Book Review: The Mistress by Tiffany Reisz

From Amazon.com:

There's punishment—and then there's vengeance. 

Nora Sutherlin is in handcuffs, held captive by two men. . Under different circumstances, she would enjoy the situation immensely, but her captors aren't interested in play. Or pity. 

As the reality of her impending peril unfolds, Nora becomes Scheherazade, buying each hour of her life with stories—sensual tales of Søren, Kingsley and Wesley, each of whom has tempted and tested and tortured her in his own way. This, Nora realizes, is her life: nothing so simple, so vanilla, as a mere love triangle for her. It's a knot in a silken cord, a tangled mass of longings of the body and the heart and the mind. And it may unravel at any moment. 

But in Nora's world, no one is ever truly powerless—a cadre of her friends, protectors and lovers stands ready to do anything to save her, even when the only certainty seems to be sacrifice and heartbreak….

Last summer I discovered Tiffany Reisz and her Original Sinners books.  I read and adored all three previous books, The Siren, The Angel and The Prince and was waiting impatiently for the release of The Mistress in July.  

The book did not disappoint.  

I could not fathom how Reisz would tie up all of the loose ends of the series, and miraculously, she did.  The tales of the characters in these books are remarkable and they are so woven within one another that it virtually takes my breath away.  

I love Nora Sutherlin.  I love her wit and her charisma and the beauty and power she exudes.  She is such an amazingly strong character and I loved her retelling of the juicy tales of her past.  Kingsley.  What to say about this man?  His strength and the love he holds in his heart are astonishing at times.  I love learning more and more about this man.  And his scenes with Soren?  Wow.  We learn so much more about Soren in this book.  He comes across as such a...SCARY individual in The Siren, but by the end, I really believe that he is a great man.  Nora claims that he is the best man she has ever known...and I think he comes close.

I don't want to reveal much, but I will say that many reviewers and readers were not happy with the ending of the novel.  I am honestly not 100% sure on how I felt about the final events of the story.  I was a little sad to see that perhaps one character was not the perfect specimen we were led to believe.  It shocks me that this was the ending that Reisz had in mind because, holy shit, I never saw THAT coming.

I truly enjoyed The Red Years quartet of The Original Sinners and I absolutely can not wait for The Priest, the first of four prequels labeled The White Years. This series is so much MORE than just novels about BDSM and Dom/sub relationships and whips and chains and canes and riding crops.  At first, I think the subject matter and some of the relationships between the characters may scare people off.  And yes, there are moments that are definitely not for the faint of heart.  But you can not help but fall in love with these characters and their stories.  I did not expect a happy ending.  But I was definitely happy with what Tiffany Reisz gave her readers.  

Where do we go from here?

Earlier this week, I went and submitted the remaining paperwork for our dissolution and I was given the date of our final hearing.

Tuesday, August 13 at 9:30 AM.

What made me sad was when the official notice arrived in the mail it said the length of the hearing was 0 hours, 5 minutes.  It makes me sad that this is ALL it is going to take to wipe our marriage off the map.  FIVE MINUTES.

I have had some sad days, but I am still trucking along.  The house is almost done so we are hoping to list it on Monday.  I need to head over this weekend to clean but I don't want to until ALL projects are done.

If you are one of my readers and are still sticking with me, then I thank you.  I honestly don't know what this blog is going to become, but I can't wait to show you pictures of our small bathroom after we demolished it a year and a half ago.  It looks really, really nice now, which is a bitch because we are selling the house.  But I am hoping it will sell quickly.  I know one of the hardest parts of this is C and J being in the house with Logan and me gone and all this work being done and we can't even CELEBRATE it.  The house looks seriously amazing and I am so sad about it.

I will be working on some craft projects for Logan and maybe for my brother's wedding (with my future sister-in-law), so I know those will be popping up on here.  And of course, some recipes.  I am going to be doing bulk freezer cooking for my breakfast and lunch, so I will be sure to share that with you.

Anyway, thanks for still reading.   And sticking by my side in this crazy, virtual world :)

Menu Planning Monday

So menu planning with my parents.  I can't even.  My mom shops WITHOUT A LIST.  Makes me insane.  I am forcing her to sort-of plan with me.  As in...the few days I don't cook, she can "wing it" to an extent.  This may push me over the edge!

