Twenty-seven years ago, this week, I became a mom to a tiny baby who was born four+ weeks early. That first fall and winter, he was so tiny we rarely went anywhere. As Spring came, he was growing and making up for being so tiny. That first summer, I started taking him places just to… Continue reading 27 Years With My Best Hiking Partner
Month: September 2024
Commercial Meal Review: Kickin’ Chicken Hot Wings Wrap
I've enjoyed the many Packit Gourmet no-cook wrap fillings over the years. Kickin' Chicken Hot Wings Wrap was the last one, and I had not tried it. The wrap filling can be eaten straight out of the bag or used in wraps for a hearty lunch. It retails for $13.99. Dry ingredients. Cage Free Chicken,… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Kickin’ Chicken Hot Wings Wrap
Commercial Meal Review: Dab’s Smash Burger
Packit Gourmet just debuted a new meal. If you remember the All American Works Burger from them, this is a modern riff on it. The new meal is Dab's Smash Burger W/ Secret Sauce. It can be prepped warm or hot, and eaten alone or used in a wrap. It is priced at $14.99. Dry… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Dab’s Smash Burger
Gear Review: Extremus Rechargeable Electric Lighter
Last year, Kirk picked me up an Extremus Rechargeable Electric Lighter on a sale, which he charged and gave to me to put into my outdoor kitchen gear. I then promptly forgot about it. Yesterday, I was out working on meals when I saw the lighter in one of my bags. I thought about it… Continue reading Gear Review: Extremus Rechargeable Electric Lighter
Commercial Meal Review: Packit Gourmet Poblano Corn Chowder
Packit Gourmet has brought back their Poblano Corn Chowder for a limited time. I hadn't picked it up before, and that was my loss! I love corn chowder, and it's not something you see targeted for hiking meals, especially in commercially made meals. There is so much to love about a thick and creamy chowder:… Continue reading Commercial Meal Review: Packit Gourmet Poblano Corn Chowder