If my kids say “poison ivy” they get it. That’s a bit of an exaggeration, but every summer someone’s covered from head-to-toe in poison ivy and I’m done. I have the natural remedies for poison ivy down-I’ve had to use them so many times. The saying goes “leaves of three let them be”. Learning how to identify…
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Manduka Yoga Mat and unBLOK Party
Yoga has been a big part of my life for many years. My first yoga class was taught by Barron Baptiste at a Boston gym. I remember taking the class with a friend and laughing as we realized how inflexible we truly were-in more ways than one. My practice has evolved over the years. At times…
EPIC Movie Red Carpet Adventure and Review
It took us planes, trains and automobiles to get to the premiere of EPIC in New York City, but it was worth it. What started off as an exiting adventure with my 12 and 11 year old boys quickly turned into a comedy of sorts as we tried to make our way into NYC from…
I’m a Mom on a Mission Finalist!
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the Healthy Child Healthy World Mom on a Mission® campaign, it’s “designed to honor those who truly make a difference. Currently in its fifth year, the program aims to recognize all that moms do to make the world a better place as women, consumers, thought leaders and role models…
When You Drive the Earth Smokes
My nephew Eliot is a rock star in my book (not that I’m biased or anything). Eliot submitted this cartoon and won the Yahara River Writers Top Ten Award for his creation (an event sponsored by Greater Dane County TAG Network). At age 11 he gets it. He understands that vehicle exhaust is the leading source of…
I’m Heading to New York City for an EPIC Premiere!
Around this time tomorrow I’ll be walking down the red carpet in New York City, headed to the premiere of the movie EPIC. Two of my three boys will be joining me and I’m beyond excited. Here’s the scoop. It all began when Diane of Big Green Purse organized a blog carnival and posed the…
10 Reasons to Love Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are one of those vegetables that most people either love or hate. For many of us they’re no longer the food that our mother’s forced us to eat. Brussels sprouts have graduated onto my superfood list and with good reason. They’re not only full of flavor, but they also have a ton of…
