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Starting a Business in New Hope, PA

When I first started my small business in New Hope, PA, I was excited but also nervous. I knew it would be a challenge to create something new in a small town with a tight-knit community. Being a bit of a transplant, I wondered how this would all fair. But I also knew that it…

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The Joy of Cooking with Kids: Make Your Own Granola with Your Child

Making granola at home with your young child can be a fun and educational activity that not only provides a tasty treat but also fosters valuable skills and memories. In this article, we will explore the benefits of making granola with your child and provide some tips to make the experience as enjoyable as possible….

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Health Benefits of Granola

Granola is a popular breakfast food that is often praised for its delicious taste and convenience. However, store-bought granolas can be high in added sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients. By making your own granola at home with all-natural, healthy ingredients, you can enjoy a range of health benefits. Here are a few reasons why…

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7 Tips to Get Back in Shape After a Baby

Walking on the DNR Canal There are a few things that happened to me after I had my daughter. Of course the overwhelming feeling of love and devotion. A very close second was the most intense exhaustion I have ever experienced. Because of this, I felt like I had no choice but to be in…

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Clean Eating Made Easy

“A healthy outside starts from the inside” Robert Urich. When you first get started eating clean, you have two options. You can go cold turkey and give up all the junk food, sugar, processed food etc. all at once, or you can opt for a more gradual change. There are advantages and disadvantages to each…

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Lower your Blood Pressure

They call it the silent killer. And it is. There are no symptoms for heart failure. We all know the obvious things. WE have to eat right, don’t smoke, exercise, manage stress. I know that sometimes even when you do all of these things, it still can be a constant struggle. My husband for instance….

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9 Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet

Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet “Healthy eating is a way of life, so it’s important to establish routines that are simple, realistically, and ultimately livable.” Arthur Agatston I began a plant based diet about 5 years ago and took it even more seriously after I had my daughter. It started slowly, very much…

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Paleo Blueberry Muffins

This paleo blueberry muffin recipe is gluten free, dairy free, and low carb. I have made these for people without any diet restrictions and they absolutely love them. The almond flour keeps these muffins nice and moist, and lets be honest…who doesn’t love blueberry muffins?! They are perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Jump to…

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Vegan Blueberry Crisp

This vegan blueberry crisp is an incredibly easy to execute, delicious dessert. This recipe is so wholesome, I would even eat it for breakfast. It is packed with oats, whole wheat flour, and of course…blueberries! Jump to Recipe This Vegan Blueberry Crisp is great for when you are craving something sweet.Which if you are anything…

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Vegan Boston Baked Beans

This quarantine has my family eating a lot of beans. So i have been trying new ways to prepare them. So I decided to make Vegan Boston Baked Beans. I was watching Mythical Kitchen last night, and they were showing all the fun ways to eat beans during this pandemic. They did shakshuka, black bean…

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Whole Wheat Pita Bread

This is a very simple whole wheat pita recipe. If you are a beginner in the world of bread making, do not be intimidated. It really is that easy. Jump to Recipe After you mix in the wet ingredients and the flour, you want to knead it for about five minutes on a floured surface….

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Whipped Almond Vegan Ricotta

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Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds

I recently came across a great overnight oats with chia seed recipe and thought I would share it. It is an awesome spin on your regular breakfast My family eats oats every morning. We vary it with different toppings and spreads. Jump to Recipe Ingredients 1/2 cup non dairy milk of choice. I use…

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The Best BBQ Sauce

So the nice weather is here and that means one amazing thing. Barbecue! Which of course stems from a wonderful sauce/ marinade. I have just the thing. A million times better than store bought and packed with flavor. This sauce is rich, robust, a bit spicy…and goes great on EVERYTHING! Jump to recipe There are…

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Weight Loss Strategies with Mindful Eating

Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Mindful Eating Weight Loss Strategies From the countless trips to the gym to cutting back on the amount and kind of food to consume, losing weight has never been an easy journey hence the need to adopt a sustainable and weight loss technique that can effectively do the task. Several weight…

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December 14, 2019November 18, 2022

Hot Chocolate Cookies

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by rochellein Desserts

Ingredients 1/2 cup vegan butter , softened 1/4 cup coconut oil 3/4 cup coconut sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups almond flour 1 1/2 cup buckwheat flour 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips/and or raisins 2/3 cup toasted walnuts 1/4 cup cocoa powder Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter, coconut oil, and brown sugar. Add the vanilla and eggs, mixing until incorporated. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Add the almond flour/buckwheat flour 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold...

December 12, 2019November 18, 2022

15 Secret Cooking Tips for the Holidays

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by rochellein Seasonal

” Learn how to cook — try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all have fun!”- Julia Child My favorite baking tip is # 15. Making your own buttermilk. I cannot tell you how many times I have bought a container just for one recipe and then the rest goes bad in the fridge. No need. You can make buttermilk on the fly without the extra spending! 1.To help cut the acidity in tomato sauce Put 1/2 cup of red wine (if you don’t have wine on hand then a couple of pinches of sugar) in...

