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Rarotonga, Cook Islands – The Perfect Vacation.
August 12, 2013

Rarotonga, Cook Islands – The Perfect Vacation.

Real life and bills get in the way of travel. If I had unlimited resources, I would be traveling most of the year. I’m in the process of moving travel stories over here to this neck of the BoredMom woods, but if you want to…

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Lice Outbreaks at School
November 9, 2009

Lice Outbreaks at School

As of yesterday, I was convinced lice jump. I even stated so as fact to friends. I apologize for spreading false lice jumping lies. Lice do not actually jump. They do quickly travel, however, from hair to hair, hair to hat, hair to backpack, hair…

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October 28, 2009

Apple Clove Pomander for Fall

A pomander is simply a fruit, like an apple or orange, embedded with whole cloves. It’s a throw-back from the Victorian era when no one washed (ew, right?) and scented fruit was welcomed to off-set the stink of unwashed humans. Bathing in the middle ages was thought to be a prelude to sin, so the people found ways to mask the odour of unwashed bodies.  A good way to do this was to carry a pomander. Other than that, making a pomander is a very fun project to do with kids and let’s face it, kids also hate bathing, so it’s a win-win.
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About BoredMom

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.

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