When I hear the word "holiday", the next word that comes to mind is always "family."
Family--now that's a word that always gets a reaction, huh? Say that word to strangers and they'll either grin from ear to ear or scowl and go limp. But whether we're the Waltons or the Bunkers, at the end of the day in most families, everybody ends up at the same dinner table to toast. Always remember that families who eat together, stay together!
In my family, we celebrate Thanksgiving at least five times! Because of everyone's crazy schedules, John and I will be sharing one with my sister and her family; another with my mother, brother and dad; another with the in-laws; and one with our friend Adam Perry Lang and his family. These days, American families aren't just about genetics--we're stitched together from circles of close friends, neighbors and coworkers. The ties that bind our new American families can be just as strong as those we were born into.
No matter what size or shape your family is, I wish you the warmest of holidays!

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When I hear the word "holiday", the next word that comes to mind is always "family."
Family--now that's a word that always gets a reaction, huh? Say that word to strangers and they'll either grin from ear to ear or scowl and go limp. But whether we're the Waltons or the Bunkers, at the end of the day in most families, everybody ends up at the same dinner table to toast. Always remember that families who eat together, stay together!
In my family, we celebrate Thanksgiving at least five times! Because of everyone's crazy schedules, John and I will be sharing one with my sister and her family; another with my mother, brother and dad; another with the in-laws; and one with our friend Adam Perry Lang and his family. These days, American families aren't just about genetics--we're stitched together from circles of close friends, neighbors and coworkers. The ties that bind our new American families can be just as strong as those we were born into.
No matter what size or shape your family is, I wish you the warmest of holidays!

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September is here and I love the start of fall as the cooler weather comes in and the trees start to turn color. September was always a 'back to school' month to me and I liked going to school when I was a kid growing up. I was a slightly above-average student and I liked to learn. I was, and still am, a big fan of reading anything and everything. You never stop learning!

September is also the month when the new football season starts and I can't wait till the first kick-off! Hut, Hut, Hut! There’s nothing better than watching a sunday afternoon football game with family and friends and eating a lot of snacks and other munchies. Finger foods are great to munch on while watching a football game or any game for that matter. And don’t get me started on creating a great buffet! Here are some spicy recipes for you to try this month!

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The end of summer is almost upon us and I’d thought I’d share some great new dessert ideas with you! Cool summer evenings whether in the backyard or at the beach are always a great time with family and friends and nothing helps celebrate those great times as eating something that’s sweet and yummy! These recipes are also simple to make and take under 30 minutes to prepare. That’s what I like...no muss, no fuss.

I’ve always liked this time of year as summer dwindles and kids get ready to go back to school. I’m also a fan of baseball and nothing is better than a late summer ballgame in the evening as a cool breeze blows through the stadium. You should always enjoy the little things in life for it’s always those little things that make you smile the most.

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Together, my mom, Elsa Scuderi, and I are like a tornado. When new friends come over to join us for a family meal or event, their jaws often drop at how we, well, communicate. In the span of 20 minutes, we can go from screaming, crying and shouting to laughing, hugging and kissing, rarely aware of anyone else in the room. Then, as if it were any other day, we sit down (after serving everyone else their food), mound up our own plates and gobble it all down. We're always the first ones finished, and we're up and cleaning before dessert. My wish for you and the person who truly looks out for you is simple: Eat well, be well and hug more! Here are some simple recipes that the kids can make with your supervision!

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All moms seem to share frustration when it comes to giving advice — they think their kids don't listen. How is it, then, that all of us "kids" grow up and hear our mothers' advice falling from our lips? Mom and I have become so much alike that when we do clash it's about just that. I do as she does, but not always as she says. Elsa would give her last 10 bucks to help out not only her own child but a worthy stranger in need, and if she spent it on herself, it'd be for flowers or half a tank of gas to go on an adventure.

Mom, when you tell me to be more practical and to plan for "someday when. . .," I hear you.

But I prefer trying to be like you — adventurous, generous, and gobbling up every moment of my life here, in the present.

This Mother's Day, treat Mom like a star with breakfast in bed. We've pulled together some early-morning goodies that are sure to start her day off right!

Happy Mother's Day!

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