One of Those Days Best Served with a Blackberry Sage Whiskey {or Gin} Fizz!

I'm going to keep this short & sweet, I've been chasing my tail for a month.... I cannot believe a week has gone by since I saw this drink post and I haven't shouted from the rooftops.... this drink is ME.  Heather at Girlichef channeled some serious Young Grasshopper and I.  LOVE.  IT.  I promise you Blackberry in the winning basket of this giveaway!  GO! WIN! You need this drink..... well, hell, Heather's channeling, I'm projecting.... I need this drink.

Thinking Outside of the Box

Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles

Lemon Cream Soda

Let me just say all these great bloggers trying our product, taking their time to create mind blowing recipes and share them has been like CHRISTMAS for me!  I get so excited as I wonder what the next awesome recipe idea will be..... and Jen over at Juanitas Cocina did not disappoint!  Please check out her crazy Not So Simple yumminess at her site and while your there enter to win a gift basket from me! 

Thanks again Jen! XXOO

Homemade Soda Recipes and a Giveaway

Homemade Not So Simple Sodas

What?? You haven't won yet?

Well don't give up pop over to Katherine Martinelli for another chance to WIN!

p.s. she's got a great SodaStream recipe waiting for you :)

Strawberry Bellinis #Giveaway at That Skinny Chick Can Bake!

Strawberry Bellini

Only a few hours left to pop over to Liz's place and enter to WIN!

Have a Bellini on me while you're there :)



Hungry Couple: Strawberry Thyme Gin Fizz and a Giveaway!

Strawberry Thyme Gin Fizz

Oh this is the lovely Anita at her finest please check out this crafted Not So Simple ART over at Hungry Couple: Strawberry Thyme Gin Fizz and a Giveaway! and of course enter to WIN!  Contest closes tonight at the stroke of midnight :)

17 Apart: Not So Simple Syrup Cocktail Recipe & #Giveaway

Tonight is your last opportunity to enter their giveaway so scoot on over to 17 Apart: Not So Simple Syrup Cocktail Recipe & Giveaway to enter AND get an awesome recipe for their Not So Simple Bees Knees :)

HAPPY FEATURED 5!!!

When you least expect me.....

EXPECT ME!

HAPPY FEATURED 5!

OK, so Uru has been on "break"
and she comes back with this
CRAZY post full of amazingness. 
Go check it out.... not the least of which
is the Feta & Sun dried Tomato Pull-Apart Scrolls!

 

As Fall is upon us I'm starting to think more and more about SOUP!
Unfortunately it's still in the 90s here!
But I'm stocking up on recipes...
this Roasted Poblano and Sweet Corn Chowder
 had my name written ALL over it! 
Thanks Wylde Thyme

Have I ever described how I do this blog?
Well, when stuff pops in my mailbox I save it in a folder....
 it makes it very convenient
but then when I slack off [like ALL the time it seems]
it's tough to pick only 5 from ALL those messages....
this one from the Hungry Couple was dated 8/31.  EEK. 
Anyhow, Loaded Potato Salad.... how YUM is that?

well.... she had me with her hashtag #kingshawaiian
I freaking LOVE those rolls.
Through some HONEY BBQ Chicken on there....
THAT's how you land a husband!
HA! Thanks Big Bear's Wife

How could I not include what Jennifer at

Peanut Butter & peppers touted as

The Best Coconut Macaroons EVER

Can't wait to try <3 







And ONE for Good luck!
But of course!

Can you say Potato Chip Brownies?
Gerry at Foodness Gracious can!
I'm not going to lie.... I have already had one FAIL at these
but in all fairness..... I didn't make HIS Brownie recipe
I used a prefab mix because I was being lazy. 
It made the chips soggy possibly
because it was too watery....
I'm trying AGAIN and following to a T!

 

 **ALL PHOTO CREDITS TO THE POST REFERENCED, HUGE

Thank you to all for letting me repost****
HOUSEKEEPING:





IT IS THE LAST WEEKEND TO ENTER....
To win this AWESOME saute pan! 
CLICK HERE TO ENTER.....
lots of ways to enter!

