by Gina Ardito | Mar 4, 2015 | gripes, The Four Seasons, Winter
Anybody else tired of winter? I mean, here it is the first week in March and here in my hometown, we’re gearing up for not one, but two (!) snowstorms over the next forty-eight hours. I still have the same snow reaching up to my mailbox that fell at the end of...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 31, 2014 | Autumn, pumpkins, Recipes, soup, The Four Seasons
I am! I have to admit that autumn is my favorite season. The vivid colors, the crisp air, the comfort foods… What’s not to like? Yeah, I know, Pumpkin-Everything. For those of us who love pumpkin (me!), it’s the most wonderful time of the year....
by Gina Ardito | Sep 4, 2012 | Autumn, Back to School, The Four Seasons
The kids are both back in school as of today; my daughter in her third year of college, my son starting high school (tenth grade). For me, like so many other parents, this heralds in a new pattern to the days. We’ll be awake the same time, sharing coffee in the...
by Gina Ardito | Aug 23, 2012 | Back to School, Christmas shopping, shopping, Starbucks, The Four Seasons
It seems to me these days that we spend too much time pushing ahead instead of enjoying what we have in front of us. School supplies hit store shelves before the 4th of July, this week Starbucks announced they’re getting ready to reintroduce their Pumpkin Spice...
by Gina Ardito | Sep 22, 2011 | Autumn, The Four Seasons
In my hemisphere, autumn officially begins…now. It’s my favorite season: the colors, the cooler temps, the farewell to barbecues in favor of soups and roasts. And pumpkin! Oh, the pumpkin: breads, pies, cookies, coffee! For tips on writing and fun...
by Gina Ardito | Mar 20, 2011 | The Four Seasons
I’m thrilled that I can *finally* start putting my winter clothes away. Looking forward to sunshine, warm temps, and flowers.