This is a guest post about a subject near to my heart. Family fitness! From the time my children were little we have enjoyed exercising together. Many days were spent at the local Y trying to see who could hold their breath the longest underwater. We’ve shared the paths of many greenways during our time …
Stop praying for me when I need you to listen
Know when someone needs you to listen Life can be incredibly painful at times. Everyone experiences times of struggle; some seem to have more strife than others. When it all seems too much, most of us are just looking for someone who understands how to sit with us in our pain. We need a person …
Good Sleep Hygiene is the forgotten key to weight loss success
Weight loss success with good sleep hygiene It’s midafternoon, and you can barely keep your eyes open. You grab an energy drink or a cup of coffee. Later that night you toss and turn with a million thoughts running through your mind. One of which is to wonder why you can’t sleep. The next morning …
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Being Diagnosed with Mold Illness / Lyme Disease
Since we had ruled out most causes for low iron, mentioned previously in my post on anemia we turned our focus to Mold Illness / Lyme Disease. While I was waiting for test results, I did a Visual Contrast Screen (VCS). A VCS is a test you can perform from a computer by looking at …
Steak with Browned Garlic Butter and Cauliflower Mashies
Scrumptous Steaks on the Grill or Broiler Steak on the grill! Nothing beats a good grill out and fall is my favorite time to eat outdoors. When the heat of summer has passed but it’s still nice outside. If you don’t want to grill, this recipe can easily be made by searing the steaks in …
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Easy Entertaining with Charcuterie Boards
One of my favorite quick and easy ways to offer guests a bite to eat without having to bake or stand over the stove is to assemble a Charcuterie Board. They can be a lifesaver during the holidays if you need to offer food several days in a row. Just pick up a good supply …
Parents, put your sleepless nights in the past!
Giveaway to celebrate better sleep for kids! Another of many sleepless nights spent sharing your sleep oasis with a bed hog under three feet tall? Most parents have missed more than one night of sleep tangled in a web of kid arms and legs! See the giveaway details at the bottom of this post* It’s not …
Labor Day Celebration – the unofficial end of summer
Pack your bags or fire up the grill For many Americans, the Labor Day Celebration represents the unofficial end of summer. In a nation that take less vacations and work longer hours than any other industrialized country, we NEED to celebrate! Whether you spend Labor Day shopping for great deals, taking that last vacation of summer …
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My kids favorite homemade ice cream – sweetened with maple syrup
My children love ice cream as much as any other kids. Being the label readers they are, we often end up scrutinizing the ice cream section for something suitable. Because I make my own ice cream sugar free and it looked like so much fun, they wanted in on the game. So I decided to …
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How to get kids outdoors when screen time struggles are REAL
Trying to get out kids unplugged and outside We know that allowing our children to have too much screen time is robbing them of precious time moving their bodies yet it’s so easy to fall into a habit of not monitoring. Even worse, we try to track screen time, but it turns into World War …
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Getting the Restorative Sleep You Need
Estimates show that around half of the population in America are suffering from sleep disorders. Missing out on a good night’s sleep is not only causing us to be sleepier, but also increases the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension leading to shortened longevity. Unfortunately, this is not the end of the bad news. …
Iron Infusions for treating Iron Deficiency Anemia
As I explained in my first post about Iron Deficiency Anemia, my Ferritin level was seven, well below the “healthy” range which is: After having three iron infusions, my health care provider retested my blood. I’m happy to report that my iron level was up to sixty-nine. I felt much better; the chest pains that …
Girls Guide to the Ultimate Beauty Routine
A beauty routine can help keep our skin looking healthy It’s an age-old quest; how do I keep that youthful look for as long as I possibly can? I will eventually go into depth about this, but for now, I want to cover what I consider the ultimate beauty routine. In a series of upcoming …
Back to school checklist with FREE printable
Get all your back to school tasks done on time like a pro Among my friends feelings towards back to school time are split between those who adore and those who abhor the task. Either way there are a number of things that must be done and a few that can help ease the transition. …
Iron Deficiency Anemia and Chest Pain – My Journey
Iron Deficiency Anemia can cause frightening health problems, including chest pain Suffering from Iron Deficiency Anemia without knowing you even have low iron is possible. Some symptoms you may experience may go overlooked by your health care provider. That is why I encourage you to stay in tune with your body and listen to what …
Does the KonMari method of decluttering bathroom and beauty products work?
The KonMari method inspires me but it is not my rule book Since reading Marie Kondo’s best selling book, the life-changing magic of tidying up, I have embarked on many decluttering and organizing projects. The book has inspired me to get things tidied up and keep them that way. It has also changed my perspective on …
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How to get the next generation back in the kitchen
Our kids need a food revolution You know what I love about a kitchen? I adore the fact that it is a place where I can strengthen my bond with my children while teaching them life skills. It’s a place where I can nourish their bodies while I am discovering what they love in life. …
Use Coschedule to keep up with social media posts
Social Media is key for sharing content Keeping up with social media can be an overwhelmingly large job if you do it right and if you’re doing it alone. Using a social media scheduler like CoSchedule can save you lots of time while getting your message out there. Perfect for those who prefer to schedule …