December 9, 2019November 17, 2022

Important Tips to Get Full Custody of Your Child after Divorce

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by rochellein Parenting

It is not easy to get full custody of your child in any state. In Colorado, the state legislative code advocates that children should have meaningful contact as often as possible with both parents after a divorce. Many times, you can obtain full custody only if you prove that your spouse, the parent of the child, is physically or mentally unfit. In cases like these, it is best to hire a lawyer. The child custody lawyers at Divorce Matters are quite popular and have a long list of cases that they have successfully handled in the past. During the divorce...

December 9, 2019November 18, 2022

Vegan Keto Diet

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

What is Vegan Keto and What Can You Eat?! The vegan keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat, moderate-protein diet that excludes all animal-based foods. We have all heard of the keto diet, and we have all heard of the vegan diet. Both of these lifestyles are taking the world by storm. But, I never heard of combining the two. That would be one hell of a dinner party to prepare! So I looked into it, and it turns out to not be that crazy. In fact, I think there are a lot of similarities of this diet that I happen...

December 6, 2019November 17, 2022

Cruise Excursions with Your Family – 4 Things You Should Keep in Mind

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by rochellein Travel

There is a rule of thumb when you want to bring your family with you on a trip: the adults can only really enjoy themselves when the children do. What is exciting and entertaining for an adult, such as historical sightseeing or visit to a world-famous art museum, could be an absolute chore for preadolescence or teenagers to go through. Naturally, it is a parent’s joy to see their children happy and besides, having to drag someone who is majorly bored or unwilling along on your journey is something that most people would rather avoid when they are on vacation....

December 5, 2019November 18, 2022

7 Healthy Holiday Eating Tips

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Eat your Veggies There are so many yummy vegetable recipes that you can spice up for the holidays. My suggestion is to fill half your plate with them and eat them first. That way you don’t fill up entirely on the unhealthy stuff. Eat the stuff you love. Just make sure to savor each bite. You should not deprive yourself over the holidays. Just make sure you are not mindlessly eating just because it is there. I know I ask myself “am I still enjoying this” when I am eating and watching t.v. Same concept. We sometimes just kind of...

December 4, 2019November 18, 2022

Vegan Pesto Ricotta Pinwheels

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by rochellein Side Dishes

Vegan Pesto Ricotta Pinwheels The Best Party Appetizer! Jump to Recipe I love myself a good appetizer. If you add pesto and cheese to the mix…I am there! This is very simple to make and so so tasty. I made it this past Sunday, and my husband and three year old daughter devoured them all within minutes. I am not joking. Just a few simple ingredients and readymade puff pastry sheets and you are good to go. Best part is, if you use vegan puff pastry, it is 100% vegan. Spread out all the ingredients on the thawed...

December 3, 2019June 10, 2022

Whipped Almond Vegan Ricotta

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by rochellein Side Dishes

I love this Vegan almond whipped ricotta cheese recipe. It is incredibly simple to make, and is useful with so many meals. As you can see it tastes awesome on toast with some avocado. I have also used it for many appetizer like pesto pinwheels, or yummy Italian dishes like baked ziti. Jump to Recipe If you live a dairy free lifestyle, that does not mean you have to give up on all your favorite foods. Almonds, cashews, even walnuts are great for making a variety of cheeses. First things first. Gather all your ingredients and stick it in the...

November 30, 2019November 17, 2022

Signs You’re Doing Too Much as a Mom

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by rochellein Parenting

Most women are aware of the fact that motherhood isn’t easy. Being an effective parent to their children often involves a great deal of willpower. As such, they try the best they can to make it through each day. Unfortunately, after a while, they begin to neglect their own needs, take on too much, and burn out. Believing there’s no time for self-care or a break, they keep pressing forward until things spiral out of control. If motherhood is naturally a stressful experience for women, how does one know when she’s doing too much? Some signs are subtle while others...

November 27, 2019November 17, 2022

A Healthier Home: How to Improve the Standards of Your House

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by rochellein Family Life

Our homes are supposed to be this haven of safety and protection that we all strive to build, but at times, things change our indoor conditions for the worse, without us even noticing them. The only way to be aware of those changes is to be aware of the signs they present. At other times, even when a house maintains a healthy indoor environment, there are ways to improve upon it, which could end up making a big difference over time. A lot depends on the domicile’s location, weather conditions, inhabitants, etc. but mostly, it’s all about awareness, realization and...

November 24, 2019November 17, 2022

Clean Eating Made Easy

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

“A healthy outside starts from the inside.” Robert Urich When you first get started eating clean, you have two options. You can go cold turkey and give up all the junk food, sugar, processed food etc. all at once, or you can opt for a more gradual change. There are advantages and disadvantages to each approach. Pick the one you think will work best for you and give it a try. If giving everything up cold turkey doesn’t work for you, you can always switch to a more gradual approach and vice versa. Please don’t beat yourself up if you...

November 22, 2019November 17, 2022

4 Reasons to Network With Other People

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by rochellein Family Life

Many of us don’t take enough time to network as we should. By not doing so, we miss out on a lot of opportunities. We stay in our lane and keep to ourselves. Networking is about meeting new people who you could end up working for or with. You can get new ideas from peers in the same industry struggling with the same problems. It’s a way to acquaint yourself with those who are being successful at something you’ve had trouble with for years. A good network connection can either lead you to a new job or tell you what...