• Vegan Coconut Milk Caramels

    You asked for it, you got it! Vegan Coconut Caramel Candy! The kind you unwrap and savor! I swear I'm gonna get back to healthier meals...right after this... [read more]
  • 30 Days to Vegan.

    Its been over 10 years since I decided to go vegan. Find out why it only took me 30 days to commit a decision that would affect the rest of my life. [read more]
  • Strawberry Mousse

    If you haven't whipped up Aquafaba, or bean brine, you are in for some fun! Watch as this liquid that you would usually pour down the drain is transformed into a fluffy sweet treat! [read more]
  • Ingredient Spotlight: Agar

    If you haven’t heard of Agar, then let me be the first to introduce you!  For vegans it is an absolute must-have ingredient in your cooking toolbox, and for [read more]
  • Orange Miso Rice Wraps

    By Kristin Fraser Orange Miso Rice Wraps Yields 6 rolls. 2-3 Rolls per person is suitable Ingredients:  6 Rice Wraps 1 Carrots, Julienned (2 ½-3” long strips, approx. [read more]
  • How Chocolate Changed My Life

    Going to culinary school changed my life and opened my eyes to the potential for a different future. It was incredible! But I kind of expected that. What I didn't expect was what came after my classroom time was done. [read more]
  • Getting Back on Track

      When I moved to California after living in New York for 8 years, I was thrown way off-balance. The people I had talked to on a daily basis…the familiar streets [read more]
  • The Meat Eaters’ Burden

    I know a lot of people who love animals down at their core. They work with them, they've built lives around caring for them, and they spend waaaay too much time talking about them. But they continue to eat meat. I've wondered at the conflict that must arise from this position. And their responsibility in helping to change our meat production system. [read more]
  • Raw Kale and Apple Salad

    Even though I'm Vegan, I'm not the biggest fan of salads. Weird, I know. But this raw Kale and Apple salad has the perfect blend of tart and sweet that makes my tastebuds sing! [read more]
  • School of Kravitz

    It never occurred to me before, but when I think about it, Lenny Kravitz was my life. In one of those twists of fate, I came to spend time with a woman who actually KNEW [read more]
  • Coconut Curry with Tofu

    I'm a little tired of talking about holiday food, how about you? Lets take a break and talk about this Coconut Curry with Tofu over Brown Rice. Warm, creamy, a little spicy, nourishing, delicious! [read more]
  • Whole Wheat Bread with Oats and Flax

    There is nothing like fresh bread baking in the house. But sometimes whole grain breads can be a little...dry. Not this one! Chewy and a little sweet, it works for breakfast, lunch or dinner. [read more]
  • The Cool Mom’s Club

    I actually sometimes felt bad for my kids, and a little embarrassed that I quite possibly wasn't as fun as some of the other moms. After many days of feeling faulty, I came to the conclusion that I was experiencing the effects of peer pressure- a desire to be a part of the popular crowd. [read more]
  • Perfect Vegan Cinnamon Rolls

    I need a few things from my cinnamon rolls. They have to be served warm, they have to be doughy and soft, and they have to have a perfect cinnamon-y filling. This recipe has all that and more! [read more]
  • Tofu Sticks

    Finger food...check, crispy breading...check, served with dipping sauce...check. I'd say these Tofu Sticks meet the Kid Food Requirements! [read more]
  • Vegan Crépes

    Think you can't have crépes because you don't do eggs or dairy anymore? Then rejoice! Because you can still enjoy a plate full of these breakfast delights! [read more]

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About Me

Hello!

 

My name is Natalie and I’m a SAHM to 2 teenagers who are almost ready to fly the nest! 😟

 

I’M NOT CURRENTLY ACTIVE ON THIS SITE as I’m taking a break from writing to focus on my last years as the head of child development in my household, and building my baby business @MSLBags

 

…but I’m keeping my site up because I think there’s a lot of helpful stuff for other Moms who might be struggling with this role like I did, and still do.

 

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