Events,Giveaways and the lives of Akron Moms
I try not to grab fast food while on-the-go and I also watch my kids’ sugar intake. It can be hard when preparing lunches and grabbing quick snacks for after school, for sport practice, and while we are on-the-go. Summer is around the corner, with increased road trips. It’s time to come up with a [...]
I steam vegetables several times a week for my family. Steaming is one of the best ways to prepare vegetables to lock in flavor since they are always cooked just right. Plus, when you stem vegetables, more nutrients are maintained compared to other cooking methods. Plus, it is a healthier way since you are not [...]
Summer is almost here. I cannot wait to have my kids home! Carefree, fun days are ahead and we are all looking forward to it. Even though we will have plenty of fun in the sun, one thing that I won’t allow is brain drain. Did you know that kids lose 1-3 months of learning [...]
The trusted name in crackers just got better! Triscuit just came out with a new brown rice line of crackers baked with 100% whole grain brown rice and wheat. They have 5 new flavors that add great new flavors to your snacking line up! We were given samples of each new flavor to try out [...]
Disclosure: I received the book Power Vegan for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. We all know that eating fresh fruits and vegetables, and non-processed, preservative free foods are key to a healthy lifestyle. As mothers, and ultimately the captains of our ships called ‘Family,’ it’s important that we take care of ourselves [...]
I’m not a short order cook, however my family like variety. I only prepare one meal for each meal-time, however I like to offer choices. That is why I was thrilled to receive several packages of the new Quaker Perfect Portions oatmeal for review. Quaker Perfect Portions are multi-serve, re-sealable packages of oatmeal with no [...]
My husband and I are trying to eat healthy and get more exercise into our daily routine. Earlier this week, my husband and I took a break from work for a hiking lunch break. I love the natural resources of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Metro Parks that surround us with beauty and [...]
Everyone is talking about the health benefits of juicing. Juicing gives your body an amazing amount of nutrients and can improve your overall health and wellness. Not all juicers are created equally, some don’t allow you to receive all the nutrition benefits form fresh produce. The Green Star Elite Juicer is designed to provide all [...]
My family enjoys the outdoors. We are often found hiking in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park – year-round. My son has been into the minecraft game lately and it is hard to tear him away – but we do – and he always has fun once we get outside. Last week, we took a trip [...]
Avast ye! This is what all the kids at school are eating at lunch time – Pirate’s Booty aged white cheddar rice and corn puffs. As a lunch mom, I see all the food moms pack their kids – plenty of junk and sometimes a wholesome treat like Pirate’s Booty. It is the yummy snack [...]
I have never held a brunch in my home. When I was invited by Eggland’s Best to check out their delicious brunch recipes, I was inspired! My family didn’t get together for Easter over Easter weekend, so we got together this past weekend for a brunch. We all had fun checking out new brunch recipes [...]
You may remember reading about Tina Shelley’s Weight Loss Journey last month. Tina Shelley’s Continued Weight Loss Journey I woke the other morning to see the sun shining and hear birds chirping. Spring is here and summer isn’t far behind. That means getting ready for sleeveless dresses, tank tops, and swimsuits! In the past, I’d [...]
My kids love PB&J! It is great for lunch, an after school snack, and for taking with us on hikes. We all have our ways of making the classic PB&J sandwich. See bottom of post on how your PB&J creation could win you $500! I like a lot of peanut butter while my husband prefers [...]
Running your kids to school, sports, playdates, etc. means that everyone has a lot less options for healthy eating. Check out these 5 Things that Make Healthy Snacks Appealing. Taste. This seems like a no-brainer, but the universal demand is for something that appeals to the taste buds, no matter what age they are. The [...]
Are you looking for a way to reduce the amount of sugar and calories your family consumes? We had the chance to review Nectresse, a 100% natural no calorie sweetener. How is Nectresse a natural no calorie sweetener? Nectresse is made with extract from the green melon called monk fruit. It is 150 times sweeter [...]
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My name is Cindy, I am an active stay-at-home mom of two kids ages 6 & 8. I am the lead author and developer of this blog. I married my husband Matt in 1998, after dating 4 years through college. My role in our family takes many forms: … [Read More...]
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