Sunday: Beef stroganoff
Monday: Lemony kale pasta with Caprese salad
Tuesday: BBQ chicken with cous cous and fresh green beans
Wednesday: Fritatta with Swiss chard and potatoes
Thursday: Meatball subs and salad
Friday: Book club!

What is on your menu this week?  Linking up at OrgJunkie!

Surviving

As I discussed in this post, my life was dumped on its head at the beginning of June.  C and I are separated, the papers are filed, and we are getting divorced.  Logan and I are living with my parents.  Not the ideal situation, but they have two empty bedrooms and this will allow me to get on my feet again, put away some money, and put down a nice downpayment on a small house for the little man and I.  

So yes...living with my parents.  It hasn't been bad.  My parents are amazing, they give me the space I need and are willing babysitters.  They love their Logan, and it is nice having the extra help.  To be honest, this is the best move I could have made.  

Watering Nonna's flowers

My mini Frank Sinatra

The separation is only serving to strengthen my relationship with Logan.  All of the time we spend together is creating a special bond between us.  He is being exceptionally whiney, and I am trying to not let it stress me out.  It is probably all of the changes, as well as the age, but let me tell you...he is making me nuts sometimes.

Watching TV in Mama's room.  His new favorite thing.

I am trying to do fun things with him.  This is good for not only him but so I don't dwell on my failed marriage.

Yay!  Swings!

The Fourth of July was interesting.  We spent it with my friends and family and I survived my first holiday as a single mom.

Last weekend was my first weekend away from Logan.  Chuck had him from Friday until Sunday and I did my best to stay busy.  Even went to an Indians game with my friends, which was a blast.

So, that is my life these days.  Just keep plugging along.  The house is nearly finished.  My dad has been busting his ass on the bathroom and soon we will be moving on to the upstairs bath then we can list the house.  I am really looking forward to moving on with my life.  And getting our court date.  This limbo phase is a killer and I just hate the uncertainty.  But, hopefully that will all come to a close soon.

A New Beginning

Sometimes, shit happens.

Almost eight years ago, I met a man I thought I would love forever.  A man I thought I would grow old with, who I believed would be my partner, my lover, my best friend.  My husband.

Things changed.  We changed.  Our marriage suffered.  We forgot how to communicate.  We lost our way.  And just...just couldn't find our way back to one another.

I will never regret marrying him.  From our relationship, I was given three of the best things to ever happen to me.  But we became incompatible.  Our differences seemed too big to overcome.  Our foundation was buried beneath so much hurt and anger and frustration that walking away seemed our only option.

Counseling only works if both of you are willing to go through it.  And that wasn't the case with us.  One of us wanted to fight.  The other believed the damage was done...and the hurt was too deep.

So, in the last month, my world has been turned upside down, inside out, and stomped on.  At first, I wasn't sure what to do.  How would I survive?  Was it possible?

Then I looked at Logan.  And realized he is my everything.  All I have left.  And because of him and for him, I will be a better mother.  A better person.  A better woman.  We have moved out and will be living with my parents for the foreseeable future.  The papers are filed.  Our life is starting over.

Needless to say, house projects will be pretty much non-existent, except to post pictures of our finished bathroom FINALLY.  We are putting our house up on the market by August 1, and I really think we will be able to sell quickly.  And it really pisses me off that the bathroom is going to look amazing when we are done.

Posting is going to be sporadic.  Living with my parents is going to be an adjustment, but I will be redoing Logan's room here (since we will be living here for a few years) and my room as well.  And I am forcing my parents to menu plan, so MPMs will be back.

I will be okay.  I know that now.  But saying goodbye to the person you thought was going to be there always...it will never be easy.

