Cha cha cha chia! Just about every year, my sister gives me a chia something for Christmas. One year I got a Chia Duck Dynasty head. Another year, a Chia Zombie. Who knew that these fun novelty gifts would one day be outed as a "superfood?" These days I add chia seeds to my smoothies. However, there is another delicious way to enjoy the benefits of chia - in tasty chia … [Read more...]
To the mom that hates to clean
Yesterday was a tough day. The husband was out of town. My daughter had to be picked up from school. I got the pleasure of being the brunt of her crankiness all day long. Just another day in the life of a mom. Kicking holes in the walls is frowned upon, so I figured a little jog would do me good and got on the treadmill at 9 pm. I hate cardio, by the way. But I hate … [Read more...]
Why sports moms need an Instant Pot
The one gift this past Christmas that had me squealing with joy and seeing rainbows and glittery clouds was a pot with a plug. I could almost feel the impending dread of dinner time during soccer season fading away into the distance. Really. I was that happy. I finally had an Instant Pot. What is an Instant Pot? For those of you who haven't seen all the chatter about it, it … [Read more...]
Homemade Chocolate Raspberry Protein Pudding Cups
Ready to Drink Protein shakes are a quick and easy healthy snack idea. I toss them in a little lunch cooler for a quick snack when I am out and about. But as much as I love them, I admit they can get boring when you drink them every day. So I find other ways to enjoy my protein while at home. I love to have my protein as a nice, smooth protein pudding! I have a sweets … [Read more...]
How to survive the stomach flu when you have kids
As a busy mom with a husband who travels due to work, there is one virus that terrifies me. The norovirus aka "the stomach flu." It knocks me on my butt and when I finally recover my kids are ruling the house Lord of the Flies style. As much as taking care of a child hit by the stomach bug sucks, trying to care for kids when you are the one puking is no walk in the park … [Read more...]