This post represents a compensated editorial partnership with The Family Dinner Project. All storytelling and opinions are, of course, my own. When my kids were small having a family dinner was no big deal. It was easy. There wasn’t any arranging needed. Back then our dinner hour was on the early side- anywhere between 5:30 and 6:30…
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Teaching Kids Where Food Comes From
A while back I made a resolution to eat sustainable, locally grown food as much as possible. I’ve done my best, but it’s next to impossible to grow or find seasonal locally grown food year-round in New England. When those cold winter months kick in there’s not a lot growing in our area and we…
My Appearance on ABC World News and the BPA Decision
For those of you who missed the national news on Saturday night, as I did, here is the clip from my appearance on ABC World News Tonight discussing bisphenol A (BPA). The FDA’s refusal to ban BPA was a tremendous disappointment. My interview with ABC World News with Diane Sawyer took place on Friday afternoon,…
Eggsperiment: CSA Eggs vs. Organic Store Bought Eggs
It’s very rare these days to find a morning when we have no plans. This past Sunday was one of those mornings when we were all home with nothing to do. We decided it would be the perfect time for our much anticipated eggsperiment. What’s an eggsperiment? We have been part of a CSA for…
I’m a Stonyfield Yo-Getter
Sometimes there’s news that’s just worth sharing. I’m thrilled and honored to have been selected as a Stonyfield Organics Yo-Getter! We are big Stonyfield fans in our house-so it just feels right to align with a company that’s organic and prides itself on green values and initiatives. The Yo-Getter gig is a new ambassador program…
BPA Strikes Again and This Time at Kids
BPA just won’t go away. It has been found on everything from receipts to dollar bills. In a new report by the Breast Cancer Fund dangerous levels of the toxic chemical bisphenol A (BPA) were found in a wide variety of canned foods specifically marketed towards kids. Some of the highest levels were found in Campbell’s…
Preserve Summer: How to Freeze Blueberries
Blueberry season is in full swing here in New England and pints of blueberries can be found at most markets and farm stands. Blueberries are ripe and ready to pick only during the month of July in most places, so now is the time to stock up on your favorite organic blueberries. There are plenty…