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I am the mother of two children, Connor (13) and Lauren (11). I love to blog about our life of travel, adventure and what's new. I also am very passionate about cooking and all things fitness. I also blog over at www.girlgetstrong.com (our sister company).
The Secret to Travel and Working Out
I’ve just developed a new appreciation for those of you who try to maintain a healthy training and eating plan when you have to travel a lot. I’m fortunate that my job doesn’t require a lot of business travel because I don’t enjoy leaving my family, and it’s very difficult to stay on a fitness [...]
How Safe is it to Travel to Mexico with Kids?
I’ll be taking my first trip to the Yucatan in Mexico later this year, and I’m excited to delve into Merida’s music scene, explore ancient ruins and relax along the Mayan Riviera. I’m also thrilled about the prices. I’m paying $60 for two, including breakfast, at the Hotel Julamis, a boutique inn with a garden [...]
Planning a Trip to Mexico with Kids
Bringing kids to Mexico is a fantastic opportunity to have some concerted family time while exploring a different culture. Children of any age are a challenge though so I will be making some recommendations based on 3 kids and nearly two decades coming to Mexico. I will also be soliciting advice and suggestions from other [...]
40th Gag Gift Practical Joke
Do think this gift is too mean for a friend that is having her 40th Birthday? Is this haha or epic fail? I hope you get it. 40 sucks for your birthday as in 40 hard candies that you can suck. When I first saw this idea, it was done with suckers but I figured [...]
December Activites with the Kids in Vancouver
December, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways (or at least let us find the ways to love thee first). Here are a few savvy tips on making the most out of this so-popular month. DO Some baking with the kids Why? Because baking with kids is fun (as long as you [...]
Why Boys Need Mom’s
A friend shared this with me and it put such a smile on my face so now I share with you and at the end you will be smiling too……for all those little boys in our lives that need us! Please do share with your fellow mom out there…I’m sure she will get a chuckle! [...]
Strawberry Smoothie with Cottage Cheese
Yummy, Fun and Healthy Prep time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 2 ice cubes 1 c. milk 1/3 c. cottage cheese 2/3 c. frozen strawberries 1½ tsp. sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract Utensils: blender (you’ll need help from your adult assistant) serving glass measuring cups and spoons Directions: Pour all of the ingredients into the blender. Put [...]
Super Quick Holiday Cranberry Bread
This healthy and delicious whole grain bread takes 5-10 minutes to prepare (plus baking time). It makes the perfect accompaniment to a holiday meal or a great gift to take to a dinner party. This really is wonderful and super easy to make. Enjoy with or without the butter! 1-3/4 cups whole spelt or whole wheat [...]
Recipe: SunMaid Raisin Bread Sandwich
I used to think that all I could do with raisin bread was to toast it up and lather with butter. Which don’t get me wrong, is delicious combination. Than I began to experiment with the bread and realized you really could make the bread with any kind of fixings. The raisins add a sweetness [...]
Thanksgiving-Eat this NOT That Survival Guide
With the calendar page flipped to November we can finally start thinking about the holidays. First up, Thanksgiving. For many this marks the start of a turbulent time of year when thinking about weight and calories overshadows the meaning of the season. To get a head start on thinking about making this a healthier time [...]
