I have compiled some awesome materials to address common everyday health related issues. I used my RN training, combined with practical tips and tricks I devised being a mom of 4 littles. I also incorporated as many natural non toxic products as I could, as we are on a mission to reduce our toxic load in our home and have…
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Jamaican Inspired “Beef Patty” Pot Pie
This is the best pot pie you will ever taste! I have always loved beef patties, and in Louisiana our version is called the Natchitoches Meat Pie. Its reminiscent of the Jamaican version, minus the signature yellow color and curry flavor. This recipe was a simplified adaptation of a recipe found here:Food Queen. Just grab two premade pie crusts, tear into…
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How to Guide: Traveling Long Distances with Kids(and keep your sanity) PART 1
We are known to take long trips with the kids, at minimum 3 times a year we go to New Orleans (8hours-9with stops). We also travel once a month shorter distances 2-4hours. We have become aficionados’ in that department…Sort of….. because one thing we have learned is to let go. Let go of your expectation to travel in a timely manner….
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A letter to the Type A Mama
Type A Mama……I see you! Running around frantically, juggling 12 balls at the same time. Unable to delegate in fear of the job not being completed correctly. Exhausted and always busy, but somehow never accomplishing much. I know you intimately! Type A is ME! I saw the following chart and had to GASP because this rang so true for me. Its…
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PlayLoft Update on a Budget
I finally completed our Play Loft area! I was able to incorporate some repurposed materials from furniture we had that needed retiring. I also used a ton of artwork and photos I have been collecting from the kids. My favorite piece in the room is this butcher block top I took from this old kitchen cart that had seen better days. I…
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