& last but never least..
wanted to shout a CONGRATS
to CJ at Food Stories
on her 1st e-Book....
click here for more info!

 

 

Slacker Blogger But It's My Birthday Month So Cut Me Some Slack {Giveaway to make up}

Isn't this the funniest?
 I wish I knew where it
originated so I could give credit
but suffice it to say, it's not "mine"
I just love it LOL

It's my Birthday this month.... so I am very excited to do this Give-A-Way so I can end it ON my birthday..... so that we can get gifts TOGETHER.... plus this way you won't forget my birthday! HA!

My lovely lovely winner of ROUND 5.... Kayle from the Cooking Actress got to pick your poison!  and she chose  Calphalon Nonstick 12-Inch Everyday Pan .... LOVE. IT.  And so, even though I'm a slacker with no Thirsty Thursday cocktail I give you ROUND 6 of the 12 THINGS I LOVE GIVEAWAY to make up for it ....

So, what do you need to do? Well, I loved Rafflecopter and am using it again for this contest and it will tell you what I'm wanting for loads of entries for each of you. 

 

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

BONNE CHANCE MON AMI!

 

p.s. I recommend you try a Dark and Stormy for your cocktail today :)

Fine print:

• I can only accept US entries on this contest.
• Now, although my site allows anonymous comments if you are anonymous I cannot contact you! So make sure you leave a way to contact you...
• I will announce winners in a post and contact you via email, your blog if you're a blogger or any other method you provide in your comment! If I cannot find you I will do a second drawing one week later.... someone is gettin' the stuff!
• PLEASE do not hesitate to email me with any questions you might have at heidisuewebb@yahoo.com.

 

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!!!

Round 5 of the 12 Things I Love In My Kitchen GIVEAWAY ...August's Winner of the 12 THINGS I LOVE GIVEAWAY has been picked!

Yuppers, Pampered Chef nesting measuring cups for KAYLE the COOKING ACTRESS! So excited!  Email me Kayle at heidisuewebb@yahoo.com with your shipping info....

AND Kayle.... will you pick from the remaining items for September's Contest.... you COULD win AGAIN!

 

my Magic Bullet

my Too Cute Totes Apron

my Kyocera Ceramic knives

my Calphalon saute pan with silicone handles

my candy stripe William~Sonoma pot holders

my silicone potholders {see profile picture!}

my Sea Salt collection

my Scentsy burner

my hanging measuring spoons from the Purple Dragonfly Boutique

my Pampered Chef nesting measuring cups

my Tom Colicchio "Think Like A Chef" cookbook

my POMI tomatoes

 

CONGRATS AGAIN KAYLE! XXOO

Can I get a WOOT WOOT? {Featured 5}

WOOT WOOT!  

Let's hear a cheer for three day weekends!!

& I am unusually happy that we will be in Jacksonville at a soccer tournament because that means I will have nothing to do but relax in my soccer chair visiting with my favorite soccer parents....

no cleaning at home.
no working at office.
& yes, no blogging.

I hope everyone has a restful, sun filled, fun filled Labor Day Weekend, I will leave you will some yumminess :)



Emily at She Makes & Bakes posted this
yummy seasonal soup Pappa Al Pomodoro! YUM!



Check out this Caramel Chicken from Ellie
Almost Bourdain OMFreakinG.... just saying




Pam at Wine & Dine with Us
posted this incredible "Cowboy Caviar" recipe....
looks like it would rock a Labor Day picnic!



Hungry Harps posts this craziness....
Grilled Dessert Bananas! SHUT. UP>



Just look at this beauty!
Angie @ Big Bears Wife
posted this special treat....
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle!

& one for good luck....

The Grownup Birthday Milkshake!

Thanks Laura @ A Healthy Jalapeno

for sharing this yumminess!

Happy Birthday to YOU!

 

**ALL PHOTO CREDITS TO THE POST REFERENCED, HUGE Thank you to all for letting me repost****

HOUSEKEEPING:

IT IS THE LAST DAY TO ENTER.... for some awesome Pamper Chef Measuring Cups.... CLICK HERE TO ENTER..... lots of ways to enter!

