My daughter came home from school the other day with tears in her eyes. The sting of not being included in a much anticipated play-date with a good friend was almost more than she could bear and she flopped on the sofa and covered her head with her hands. I'll admit that I was tempted … Continue reading Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes with My Daughter
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5 Strategies to Become Less Judgemental
“We judge people in areas where we’re vulnerable to shame, especially picking folks who are doing worse than we’re doing. If I feel good about my parenting, I have no interest in judging other people’s choices. If I feel good about my body, I don’t go around making fun of other people’s weight or appearance. … Continue reading 5 Strategies to Become Less Judgemental
Make Your Own Sub Night
Nothing is more popular in my house than "make your own" nights. Make your own stirfry, salad bar, burritos and pizzas are staples on my menu because there is a much greater chance that the kids will actually eat something they've prepared themselves. I provide the basic supplies, lay them out on the kitchen counter … Continue reading Make Your Own Sub Night
The Real Truth About Parenthood
I have learned so about myself much from becoming a parent. I've learned that I can be very patient until my 3-year-old starts swearing like a truck driver and then I completely lose my marbles. I've learned to be less self-involved and less concerned with my appearance- likely shortly after my daughter asked me why my boobs … Continue reading The Real Truth About Parenthood
Spaghetti Squash Noodles and Why I Keep Trying
I follow a number of awesome food bloggers and they constantly inspire me to try out new foods and dishes. Recently, I noticed that spaghetti squash was popping up a lot on different sites as a gluten-free and high-fiber replacement for noodles so I decided to give it a whirl. As I was preparing to cook my lovely … Continue reading Spaghetti Squash Noodles and Why I Keep Trying
Lori Leigh Wilson 