Like a boat's bloated cry of its horn blaring through the clouds of dense fog filling a dark harbor, the coming of labor day always signals sort sort of change for me. It signaled the beginning of a new school year, the end of summer, and all too often, the start of a new chapter. When I got married, it brought on even more significance. I can't...

With the baby on the way, I've gotta make some room around here (a little extra cash wouldn't hurt either). That means I've gotta get rid of some of these extra t-shirts I've got laying around...Help me clear some room by picking up one of these bad boys for only $6.99 each (plus FREE shipping).Put down your wine glass and get yours today!Size: X-...

It happens more often than I'd like to admit...I always thought people would think I was crazy or even just plain weird for even mentioning it. Maybe I'm not alone... Do you ever catch yourself watching an event play out and know that you've seen it happen before? Like watching a summer re-run, you know the plot, you've seen the climax, and you ...

It's the theme that prevails through our lives...As children, we can't wait to become older. As adults, we can't wait to retire. As elderly, we can't wait to have grandchildren. What are you waiting for? Chances are you too are hoping time will pass you by. Why do we do this to ourselves? What's so wrong with this moment that it makes us want...

Do you remember that feeling when you were a kid? You know, the one where the excitement battling anticipation like a Chuck Norris smackdown felt like it would never end. For me, this wrestling match took place every Christmas eve. It was as painful as a roundhouse to the jewels just waiting for each minute to pass. I was tortured by the though...

It's now week 14 for Mrs. Whore and I...After making one of the biggest and quite possibly most awesome decisions of my life, I've realized that my goals have changed drastically. I thought I'd come back from the Wine Bloggers Conference with some sort of crazy video footage, pics, stories, and whatnot. I went back and forth on how I'd put it all...

Luckily this will be a short work week for me... Why? I'm heading to none other than Walla Walla, Washington. Sounds like a funny place, right? Well, there will be much serious business to attend to. That's because I'm traveling to this oddly named wine country to attend the 2010 Wine Bloggers Conference.I have to admit, I'm a bit nervous about...

There are five words you should always remember. These five words will help you get through almost any challenge. Just reminding yourself of this simple phrase is calming, reassuring, and uplifting all at the same time..."...these things come and go"I recently learned about the importance of this simple phrase while studying some of the ways by w...

It's funny how some things in life change...Although it was only three years ago, it feels as distant as a past life. I stood over the stove anxiously preparing one of the few dishes I knew how to make. Let me just start by saying that my spaghetti and meat sauce is by far quite unimpressive. That didn't stop me. I was hoping that the love I put...

Anyone who knows me will agree... I am anything but a snobby "connoisseur". I've had people call me a "wine expert" but that just makes me uncomfortable and quite honestly, it's NOT true! I may know a thing or two from my experiences in the world of wine and the places I've visited, but I would NEVER profess to be an "expert" or a "connoisseur". ...

I always take life with a grain of salt, ...plus a slice of lemon, ...and a shot of tequila.Cheers!

What is it about Vegas that makes it so hard to get back to reality when the fun's over?I'm officially broke, tired, hungover, and most importantly, glad to be home!I saw Cher, Cirque du Soleil Elvis, and the Blueman Group... lemme just say that the Blueman Group was my favorite show of the three. They freakin' ROCK!Cheers!

I have a problem... sure, you may be thinking, what's new? Well, this time my addiction isn't with wine. It all started last December. It was the first time I ever held one in my hands and for some reason, ever since, I haven't been able to put it down since. Yes, you may have guessed it... the object I picked up was a golf club and now I am ad...

As a wine neophyte, my quest for knowledge began like many others before it. By typing "how to taste wine" into that blank little box we all too often toss our queries for knowledge into like a wishing well, I searched for the holy grail. I read, I discussed, and most importantly, I DRANK! Many bottles, clicks, and books later, I realized the tr...

Yesterday was one of those days that you just know is going to end badly. It was like going to a Chinese buffet. You start with good intentions but an and four soiled plates later, you just want to puke. That's exactly how yesterday went for me... including the part about wanting to blow chunks!Okay, so here was the itinerary: start the day hang...

Something unexpected happened the other day. It all goes back to my patio. Sheila had been bugging me for weeks to replace the patio furniture. Not only was it as haggard looking as Courtney Love, but someone who will remain nameless (Sheila), decided to stand on one of the pieces while attempting to hang lights and unexpectedly fell through the...

What better time to write another post than while eating the leftover chicken parm from the other day. After all, I still owe you an explanation on how the Old Vine Zin went with this home cooked meal. Unfortunately my glass is empty tonight... I'm tired and I feel like I am fighting off an on coming cold. My plate however is far from solitude. ...

Ask 100 people this question and you are SURE to get 100 different answers..."What type of wine do you pair with....?"Sure there are probably tons of better choices but that's why I purposely grabbed this bottle of Old Vine Zin to pair with Sheila's chicken parm. Drinking the same old pairings gets boring... why not try something new and see how i...

As much as I hate to admit it, I DO have a preference. If you put a bottle of red and a bottle of white in front of me, I'll usually pick the red. The reason? My wife is NOT a white wine drinker. I'd love to drink more whites but she usually doesn't even want to try 'em. This all got me thinking, what type of white wine appeals to a red wine d...

Something strange happens to you when you start a blog...It doesn't matter what kind it is. It can be about your stupid cat for all I care... but once you start, your life changes. You find yourself sitting at your computer for longer periods of time. Your Facebook friends grow from family and that annoying guy from high school to thousands of p...