During the summer months, my family (like yours no doubt), is busy soaking up as much fun in the sun as we can. I still want our family to eat healthy, yummy food, but I sure don’t want to be tied down to the kitchen for long! My solution is pulling out the family favs [...]
Pretzel Chicken and Roasted Veggies-My Most Requested Meal
June 20, 2011 By
I’ve had other adults ask me for recipes, but this Pretzel Chicken recipe has KIDS asking me to give the recipe to their parents! If that’s not a ringing endorsement, I don’t know what is! I just wish I could claim it as my own creation. I’m sharing the recipe that appeared in Family Fun [...]
Do You Have a Smile File? If Not, You Should!
June 8, 2011 By
Right now, I bet you are saying, “I should have a what? A Smile File?” Yes, I said a Smile File. Curious what exactly this item is that I am proclaiming you need? Id’ be happy to explain, by way of a little story, of course. Years ago, I had a career as a financial services representative. During a [...]
Do Cell Phones Cause Brain Tumors?
May 23, 2011 By
Is our obsession with being accessible at any time and our gift for gabbing causing brain tumors and brain cancer? The jury is still out, but increasing evidence is being found that suggests cell phone use may indeed be hazardous to our health. In our society of over-information, you can find studies supporting and opposing just [...]
Celebrating Memorial Day – It’s More Than Just Summer’s First BBQ!
May 20, 2011 By
For many, Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer. It means inviting over friends and family, and firing up the grill for some backyard fun. Nothing is wrong with that – as long as we keep in focus why Memorial Day is a holiday, and incorporate an acknowledgment of it into our festivities. It [...]
Make Hay While Your Kids Play–Simple Ideas to Keep Kids Busy Outside
May 11, 2011 By
When the weather outside gets nice like it’s been the past few days, I am desperate to get busy with outdoor projects. Easier said then done with a preschooler in tow! So, what’s a parent to do? Take some toys you might already own outside, and let the kids – and yourself – get busy [...]
A Mother’s Day Gift to Yourself–Say Goodbye to Mommy Guilt!
May 4, 2011 By
Banish the should’ve, could’ve, would’ve, maybe, huhs of motherhood and get on with enjoying each day–perfect or not! Not a week goes by without one of my friends sharing feelings of mommy guilt with me: She yelled at her kids and wasn’t happy with how she sounded or handled things, or she’s stretched thin, and feels like her kids [...]
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Fun Food and Games!
May 1, 2011 By
Whether you have friends coming over to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, or you’d just like to have some fun with it as a family, we’ve got you covered! Our easy, great tasting recipes and fun, simple game ideas will add some divertido (that means fun!) to your fiesta! Lots of us celebrate Cinco de Mayo, [...]
4 Super Easy, Super Yummy, Make Ahead Easter Breakfast/Brunch Recipes
April 18, 2011 By
I love holidays–all of them! I enjoy making special goodies for my family and friends at this time too. But often, it’s a busy time as well. I feel pressured to get it all done. The recipes I’ve included in this post are all easy and intended to be made the night before. So, this Easter, [...]
Earth Day EVERY Day! It’s as Easy as 1-2-3
April 18, 2011 By
Earth Day is officially April 22, 2011, I but I’d like to propose we celebrate Earth Day every day! I think sometimes people think that being more ecologically-minded is an all-or-nothing proposition, or that it needs to be complicated. I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be that way! To me, you can live [...]
Fresh Produce from Basket of Life Farm’s CSA
April 4, 2011 By
Are you taking part in the latest healthy food trend? Are you a member of a CSA? Right now, you may be saying, “A CS what?!” Don’t fret, because I’m here to get you in the know, and share lots of great details with you about this wonderful program! What is a CSA? CSA stands [...]
Estrogen Supplements for Kids: It’s what’s for dinner!
March 23, 2011 By
Are you giving your kids an unhealthy does of estrogen for dinner tonight? For years now, scientific studies have gone back and forth about whether or not plastics release potentially harmful chemicals, especially when heated — like in the microwave or dishwasher. Recent research seems to once again provide a link between common household plasticware and their [...]
Nurture Easy Friendships
March 22, 2011 By
Friendships that fit like your favorite pair of broken-in jeans are incredibly special–don’t let them fall by the wayside! I just got back from spending a few days with one of my dearest friends, Joni. We’ve known each other since we became roommates while spending a college semester in Mexico. She’s totally quirky, and I [...]
Cooking with Kids plus kid-friendly recipes
March 8, 2011 By
My mom is a great cook and amazing baker, and I have such fond childhood memories of cooking with her. It was neat one-on-one time, doing something with both enjoyed. I was always so proud of my finished products–even the ones that didn’t turn out quite right! I continued the family cooking tradition when my eldest, Alyssa, [...]
Love Trumps All!
March 4, 2011 By
A few weeks ago, I volunteered at my daughter, Alyssa’s, 3rd grade school. I had my 3 year old, Lila, along for the ride. She’s particularly smoochy. She also often tells us how much she loves us. That day, in front of a group of girls, she did both, and I responded in kind. [...]
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