I'm Moving On

I've dealt with my ghosts and I've faced all my demons
Finally content with a past I regret
I've found you find strength in your moments of weakness
For once I'm at peace with myself
I've been burdened with blame, trapped in the past for too long
I'm movin' on

I've lived in this place and I know all the faces
Each one is different but they're always the same
They mean me no harm but it's time that I face it
They'll never allow me to change
But I never dreamed home would end up where I don't belong
I'm movin' on

I'm movin' on
At last I can see life has been patiently waiting for me
And I know there's no guarantees, but I'm not alone
There comes a time in everyone's life
When all you can see are the years passing by
And I have made up my mind that those days are gone

I sold what I could and packed what I couldn't
Stopped to fill up on my way out of town
I've loved like I should but lived like I shouldn't
I had to lose everything to find out
Maybe forgiveness will find me somewhere down this road
I'm movin' on

I'm movin' on
I'm movin' on

Menu Planning Monday

I am pretty excited about our menu this week.  Our CSA has breathed life back into my meal planning and love for cooking again.  I feel that, since I have a better grasp of how to handle our CSA subscription, I can make much better use of our bag contents then I did last year!

Sunday: Pulled Pork with Chuck's homemade BBQ sauce, roasted asparagus, potatoes; strawberry shortcake for dessert (OMG make these)
Monday: Ohio City Roasted Red Pepper pasta (CSA) with broccoli (CSA) and Laughing Cow Alfredo
Tuesday: BLTs zucchini fries (bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, zucchini all from the CSA)
Wednesday: BBQ chicken pizza
Thursday: Pork chops, cous cous, greens of some sort (the bane of my existence.  Greens and chops from CSA)
Friday: Unsure right now!

Linking up at OrgJunkie!

CSA Summer Week 2

Can I tell you how glad I am that our pick up is back to weekly?  Now hopefully my conventional grocery bill will get under control.  

Here is my bag after picking up, including my extras:

And here she is in all her glory:

This week's large share includes (please excuse the dirty spatula, lol):

• 1 package pork chops (2 chops; I cut them in half so we have 4)
• 1 bulb kohlrabi (going to make an apple/kohlrabi slaw for BLT night)
• 1 bunch collard greens (damn greens...the bane of my existence)
• 1.5# organic rolled oats (going into my stockpile but I am going to make these granola bars)
• 1 bunch garlic scapes
• 1 bunch spinach (I will blanch and freeze)
• 1 bunch mustard greens (going to make a pesto with it and almonds to freeze)
• 1 quart strawberries (I bought 2 extras) (I made strawberry shortcake tonight for Father's Day)
• 1 piece aged cheddar cheese (yummy snacktime)
• 2 ct. zucchini (shredded and in freezer for baking)
• 1 head broccoli (I am going to use it with the pasta and make Laughing Cow Alfredo)
• 2# bag sauerkraut (they were out of kielbasa at the truck so I will try to get more this week)
• 1 bunch baby beets ( I think we got lettuce instead, which is perfect for BLTs this week)
• 1 bunch rhubarb (no rhubarb..but more asparagus!  Yum!!)
• Extras: Strawberries, pasta, tomatoes

Easy Chinese Orange Beef

This recipe came together much easier than anticipated and was really yummy.  A little too orangey for me, but that can easily be remedied by decreasing the orange juice and zest.  Overall, a winner that I would be willing to make again!

Chinese Orange Beef
As seen on Our Best Bites

Ingredients
Zest of 1 orange
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Asian chili sauce
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons cornstarch
vegetable oil for pan
1-1/2 pounds flank steak, trimmed and sliced thin across grain and lightly sprinkled with salt and pepper (to clarify: that’s one steak, that weighs about 1.5 pounds)
3-4 green onions, sliced
hot white or brown rice for serving

Instructions
Whisk orange zest and orange juice, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, chili sauce, ginger, and cornstarch together in a bowl.

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.  Drizzle pan with oil and tilt to coat.  Add half of beef, breaking up any clumps and let cook without stirring for one minute.  Stir beef and continue to cook until browned, about 2 minutes; transfer to a bowl and cover.  Repeat with remaining beef and transfer to bowl.

Whisk sauce to recombine, add to now-empty skillet, and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.  Return cooked beef, with any accumulated juices, to skillet and toss to combine.  Serve over rice and garnish with green onions.

