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Cherishing the Family Dinner

I have a confession to make. I regularly let my kids watch television while eating meals. Well, lets make that several confessions. I find planning dinner, and meals, in general quite stressful. I am not a natural cook, and get insecure about how my cooked meals turn out. I constantly feel stretched for time, and its easy to revert to pasta, some basic raw vegetables, and an easy boiled chicken hot dog (a healthy organic one) for my kids meals.

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GREEN FAMILY…by design

Saving the planet is a little like finding your soul — it takes some work and creativity, but the outcome is a gift that will last generations. One day I was digging thorough the busy home of well-traveled inhabitants, and wondered how I could simplify my life, and at the same time prevent some of my embarrassing clutter from becoming a future archeological find. Separating trash is one thing but what if I took it to a new level, using what I know as a designer and a Mom?

3 mins read

GREEN FAMILY?by design

Saving the planet is a little like finding your soul — it takes some work and creativity, but the outcome is a gift that will last generations. One day I was digging thorough the busy home of well-traveled inhabitants, and wondered how I could simplify my life, and at the same time prevent some of my embarrassing clutter from becoming a future archeological find. Separating trash is one thing but what if I took it to a new level, using what I know as a designer and a Mom?

3 mins read

Different Kinds of Family Planning

There are a number of family planning options available to couples today. Some of these are hormonal, while others are barrier methods. The right choice for you will depend upon any health considerations, your own preferences and whether you are looking for long- or short-term contraception. Doing your own research is the best way to make a good contraceptive choice and allow you to worry about growing your family only when you are ready.