Wow, it’s that time of year again!! Superbowl Party Time! Are you ready? We were really excited at the prospect of the 49ers being in the game. I must admit though, that since they didn’t make it, I think we’ll enjoy a more stress-free game. (plus routing for the Patriots is kinda in my […] Read more…
Month: January 2012
Three Cheers for CHIA! (and for Health)
So, you know those Chia Head/Chia Pet crazy commercials showing those completely hysterical hope-you-don’t-get-one-as-a-white-elephant-gift heads with growing green hair coming out of them? Well, who knew that those little chia seeds used to grow said “hair” on these items were so stinkin’ good for you? I didn’t, until I initially read about them on my […] Read more…
Let’s talk Vodka!!
Ahhh vodka, it seems you’re not just for happy hour anymore. (truly, I can’t even remember the last time I even went to a happy hour – I simply have them at home now – getting old I guess!) My interest in these using vodka tips started with a quick article I read in Health magazine and, […] Read more…
2nd Blog Birthday Handbag Giveaway
Yep, it’s Blog Birthday time again!! WOW, this is the second birthday for this blog and I’m super excited to be starting year #3! To celebrate I’m giving away a vegan handbag created by Susan Nichole! I purchased this one a while ago, and now I’ve noticed that it’s no longer available on the Susan […] Read more…
Wordless Wednesdays – Stock Show Cattle
Meatless Monday – Almond Oat Walnut Scones
So, you know those super yummy Maple Oat Nut scones that Starbucks sells? Yes, the ones that are NOT vegan?!? Well, since moving into this vegan life, these scones are something I’ve been missing….A LOT! I’ll even admit that within the last couple of years, I have had one now and then – I plead […] Read more…
Wordless Wednesday – Cows
Tip Tuesday – Green vs Toxic Cleaning
Are you still bringing toxins into your home for cleaning? Are you not even sure what these toxins are and what the alternatives are (like I was)? Let me help. Here’s a list of ingredients that can be in your toxic cleaning products: Alkylphenol ethocylates (APEs) and Nonyphenols (NPEs) Ammonia Fragrances – which could contain […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Black Bean Soup a la Libby
Ready for super easy, super tasty recipe? This one is from my daughter Libby who joined the vegetarian world a few months ago. A delicious, filling soup for the winter months. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil 1/2 yellow onion chopped 3 cloves minced garlic 2 cans black beans 1 can refried beans 1 […] Read more…
The Final Phase
My Mother-In-Law began hospice care yesterday. Needless to say there is much sadness in my family right now. I’ve been no stranger to death in my life and the pain and sadness that comes along with it…and the grieving that follows. I’m by no means an expert in what to do or how to behave, […] Read more…
Creating Happiness in 2012
To start 2012 this question has come up on the BlogHer Life Well Lived Panel: How do you plan to create happiness for yourself in 2012? I actually had been giving this sort of question a lot of thought even before receiving it and even before the new year began. Isn’t creating happiness what we […] Read more…
Wordless Wednesday – GrandHens!
Tip Tuesday – Vegan Field Roast
So, last year on Tuesdays, I called my posts “Green Tip Tuesday” and I shared tips on adding a little “green” and eco-friendliness to your household. This year, I’m going with simply “Tip Tuesday”. I can still share green tips, but also want to share vegan products (which I consider green too) and also any […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Minestrone Soup
Happy 2012 and welcome to my first Meatless Monday post of the year! I can’t think of a better way to start this year than with a warm, healthy, hearty bowl of soup! This recipe is from my Esalen cookbook – I love it and hope you do too! Ingredients: 1/2 pound uncooked small white […] Read more…