Reading Time: 3 minutesThis is just a Willow Tree set we got here in the U.S.–but we love it! It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is almost here, and Christmas is truly right around the corner. For the next few weeks, I will be joining the amazing bloggers from the Modern Alternative Mama team for a Natural Holiday Celebration […]
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The Importance of Friends a Few Steps Ahead
Reading Time: 3 minutesMy hubby works 5 1/2 days a week. He teaches Spanish Monday through Friday and runs Saturday school on Saturday mornings. Since our girls aren’t in preschool or Mother’s Day Out, that means there is little “mommy time” each week. I have struggled with feelings of desiring to have some alone time. I’m a people person, […]
Almost Fried Chicken Tenders
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis week’s recipe is one of my hubby’s absolute favorites. He’s a Mississippi boy and grew up on his mama’s fried chicken. Well, this isn’t it. But it’s…um…probably as close as I’ll ever get! You see, when he married me, my poor hubby could actually cook better than I could. I had no.clue. Really. The […]
Starting Solid Food with Babies
Reading Time: 2 minutesImage by pbboss Welcome to this week’s edition of First Years Friday! After spending several months covering breastfeeding, today marks the start to a 10-post series on starting solid foods! My Story When I became a mom in 2008, it seemed like everyone had an opinion about everything when it came to raising our daughter. “Let her […]
How to Heal Ear Infections Naturally: 5 Holistic Remedies
Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s possible to heal ear infections naturally with safe, at-home treatments. Here are five holistic remedies to try for ear infections to help you avoid conventional antibiotics. As a new mother, I prided myself on the fact that my 2-year-old had never had a full-blown ear infection. A strong proponent of breastfeeding and having nursed her until she was […]
Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis week’s recipe is for tonight’s dinner: Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms. This meal is easy, filling and you can make it with either chicken, shrimp or even sausage if you want. Without further ado, here’s today’s recipe. Scroll down for the week’s meal plan! Image by sh0dan ( Image by sh0dan Meal Plan for 10/24-10/30 Monday: […]


