We often make this soup on a busy weekend when we want something quick but satisfying. It doesn't require "cream of..." soup but comes out creamy and delicious anyway. The beauty of this soup is in its flexibility. You can add various ingredients to make it heartier, or leave it … [Read more...]
Live (in your new house) and learn.
Most of us have moved at least once in their life. How long did it take you to be all settled in, unpacked, and start enjoying your new house? We have lived in this house close to two years now. And though a lot has been done to make it ours, it is far from being finished. For … [Read more...]
Lemongrass coconut chicken soup
I've been making a lot of soups lately. Soups are a great way to fill up without too many calories. They can be prepared fast, using simple ingredients you have in your fridge/pantry. Soups make perfect lunch. Add some salad and/or bread, and you have dinner in under 20 minutes! … [Read more...]
Fun-fun balance
It seems like the days are getting shorter and shorter the more your kids grow (and the more kids you have). It's always a chase to get everything done and still have time for fun. Does that sound familiar? We were having one of those days recently. There was a window of "play" … [Read more...]
Tips on losing and maintaining weight
This post starts a series of posts on losing and maintaining weight in a realistic, sustainable way. First off, I should say that I am not a nutrition or fitness professional. All my tips and knowledge come strictly from my personal experience and my research. I am going to … [Read more...]
