VivoBello ― Usually holidays stress me out. We run to this family gathering then that community event. Did we remember to pack the appetizer platter? Did everyone pee? Are the kids dressed nicely? Ok, who am I kidding, are the kids half way clean and wearing... (More)
VivoBello ― Every year I try not to mention it, so Dave stays blissfully unaware. Usually for a week or two prior, I know what I want to do & I’m bursting at the seams to tell people. This year wasn’t quite as good as the year I had him take a... (More)
VivoBello ― Today we make rice krispie treats in the shapes of eggs for easter. On most occasions, you would just cut them into squares. Ingredients: 1 bag marshmallows 1 stick of butter 1tsp vanilla rice krispies Directions: 1 Put all above in a bowl except... (More)
VivoBello ― It’s crazy how much this girl has grown over the past year or 2. It’s weird seeing her be a young girl and wanna be grown up spit fire at the same time. She got grounded yesterday for being somewhere other than where she said she was... (More)
VivoBello ― We’ve been seeing all the brooms standing alone on it’s bristles. We knew our broom was better than that. We found the perfect gravity center was in front of the fireplace on the marble. Apparently the wood floor had too much residual... (More)
VivoBello ― This Valentine’s day Bella was off doing whatever preteens do. Luckily I have Liza coming up in the ranks and she was thrilled to be the assistant chef for the day. (she did get tired of the stirring though) I would also like to point out that... (More)
VivoBello ― So, this week we tried to get a picture of all 5 kids in front of the tree. Seemed like a good idea, right? It wasn’t until I saw the photos later that I’d realized they’ve grown so much that all you see is part of a tree sticking... (More)
VivoBello ― First: you need the red velvet dress (or suit) that matches Santa. Then you need to break the first rule you ever taught your children. Stranger Danger? What?? Not in December! As much as I wanted to say “You will sit in this fake old man’... (More)
VivoBello ― Ok, so I was just wishing for that last part! Why is Christmas so freakin hectic! We went to the light show in O’Fallon park and it was pretty cool…. We have a breakfast with Santa coming up, bake offs, cookie exchanges and oh&... (More)
VivoBello ― So, we went to Memphis to see Dave’s family over an extended holiday for Thanksgiving. The odd part? I like them all. I do. But I feel so out of my element in big family type situations. I don’t have that. It just feels weird to me but I... (More)
VivoBello ― “I want to be very clear in calling upon the Egyptian authorities to refrain from any violence against peaceful protestors. The people of Egypt have rights that are universal. That includes the right to peaceful assembly and association, the right... (More)
VivoBello ― So, Are you planning a night out on a Monday? This list will help if you’re towing the littles along….. Adam’s Rib Barbeque – Kids 10 and under eat free at Adam’s Rib Barbeque (KS) on Mondays. This is valid for dine-in only and is... (More)
VivoBello ― What a whirlwind of pumpkins and costumes and falling leaves! It must be October. Wait, it’s November? Ah, then did I mention the candy comas? Oh yes, our favorite time of year. Hayrides & bond fires, haunted houses and pumpkin... (More)
VivoBello ― There is all kinds of scary stuff going on if you turn on the TV, but I guess it’s time of year. Well not me, I’m going to give you some good news. Bring on the warm fuzzy feelings! Who’s encountered something proactively kind... (More)