Blogs

  • Mix Up This Montana Huckleberry Mule

    Hee haw, hee haw, hee haw...this cocktail is a kicker! The key to this one is the sweet taste of huckleberry vodka. YUM! Huckleberries are native to Montana, grow in its western part, and are a favorite of both natives and bears!  Whether you’re gearing up for your next girls weekend at a Montana dude ranch, or reminiscing about your last trip there, this fun drink brings the taste of Montana home.
  • Preparing for the Thyme of Your Life Cocktail

    Using herbs in cocktails is extremely underrated--they add so much depth to the flavor. A perfect pairing is gin and thyme. The thyme adds a woodsy scent and flavor, making this cocktail perfectly refreshing for the summer months.
  • Another Show to Make Us All Wiser

    When the craziness of COVID-19 crisis started, it was necessary to find entertainment within our homes. The new normal for so many of us was to wake up and exercise early in the morning, clean out closets and drawers during the day, sit down for a family dinner, then gather around the TV to start a new Netflix series at night.
  • Bake Up Montana Mountain Cookies

    Who craves sweets? Who doesn’t need the calories? That’s right, you, me and all our  girlfriends! These cookies are so amazing, you’d never believe how healthy they are. Gluten-free, sugar-free, and vegan, they’re an awesome treat that you don’t need to feel guilty about enjoying.
  • The Love You Carry Inside Will Last a Lifetime

    The love you carry inside will last a lifetime--if you nurture it. Whether your own love shows up through a skill, a hobby, a relationship, a pet...you can only keep it alive by intentionally tending to it. Caring. Sharing. Growing. Laughing. Cooking. Conversing….
  • Getaway to The Real-Life Dirty Dancing Resort Town

    You won’t be sorry either when you and your Dirty-Dancing-loving friends take your next getaway to Lake Lure in NC, and attempt your version of the swan lift in the very same spot that Johnny and Baby did! Located just 26 miles from Asheville in the Hickory Nut Gorge, Lake Lure is the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend. 
  • A Smile Usually Generates Another Smile

    My husband Pete had traveled to Hawaii with his dad, mom, and three brothers once a year since he was ten years old. After we were married I joined the tradition, and once we had kids, they came along too. 
  • Dish Up Patrick Swayze's Penne with Chicken

    A little Ghost told me this recipe is NOT spooky, but is perfect for Dirty Dancing our way into this creamy chicken and penne pasta dish. Yeah, the description is corny, but the dish is not. This recipe is from Patrick Swayze's Mulholland Drive Cafe, in NYC.
  • The Best Montana Luxury Dude Ranches

    Calling ALL aspiring cowgirls! Are you and your girlfriends jonesing for a unique experience, and bored by the thought of lying on the beach? Here’s an idea--go to Montana for “glamping” at a luxury dude ranch. Ride with cowboys and cook your food over an open fire, all while experiencing some of the best spas, culinary concoctions, and sports activities.
  • Diving into the Waters of Girlfriendships

    Summer heat in Sacramento can be unbearable, even late at night. From June until September it was common for the temperatures to reach 100°. Even the nights were hot. My friends and I had two choices for our, um, activities: either stay inside and blast the air conditioning, or go outside and look for a source of water.
  • Eating at Home is Almost Always the Healthiest Choice

    After barely graduating high school in 1984, I spent the next two years enrolling in, then leaving at least five different junior colleges. It wasn’t until the summer of 1986 that I finally decided to transfer to a university, so I applied to California State University at Chico. That choice was easy.
  • Mix Up This Delicious Maine Mojito

    I lived on the East Coast for seven years and Maine was a place I never visited. I would LOVE to go back and have one of these mojitos. What makes a Maine mojito different from a regular one? It’s the ingenious addition of some delicious Maine blueberries! If you and your girlfriends are headed to a picturesque New England girls weekend, or if you’re looking to bring those coastal vibes to your own hometown, you should definitely try this refreshing cocktail.