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• Thanksgiving Recipe – Maple Glazed Apple & Sweet Potato Gratin

  

  The Thanksgiving shopping and prepping officially started in our house this weekend. We’re cooking for thirteen this year so please wish me luck! Read more

  Posted on 19 November 2012 FAMILY, FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Taking Time Off

  

  It is hard to take time off from work. I mean really take time off, like not checking or replying to any emails. Whenever I take a few days and then go back,... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2012 FAMILY

• Getting Back on Track

  

  I have been horrible about writing here lately. I started a new job in April and it has taken up a lot of my time. Whenever you start something new it takes a... Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2012 FAMILY

• Operation Home Organization – Bathrooms

  

  Too much stuff and not enough storage? Here are some ideas for organizing your bathrooms.Get rid of any outdated medications and expired makeup. Organic makeup... Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2012 FAMILY

• Fine Art Friday – Michael O’Briant

  

  Michael O’Briant currently lives in Chicago and received a BFA from East Carolina University and a MFA from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Read more

  Posted on 20 July 2012 ART & DESIGN, CULTURE

• Healthy Veggie Snacks for Kids

  

  Here are a couple of delicious recipes for healthy kids snacks using vegetables that you can find in your garden or at your local farmers market right now.... Read more

  Posted on 18 July 2012 FAMILY, FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING

• Celebrating the Olympics with Kids

  

  The 2012 summer Olympics are taking place in London, England July 27th through August 12th. The events feature twenty six sports including swimming,... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2012 FAMILY

• Simple Ways to Stay in Shape

  

  This is a guest post by Erin Cox. Erin’s new book, ONE HOT MAMA: The Guide to Getting Your Mind and Body Back After Baby, is being published by Hay House this... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2012 FAMILY

• Thriving

  

  What does it take to not just get by, but to really thrive in life?I asked Simple Living Family readers how they don’t just live, but flourish. Here are a coupl... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2012 FAMILY

• Zen Parenting

  

  My six year old son gets up really early every morning. This morning he said to me, “Do you know why I get up so early? So that I can hear the birds singing.... Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2012 FAMILY

• Encouraging Summer Learning

  

  Jay and I are looking for ways we can continue to work with our son over summer vacation who is transitioning in the fall from kindergarten to first grade. Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2012 FAMILY

• Style and Beauty Resources

  

  Thanks to the internet and social media we have access to all sorts of different style and beauty resources. Here are few of my favorites…Magazine websitesReal... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2012 FAMILY

• Kids Earth Day Craft – Recycled Bookmark

  In honor of Earth Day today, here is a craft you can do with kids that uses recycled materials.Supplies NeededOld greeting cardsCardboard or... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2012 FAMILY

• Five Things You Thought Were Trash

  

  Five of the Most Reusable Household Items Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. These are the three “Rs” of a better environment. Many people may try to reduce the use of... Read more

  Posted on 25 March 2012 ECO-LIVING, ENVIRONMENT, FAMILY

• Easter and Spring Books and Gifts

  

  Looking for great Easter gifts for kids or simply some books to celebrate Spring? Don’t forget Barefoot Books!Who’s in the Garden? Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2012 FAMILY

• Go Green for Your Health

  

  Interior designers use houseplants to breath life into homes, but in reality they are much more than just pretty accent pieces. They can also reduce stress and... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2012 FAMILY

• Looking Your Best – Spring Trends

  

  Some of the trends for spring I’ve seen and like so far are:Ruffles, polka dots and other really girly/feminine stylesJewel tones such as purple, turquoise and... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2012 FAMILY

• Musical Vegetables

  

  This is another great guest post by Niko Johnstone, a writer and recording engineer from Portland, Maine. You can contact Niko at [email protected]. How t... Read more

  Posted on 29 February 2012 FAMILY, SCHOOLING

• appSmitten’s Free Newsletter

  

  appSmitten hand selects the best apps for your iPhone, iPad or Android and emails the recommendations directly to your inbox. You can choose if you want the... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2012 FAMILY

• Hosting Stress-free Gatherings

  

  Having people over shouldn’t totally stress you out or completely drain your wallet. Here are some helpful tips: A week or two before the event, make a list. Tr... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2012 FAMILY, HOME, PARTIES