Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
Here we are into Fall and sadly it feels like 2020 is going to finish off with a bang, and by that I mean a ridiculously high amount of Covid-19 cases. Many of us have Corona Fatigue, but that doesn’t mean the battle is any…
When I was growing up, it was a family tradition to be gifted quality pajamas for Christmas from my Grandmother. My Mom would often get new sheets or towels. As a kid, it was sort of a ‘meh’ gift experience, but now as an adult…
Tis the season for rich foods and overeating! It’s not that I plan on giving myself a stomach ache, but I do often overindulge in treats and comfort foods over the holiday season. Post-meal regret often sets in when my stomach starts to bloat or worse, heartburn and acid-reflux leave me feeling a uncomfortable. (more…)
As parents, our children’s happiness is one of our biggest concerns. COVID-19 has presented new challenges to many students across the country, as many children are either doing online school or a hybrid version of online and in person school. Many kids are struggling with…
It’s easy to think that babies spend most of their early life filling their diapers, drinking milk and sleeping…and while there is some truth to that statement, your baby’s first year is, in fact, one that is filled with milestones and memories.
We recently adopted a young rescue pup from Mexico, Miss Abbey Rose. She’s as smart as a whip, but still under construction when it comes to her manners. Her boundless energy often translates to long walks or energetic games of fetch.
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I’m a busy gal and that means although I have the best intentions, I will often take only about half of my supplements every day. I usually forget to take half, or I forget which ones I’ve already taken! My cupboard of vitamins and pills…
This post is sponsored by Wente Vineyards but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Time seems to speed up after Thanksgiving as we all rush around to shop, travel, attend school plays and cram in company parties. The shorter darker days just…
I recently attended the Holiday of Play Virtual Toy Expo by Toy Insider seeking innovative educational STEM toys. I found plenty of STEM toys and activities for the holiday season, but also fell in LOVE with the retro themed toy minis from Super Impulse. If you’re a GenXer, you’ll be #totallystoked to see our childhood favorites such as real working mini PacMan arcade game, mini-magic 8 Ball, Lite Brite, Rubik’s Cube. (more…)
This easy dal recipe can be ready in about 30 minutes, but the longer you simmer this tasty soup, the smoother it becomes! Split pigeon peas are also known as Toor Dal, and have been enjoyed for least 3,500 years. The center of origin is…
What do you do when a friend calls you and says he has too much fresh Blue Fin Tuna from a fishing trip? You ask where they are so you can run down to the docks and get some! We eat fish as part of…
Starting your own business may be a dream that you feel is close to becoming a reality. But there is risk involved. You stand to lose everything if things don’t go to plan. And you will need to spend many late nights with an open laptop and a notepad creating your business plan. Securing funding will be another hurdle to cross (click the link to find more information on business loans) because starting a business without funding is practically impossible. Thorough planning and preparation is essential to succeed. (more…)
