: 2-tablespoons Butter 1-yellow onion 1-head of cauliflower broken into small flowerettes 4-ounces russet potato, peeled and chopped 6-cups vegetable stock Salt…
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Weather in Dallas this year has been (what seems to be) colder than ever. It seems like we have one good freeze every year and maybe one ice day, but this year has seemed to prove me wrong. It’s always freezing!! One thing I’ve realized is that I need to be more efficient with saving energy. Reliant has a few…
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If I could spend an entire day at the newly renovated Cooper Fitness Center, I would. The 50,000 sq ft Fitness Center has undergone a major face life which features a gorgeous new entrance which clearly states their mission, “Get Cooperized.” Their mission is not only for you to get fit and healthy with them, but for you to enjoy…
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It’s baseball season and the Texas Rangers are killing it!! Do you think they’ll win the World Series? Baseball season is in full swing, and there’s no better way to enjoy a Texas Rangers game than with your whole family. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the ballpark, finding the perfect outfit that showcases your team spirit…
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One tradition that my husband and I started was taking a Carnival cruise every single year. We both work for ourselves which means we rarely get a day off because there is always something that needs to be done. It doesn’t help that we both work from home too. Working from home makes it very difficult to separate home life…
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Not only is it sometimes hard to find the perfect outfit for yourself on Halloween but having to dress a whole family brings it to a different level. I absolutely love when you see families and groups of friends dressed in a similar theme – they are my favorite. Matching Halloween costumes are a great way to show off your…
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Updated 09/18/2023 The State Fair of Texas, an annual extravaganza held in the heart of Dallas, is a beloved Texan tradition that draws millions of visitors each year. From thrilling rides to tantalizing fried foods, and iconic Big Tex himself, the fair offers an array of unforgettable experiences. But before you step into this world of excitement, there are some…
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Bring cash for parking at the State Fair of Texas or ride the DART.
Even though the State Fair of Texas lasts almost a month long, sometimes our schedule doesn’t allow us to go more than once. There have been years where I went over 10 times and other years where I could only make it once. No matter how many times you visit each year, it’s essential to make the most out of…
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