Blog Entries for kjgraham

Welcome to the Large Family Club

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

When I was pregnant with our third child, I would constantly run into acquaintances who would say things like, “You’re pregnant again. Are you crazy?” or “Haven’t you guys figured out what causes that yet?” or “Why doesn’t your husband just 'get it taken care of' like all of his friends?” Of course, the real questions behind the questions were, "Who in their right mind would choose to have so many children in this [...]

Spotlight on Auburn Businesses

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Spotlight on Auburn Businesses Part I: Carpe Vino is No Compromise

This is the first in a Series of blogs where I will be highlighting new and old businesses unique to Auburn. This is my way of supporting our town's "Think Auburn First" campaign, which I read about in the Sentinel and was reminded of more recently in Gary Moffat's column, "Don't Drive to Roseville; Think Auburn First", a few months ago.

In his article, Gary mentioned several r [...]

Paradise for Outdoor Adventurers and Nature Lovers

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:46:22 +0100

We had a relative visiting from New Hampshire recently, and as good hosts do, we took her all around the area to see the sights. It was during this week-long adventure of daily excursions that I was reminded of what a plethora of wonderful natural sights and adventures Placer County and the surrounding area have to offer. All too often we get tied up in our busy lives and don't take the time to appreciate the beauty in nature all around us. There is truly so much to encounter just minu [...]

Safeway is shaping up

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 21:00:31 +0100

The new Safeway (in the building that used to be Pak N Save) is shaping up into a very nice store. It is still under remodel but the Bakery & Deli departments had their grand opening today. The displays are very well-done as they invite you to select something scrumptious-looking. This makes for a pleasant shopping experience as long as you don't have two wiggley-whiney kids like I do. The presentation of all the cakes, cookies, pastries, salads, entertaining platters, cheeses, etc. [...]

Make Music Together

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 18:33:32 +0100

Are you looking for something fun to do with your baby, toddler or preschooler this summer? How about taking a music class together? Did you know there is an internationally recognized children’s music program available right here in Auburn? Music Together® is specially designed for babies, toddlers and preschoolers and the adults who love them! The program supports the natural learning of the child as well as the participation of adul [...]

Rib Recipe for Dad's Day

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Thu, 31 May 2007 00:08:35 +0100

Just tried a new recipe for ribs that was a huge hit, so I thought I would share since Father's Day is coming up soon. My husband raved about these ribs all night and I was happy because they were very easy to prepare (not a two-day marinade process like so many other recipes). If the way to a man's heart really is through his stomach, then I think these ribs would do the trick! The recipe says to put the ribs under the broiler as the last step, but we put them on the BBQ instead and the [...]

Six Degrees?

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 01:29:13 +0100

I have lived in Auburn for over five years and I am just now beginning to realize what a small world it is here in the Sierra foothills. Have you heard of the Six Degrees Theory that claims anyone on the planet can be connected to any other person through a chain of six people? Well, I think that theory is actually true, especially in Auburn. Here's proof.

A couple of weeks ago my husband went to visit a former colleague at his home. His former colleage's wife was there a [...]

New Discoveries

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 02:09:45 +0100

After having lived here for five years, I have just recently made some exciting discoveries in the Auburn area. We may not have our own shopping mall (nor really want one), but there are definitely some neat shops tucked away in the nooks and crannies of our town. For those of you who have lived here forever, you may not be surprised. However, if you are new to the area, you might find it interesting to learn about some businesses you may not have guessed were here.

For example, did [...]