Pumpkin Out of a Book Project
This is the perfect craft for those who love to read AND for those who hate to read! Transform a book that is old, damaged, or just plain horrible, into a super cute book pumpkin.
This is the perfect craft for those who love to read AND for those who hate to read! Transform a book that is old, damaged, or just plain horrible, into a super cute book pumpkin.
This post was sponsored by Influence Central as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. You may have heard or read about Loperamide in the news recently, but one drug warning can blend into another, so it’s…
I’ve been getting a variety of squash in my weekly produce box delivered to my house, so the quandary has been what to do with all that squashy goodness? I love flavorful food that is easy to prepare, so I was excited to make my own homemade gyoza. Gyoza, or potstickers, are moon-shaped dumplings that are typically filled with a meat and vegetable filling. As I love heart-healthy vegetarian menus, I have created a vegan version that is perfect for Fall’s squash bounty. (more…)
“This post is sponsored by Tyson Foods, Inc, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.” As the leaves change into fiery oranges and golds, I get so excited to decorate my home with similar nature-inspired colors. My pumpkin decor comes out and…
This post is sponsored by Jigsaw Puzzle but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I eat a healthy diet and exercise but have found that in my down-time I was aimlessly surfing social media and watching cat videos. As I was filling…
I first enjoyed lilikoi also known as passionfruit when my family and I stayed on the tiny island of Rarotonga for a summer. There was a passionfruit vine outside our ‘hut and my young daughter would go out daily and shake the vine to see if a tart treat would fall down. (more…)
Swapping quinoa for rice ups the nutrient game for this one-bowl favorite. Make quinoa up to five days ahead and store in fridge. You can also make the entire dish ahead of time and simply warm it up for dinner.
I received this product for free from Moms Meet to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. Back to school typically means back to germs for us. Crowded classroom conditions often mean more…
This post is sponsored by Montchevre but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.
Now that school has started, my time is limited with afterschool sports and other craziness. I love making spaghetti squash because it cooks up quickly and it’s easy to prepare. I also love topping it with tasty high-quality goat cheese. I’m picky when buying goat cheese, so I prefer to use Montchevre Goat Cheese is made with fresh, high-quality goat’s milk collected from local, independent family farms. (more…)
I’m so excited to share information and my personal experience with some awesome new natural products out on the market. Full disclosure, I’m often asked to review products. If they don’t fit in the realm of natural or healthy living, I decline. I do like…
I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links I am a probiotics fan and use them in my daily regimen with other supplements…
This post is sponsored by Bistro Favorites, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.
Why go out to purchase an artisan sandwich when you can make one at home? Please excuse my humblebrag, but my turkey sandwich is gourmet tasting because as I use quality, fresh ingredients. I love turkey sandwiches and I am very particular as to what I buy for my family. I prefer Bistro Favorites 100% Natural Sliced meats because they are all natural with no artificial ingredients or nitrates. (more…)

Hi, I'm Meg! I have a background in nutrition (B.S. in Dietetics, Cal Poly, SLO) with a passion for healthy, plant-based eating. I love getting creative in the kitchen, developing delicious and nutritious recipes using the fresh produce Southern California has to offer. As a GenXer who cares deeply about the environment, I believe in promoting healthy eating habits and STEM education to our next generation. It's important to empower young people to be responsible stewards of our planet! My website is a vibrant collection of experiences, showcasing fun and creative projects, healthy recipes, and the occasional adventure (or "boondoggle" as I like to call them!). I love sharing my passion for food, health, and science with my audience.
