I don’t get down to Mexico often, but when I do, I always look forward to chowing down on my tía (aunt) Mary’s amazing tamales. Unwrapping the corn husk is like unwrapping a little present. The dough is light and fluffy, and the filling moist and delicious. The most popular being pork or chicken in […]
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America Recycles… do you?
America Recycles Day was yesterday… but I think that should be every day, don’t you? If each and every one of us take baby steps in reducing, reusing, and recycling, it could make a huge difference. Just visualize this: the U.S. disposes enough trash each day to fill 50,000 garbage trucks with 18,000 pounds of […]
Fit2Fight Diabetes with Better’n Eggs
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Think twice before you bite into that second slice of pumpkin pie! While the cause of type 2 diabetes is still unknown, what you choose to eat can contribute to your diabetes risk. My grandma suffered from type 2 diabetes for as long as I can remember. She controlled […]
Saving and helping your kids to understand money and its value
This post was underwritten by BMO Harris Bank, which offers a matching $25 on a new savings account opened for your child through their Helpful Steps for Parents program. Learn more at bmoharris.com/parents. There really is no straightforward way to teach kids about money. You can explain to them what each coin and bill is […]
Veteran’s Day freebies
To thank active military and veterans for their service, many companies are showing their appreciation with some amazing freebies this year! Coupon Sherpa compiled a comprehensive list of 35 Veterans Day Freebies. From free meals, to amusement park admission and even a free night’s stay at a B&B, there is some really great stuff there. […]
Sesame Street “B” is for Baking: 50 Yummy Dishes to Make Together [book review]
B is for Baking is the fun-filled, baking companion to Sesame Street C is for Cooking, 40th Anniversary Edition. Containing over 50 nutritious recipes, B is for Baking promises hours of baking fun for kids and parents alike. I loved cooking with my mom. I have vivid (and very fond) memories of standing on a […]
