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This African curry is a simple, basic curry, developed by my grandmother and later adapted, that can be easily altered to fit your liking (and in some cases, your on-hand ingredients). Add more “heat” or less, more veggies, or even substitute the chicken for shrimp. Since everyone’s palate and spice tolerance levels vary greatly, it [...]
We are big fans of HearthSong, and this is not the first time we’ve had an opportunity to review their wonderful, high-quality toys. This time, HearthSong sent us the Marble Runaround, consisting of 45 vividly patterned wooden blocks with groves and holes for 10 marbles to occupy and “run around.” It’s a perfect toy for my son, [...]
Well, it’s that time again…moving day. YUCK. I do not like moving. I do not like saying good-bye. I do not like packing. It’s a bitter-sweet move, but I believe it’s God’s will for us. It is phenominal and amazing how God orchistrated things in our life to come together as they have to [...]
When it comes to makeup, I know exactly the look I want to achieve. When it comes to the choosing of colors to get the look or even the application, I am clueless to an infinite degree. (You would think that being a former super model’s daughter I would know ALL about makeup, right?) Every [...]
I realize that such a post comes at an inopportune time, as summer is nearly over, but I figure that these tips will come in handy on upcoming holiday travel as well. Having traveled via airplane with my first (and now second) child several times – short trips, cross-country trips, and even internationally – I [...]
For one of my BlogMania packages, i play is contributing two great items that I was personally able to review these past few weeks. A Stainless Steel Bottle and a Cornstarch Hand Teether from green sprouts! Who is i play? i play offers many eco-friendly and baby-friendly products that are non-toxic and safe ? from toys to clothing [...]
Silikids was started in 2006 by two revolutionary moms with vision and purpose. Inspired by the needs of their infant daughters, Stacey Feeley and Giuliana Schwab set out to design products that were functional and toxin-free while also easy to use and clean. The solution involved silicone, hence the name “sili” kids (I sheepishly admit [...]
Kia Motors America (KMA) presents the upcoming YO GABBA GABBA! THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY! tour… WE’RE ATTENDING THE FINALE! When I heard that my family was receiving tickets to the Party in Dallas (at the Dr. Pepper Arena), I was so excited that I had to “Get the Sillies Out!” Being that my [...]
All kids (yes, even us big ones) love straws, but do we really need straws? The simple answer is “no.” However, sometimes a little splurge feels good. In fact, when you see GlassDharma glass straws, you’ll want to drink all of your beverages with one. They are simple, but they add beauty to your day [...]
At BornFree the relationship between siblings are very important. That’s why we received something for each of my two kids to review this time – they were both thrilled (well, as thrilled as a 7 month old can be!). I like that they value and try to foster that sibling bond, so I’m a BornFree mom! [...]
I thought that I would stray away from Smart Tip Tuesday today, and give some food for thought. BUT, If you would like to read the continuation from last week’s DIY Cloth Pocket Diaper, click here. You know those stories you hear about missionaries in far off countries who share about the ways God has [...]
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Remember Laura, the owner of Super Undies, that is hosting this giveaway? Well, she is so generous that she is also hosting another! I was fortunate enough to snag a couple of these cuties from her while I was looking into cloth diapers on my visit to California. (The Darby Duck and Cheetah that I [...]
Soap Nuts? What? Nuts that are soap? Soap that grows on trees? But soap doesn’t grow on trees, does it? Those were my first thoughts upon hearing about Maggie’s Soap Nuts. So what are Soap Nuts? No, they aren’t really nuts (so no worries for those of you who might have nut allergies), but they [...]
Do you want to make the switch to “healthy living” by choosing non-toxic options but struggle with the time to research which products are safe for you and your family? Then, no problem! EcoMom.com does all the research and product testing, so you don’t have to. All of their products are nontoxic, natural, organic, and [...]
As I have mentioned a couple of times in the recent past, making our home a healthy (toxin-free) home is of upmost importance to me. As I sit here writing this review, I see a “yucky” hand lotion staring me in the face – it just pierces my heart and makes me cringe. On a [...]
It’s potty training season! Anyone scrambling to get this task done before preschool starts next month? So what’s the fastest way to get your child potty trained? CLOTH TRAINING PANTS!! Many experts agree that disposable diapers and training pants (like Pull-Ups) can hinder potty training efforts. Alternatively, they say that if the child can feel [...]
This is a “Tail of Two Dogs.” It was the best of dogs; it was the worst of dogs. Just kidding. No Charles Dickens novels here, but we do have two dogs, silver labs. I love my dog, ahem, dogs (Zuma’s mine and Kona’s my husband’s). We want what’s best for them, so that they [...]
Lactating much? If you have had trouble with your breastmilk supply, you’ll definitely want to stick around for this post… When my daughter was 3 weeks old, she was hospitalized with dehydration caused by nasty RSV. All the doctors thought we would be out of there within 24 hours, since she was exclusively breastfed. A [...]
Are you still being mauled by mosquitoes? Then you’re gonna need this stuff: Tropical Traditions Organic Insect Repellent In the last few weeks, I have been dodging the outdoors. Literally. I really don’t want to put on any nasty toxic repellents or anything that smells too strongly, as I am still nursing and carrying around [...]
Continuing our meat discussion part 1 and part 2… What is CLA? Conjugated Linoleic Acid. There are 16 different types of CLA, though each one is still being studied for their individual benefits. What is the richest natural source of CLA in the American Diet? Meat and dairy from 100% grass-fed animals. A cow’s diet plays [...]
If you’ve ever read my other blog, you know husband is a retired professional triathlete. He has always wanted to share his love of bikes with our 3 year old son. Thanks to HearthSong’s tremendous generosity, this is now a possibility. HearthSong sent us one of their top sellers and numerous awards winner, the Skuut [...]
When I first launched this blog in April, I had every intention of finding a team of regularly contributing mothers to post their ideas, stories, and advice. After all, the more moms that could share, the more moms this blog could reach and help. Well, this week that is finally happening. Of course we have [...]
In continuation of our meat mini-series, we will discuss the benefits of eating grass-fed beef purely from a human-health perspective. Though there are environmental benefits and it is more humane to raise range-fed cattle, I will refrain from those topics. Definition by the American Grassfed Association: Grass-fed products from ruminents (cattle, sheep, goats, bison, etc.) [...]
Teething is a rough time for babies and moms. If you have a little one with emerging teeth and busy little hands, you already know that wearing a necklace is not an option. When my son was teething, I made the mistake of wearing a pearl necklace during church one morning. This unfortunate incident did [...]
I recently had the pleasure of meeting and visiting with MonkeyBunz.com owner, Rhonda, in California during one of her runs. What an incredible mom she is! Having escaped corporate life to become a stay-at-home mom, she looked at starting her own home-based business in order to satisfy her need to return to the workforce. She [...]
This is one of those times for me, so I apologize but I am going to have to interrupt the normally scheduled post for the day. My head is just not in the right place to write the scheduled post after my over 2 hour long “conversation” with an airline about an error they made [...]
Do you drink sodas and sparkling water? Would you rather have the freedom to make it at home at lower costs? SodaStream provides a way! A healthier, “greener” and cheaper way without the use of batteries or electricity! With a touch of a button, you can enjoy soda your way… adjusting the amount of fizziness [...]
Ever wonder where that juicy steak you’re eating came from? Did it look fresh, juicy and red when you purchased it at the store? Well, of course it did! But it was probably injected with gasses, preservatives, and other chemicals to make it look so. And as an added bonus, you probably got some hormones, [...]
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