My Source Life

Butternut Squash, Carrot and Apple Tzimmis

Looking for ways to get more veggies into your kids? Here is your answer! There are numerous ways to switch up this recipe and its easy enough for even the most inexperienced cook! [read more]
10 Tips I’d Tell My 18 Year-Old Self.

10 of my best tips for anyone who knows a teen, or young adult trying to find their way in life. Or if you just need the reminders for yourself. [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]
My Family of Superheroes

There are superheroes living in my house. I know it sounds crazy, but I'm pretty sure its true. [read more]
How Can You Be Vegan When There Are So Many Delicious Things!

‘I could never go vegan. I just love cheese (or bacon, or whatever) too much’. That is the phrase every vegan hears, and before I became vegan, I said it too. I [read more]
Cherry Pumpkin Pecan Cookies

For me, a meal isn’t complete without dessert. Just a little tasty treat. But as a grown up, I know that dessert has a lot of what I don’t need to be eating!! So it seems [read more]
Vegan Layered Holiday Loaf in Puff Pastry

Want something special to put on the holiday table for your 'Vegan friend' that's not too difficult, but definitely feels special? Feast your eyes on this layered loaf with butternut squash, kale, mushrooms, lentils and stuffing- all wrapped up in puff pastry! [read more]
Why I’d Rather Volunteer, Than Do My Hair…

As I shoveled another scoop of wood chips from the yard, I stepped back and looked at my 10 minutes of effort. Wow. Imagine what could get done if I had someone like ME [read more]
Vindication is MINE!!!

Honestly….I’m kind of loving that my husband and kids are seeing what I’m really doing at home while they are usually away at work and school. Were they [read more]
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]
Ingredient Spotlight: Turmeric

Keep hearing about the medicinal properties of Turmeric but have no idea how to take it? Here's the 411 on this anti-inflammatory powerhouse, and how you can reap the benefits! [read more]
Forget New Year’s, I’m About SPRING Resolutions!

I think Resolutions shouldn’t start until at least March and I daresay, even April. This whole notion that January is the month for you to begin new habits is NOT a good plan. Think about it. [read more]
Superfood-Fueled Chocolate Coconut Fruit Dip

This treat is RAW, has NO REFINED SUGAR, is GLUTEN-FREE, is packed with SUPERFOODS and has CHOCOLATE! So go ahead and enjoy this immune boosting, anti-aging, and nutrient rich snack! [read more]
When a Break Isn’t a Break

Here it comes...The lump in my throat…the rising feeling of panic. My eyes dart around the room as they land upon each new mess...the growing frustration at what my day has become... This 4th day of our ‘Holiday Break’... [read more]
About Me

After graduating from UCLA, I started my career in television. Entertainment Tonight was my very first job out of college, and it was actually on a whim that I even applied [read more]
Gluten-Free and Vegan Almond Shortbread

Crisp, lightly sweet, and perfect for the holidays! This shortbread recipe will be loved by kids and grownups alike. And did I mention that its Gluten-Free AND Vegan! Win win! [read more]
Ingredient Spotlight: Kuzu

Kuzu is a starch that is used in cooking as a thickener, but there are a few reasons you might want to use Kuzu over cornstarch, potato starch or arrowroot. [read more]
My All Time Favorite Pancakes…That Just Happen to be Whole Grain!

Buttermilk pancakes have their place, but this is my everyday pancake! [read more]
‘Arbonne 30’ Plant-Based Sides

Arbonne 30 Plant Based Sides [read more]
30 minute Chili

I put together this recipe for the days I just…CAN’T! It uses ingredients that I always have on hand, and it makes all kinds of easy meals. I’m talking [read more]
Sensitivity is My Superpower

I was watching a show with my daughter the other night. The topic was Superpowers and how we ALL have them. And it got me thinking... [read more]
I’m Not A Snob…I’m an ‘Extroverted Introvert’…

I’m an anxious person... I overanalyze situations... I'm extremely sensitive... And I'm a perfectionist. But I just learned something that's a game changer! [read more]
Can Vegans and Carnivores Play on the Same Team?

WARNING: Controversial statements ahead... [read more]
I Tried Arbonne for 30 days, and I’ve Got Some Questions

Of course, I'd heard about Arbonne, but beyond ordering the odd product here and there, I hadn't really looked into it, until now. And here's what I found. [read more]
Living Your Passion

Its a question you hear over and over again..'I want to follow my passion, but I don't know what to do'. I learned that sometimes all you have to do is...do it. [read more]
Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Imagine having a whole bowl of chocolate covered strawberries…Now follow me... [read more]
Veggie Pot Pie

6 things to make your Vegan house-guest feel at home, plus a Vegan recipe you can make for them on Thanksgiving! [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 Worst Part About Being Vegan

Most people talk about the upsides of being Vegan... improved health, living compassionately, lessening our destruction of the environment. But there's another side not everyone talks about. [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]

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.

So take a look around!

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