Power of Giving Everyone has a cause they are passionate about and each month I make an effort to donate to NO KID HUNGRY. INSPIRATION for me is supporting a great cause that makes a difference in the lives of others. I believe to be inspired you must be passionate about what you do in all capacities…
MOTIVATION Each day presents itself with a new set of triumphs and challenges. One key factor is the ability to sustain the motivation to stay on course. I sit and think all the time what is my purpose? and what will be my legacy? Time has a way of getting away from you…
Every day should start with breakfast and these are hands down the best pancakes..It will make you drop the mix in the box. I found the recipe on AllRecipes. Ingredients 5 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 6 tablespoons butter, melted 5 cups buttermilk 5 cups all-purpose flour 5 teaspoons baking powder 5 teaspoons baking…
Self-Care Self-Care is important for your mind, body, and soul. I am enjoying my kid-free weeks before school starts after Labor Day. I am usually apprehensive about changing locations for my manicure and pedicure salon. Manicure Lane was convenient to schedule an after work appointment. After checking their website, I…
THE REALITY OF BEING A PARENT, MOTHERHOOD What defines being a parent? The reality of being a mom hit me the day after I gave birth. While I understand this may differ from person to person. I chose to have natural childbirths with no drugs and left in awe of my physical strength. The…
If you are considering scheduling a waxing and have decided on a Brazilian wax, here are a few items to know before and after the appointment. Another tidbit to consider is if you are a person with a low tolerance for pain, you may want to reconsider. Also, you have to be comfortable with the…
MENOPAUSE EXPLAINED Why is being over 45 carte blanche for someone to tell you “oh it’s probably MENOPAUSE“. Well, guess what YOU’RE WRONG! Ladies, listen to your bodies and when something seems off for your body call your doctor. In the past month, I noticed my cycle (yes I still have…
It’s still warm enough for a cool dessert! Are you looking for a yummy summer dessert? Well, look no further because this requires no oven and only five ingredients. It is the Oreo No Bake Cheesecake. It is kid approved in my home and literally vanishes within hours! It’s so easy you may…
I used this recipe a few years ago and loved the empanadas. As with a few recipes, I tweak it bit to fit my taste. I omitted the curry powder and dried thyme. Substituted nutmeg for allspice. Also, used ground turkey instead of ground beef. The recipe credit : FoodNetwork.com …
Back to School 2016:Make Ahead Meals I found this recipe on Food Network and after trying one time I was sold. These were hands down the BEST SLOPPY JOES. I will never buy anything in a can. I also use ground turkey instead of ground beef. This is the recipe I used…
Food: Meal Planning 101 I really want to get organized with our schedules. I am hoping to get organized on Sunday by organizing all clothes for the week, making all lunches the night before, dinner preparation in the freezer, homework, bedtime and then hit REPEAT!!! Shopping for Groceries I have organized in my mind that…