Wait...it's October?! September slipped away before I posted my final update for the Declutter Challenge. Forgive me? You are such patient and forgiving readers. I thank you. This will be a quick update followed by the announcement for October's challenge. I won't keep you too long. Last ...
The Case For Putting Your Husband Before Your Kids
You love your husband. You love your kids. Let's be clear about one thing before you jump to any conclusions based on the title of this article alone. This isn't about loving one more than the other. Can we really compare the love of our kids to the love of our husbands? Can it be quantified? ...
Skinny Buckeyes
This recipe for Skinny Buckeyes was originally published in December 2011. I've updated and pictures and wanted to re-share this post so you can make them this football or holiday season! You don't want to miss this healthy candy recipe. If you live in or near Ohio, you know exactly what a Buckeye ...
Flourless Sweet Potato Muffins (Blender Muffins)
These Flourless Sweet Potato Muffins are easy to prep in the blender and are made without flour, oil, or refined sugar. They are a healthy way to start your day and are perfect for busy mornings! Do you have smooth mornings or hectic mornings at your house? Morning time is hectic at my house. I’m ...
Declutter Challenge Week 3 Update
I had one of those "my eyes are bigger than my stomach" kind of weeks. The kind of week where I had grand plans of all the things I would accomplish, only to realize I only had the time to get through about one-fourth of my intended tasks. Almost every day had a something that broke up the day and ...
And Then She Was Eight
Yesterday, the girl who first made me a mama turned eight years old. Eight. There's something different about this age, isn't there? A feeling like something is ending. An edging towards something. Or is it away from something? It's like she's holding hands with me, but just my pinky, not ready to ...
The Natural Pain Relief Method You Are Probably Forgetting About
Sometimes I don't realize my 38 year-old body can't do the same things it could when I was 18 or even 28. When it does try to do the same things, there are consequences. I'm talking about PAIN. Sometimes, I try to do more than my body can handle and need some natural pain relief. This weekend I ...
Declutter Challenge: Strategies for your Pantry and Refrigerator
One of the best feelings in the world is when your pantry and refrigerator are neat, clean, and organized. It's not a task I particularly love taking on, but once it's done, oh yes it feels good! If you feel lost, I have a plan for you. Here are the strategies you can use to declutter and ...
Declutter Challenge Week 2 Update
I hate cleaning, but boy do I like decluttering and organizing! What a great feeling getting rid of things that we no longer need and are only taking up space. This week's tasks were to declutter our living spaces and one "junk" area (junk drawer or cupboard). Find the strategies here if you missed ...
Anti-inflammatory Diet: List of Foods to Eat and Avoid
Chronic inflammation is linked to nearly every disease that plagues our society today. When our bodies are overloaded with dietary and environmental toxins, we switch on our immune systems and they don't turn off. An overactive immune system sends your body into a constant state of distress, and ...
Declutter Challenge Week 1 Update
How did you do in the first week of the Declutter Challenge? The tasks for Week 1 were to conquer the paper clutter and the clutter in your purse and/or wallet. (Get the plan here if you missed it.) Paper clutter is particularly challenging because just getting rid of it isn't enough. You can clear ...
Pumpkin Spice Quinoa Snack Balls
These Pumpkin Spice Quinoa Snack Balls make an easy make-ahead healthy snack! It's pumpkin time! I always look forward to this time of year. I love everything about fall, but I especially love all the pumpkin spice foods. These Pumpkin Spice Quinoa Snack Balls combine lovely pumpkin spice with ...