CSA Summer Share Week 1

This summer, we opted to upgrade from the small share to the large for our CSA with Fresh Fork Market and I am so excited that I can't even describe it, lol.  Here is this week's contents:

• 1 whole pasture-raised chicken (will be roasting on the grill then making stock)
• 1 head broccoli
• 1 head leaf lettuce (washed and torn for sandwiches this week)
• 1 bunch red Russian kale (making this kale and artichoke frittata one night)
• 1 quart strawberries (making these strawberry shortcakes) (I bought an extra)
• 1 lb black turtle beans (going to make some sweet potato and black bean burritos for my lunches) (Since I had several pounds of dried beans already, I gave a pound to a friend from school)
• 1 dozen pasture raised eggs (for the frittata!)  (I bought an extra)
• 1 lb ramp linguine from Ohio City Pasta
• 1/3 lb pea tendrils
• 1 package Italian sausage
• 1 bunch spinach
• Asparagus
• I also bought bacon and roasted red peppers for the pasta

Reflections of a school year

Well.  It is June.  I have been pretty MIA lately, and for my few loyal readers, I apologize.  I have been in an end-of-the-year funk.  Crabby.  Anti-cooking.  Overwhelmed with essays to grade from my Honors kids and my 11th graders.  Basically, extremely unpleasant to be around.

BUT.  The end is in sight.  Tomorrow is our last staff day and we have our staff picnic afterwards.  It is always a good way to cut loose and kind of wash away the remnants of a school year.  And let me tell you...for many teachers this was an extremely trying year.  Our poor 12th grade teachers were ready to throw in the towel, and rightfully so!  It was a tough crowd.  Honestly, for the first time in several years, I had an amazing year.  All of my classes were wonderful.  One of my Honors classes bought me a really special gift and all signed a card and it was one of the most meaningful things to EVER happen to me.  It really made me feel like I was MAKING A DIFFERENCE.  Teaching is a thankless job.  We don't do this for the money.  Honestly.  There isn't enough money in the world to pay me for all of the work I do.  I do this because I love it.  I love the kids.  I want to make a difference.  And my Honors class proved that I did, in fact, make that difference.

Next year is going to hold new challenges for me.  I am taking on the Advanced Placement Language and Composition class, which is much different than anything I have done before.  And I am the new advisor for our National Honor Society!

This summer is going to be spent prepping for my new class; because of this, we have decided to keep Logan in daycare part time.  He is doing so well and is SUCH a creature of habit that we decided to do three days a week.  BUT...I will not feel guilty if we decide he can stay home on a random one of those days if I have made plans :)

This week I will be posting our summer fun list, as well as our house projects that I want to complete.  I hope you stick around!

Menu Planning Monday

Monday: Ramp and organic whole wheat linguini with roasted cherry tomatoes
Tuesday: Meatloaf, roasted potatoes, cauliflower
Wednesday: Frittata
Thursday: Taco pasta
Friday: Not sure yet...its payday, so I will be shopping

Linking up at OrgJunkie!

CSA Week 15: Final Winter Share

Friday marked the last week of the winter share of our Fresh Fork Market CSA.  June 5 marks the start of our summer share and I can't wait until we pick up weekly again!  I need to see my grocery bill drop!

Bag Contents:

• 1lb ramp pasta from Ohio City Pasta (with ramps and organic whole wheat flour)
• 1 jar roasted cherry tomatoes (to use on the pasta in this house!)
• 1 lb ground Berkshire pork (meatballs coming up next weekend!)
• 1 lb grassfed ground beef
• 1 bag ramps (Had to toss mine...they went bad)
• 1 dozen eggs (sensing brinner once more)
• 1 bunch kale (love that my 16 year old is asking for kale chips!)
• 8 oz smoked gouda
• 1 quarter peck cameo apples (for snacking)

It has been a great experience and next winter, I am glad I will know what types of products to expect.  It is very different from the summer share, but I definitely plan on signing us up again in the fall!  Until then...can't wait for summer the week of June 5!

Mother's Day 2013

My Mother's Day was supposed to be spent with my side of the family, celebrating motherhood as well as my sister-in-law's birthday.  Well.  That just wasn't destined to happen today.  Last night, after picking Logan up from my brother and sister-in-law's, Logan got sick.  He wasn't able to keep anything down all morning so we ended up not going and just staying home. 

I did, however, wake up to a gift from Jamie:

God, I love this kid.  I am so proud of the young woman she is becoming.  She is smart, witty, caring, genuine, and true to herself.  She was my "date" at a wedding last night (C was the best man) and I just looked at her and was absolutely bursting with pride.  

