Duck Duck Goose and Wheatberry Soup This is a budget-friendly winter soup that costs us about $.35 per person. The total cost of the aromatics (onion, celery, carrot) is about $.50 at my store. The rest of the vegetables are about $1.00; Kale about $1.00; and Wheatberries about $.25 ($.89/pound). Total = ~$2.75. This is … Read more
As I’ve been thinking about healthy lunches and what’s for lunch at schools recently, I keep coming back to the problem of soda and children. Specifically, I wonder what is the state of soda in schools. To answer my question, I’ve set out on an investigation. The situation is actually better than I expected, but better isn’t … Read more
Are you ready to make a change? Are you ready to let go of disposable diapers? It’s the right thing to do, and we can help you make an easy transition to reusable cloth diapers that you wash as easily as you wash your own clothing. Which Diapers Should You Choose? The same diapers are … Read more
Have you heard the news today? Have you heard the real story about baby sling safety? Several mainstream news stories today have said baby slings are bad—all baby slings. That is just irresponsible reporting that ignores real problems with specific baby carriers. The real story is that bag slings—slings that carry the baby low and curled … Read more
. . . and my daughter and her imperfect teeth Last week, my children had dental check ups. My son’s perfect teeth are the good news. My daughters mouth full of cavities is the bad news. When the dentist sat down with me to ask about the differences between them, he asked interesting questions. Did … Read more