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Potato Chive Soup Recipe

One of the most rewarding things about learning to garden is seeing the plants thrive.Although Im a beginner gardener, I’ve learned that chives are such a hearty plant, and seem to flourish with very little maintenance.My lovely friend recently gave me lettuce seeds which I planted in a pot alongside my chives. They are also doing well with very little care.Its amazing those little tiny seeds I planted with …

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The Annual Exam That Could Save Your Life

The following post is sponsored by GenentechNow that the weather is heating up, at the top of every womans health and wellness to-do lists should be an annual exam at the dermatologist for herself and family.Moms often spend so much time ensuring their children have sunscreen that they fail to take care of themselves. Cheryl Stratos, 50-year-old mom living with advanced skin cancer is a reminder of why you should take action …

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When My Child With Autism Was Diagnosed With Cancer

This week I want to share a guest post from Jess Block Nerren. Her son has autism and was recently diagnosed with cancer. Here is her heartfelt story:Autism and pediatric cancer. Autism and Hodgkins Lymphoma. No matter how you say those two together, it sounds tough.My son Royce, 8, with autism was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma about 60 days ago, on March 3, 2014.We went to the hospital for back …

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This Mom Co-Founded A Company While Raising Six Kids!

I believe every mom has super powers. Some we exercise everyday, while others lay dormant, waiting to be activated.Im excited to introduce you to some supernova mamas in a series were calling MOMMIES DO THE MOST AMAZING THINGS, hoping these incredible moms, who exercise their powers for the good of their families and for others, will encourage us all.Fittingly, since autism is such a personal cause of mine, were launching …

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Double Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies [Dairy, Soy, Egg & Gluten-Free]

There is something so special about a sunny spring day! Glorious green color begins to pop up all around us. Plants are pushing through the earth, spring flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and a fresh sense of renewal lingers in the air. Its a truly magnificent feeling. Although it is later than usual this year, Easter is right around the corner and chocolate has been on my mind. Just writing the word chocolate …