Could this be a winning batch of chili? We'll soon find out.

I find myself grading papers even when I'm having fun with friends

'Tis the season ... for a cookie decorating contest!

This is what a 2nd Runner Up decorated cookie looks like!

Take an NFL Player to School!

Here are pics from today's event if you are interested:

http://www.kansascity.com/934/gallery/1618601.html

My girls are too good to me!

Getting the word out!

I feel like I'm kind of "cheating" by using this for my photo of the day, but I wanted to spread the word about Ellen's entry in the KC Star - Best Dressed Halloween Costume contest!

Check out my blog for more info!

Close, but no cigar :(

I was nice & bet she'd deliver BEFORE the classroom Halloween party!

Judging comes to an end

Jill's photo from her journalism conference.

I'm officially the worst Oscar picker ever!

The wheels on the bus