Written by Meg, Contributing Writer With the holidays nearly upon us, I know many of us are already thinking of the many gifts we are preparing to share with others this season. If you’re like me, you also have the burden of wanting to share with those around us, but feeling the pinch of a…
Written by Stacy Karen, Contributing Writer It never ceases to amaze me just how much joy a simple act of kindness can bring. A thoughtful card often takes very little effort, yet provides so much encouragement. Taking the time to create something for another helps build character in our kids. It trains their mind and…
With both Thanksgiving and Christmas fast approaching, it’s time to begin thinking about holiday menus! Serving food that is both nourishing and frugal (and still delicious!) is absolutely possible and our family and friends will thank you for it. I’ve paired up with 7 of my favorite real food bloggers and for the next 8…
I’ve always been a list maker. I make lists of what needs to be done in the day, what food is in the fridge that needs to be used up, what meals I’m going to make, what to pack for a trip, what gifts to buy, what errands to run and what order to do…
It’s time to share all of our favorite, tried-and-true recipes! You know, the ones that you can’t really imagine not having at your holiday table and that just taste like Christmas to you. Traditions are such an important part of how we celebrate holidays, and traditions involve all of the senses- including our smell and…
Living somewhere foreign is an excellent way to challenge yourself to make more foods from scratch. While living in Japan, I missed North American food so very much (though I definitely like Japanese food as well). At times, I went to great lengths to make something that tasted like home. Like the time I made…
I love Christmas food! Turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, sweet or mashed potatoes (or both), hot spiced apple cider, “sugar” cookies…There is something about holiday food that is incredibly festive and celebratory, and so very familar and comforting as well. Unfortunately, holidays often tend to be a time when many of us fall off of the…
Shannon has declared a Christmas edition of Works-for-me-Wednesday, so here are a couple of great cookie recipes. They are both quite healthy, and very adaptable to different diets and allergies (wheat free, gluten free, egg or dairy allergy, etc.)! Enjoy! This is one of our favorite little treats! The recipe originated from Rejuvenate Your Life,…
“It’s the MOST wonderful time of the year!” Can you hear the music? For some of us, it’s time to figure out if we’ll send out Christmas cards, letters, family pictures, or all three. Sending out a Christmas letter doesn’t have to be a chore. Here are ten creative Christmas letter ideas. 1. Have a…
Our Thanksgiving cooking tool guide is full of ideas to help you stay organized and stress-free in the kitchen and beyond. These cooking tools are total must-haves. Yay! Gobble-Gobble.
Thanksgiving is truly my favorite holiday. In fact, it is the one holiday my husband and I ask the entire family to come over and celebrate what we are most grateful for while eating delicious food surrounded by gorgeous and natural Fall decor. Can we say YUM and how THANKFUL we are for good food, good friends, and a beautiful family? Amen and Gobble-Gobble.
One of our favorite Fall traditions is picking out pumpkins for each family member. Over the years we’ve found some creative ways to display and enjoy the beautiful, colorful, and healthy pumpkin. Cheers to all-things-pumpkin!
Bulletproof coffee helps you stay healthy, energized and “regular”. Once I found this easy 4-ingredient coffee recipe, I was hooked. Drinking bulletproof coffee has helped my skin, digestion, mood, heart health, and so much more. Try this out! Cheers to delicious coffee!
Looking for Valentine’s gifts? Have a natural bend of mind? Here’s what we’ve found and loved…
The true heart of Christmas isn’t in the gifts, the decorations, or the to-do lists. Here’s a reminder about what’s important and where we should be looking.
I was inspired this year to collect my favorite Thanksgiving things into one place. Here they are…and I’d love to hear what yours are too!
Inspired by the moms in my life, here’s a Mother’s Day gift guide for healthy minded moms and encouragement for you to keep up the great work.
Looking for a way to use those empty mason jars? Here are some of my favorite easy mason jar Easter decorations.
Here’s a healthy St. Patrick’s Day treat for your little leprechauns to celebrate the coming holiday…or spring…or Easter…or anytime you want a fun snack!
This chana dal stew with winter greens is a simple stew that’s also easy, delicious, and frugal – even your kids will love it!
By Hilary Bernstein, Contributing Writer Inhale. Exhale. January’s here. Can you feel the peace? Have you embraced the calm? If your December was anything like mine, you’ve just made it through a Christmas frenzy. So much to do, so many things to plan, so many people to see. While I love Christmas, sometimes I think…
By Stacy Karen, Contributing Writer The days and weeks following the holidays can often be a time when extra attention to detoxing is needed. Our bodies naturally detox on a daily basis, however, after extra indulgence and exposure to sugar and stress, it can be helpful to encourage the process a little. Increasing consumption of broth-based soups, lemon water,…
Are you the mom who does it all? If so, this post is a reminder that you are a person too…someone who needs cared for and looked after (with tips to help).
I’d always thought homemade mini marshmallows were way too hard to bother with, and was surprised at how fun and easy they were to make.