Archive for October, 2007

How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds!

Tip of the Week – Roast Pumpkin Seeds! As we prepare for the annual tradition of carving a Jack O’ Lantern, consider roasting those pesky pumpkin seeds! And when Busy Bee promises to do “the legwork” for you, this was a perfect example! I tested several tricky pumpkin seed recipes at home and ended up... Read more »

Fun Christmas Pajamas

Fun Christmas Pajamas for your Whole Family! While there are a lot of holiday gifts and decorations that can be bought at the last minute, there are some things that must absolutely be ordered now and Christmas pajamas is one of those things! If you’d like to have your kids attired in matching pajamas on... Read more »

Beautiful Thanksgiving Dinner Blessing and Prayer

Thanksgiving Dinner Blessing! With all of the duties that fall upon the host at Thanksgiving, it’s easy to forget about the blessing or prayer before dinner. I found an informal, yet meaningful blessing in the most unlikely of places: the Pottery Barn catalog! The words are simple and can be easily adapted to include any... Read more »

You’ve Been Jingled

You’ve Been Jingled! At Busy Bee, we’ve had tremendous interest in the Halloween tradition of “Booing” and many, many visitors have come to our site in search of a “booing” poem and gift suggestions! This has been so exciting for us that we decided to create Busy Bee’s very own Christmas version of “You’ve Been Booed!” Since... Read more »

A Jingling Poem

A Jingling Poem! Christmastime is drawing near, So here’s a fun way to share some cheer! “You’ve Been Jingled” is the latest sensation To get a merry start on your holiday celebration! Choose two families to receive some joy, Make each a gift of little treats or toys! The “jingling” will spread from home to... Read more »

10th Annual Red Bow Boutique!

Come see us at the New Jersey State Museum for the 10th Annual Red Bow Boutique! Shop for fabulous Holiday gifts and stop by to say hello! The Busy Bee will be offering whimsical hostess gifts by Mudpie. We hope to see you there!

Ten Things I Love!

Ten Things I Love! (besides my family and friends and in no particular order!) A cup of coffee in the morning and a glass of Chardonnay in the evening My fluffy white dog, Oliver The hot pink Kate Spade business card case that holds my Busy Bee business cards Basil, tomato (Jersey) and fresh mozzarella... Read more »

Boy’s 4th Birthday Party – A Beach Party!

Try a Beach theme for a Boys’ 4th Birthday Party! A Beach theme for a birthday party can be fun for a wide range of ages – from 4 year olds to 14 year olds! Upon request, here I’ve written a plan for a 4 year old boy’s party, but this plan can easily be... Read more »

Boy’s 4th Birthday Party

Boy’s 4th Birthday Party! In response to a request for ideas on a little boy’s 4th birthday party, here are some suggestions: Consider Having Your Party Outside the Home! When thinking about a party for a little boy who’s turning four, my first thought is to turn and run! Run quickly to a Chuck-e-Cheese, Gymboree,... Read more »

Fall Fashion Trends

Hot Fall Fashion Trends for the “Over 40’s!” I am far from being a fashionista, but some of the hot fashion trends this fall are pretty wearer friendly and not too difficult to add to your current wardrobe. If you’re truly fashion forward, accept my apologies, but for the rest of us, here are five of... Read more »