Fast and Healthy 20-Minute Meals
Winter weather is in full swing and has brought with it to my house an unexpected consequence—lack of motivation. (The first step in resolving a problem is to recognize it, right?) Shorter days and freezing temperatures have seemingly sucked the life out of my daily routine and even some of my favorite activities, including cooking. …
Easy One-Pot Meals to Keep You Warm this Winter
Brrr…when it’s just too cold outside to want to do anything but relax in front of the fireplace or curl up with a good book, a slow cooker will be your new favorite kitchen toy! It’s perfect for times when my schedule is hectic and I can’t spend an hour making dinner or I simply want …
Good Starts: Healthy Breakfast Tips and Ideas
One of my personal goals for 2014 is to eat better. Major shifts in habits and lifestyle are not my strong suit, so I’ve learned that making small changes gives me the best chance for success in meeting my goals. In my quest to eat better this year, I am trying to add breakfast into …
5 Tips to Help Your Resolutions Stick
Ah, January! The new year stretches out before us, full of potential and possibilities. And for many us new resolutions as well. We make lists, join the gym, start off strong. And then by about week three of the new year, we’re overwhelmed, discouraged, or have lost our motivation. It doesn’t have to be that …
Sweet Summertime Dessert Treats
Finally, we’ve hit the heart of summer here in the south, and the heat and humidity are in full force! And while this heat has slowed me down in some areas, the kitchen is certainly not one of them. Most weekends my extended family gets together at my Granddaddy’s for Sunday lunch after church. We …
How to be an organized mom
Organization is a key element in parenting. Without it, bills will go unpaid, events will be forgotten, schedules will go out the window and your time is not spent to its maximum potential. But getting – and staying – organized is not an easy task, especially when children are involved. These tips will help you …