Balance
The idea that much of what is good for us lies in the middle has been resonating with me lately. Much of what ails us is caused by too much or too little of a good or bad thing. A few that come to mind: Too much sunlight can cause cancer, but too little can lead to...Why We Meal Prep
A couple weekends ago, we did another cook-a-palooza. If you recall, earlier this year I wrote about how we plan, prep, and freeze a mass quantity of breakfasts, snacks, and dinners. We spent a good deal of money at Costco in preparation for the endeavor. And, it...Sisters, Sisters
As my two younger girls get older, I’ve become somewhat fascinated by their interactions. For those of you that know them, you understand that they are quite different in many ways. Eleanor is older than Abbie by 20 months. Eleanor is calm, patient,...Blue Zones
Have you ever heard of Blue Zones? This is a topic I find very intriguing. Blue Zones are specific areas of the world where people live the longest and healthiest lives. They have a strikingly high number of individuals living past 100. These people are not in...Meet the Dietitian
My home and blog are places for family, food, love, and a little bit of craziness. I share meal planning ideas, nutrition advice, healthy and tasty recipes, tips on raising a large family, as well as stories about the shenanigans that occur in our household on a regular basis.