Dad’s Losing It: Sympathy Belly

My second child should be arriving any minute now. Friday was probably the last doctor’s appointment before the big day. In fact, we were fairly certain the contractions would intensify shortly after the 3:30pm visit. They did, but my laid back daughter is apparently not ready to met us just yet, as my wife’s contractions never progressed enough to warrant a trip to the maternity ward. My first child has been with Grandma and Grandpa for the last three days, and, in her absence, my wife and I have been eating like college students – cheesesteaks, French fries, breaded chicken … Continue reading

Crepes

Decidedly French, crepes are light, fluffy, and delicious. Often thought of as a super-thin pancake, crepes can be filled with any number of toppings. They are simple enough to make on a weekday morning, but elegant enough to make for guests or as a holiday breakfast treat. This weekend, instead of the usual pancakes and eggs, why not try some delicious crepes? They’ll transport you to a little village in France, there the light shines on cobblestone streets and people are happy to see you when you walk by. Here’s my recipe for crepes, shared by a friend who lives … Continue reading