Homeschooling 
There once was a time when I looked forward to the upcoming school year. I had fun picking out curriculum that would most challenge and engage my son. I opened the boxes of curriculum arriving in the mail like a kid at Christmas. When this summer arrived...I sighed with relief. Finally. Freedom! Have you ever felt that way about homeschooling? Can I tell you a secret? I feel terrible about this. I'm going to be honest: there have been more than a few times over the last several months when I've though about how nice it would be to send my older boys off to school. I could spend my days playing with my little ...Read More
Foods Very Blueberry Sugar-Free Ice Cream
Blueberries and ice cream—two things that remind me of childhood summers. I spent several years of my childhood living on the west side of Michigan where the blueberry patches are plentiful. Picking blueberries was a yearly event I looked forward to, but I think my brother, who ate more blueberries than actually went home, looked forward to it even more than I did. The same can be said for ice cream. I greatly enjoy ice cream, but my crazy red-headed brother simply adores ice cream! Want some more ice cream inspiration? Check out this awesome cookbook: Candida on Ice with over 20 more sugar-free ice cream ...Read More
Coconut Key Lime Cake Recipe (Grain-Free)
I've been on a gluten-free and "grain-light" diet for quite some time now. I eat far fewer grains than the average American. Recently, my Health Coach said it's important for me to go 100% grain-free. With a groan...I acquiesced. I knew it was coming. I just wasn't ready for it. Looking for gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on. But, I'm more ready for it than some. I have plenty of experience cooking with grain-free flours like coconut-flour and almond-flour (here is a great beginners guide to coconut flour). I've even developed ...Read More
Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week! Giveaway
When I found out I was having twins I was shocked. No. That is too mild of a word. I was completely overwhelmed at the thought. How would I care for them while caring for my two older boys? How in the world would I breastfeed my babies? Despite my fears, I was able to successfully breastfeed my boys for more than a year and a half. I'm thankful I had the experience of breastfeeding my singletons that came before. Breastfeeding two brings with it a unique set of challenges. I am happy to announce that my friend, Jennifer has recently released her book Breastfeeding Twins, Triplets and More! I wish this book would have ...Read More
Save Big on Homeschool Curriculum (Up to 92% Off): “Build Your Bundle”
When do you usually start shopping for homeschool curriculum? I usually start shopping at the beginning of the summer. But, I have a confession to make...I've not bought one book for next year yet. Nope, not one. We had a crazy, fun, busy beginning of the summer with lots of traveling. I just have just not been feeling in the school mood. This has been a much needed summer break for mama. Guess what! Not purchasing my homeschool curriculum early is working in my favor. It can work in yours too, because for one week only you can save BIG BUCKS on homeschool curriculum. Groovy Stuff You Should Know You gotta know, ...Read More
Win $100 Towards Homeschool Curriculum!
The first ever "Build Your Bundle"- Homeschool Edition sale is almost here! You can enter to win $100 towards your purchase to use when the sale goes live on 7-21-14. Enter now through 11:59PM EST on 7-20-14. The winner will be announced the day the sale starts! For one week only (July 21-28) save up to 92% on bestselling homeschooling products, including MANY on Cathy Duffy's Top 100 list! Enter the Giveaway Below! Be sure to look for the special coupon code you will get when you pin the giveaway on Pinterest! Not interested in entering the giveaway, but you want ...Read More
Tomato Basil Cheese Pie with Parmesan Rosemary Crust (Gluten-Free)
Is your herb garden in full force yet? Are those tomatoes ripening yet? I hope so, because you're going to love this delicious Tomato Basil Cheese Pie. If you live up north like me, you're going to have to pin this recipe for a later date (or visit the grocery store for your produce)! Are you looking for tips for going gluten free? I’ve gathered them all together in this Everything Gluten Free page. When I first made this Tomato Basil Cheese Pie recipe for my family, my 9-year-old son looked at it and said, "Ewwww, disgusting!" Like many 9-year-olds, if it looks strange, he promptly decides it must not be appetizing. ...Read More
5 Things I’m Teaching My Boys About Abortion
Abortion is an uncomfortable topic for many. Today it is an issue that straddles the moral, religious, and political spheres. But as parents, the last thing we want to do is shield our children from the hard questions this issue raises. We are raising our children to live in a world full of strongly held opinions, and more important than simply telling our children what to think, we want to teach them how to think about contentious issues. To do that, our children need to be exposed to the rhetoric (good and bad), used on all sides. 1. The big cop-out for men: "It's a women's issue." I want my boys to know they ...Read More
