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Small Batch Cashew Granola Recipe

Small Batch Cashew Granola Recipe

Not only is making your own granola easy, but it’s super cost-effective. I like to make nut-rich granolas in small batches and store them in large glass mason jars as a go-to option for my family.

Korean BBQ Carrot Sloppy Joes

Korean BBQ Carrot Sloppy Joes

This meat-free vegetarian BBQ carrot sandwich is satisfying and tasty! Even my husband who eats meat thought this was delicious and filling.  The texture of the carrots and onions has a nice bite with the sauce – if you’re looking to eat less meat, try…

Summer Travel Tips: Avoid Jet Lag After Long Flights

Summer Travel Tips: Avoid Jet Lag After Long Flights

As summer is now in full swing, many people have booked trips overseas. We are planning a trip to South Korea this summer, and as I was planning full days of activities it occurred to me that when I normally go to bed Pacific Standard Time, I should be waking up Korea time. Yikes! How am I going to adjust to that? (more…)

Summer Vacation 2023 – Must Pack Travel Items!

Summer Vacation 2023 – Must Pack Travel Items!

I was a Girl Scout and a Girl Scout leader, so really I have no excuses to be ill-prepared. However, it always feels like Summer sneaks up on me and I’m scrambling to pack the perfect travel suitcase. (Sponsored Post) This year I’ve made a…

7 Unique Natural Remedies for Relieving Chronic Low Back Pain

7 Unique Natural Remedies for Relieving Chronic Low Back Pain

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern medicine, one ancient truth remains steadfast: Mother Nature has a remarkable knack for providing relief and healing when we least expect it. 

Why are you still buying tubs of hummus? Quick Garlic Hummus Recipe

Why are you still buying tubs of hummus? Quick Garlic Hummus Recipe

The other day, I was shopping for hummus and cringed as I saw $5 mini-tubs. The average cost of dried chickpeas is a mere .50 per cup. One cup of dried chickpeas makes about 2-1/2 cups of cooked chickpeas, which makes a LOT of hummus! (more…)

Just Relocated? Here’s How to Get Settled in your New City

Just Relocated? Here’s How to Get Settled in your New City

Since 2020, the number of people who have relocated to a new city or even a new state has skyrocketed tremendously. As remote work has become more normalized, people now have the freedom to live where they want and take advantage of a lower cost…

Who Let the dogs out? Dog tracking collar devices

Who Let the dogs out? Dog tracking collar devices

I went over to a family member’s house the other day only to be greeted with, “SHUT THE DOOR!” They are the proud owner of a ‘runner’. Although their pup is very happy and loves his home, he has the tendency to bolt out the…

Make your own rosemary salt with fresh rosemary

Make your own rosemary salt with fresh rosemary

With all of the recent rain here in California, my rosemary bushes are going crazy.  If you have a healthy rosemary bush with leaves that are fragrant and not dried out, now is a great time to make your own rosemary salts with your abundant supply of fresh rosemary. (more…)