Welcome back for another eco-friendly Friday y'all! I hope today finds you well and that you came prepared to make little life changes that will help you help the environment. This week is another simple switch that can keep a bit of green in your pockets over time. We've been using reusable snack bags since … Continue reading Reusable Snack Bags
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Jaxon’s Double Chocolate Pancakes
Kids are so incredibly unique, even brothers. I'm always so surprised by how different their opinions can be about simple things like favorite flavors. Archie is obsessed with all things strawberry, Morrison loves more subtle flavors like vanilla, and Jaxon is always trying to fit more chocolate into his day. Recently Jaxon asked to be the … Continue reading Jaxon’s Double Chocolate Pancakes
Spring 2020
Everything has been so hectic this last month that we didn't even acknowledge the change of seasons. Spring sprung on the 19th and some of these little beauties popped up right on time. Then in typical New York fashion, there was frost, rain, more frost, and some snow. Now that we'll be stuck at home … Continue reading Spring 2020
Chocolate Protein Bites
These little chocolate bites are extremely satisfying with no guilt. There is no refined sugar or flour, they are completely vegan and are made with everyday ingredients most people have on hand. Enjoy a bite or two after a workout, as a dessert, or just as a midday snack. They're great for little ones too! … Continue reading Chocolate Protein Bites
Tofu Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms usually have an abundance of breadcrumbs (filler) and some kind of greasy meat (sausage) in them, which definitely means that traditional recipes aren't going to suit my needs. That being said, I was totally after the same flavor profile and texture that had satiated me in my omnivore years. Preheat your oven to … Continue reading Tofu Stuffed Mushrooms
Make Your Own
The cupboards in your home are packed full of possibilities and it's up to you to tap into what you're capable of. When we go to the store to buy everything already made for us we're doing a huge disservice to ourselves and the environment. Waste: Much of what we purchase in stores comes with … Continue reading Make Your Own
Roasting Garlic
Roasting garlic is such an easy way to fill your home with that "been cooking all day" aroma and it really has a multitude of uses. Not only does roasted garlic add a depth of flavor to dishes it also carries some serious health benefits. How to roast garlic: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees … Continue reading Roasting Garlic
Clean With Rags
Happy eco-friendly Friday everyone, it's time to save a lot of green on the Earth and in your pockets. This one is super simple and you probably have everything you need to get started already. I would really like to bring attention to the fact that most of the eco-friendly tips we've gone over so … Continue reading Clean With Rags
Flashback
Flashback to a shopping trip when my oldest son was only two. We went to Wal-Mart for some snacks and I noticed the store was pretty empty, the aisle I was in particularly. Without a second thought, I begin whizzing down the aisle making race car noises and my son was ecstatic. As we got close … Continue reading Flashback
