It’s September and I already have my first cold of the season. We all know that there’s never a good time for a cold, but the coughing sneezing and other symptoms always seem to appear at the most inopportune times. I guess there’s only so much we can do to prevent the inevitable! I know I’m not…
Helping Others Through Heifer’s School Milk Feeding Program
Thank you to Heifer International for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my very own. Last night was one of those nights where everyone decided to linger at the dinner table. I treasure those moments since they are becoming far and few between. As my kids get older and their lives ramp up I’m finding…
5 Ways to Combat Stress as We Transition to Fall and a prAna Discount Code!
Long gone are those lazy days of summer as we transition to the structured days of fall. Shifting from one season to another is no easy task. Many of us are feeling elevated levels of stress due to the changing of the seasons coupled with the upheaval happening in the world. As we struggle to…
6 Healthy Staples You Will Always Find in My Kitchen
Cooking healthy meals and choosing nutritious snacks becomes much easier when there are healthy choices at your fingertips. There are a few staples that are usually available in my kitchen, making nutritious snacks and meals easier to prepare. As our family heads into a busy season of juggling work, school and kid’s activities it’s important…
Why Mineral Sunscreen is a Safer Choice
This post is brought to you by Goddess Garden. This time of year most of us are slathering on sunscreen before we head out the door. We all know how challenging it is to get our kids to wear sunscreen, but it’s a necessity if we want to avoid skin cancer. I’ve been forced to…
How to Prepare Your Child for Overnight Camp
Overnight camps throughout the country will start over the next few weeks. Both my husband and I went to sleepaway camp and we have successfully passed this tradition on to our own children. The reasons why I love sending my kids to camp is long but allowing a child to develop “broadly as a human being”…
Safer Spray Sunscreens for Kids, Teens and Adults
For years I’ve been trying to persuade my kids to use anything but spray sunscreens. The problem is getting kids (especially teens) to actually use sunscreen. We all know it’s all about the convenience and finding a brand that blends into your skin. Every summer I test out non-toxic sunscreens and put together my list…
