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Coconut Cream Chocolate Mousse
I was talking with family recently about some major life changes they’ve made, including trying to eat less refined sugars and more protein and healthy fats. It got me thinking about “healthy” desserts...
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All You Need is a Fresh Coat of Paint
These paint swatches have been up on our walls for over a year and a half, since before I got pregnant with our now 3-month-old son. Now that he is sleeping through the night, I decided it was time to...
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Getting Fresh, Organic Produce Delivered to Your Door
A few months ago, we received a great gift from my father: a delivery of fresh, local organic produce to our home. We scheduled it to arrive a few weeks after our new son was born and it was awesome to...
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Homemade Turkey Burgers
I’ve never made turkey burgers before, I usually just buy frozen. So when my dad invited us over for a barbecue, I decided to give it a try. My sister was visiting from out of town and she tries to eat...
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Homemade Taco Seasoning
Last Christmas, I wanted to gift something that was homemade, useful and affordable and thought of making a spice blend – but which to choose? I started to think about what spices my family loves to...
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Thrown Off Schedule – The Consequences of a Late Night Out
Going out for a night on the town is thrown out the window the minute you have kids. This includes dinners, movies, game nights, concerts, you name it. We know a few families with kids that are able to...
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Fruit and Nut Bars
These quick and easy to make fruit and nut bars are an excellent homemade treat you can take on hikes or enjoy as a mid-morning snack before lunch. They’re excellent as a snack in your kids’...
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All Natural DIY Air Freshener
Do you want your home to have that warm, welcoming smell, like Pottery Barn or William Sonoma stores have? Try this all natural air freshener that will brighten your home without the polluting,...
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Cutting Back on Facebook
Most of us know what a time suck Facebook can be, but it’s such a hard habit to break. I’ve read many blog posts out there with tips that suggest just checking it once a day or even using a timer app....
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Heavy on My Mind
I haven’t felt like myself lately. I feel like I have nothing interesting to say lately and no topics to write about. This is partially because something’s been weighing on me that makes other things...
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No-Sew Tiger Costume
This Halloween may have already come and gone, but I discovered a neat little trick you’ll want to try next Halloween, next school pageant, or the next time your kiddo needs a costume fast: a no-sew...
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Oatmeal Chocolate Cookies
After watching the delectably enticing Food Network the other night, I suddenly got a craving for some oatmeal cookies. I decided to go ahead and make a batch – and then eat 5 cookies all at once....
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Toddler-Sized Yoga
My husband bought a yoga mat from an El Segundo-based company last year after hemming and hawing about the price, but we ultimately decided it was worth it. He practices yoga regularly and we figured...
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Creamy Tofu Sauce
This recipe has been passed down from friend to friend via numerous photocopies and, supposedly, the original version came from a vegetarian restaurant based in redondo beach. It goes great on almost...
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Simple, Warm Winter Salad
With all this heavy holiday eating, I’ve been feeling like I need to find some new vegetarian recipes to round out our diets. My goal in the coming weeks is to try one new vegetarian recipe each week....
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Spiced Pumpkin and Carrot Soup
This week, as I continue with my goal to try one new vegetarian recipe a week, I bring you Spiced Pumpkin and Carrot Soup! It’s quick and easy to prepare, but it’s a hearty soup for these cold winter...
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Our First Family Flight
Call us brave, I don’t know, but, somehow, we survived our first flight from Los Angeles to New York with a toddler and 7-month-old. I tried reading up on all the different traveling tips beforehand...
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DIY: Reupholster Dining Room Chairs
I had a lot of fun with this little afternoon update to our living/dining room. I am by no means a professional upholsterer, so bear with me! I got sick and tired of looking at our ripped faux leather...
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Quick and Easy Pea Pesto
This quick and easy pea pesto is my go-to meal when I have leftover pureed peas. My son Jake is 8-months old and he’s still very picky about solid foods – he acts like I’m trying to kill him whenever I...
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Easy Banana Bread
My husband and I always have a ton of bananas on hand for his daily smoothies, but he uses them when they’re still green, so, inevitably, they get too ripe. Luckily, in our house, that means it’s time...
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