All Aspects of Life are Rooted In Style
Right off the bat, I do not like bananas. It is a texture thing for me. Since they are a good source of potassium, I blend them into my protein shakes and banana bread. Since they are blended in, it is edible to me. I do not like banana pudding or cake, because those dishes... Continue Reading →
When it comes to feeding my family, I try to incorporate fresh vegetables as much as I can. Some of my favorite vegetables to work with are peppers, mushrooms and onions. Fresh vegetables and fruit have a short shelf life. Regardless of the recipe, I dice, chop or slice a portion of them in advance.... Continue Reading →
Pantry by Patricia Streeter Marshalls is one of my favorite stores, because I can buy quality products at a marked down price. In terms of merchandise, Marshalls is like Burlington Coat factory. It is very easy to get lost in the savings, because of their departments. Yesterday, I went to Marshalls to pick up shoes... Continue Reading →
I love coffee. Regardless of my lifestyle goals, I try to find a way to keep coffee in my life. Lately, I brew Dunkin’ Donuts with Stevia in the Raw and Lactaid 2% to taste. Although I am capable of drinking two to three 20 ounce cups a day, I was tired of pouring out... Continue Reading →
The season of love is coming soon. That's probably why kid-friendly Valentine's Day crafts keep popping up on my Facebook Newsfeed. These unsolicited posts made me think about tasty projects for my children. My eldest son loves to help me in the kitchen. Learning to cook is an importnat life skill. When I take out... Continue Reading →
Today is Ice Cream Sandwich Day! The holiday started in the 1900s. It is celebrated every year Aug 2. The original sandwich was made with milk biscuits and ice cream. They quickly gained popularity, because they were cheap and portable. Today, ice cream sandwiches are not hard to find. Most convenient stores sell them. You... Continue Reading →
Seems like life is going on a fast pace. Regardless of your age, it feels like you don't have time to the do the basics. For those of you who don't like to eat breakfast, I have an alternative for you. Drink something full of fresh ingredients. Give your body something to burn. For those... Continue Reading →
Let's admit it, food prices go up and down. The price of convenience can hurt families budgets. This is why families should ask them selves several questions. What am I good at? How can this skill benefit me? Will this improve my families budget? Do I/can I make time for this? If you answered yes... Continue Reading →
We all know fashion is everywhere, but it's shocking to see fashionable foods. Like outfits, foods can make a statement. The types of foods you eat, restaurants you frequent, and foods you cook can say a lot about your lifestyle. When fashion is literally combined with food, it can be extravagant. This is why it... Continue Reading →
