Hey, Moms!

We started this blog as a safe harbor to bring awareness to the challenges of moms. As our kiddos age, our needs and tasks change as mothers. Our goal is to provide a ‘nest’ for those of us who need support and inspiration to be not only the best parents to our children, but also to bring a community of us together to share ideas and encouragement.

Alice

8-18-24

Did you know that seed oils are unhealthy and that you have heart-healthy options?

Eliminate vegetable oil, canola oil, corn oil, and safflower oil. Instead, replace with butter, ghee, olive oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil.

contact me with any questions!

8-20-24 Life is better with sourdough!

My sourdough journey began over one year ago. After several weeks of studying and taking notes on YouTube and Instagram instructional videos, I began my quest. The ‘starter’ (simple combination of flour and water, which ferments and becomes ‘yeast’ for the dough) failed miserably. I tried five separate attempts, and knee-deep with frustration, I quit.

A couple of months later, I decided to give it one last try – after 17 days, my starter finally bloomed…. and I baked my very first sourdough loaf one week later. It has become a hobby now, but also adds a dimension of health for my family as the ingredients are pure, natural, and without toxic chemicals and preservatives. It’s been a huge nutritional and budget blessing. I would recommend any of you who are interested that you take that first step. You and your health will not regret it!

8-20-24 My son can drive me crazy, but he will change the world!

I am a “late-in-life” mom. I made my career in corporate America my priority for too many years, and always felt the wish to become a mother one day. After a degree of medical intervention, we were so fortunate to know we were on our way to becoming a Family. My son was a miracle baby, born healthy and happy – a true gift.

Raising him has been my life’s biggest challenge, yet my life’s greatest blessing. He is my heart walking outside my body as well as a teacher for me in unexpected ways. As a teen, he’s had his moments as any teen and their mom, but his heart, his smarts, his integrity, and his drive will take him to places beyond his dreams.

I would love to hear about your own kids and your experiences in daily life, nurturing their dreams, and keeping yourself together during those nerve-wracking moments!

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11-14-24

Air fryers!!!

Please use caution when purchasing an air fryer. They are extremely convenient – however, most air fryers are lined with Teflon, which contains toxic ‘forever chemicals.’ Instead, look for ones that are aluminum.

Care for yourself. Care for your family.

11-16-24

Have you ever composted?

Recycling food scraps and other organic waste into compost has many environmental benefits. The resulting decomposed material is often referred to as “black gold” compost, which is rich in nutrients that are so beneficial in gardening and horticulture.

Compost bins come in various sizes and can be found at many retailers.