I have an amazing friend named Gemma. She is originally from the Philipines but entered my life about 6 years ago when she became the nanny for a close friend of mine. I remember when my girlfriend sent around an email announcing Gemma's arrival - she said that she had a wonderful woman who would be joining … Continue reading My Friend Gemma & Her Mouthwatering Noodle Dish
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Stress and Sacrifice in Competitive Sports
Just the other evening as I was kissing my oldest son goodnight he asked if I would sit with him for a minute. "I'm feeling really stressed out mom and I want to talk to you about it" he said. Of course immediately my brain started racing with worst possible scenarios. I was certain something terrible had happened … Continue reading Stress and Sacrifice in Competitive Sports
The Field Trip from Hell & Hot Spiked Apple Cider
Earlier this week I went on a field trip with my littlest guy who is in junior kindergarten. "A lovely day at a nearby pumpkin patch" was what it said on the form that he brought home. "Spend time at a local farm learning about agriculture and the importance of farmers in our society." Wow - it … Continue reading The Field Trip from Hell & Hot Spiked Apple Cider
Swearing, Connection & Vulnerability
*Warning: If you are offended by swearing then this post might not be for you! I think I've mentioned in the past that my 4-year-old has picked up some unfortunate bad language. I'm not 100% sure where it all started but with his 13-year-old brother and his buddies hanging around our house all the time and with a … Continue reading Swearing, Connection & Vulnerability
An Imperfect Rockstar
A few weeks back, I wrote a post about an amazing contest that was being run by Tuja Wellness with the prize of a scholarship to Meghan Telpner's School of Culinary Nutrition. They were looking for a "Nutrition Rockstar" - and I am thrilled and humbled to announce that I am the very lucky winner. I am … Continue reading An Imperfect Rockstar
Lori Leigh Wilson 