& Last but not least! I'M A WINNER!!!!

THANK YOU Marina @ the YUMMY MUMMY KITCHEN & LAYLA GRAYCE 

for my awesome $100 Gift Certificate!

Look what I picked out!



this Rosana Serving Tray :)

& FABULOUS Dipping Bowls

Have a GREAT weekend!  Cheers!



Pic me a WINNER! {Featured 5}

Feedback says: I need to keep picking my pics!  And since this really is my favorite post I need to make time to do it!  I hope you like my "pics" this week.... I L*O*V*E them!


HAPPY FRIDAY & HAPPY FEATURED 5! 


START WITH YOU.
I'm not sure if everyone
 is familiar with the Shine Project. 
 It's a cause/blog/mission
worth checking out for sure,
but this was a great little post,
 particularly as school starts.
I'm sharing it with my daughters
 [& my Prince too] 
Great message Ashley <3



Simple Romaine Salad with
Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing,
Spicy Brown Sugar Bacon, and Feta
from MANGIA. 
It's the bacon that got me.  OMG



Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw....
you had me at Shrimp.
Check it out at 4 the love of feasting!



I am INTRIGUED.  and therefore I must try....
Smoky Strawberry and Corn Salsa
Thanks Jenn at Home Skillet
for dreaming that crazy yummy combo up!

I know, Risotto..... it's a problem. 
But WTH Wilde in the Kitchen....
Gorgonzola and Leek Risotto? 
I'm knocking people over
to get to the store to get
what I need to make this!




One for good luck? You know it!

A Rum challenge and no one invited moi???
Sigh.  I'll forgive in time.
Mixed Berry Cooler [spiked] YUM! RUM!
Thanks Savoir Faire

**ALL PHOTO CREDITS TO THE POST REFERENCED,

HUGE Thank you to all for letting me repost****

 

HOUSEKEEPING:

And as our month FLIES by.... don't forget there's some awesome Pamper Chef Measuring Cups up for grabs.... CLICK HERE TO ENTER..... lots of ways to enter!

Starting the week MAGICALLY! Happy 18th Anniversary Loverboy! {& a big congrats to our MAGIC BULLET WINNER!}

Tell me it's not the 6th already, well the GREAT thing about that is that today marks 18 Years with Loverboy!

Look at us.... so sweet & young!

seems like yesterday <3

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DAVID!

I love you XXOO














and since it's a magical celebratory day....

let's celebrate July's MAGIC BULLET winner...

ERIK!!!

 CONGRATS to YOU {AND DAVID}

You LUCKY LUCKY Boys! XXOO

Who stole July???? {Featured Five & one last chance for July Giveaway!}

I adore Friday...
here are my pics [literally] for the week!


So flippin' cute Christi at Mom What's For Dinner!

Have I mentioned I adore Cannolis?
Thanks Kita at Pass the Sushi
for this awesome idea!
Cannoli Cones

I heart  me a Shandy!
Thanks Trevor at sis.boom.[blog!]



Just SHUT. UP. Paul!
Brie & Mango Chutney Quesadillas
from Vintage Kitchen

Peas?  YUM
Peas with Parmesan & Pancetta... YUMILICIOUS
yeah I said that "word"
Thanks Jessica at Oh Cake

One for good luck?  You know it!

A new Mojito.... YAY!
Thanks Wylde Thyme!

***ALL PHOTO CREDITS TO THE POST REFERENCED,

HUGE Thank you to all for letting me repost****

HOUSEKEEPING!

And as our month ENDS.... don't forget there's a Magic Bullet up for grabs.... CLICK HERE TO ENTER..... share it on FB OR Twitter & comment or alert me somehow and get 2 extra entries for each share {limit 4 extra entries PER day}!

Executive Director of Details {& a fabulous Featured 5, some awards and spending an afternoon with Heidi reading the world's longest post}

I've been insanely remiss and neglectful of my blog.... but I've been crazy busy trying to visit my awesome 106 year old Auntie Alta

and then the best father-in-law
in the world took a spill so
David headed North to
check in on those old folks

and then this old guy
has been under the weather,
including a day in the ER

<><> <><> <><>

 need an office with a view?

and in the midst of ALL this David & I have been in the process of closing a deal that has made THIS awesome building ours

 OMG, I have details simply swirling in the air about me. 