Look at how pretty she is:

So, because Logan was so sick, this is how we spent most of our day:

Poor thing was so lethargic.  He just wanted to lay and watch TV.  That was after we were finally able to get some water into his system and he was able to keep it down.  So my Mother's Day dinner consisted of this:

Pizza from our favorite local place.  And just hanging out at home.  Thankfully, Logan perked up after he was able to keep down some toast and a part of a banana.  He was even laughing after his bath, which was awesome.

Even though the day was quiet, I am thankful I was able to spend it with my family.  And I guess that is what being a mother truly is.  Being there when your children are sick and in need of comfort.  And knowing they need you really is a blessing.

Garden Plans 2013

Folks, this is going to be a BIG YEAR for our garden. My brother, Matt, and I are going in together to expand our garden (he and his girlfriend are moving in together to an apartment and they are foodies like me).  Here is my little plot of vegetables from last year:

June 2012:

July 2012:

This year, we are multiplying this by six.  I have already started planning what to do with our six plots of fun!

I printed it off and taped it together so I can write in what I want in each square.  I am using companion planting guides I have found online and trying to rework my planting.

On the list this year:

• A crap ton of tomatoes.  I loved canning tomatoes last year to use in recipes and this year, I want a stockpile.
• Sweet Peppers: Red, yellow, orange and green.  I now know to chop and freeze if I don't think I am going to be using them right away.
• Banana peppers and jalapenos
• Pumpkin and zucchini
• Lettuce (hoping for several kinds)
• Green beans
• A few eggplants (now that my family realized they love eggplants)
• And I still need to look at what else we want.

Oh, and these are my new garden boots from Target!

And our new compost bin!  I can't wait to show you guys where I have it tucked away!

Linking up at Between Naps on the Porch!

Menu Planning Monday: Spring is here!

Can I just say that spring has sprung in Cleveland?  It has been gorgeous outside.  Poor Logan.  He wants to stay outside and play, play, play, but needs to go to bed early because he gets up so early.  And he becomes a crabby bear when we have to wake him up in the morning!

This weather makes me want to do nothing but grill.  Unfortunately, C's new work schedule is sporadic and  I am a terrible griller.  So, we are limited!

Sunday: Salsa chicken, cilantro lime rice, corn
Monday: Brinner (Alexia brand hashbrowns are amazing)
Tuesday: Taco pasta
Wednesday: Pineapple chicken over rice, salad
Thursday: Meatloaf, roasted potatoes and carrots
Friday: Rehearsal dinner
Saturday: C is in a wedding...so wedding!

Linking up at OrgJunkie!

CSA Week 14

Is it summer yet?  Because although I am still loving our winter CSA, it is every other week and I can not wait for our weekly pick up and more summer produce.  I definitely appreciate the protein and dairy in the winter, but I am longing for berries, peaches, and tomatoes.

This week we got:

• Pizza dough balls (2; they look whole wheat)
• Heirloom tomato sauce (I tried this as a pasta sauce and a pizza sauce; much better as a pizza sauce)
• 1 lb. Italian sausage
• 8 oz. Monterrey Jack cheese
• 1 bag mixed greens
• 1/3 lb RAMPS!
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 quarter peck Fuji apples
• 1 bottle sunflower oil (how awesome is THAT!)
• 1 dozen eggs
• Extras: Bacon and this cheese we love, which is made with Thirsty Dog Beer

The greens...stump me every time.  Apples for snacking, and we will be making a ramp pizza on Friday.  I was really hoping for some Ohio City Pasta, but alas, none at the stops this week :(

MPM! April into May!

After a few weeks of crappy weather, with on and off nice weather, I am so glad grilling weather seems to be here to stay!  BUT...I don't seem to have much on the menu that involves the grill!

Sunday: Mom and Dad's for my dad's birthday.
Monday: BLTs and Alexia Onion Rings (we love these!)
Tuesday: Linguine with Italian sausage and sundried tomatoes
Wednesday: Ramp pizza
Thursday: Meatloaf, roasted potatoes, corn
Friday: Leftover night
Saturday: Grocery shopping day and our first day back at our farmer's market!

