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Energy Drains

A funny thing happened when I started a blog about taking great care of yourself…I was challenged to take my own advice!   As Moms we all know that there are “seasons” in our life that are unpredictable– when weeks pass by like a breeze, everything clicks, time seems ample and everyone in the family unit is getting along [...]

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Mastering the Mini-Task

The need for a different approach to my time management became very clear to me once I began staying at home with young children.  I wrote before about finding a rhythm to my day.  Another effective technique I use is called Mini-Tasking. Let’s say I have the following on my to-do list: 1.  Return alarm clock for exchange [...]

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Three for One: Black Bean and Corn Salad

I am a big fan of cooking once and eating twice (or thrice!).  Here is a quick and easy recipe that is light, tassty and can be used for three different meals.  Perfect for this time of year, as we begin to move into lighter meals that emphasis plant protein, salads and light soups.  Day 1:  The [...]

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Why sponteneity needs structure

  Photo by Rob Lee  I don’t post much about parenting or running a productive household, because it is certainly not my area of expertise and others provide such comprehensive value on these topics, I am mostly the student here learning as I go.  But I do believe that running a smooth, productive and balanced household [...]

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6 "Under the Radar" Ways to Lighten Up on the Meat

Every body has its own unique requirements for the type and amount of protein needed to feel its best.  Many people (myself and my family included) enjoy and feel good with some amount of animal protein in our diet.  What is true, though, about the majority of us in western culture, is that we tend to eat [...]

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