• Pumpkin Crunch Bar

    Tis the season for all things Pumpkin! This treat has the classic pumpkin pie flavors, but features a crunch topping and is cut into bars for easy scarfing! [read more]
  • Vegan Black Bean Tamales

    Even if you've never made a tamale in your life, this step by step guide will leave you totally impressed with yourself, and with a pile of fresh tamales to chow down on! [read more]
  • Wild Rice Pilaf

    This wild rice pilaf will become a staple in your repertoire. It works well with so many dishes because of its classic and simple flavors, and can be taken from a side to a main in a snap! [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]
  • Basic Scrambled Tofu

    I love a good tofu scramble, but sometimes...I just don't want all the mushrooms and spinach and tomatoes...I turn into a 6 year old kid and just want it plain! [read more]
  • Puff Pastry With Cinnamon Apples

    Sometimes you've got to put together a dessert super fast. Whether its for guests coming over, or you promised your kids it was dessert night.... tonight! This dessert not only looks put together, but assembly is a snap and you will look like a superstar! [read more]
  • The Only Vegan in the House

    In general, I would say I am a pretty average person. I am 42 years old, a stay at home mom to two children, and the wife of a busy husband. I’m also Vegan. Which didn’t [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]
  • Vegan Food for Non-Vegans

    Someone recently said to me ‘You’re food looks great! I’ve got a Vegan friend who would love your site!’ This got me thinking… Do people really think that ‘If you eat meat, then vegan recipes just aren’t for you’ ? If so, PLEASE let me clear up that misconception!! [read more]
  • The New Me!

    Its the beginning of a new year! Time for New Year's Resolutions, diets, workouts, and the new "ME'! Except...I am SO not feeling that... [read more]
  • Deviled Potatoes

    Need something to take to that Easter get-together? Here's your answer! These easy appetizers pack the flavors of a deviled egg in a perfectly portioned potato bite! [read more]
  • Basic Chia Pudding

    Did you know you could have pudding that is actually GOOD for you. Like REALLY good for you? Well here it is! Check out what makes it so fab! [read more]
  • Butternut Squash Dumplings

    I'm a big believer that if you want to eat good food, you have to buy good food. It has to be there to inspire you... to remind you...to guilt you for allowing it to sit there day after day... [read more]
  • Black Bean Brownies

    I was the co-leader for my daughters Brownie troop. And everyone knew, I was the one who ‘eats healthy’. It was my turn to bring snack in for the girls and it was [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]
  • 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]
  • 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]
  • Broth Based Potato Soup

    I'm not sure if I've ever had a soup like this before, but you know when you've got something stuck in your head and you just have to have it. This is that soup. [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…

 

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