Remembering Before I Forget: The Beginning I have breast cancer. I found this out when my husband Chris felt a lump in my breast (thank God, thank God, I have a husband who still touches my breasts - otherwise who knows when I would have found it? I admit, red-facedly, that I do not do regular "self breast exams" as all we women have been instructed to do. I simply relied … [Read more...] about Chapter 1: Abby’s Crap News – AKA My “Journey” With Cancer
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Ten Great Kitchen Gadgets
Every year I compile a list of my top ten favorite kitchen gadgets and tools and forward it an email to all of my family and friends… this holiday season is no exception, only I’m sharing it with all of you wonderful and kitchen savvy mamas out there. My list covers the bases for the tried and true foodie. The newbie who's never been into kitchen stuff much. The one who … [Read more...] about Ten Great Kitchen Gadgets
The Proof is in the Protein
Busy Moms On the Run.... Do you know exactly what is in your shaker bottle? As a busy Mom myself, I am well aware of the never-ending scooping syndrome. My ever-disappearing 10-pound tub of powdered protein that I rely on for instant energy can easily be my hero, saving me from the dreaded blood-sugar drops that can sabotage my daily quest for fired-up efficiency. For … [Read more...] about The Proof is in the Protein
How to Make Dry Hair Silky
Dry, brittle hair is prone to breakage, not to mention unsightly frizz. Over cleansing, heat stylers and chemical processing can all lead to a head of hair that is less than manageable. Dry hair lacks the moisture content necessary to maintain its silky sheen, according to MedLline Plus. Reintroducing moisture to your hair and adjusting the way you care for your hair can help … [Read more...] about How to Make Dry Hair Silky
Cooking for Kids with Food Allergies
Food allergies present the risk of potentially serious reactions based on your child's specific allergies. Processed or prepared foods make it more difficult to control exactly what your child eats. Birthday parties and other social settings leave your child exposed to even more risks of encountering ingredients that cause allergic reactions. Learning to cook for your child … [Read more...] about Cooking for Kids with Food Allergies