And then there's THESE 3 trouble makers.....

But I still want my blog too! wahhhhhh.
So, for now I'm committing to one fabulous food post each week, one kicka$$ Thirsty Thursday cocktail and yes, my favorite day of the week.... FRIDAY and my Featured Five!  I know I can do it!

and so this week I've been trying TIME MANAGEMENT.....

Let me start off by saying I'm so grateful I don't have time to make THESE Naughty Cookie Bar from Heather at Curly Girl Kitchen {but I'm saving the recipe!!!}

Or these crazy Slutty Brownies from Emily at She Makes & Bakes.... O.M.G. is all I can say....

And I'm including this awesome chowder

in spite of Jenn at Peanut Butter & Peppers

bragging about her getting back to her

"normal routine".... wth is that anyhow???

Jenn over at Peas & Crayons,
helped plan my dinner next
 week with Spaghetti with Mozz Balls! 
and made me chuckle
"Cause you know how she loves her balls"

Then I found

 Charlie Louis over at Hotly Spiced

via an awesome feature on

Maureen's the Orgasmic Chef

and while I don't know

that I'll spend 90 minutes

on Jamie Oliver's Chicken

but I encourage you

to spend 5 minutes reading

Charlie's post on it....

HILARIOUS!

ONE FOR GOOD LUCK?

Well, I found a penny on a delivery's doorstep today!

oh, a post!?!.... Don't be shocked.... it's a cocktail.... albeit a cocktail with an awesome story and a fabulous picture.  Thanks Baker Bettie for sharing your sunset two ways....

***ALL PHOTO CREDITS TO THE POST REFERENCED,

HUGE Thank you to all for letting me repost****

HOUSEKEEPING:

Somewhere in there I squeaked out time to celebrate with my foodie Judges over at Food Story and please give a round of applause for Willow from Will Cook For Friends! She has an amazing blog and was our June Winner of the Food Stories.... CHECK HER OUT!

And as our month FLIES by.... don't forget there's a Magic Bullet up for grabs.... CLICK HERE TO ENTER..... share it on FB OR Twitter & comment or alert me somehow and get 2 extra entries for each share {limit 4 extra entries PER day}!

& Last But NEVER LEAST.....

somehow, someway.... I got awards while I was slacking!!!!

Thanks to my awesome friends Uru & Kim for making my day, I've kept my notifications in my email box to remind me that I really LOVE this and that someone besides my husband is checking out my nonsense!

Kim at Treats & Trinkets gave me this one...

and you are supposed to:
1. Thank the person who nominated you and link back. THANK YOU KIM!
2. Share a little bit about why you started blogging.... because I have sooooooo much to say {and really as a chronical in case my kids ever miss me & want to know how to make a special drink that Mommy loved.... I mean cookie.}
 3. Copy and paste the award to your blog.
4. Nominate 10 other Addictive bloggers and let them know!

and then Uru at Go Bake Yourself gave me The Illuminating Blooger Award which is presented to bloggers who give illuminating and informative blog content She's such an intuitive girl that Uru...

It's funny, I remember my first awards and thinking to myself that I was probably silly being so pleased but I was and I still am, and though I would perceive the following people above this type of thing.... so are the people who gave them to me.... but I think it's really nice to get a nod and a hug. Truly, Uru & Kim, thank you as well as those of you I am about to nominate, you really are special people.
Anita @ The Hungry Couple
Jessica at Oh Cake
CJ @ Food Stories
Jennie @ the Messy Baker
Maureen at the Orgasmic Chef
Charlie Louis at Hotly Spiced
Kita at Pass the Sushi
Addie at Just Go to Bed {although she's a slackass}
Chef Dennis at A Culinary Journey With Chef Dennis {special thx for that Google + post}
Kayle @ the Cooking Actress

ok, this was truly giving birth. 
If you're still here XXOO