What is on YOUR menu this week?  Linking up at OrgJunkie!

Menu Planning Monday

Sunday: We had a wake, so grabbed Panera on the way home

Monday: Meatloaf, new potatoes with parsley, asparagus

Tuesday: Buffalo chicken stromboli, salad

Wednesday: Chinese Orange Beef over white rice

Thursday: Slow Cooker Thai Pasta
Friday: My first book club meeting, so lots of yummy appetizers!  I think I am making sausage cups for sure...and I am not sure what else :)

Linking up at OrgJunkie!

We have to do this again??

A year and a half ago, this curveball was thrown at us.  We recovered and were lucky enough

On Wednesday night, it happened again.  This time, A broke the news to us that she wanted to move to Florida with mom.  Just nine months after our family was finally put back together again.

I am not going to go into details, but if it gets quiet around here, it is because we are trying to figure out how to put back the pieces and move on.

When a crisis like this happens, I have a tendency to eat, bake, or paint something.  I have lots of painting planned for our kitchen, a master bedroom redo, and a pantry update.  Stay tuned.

Snickerdoodle Bars

 Um.  OMG.  These were so delicious.  Chewy. Sweet.  Cinnamony.  Make these.  Yum.

Snickerdoodle Bars (or Blondies)
Source: Lovin' from the Oven

Ingredients:
2 2/3 C flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp salt
2 C brown sugar
1 C butter, softened
2 eggs, room temperature
1 tbsp vanilla
2 tbsp white sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of turbinado sugar

Directions:

-Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9×13 pan. 

-Combine flour baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt and set aside.

-In a large bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until creamy.  Add in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla, and beat until smooth.

-Stir in the flour mixture until well blended. Spread evenly in prepared pan (I had to use my fingers to press into place.  This dough is thick). Combine the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and turbinado sugar in a little bowl. Evenly sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture over the top of the batter.

-Bake 25-30 minutes or until surface springs back when gently pressed. Cool before cutting. Makes 20-24 bars.  They are very thick and almost rich, so make the cuts on the smaller side.

Easter Decor

I don't do much for Easter, but here are the few changes that I make for the holiday (especially since we hosted this year:)

My egg banner (Target):

Close up of the eggs:

Buffet in dining room:

 Entryway:

Now it is time to pack it all up and go back to our neutral decorations again!

Menu Planning Monday

I am hungover from Easter planning and eating.  Seriously, we have SO MANY LEFTOVERS it isn't even funny.  And my mom tried to convince me to make an additional pound of ziti.  Thank goodness I didn't!  And honestly, I am needing some recipe inspiration.  I feel like we are in a rut and I am making the same thing over and over.  I might deviate from my plans and make a few recipes I never have before!  I am wild and CRAZY.

Sunday: Easter dinner
Monday: Leftovers (baked ziti)
Tuesday: Leftovers (ham, potato salad, scalloped pineapples
Wednesday: Um...no ida
Thursday: BBQ pork, baked potatoes, corn
Friday: Thai Chicken Salad
Saturday:  I have a bridal shower during the day, so maybe something on the grill.

Linking up at OrgJunkie!

Easter Recap

Warning: This is picture heavy!

We were very blessed to have all of our kids together for Easter this year.  Last year was just Logan (Jamie was living in Florida and Lexy was visiting), so it was awesome to all be together again.

He found his chocolate bunny.  It was over, lol.

Logan and "Mamie" eating their bunnies.

 We hosted Easter again this year for 21 people.

The table set for 21.

 Our menu:

• Assorted appetizers
• Ham
• Baked ziti
• Scalloped pineapple
• Potato salad
• Green salad with spiced pecans, pears and cranberries
• Carrot cake, coconut cake, Berries 'n Bits, pineapple upside-down cheesecake.

Because I never have pictures of myself!  My Easter outfit!

Our desserts.  I clearly made too much because we had a TON left.

My family.

Logan and my niece, Lilah.  They are 11 months apart.

Pretty sure this sums up their relationship.

Previous posts about hosting Easter dinner:
2010's Easter Dinner Recap
2012's Easter Dinner Menu and Plan
2012's Easter Dinner Centerpieces