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 […]
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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 […]
Close Even if Far Away – Twitter Party
I work hard to stay in touch with family throughout the year. With most of our close family members in Mexico (mine) and Bolivia or Argentina (my husband), it’s not an easy feat, but I know it’s especially meaningful during the holiday season, my favorite time of the year! I may be in a different […]
Avocados from Mexico [a spooky recipe!]
I love avocado in guacamole, obviously, and ceviche. And spread on a sandwich. Often I eat it straight out of the shell, just sprinkling it with a dash of salt before attacking it with a spoon. It’s just so good. Hass avocados from Mexico are my favorite. They are the only avocados that are available […]
Crest Whitestrips [update]
In a recent post, I told you about how I was going to try Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express Whitestrips. Well, I did. After I put the girls to bed on Sunday night, I applied the Whitestrips and set a timer for 2 hours. The application process was easy; just peel the strips off […]
Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express Whitestrips
I’ve always thought of at-home teeth whitening as a messy, expensive, and lengthy process. Does it really even work? This weekend I’ll get to answer this very question when I try out Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express Whitestrips for the first time! What am I whitening for, you ask? I’m getting invited to more […]
