Does the word “diet” make you grimace? I get that. So many of us diet, but aren’t sure what to eat in our diet. Diet means what we habitually eat for food and drink. According to Webster’s, in the Middle and… Read More
Archive for the ‘Tips & Tricks’ Category
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Smoothie Time!
In the hot months of the summer, we find ourselves melting in the sun, hoping for a cool breeze. I find that the perfect way to cool off is with a delicious smoothie. Although ice cream may be an easier treat… Read More
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Come on over for a Picnic!
It was one of those rare summer days; no humidity and not too hot. It was a day of opportunity. I called up another family and proposed a picnic! By about this point in the summer, the heat has exhausted… Read More
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Become Your Own “Lord of the Fries”
It’s National French Fry Day! This year, Friday the 13th is your lucky day! This Friday is a day entirely dedicated to french fries. It’s National French Fry day! Before jumping into the world of fries, I feel like it’s necessary to pay… Read More
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Keepin’ it cool on the 4th!
Do you have memories of super-hot 4th of Julys? I mean burn your feet as you run across the beach hot, fry an egg on the sidewalk kinda heat. It’s the day that says, “Summer has definitely arrived.” And it always… Read More
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Joy at the Farmers Market
Oh, the possibilities that come to mind when I visit my local farmers market. Farmers markets have a special allure for me. The fresh fruits and vegetables are the main draw, but I also love checking out the products that… Read More
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10 Best Tips for Flavorful Burgers
As long weekends go, Memorial Day is one of my favorites. Memorial Day weekend forces me to take a good pause and truly relax. We hang out together as a family and inevitably join up with friends and neighbors for… Read More
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Cooking with Mom. 10 Easy ways to spend time with Mom in the kitchen.
How loud can a whisper be? Pretty loud with young children trying to sneak out of the house on Mother’s Day to let Mom sleep in. Every year my husband would get the kids up early and attempt to let… Read More
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Cinco de Mayo…Recipes, tips and more to plan your fiesta.
Hola! Shake a maraca and samba your way over to join us for a fun El Cinco de Mayo fiesta. Dip into our Chipotle-Black Bean Salsa and sip on a margarita. It’s fiesta time and we’re ready to celebrate. I’m always up… Read More
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Grow Your Own Vegetables: 8 Easy Tips to Get You Started
The saying “April showers bring May flowers” reminds me it’s time to prepare my vegetable garden for the new season. The weather is changing to warmer and longer days. April is still a bit raw in my area so getting… Read More