I enjoy the phrase “Life Happens” because it encompasses much without muddying things with unnecessary details. A few weeks ago I advertised a series of posts on pregnancy weight gain, nutrition, and fitness. (see:Reader Question: Overweight and Expecting – How much weight should I gain?) I told you to look for them the week after Mother’s Day. Today I have two … Continue reading »
Many home cooks are crazy about their electric slow cooker. Personally I am a bigger fan of braising in a Dutch oven. I just like the taste of food cooked slowly in the oven better than on a counter top. The meat and vegetables achieve a deeper flavor in the Dutch oven. Their tops and … Continue reading »
Several months ago friends of ours sent out an invitation to join them in purchasing a cow. Luckily they were only buying the meat and not a live animal. After a little discussion we decided to go in for a 1/8 portion of the butchered cow. Historically I have not eaten much beef for both … Continue reading »
I was glancing at my calendar of “national _____ day(s)” and learned today, May 6th, is No Diet Day. I was intrigued. After a brief search of the web I discovered No Diet Day is an international movement whose intent is celebrating bodies of all shapes and sizes. According to Wikipedia the first No Diet … Continue reading »
We are on the verge of an absolutely stunning weekend. I am itching to soak up as much warm sunshine as possible before the weather remembers it is only the beginning of May and the clouds make their way back over our corner of the globe. At this very moment Pacific Northwesterns are busy raising their hem … Continue reading »
I went to the grocery store with half a list, half a menu plan, half my usual energy, and half way through I got really hungry. Not the best senario for food shopping. The little voice in my brain started nagging at me to go over to the deli counter and pick out something to … Continue reading »
On Friday our family packed a picnic and visited the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. I thought you might enjoy a few of the shots we captured in the fields. It is always a treat to be able to see row upon row of vibrant tulips up close. We even told The Little Helping we were … Continue reading »
This week I am just over halfway through pregnancy #2. Since announcing my current pregnancy I have received a lot of great questions about having a healthy pregnancy. Readers, friends, and family have all been especially curious to know how I am dealing with weight gain this time around. Truthfully it has been a bit of … Continue reading »
In my experience, a little splurge now and then is a good thing. I am often asked if there are rules about what treats I can eat or when I can eat them. Happily there are no over arching rules or restrictions governing my food choices. My primary goal is to be mindful of what … Continue reading »
This week is framed by two wonderful days that remind us to be mindful citizens of the planet. When I think about Earth Day and Arbor Day I am inspired to find ways to protect and celebrate the wonders of the natural world. Monday, April 22nd is Earth Day, “an annual day on which events … Continue reading »