Roasted Vegetables are Amazeballs
Not so long ago, I didn’t know how to cook. Not a single thing. I could make bad scrambled eggs, burnt bacon, and burnt toast. That was it. I lived off cold cut sandwiches, cereal, chips, frozen...
View ArticleHow To Find Time To Read and Read Faster
I know lots of women love to read to learn or for pleasure, but once you become a mom it can be hard to find the time to read. So I thought I would share how I have been able to read about 2 to 3 books...
View ArticleBreathe In, Breathe Out
One of the most amazing things I have learned from my longtime healer and mentor, Mary Beth McBride, is to simply be with my emotions. Since Penelope arrived, I am much more conscious of my emotions...
View ArticleMy New Garden Containers From EarthEasy.com and a HUGE Giveaway!
When we first moved to South Florida this summer, one of the first things I did was research container gardening options. Leaving behind the home we had owned for a long time meant losing my 10×30...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Tips + Tricks
When I launched my second Slow Cooker Freezer Recipes cookbook back in August (From Your Freezer To Your Family, Back To School Slow Cooker Freezer Recipes), I offered a couple of free gifts with...
View ArticleNatural Deodorant that Actually Works
Trying to find a natural deodorant that really works is like searching for the Holy Grail. I know because I have been searching for one since I was 18. Most women, like myself, have the best intentions...
View ArticleCrystals for Healing
So many of you enjoyed the post I did about amethyst crystals for protection and had lots of questions about how exactly crystal healing works and where to find and buy crystals, I wanted to share a...
View ArticleColor Therapy for Kids
While working towards becoming an energy healer over a decade ago (I became a Certified Reiki Master back in 2001), I absolutely loved learning about the healing powers of color. As I learned more...
View ArticleM+BL Cookbook Bundle Deal
It’s been about a year and half since my very first cookbook came out. What a whirlwind it has all been! I have always been an entrepreneur, but I’m finding that managing and growing an online...
View ArticlePear Tree Greetings Giveaway!
Maybe you are like me. Christmas card season simultaneously stresses me out beyond belief AND excites me so much I literally get giddy with anticipation. The whole process is stressful from planning...
View ArticleGrain Free Thanksgiving Menu
Thanksgiving dinner used to scare the bejeezus out of me. Lots has changed since then and now I really enjoy cooking on Thanksgiving. I always keep the meal simple and resist the urge to make five...
View ArticleAsheville Trip + Tea Collection Giveaway!
Over the years I have traveled to North Carolina a lot. I have family in the Greensboro area and friends in Raleigh. I love the Boone area and the Blue Ridge Mountains, but I had never made it to...
View ArticleThanksgiving Weekend M+BL Online Store Sale!!
Hiya! Happy Thanksgiving! Starting today everything in my online store is 30-50% off! The BEST deal is the M+BL Cookbook Bundle. It is normally 30% off the individual book prices, and it is an...
View ArticleAdvent + St. Nicholas
This year I am starting a new tradition for my little family and I thought I would share. It was inspired by my sweet friend Haley and her new book: Feast! Real Food, Reflections and Simple Living for...
View ArticleDIY Kids Christmas Craft Ideas
Last year I did a couple of Christmas crafts with Penelope that were really fun. She got such a kick out them, and they were all great fine motor skill practicing opportunities. For this Christmas...
View ArticleThe Mama and Baby Love Podcast!!!
Hiya! My new podcast is coming soon! This idea has been gestating for awhile now and I am so excited to finally be birthing this project. I have interviewed some awesome people and I know y’all are...
View Article2013 Recap and 2014 Goals
Two years ago, I implemented a new way to do New Year’s Resolutions in hopes that it would give me a higher success rate of actually accomplishing my goals. In the past, I would write a 4 page...
View ArticleWhy Your Pets Should Eat Raw Meat
We have a new member of our family! I’m excited to introduce you to Sadie Sev Ella (named by Penelope, who has a flair for extravagant pet names – she named her goldfish Mowanda, Shoshawnda and...
View ArticleHealing For Mothers eBook!
Healing for Mothers is an ebook that has been gestating in my mind for some time, and the first stage of the book is being born today! For a limited time, you can get this ebook for free when you...
View ArticleFrom Your Garden to Your Family: Beginner Gardening Guide and Cookbook!
I love gardening so much. It has long been a tool for coping, healing and pure enjoyment. I get to be outdoors on a beautiful day and am getting exercise at the same time. Sometimes walking and yoga...
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