When I started my blog in January of 2013, my 12-year-old son threw out a challenge: "Mom - I think you should try to get 100 followers by the end of the year." I immediately started adding in my head: I knew I could count on my mom and dad, my husband, my sister and … Continue reading Gratitude for 1000
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Why No One Wins An “I’m So Busy” Competition
I will never forget the night I was out for cocktails with a group of close girlfriends when suddenly we found ourselves embroiled in a "busy"-off: "I am trying to manage a full-time job, my 2 kids are in rep hockey and my husband is travelling for work." "Oh yah - well I'm starting my own … Continue reading Why No One Wins An “I’m So Busy” Competition
9 Fresh Ideas for Spring
Although its taking a long time coming in my neck of the woods, spring is definitely on the way! And what better time of year than spring to try something new? So in honour of the changing season, here are my 9 suggestions for embracing the season of renewal: 1. Try Some New Recipes - my friend Sue actually inspired this … Continue reading 9 Fresh Ideas for Spring
Tofu Sloppy Joes
As a child of the 70's and 80's with 2 working parents, I ate my fair share of packaged foods. Yes we had many home-cooked meals, but we also regularly indulged in Hamburger Helper, TV Dinners, Frozen Pizza, Kraft Dinner and Chef Boyardee products (I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit that I loved all of these things … Continue reading Tofu Sloppy Joes
Judgement & Food Choices
As a result of the choices I make when it comes to eating, I sometimes find myself in the company of friends and family who feel the need to apologize to me about their own food choices. Recently, a good friend sheepishly asked if I would be okay if she ordered a steak while we were out dining … Continue reading Judgement & Food Choices
Lori Leigh Wilson 