• The Dust Made Me Do It
    There is something about certain kinds of dirt that can send me into an obsessive fixation. It’s not so much the smudges, marks, or stuck on kind.  I mean, yeah, that [read more]

  • Berry Crisp
    This awesome recipe comes in handy in a pinch and pays out big time! Its so easy to elevate a casual dinner with friends, or whip it up when the kids ask you what's for dessert. With anti-oxidant rich berries, whole oats, no refined sugar and whole wheat flour, this is a dessert that loves you back! [read more]

  • Ingredient Spotlight: Nutritional Yeast
    Nutritional Yeast. Could a name be any less appetizing. It has its devotees and its detesters, but when used right, this ingredient can be a valued addition to your cooking seasonings, as well as an added source of nutrition. [read more]

  • Ink-Me!
    I'm turning 40 in April. And I want to get a tattoo. I've wanted to get another one for a long time, but I always waffled on what to get, until now. [read more]

  • Vegan Blueberry Muffins
    It has been quite a ride to bring you this post. I actually wanted to do it a couple of days ago, but I had a catastrophe... My blueberries all sunk!! [read more]

  • The SAHM Graduate Fund
    Not only can the experience of staying home rob SAHM's of their confidence, but it can limit their personal aspirations, and their future earning potential. We need to evolve this role so we can decide to stay home, and still have a fulfilling future after that job is done. [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]

  • Mom-Time is EVERYTHING!
    I had the hardest time when my kids were really little. The adjustment from full- time job to full -time mom was… challenging. Over time, I got better at [read more]

  • Carrot Parsley Juice
    Its almost Halloween! Which means lots of late night candy binges!! This brightly hued juice fits right in with the spooky holiday, and comes to the rescue after you've eaten more than you should have! [read more]

  • Apple Cinnamon Muffins
    I love Apple Cinnamon muffins, but most are covered in a crust of sugar or streusel. This healthy version is deliciously simple, made with whole wheat flour and MUCH less sugar! [read more]

  • But WHY…?!
    I often come upon instances that remind me of the wisdom of children. Their natural, uncorrupted view of what they encounter. The neutral inquisitiveness that simply seeks [read more]

  • Cinnamon Cashew Date Milk
    Ok, now this is good! This cinnamon cashew date milk recipe makes a lightly sweet and creamy beverage with a dash of cinnamon. It’s like a dessert drink! And [read more]

  • Vegan Chicpea ‘Tuna’ Salad
    Tuna salad is one of those things that people can get very particular about...some like sweet pickles, or dill pickles, I've even seen nuts. This is your basic go-to recipe. Its the way I like it, pretty straightforward, but go forth and make it your own! [read more]

  • Low-Fat Vegan Sweet Potato Custard
    I love the flavors of fall, especially the desserts! But eating those treats so close to the holidays, which will inevitably be filled with too much sugar, fat and calories is NOT in my eating plan. This recipe gives me the flavor fix without the side of 5 pounds! [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]

  • Keeping My Balance
    I've always considered myself a little 'odd'. Like anyone living with anxiety, I've got my own special combination of issues. But I'm finding that there are more people out there that can relate, than I thought... [read more]

  • What To Do If Your Kid Hates ‘Healthy Stuff’…
    'What's that? .... I don't like those ...I'm not eating anything that has vegetables in it! If you are a parent, no doubt you've heard one of those declarations and I'm sure a few other 'rules' that kids create for what they will and won't eat. Yes, my kids too. [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.

 

If you found my page, I imagine that you are also a SAHM, and I just wanna say- STAY A MINUTE! You found me for a reason…

 

MAYBE THERE  IS A MESSAGE YOU WERE MEANT TO FIND ON THIS PAGE.

 

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