savoring life through family & food
Meal planning sounds daunting, but once you find a system that works for you, it’s life-changing! On any given day, meal planning attributes to the healthy habits I’m trying to encourage in my family. When I don’t take the time to meal plan, I feel stuck, overwhelmed, and a healthy dinner doesn’t happen. But I’ve learned that meal…
Sometimes I crave something saucy with big flavor and small effort. This recipe is perfectly that: citrusy, savory, herby and super easy to whip up—it’s also very adaptable. Don’t like cilantro? Just swap it for any fresh herb. No limes on hand? Use lemon instead. Try chicken thighs instead of breasts (adjust cooking time accordingly). And,…
Popcorn is one of those snacks with nostalgic superpowers. It’s something many of us have grown up eating during movies, sleepovers, as popcorn balls for Halloween, or just as a great snack. So simple, yet so wonderful. As a kid, I remember my mom teaching me how to pop up this favorite treat on the stovetop…
What’s a girl to do when she feels like she’s got nothing left in the tank, and there’s no energy-giving gas station in sight? Friends, I’m in that space right now. Life is crazy. Work is crazy. My boys are in moody, behavior-y spaces and I’m feeling like a loser mom who can’t manage,…
I’m sharing my experiences during a 21-day food detox. If you’d like to start reading from Day 1, click here. Receive all of our blog posts via email—simply email us at info@life-adopted.com and we’ll add you to the list. Yay, we made it! It’s been 21 days since I first started a food detox and…
I’m sharing my experiences during a 21-day food detox. If you’d like to start reading from Day 1, click here. I had planned different posts for today and yesterday but I have to be real with you guys—I am worn out and not feeling well today so I indulged in a sweet treat and have…
I’m sharing my experiences during a 21-day food detox. If you’d like to start reading from Day 1, click here. When I tell someone I’m doing a food detox for 21 days I typically get a response similar to “I could never do that!” Believe me, I get it…who would want to willingly torture themselves like…
I’m sharing my experiences during a 21-day food detox. If you’d like to start reading from Day 1, click here. Receive all of the remaining 21-Day Detox Challenge posts via email, simply email us at info@life-adopted.com and we’ll add you to the list. I love my food salty, tangy, fruity, spicy, pungent, slightly sweet, earthy,…
I’m sharing my experiences during a 21-day food detox. If you’d like to start reading from Day 1, click here. Receive all of the remaining 21-Day Detox Challenge posts via email, simply email us at info@life-adopted.com and we’ll add you to the list. Hummus and guacamole are two of my absolute favorite dips. So why…