A client asked me recently how to handle it when someone mentions that they lost weight to try to manage a health condition. If you’re not celebrating intentional weight loss for any other reason, and you know that weight doesn’t equal health, should you congratulate someone for losing weight to try to, say, manage their…
If you’re wondering what to watch this weekend, I have some fabulous and fun ideas for you ranging from romantic comedies, to light dramas, and a musical. What to Watch This Weekend When it comes to the best movies of 2023, hits like Oppenheimer, Mission Impossible, Barbie, and Killers of the Flower Moon have all…
Sometimes, the things that sound the simplest can cause us to pause. A recipe calls for cutting chicken into cubes or lists cubed chicken in the ingredients…but does that mean exactly? This method actually works for both uncooked and cooked chicken alike. Raw chicken is softer and, therefore, more challenging to cut super evenly. Still,…
I am challenging myself to 48 weeks of canning. Come and join me. I will be sharing here what I am doing and on my new YouTube channel. I will share a link to it as soon as it is up and running. ( I am working on that right now). I started…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read the disclaimer for more info. One of the highlights of our incredible time in Sri Lanka was the chance to take an epic Udawalawe Safari, at the Udawalawe National Park. Welcome to the wild heart of Sri Lanka, Udawalawe National Park. Imagine a landscape…
Needing a little bit of food TLC for those days when you feel under the weather? Here are my 5 most comforting recipes that nourish both the body and soul. From heartwarming veggie-filled soups to soothing, vitamin-packed frozen treats and tonics, these recipes are sure to help with a speedy recovery. It can be hard to…
All my life I’ve loved my Mom’s rice and beans. As most of you know, my mom is fully Puerto Rican and so are my grandparents. When I was young, we basically lived off rice and beans. Don’t get me wrong, my mom made hundreds of recipes, but that was the one I remembered the…
Published: Apr 24, 2024 · Modified: May 7, 2024 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment These fudgy, rich and decadent espresso brownies made with coffee are a delicious adults-only treat. Taking just 5 minutes to prepare, they’re sure to please any chocaholic! Chocolate brownies are the perfect fix…
There is a lot that goes into the simple question, “What are we having for dinner?”. From deciding what recipe to make, to seeing if you have those ingredients on hand, to the prep of the ingredients, the list goes on and on. That’s where HelloFresh comes to the rescue! This meal kit delivery service…
Sugar is a foundational ingredient in a long-term food storage program. It enhances the flavor of basic dry ingredients and provides calories. White sugar is also used as a preservative to extend the life of fruits when bottling or making home preserves. Sugar is often a highly sought-after commodity when things get tough. Sugar rationing…
