August 8, 2015

How I Broke Through My Fear + a blog announcement!

I still remember the moment like it was yesterday. I was sitting at the nurses’ station staring blankly at my computer screen. After what felt like an incredibly fast orientation, this was my first night shift on my own - no preceptor to check over my work. I was going to be taking care of …

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July 20, 2015

Plan a Family Getaway to Door County, WI + Bridgeport Resort Review

Even though it’s already July, it’s not too late to plan a summer getaway! Our family just spent a beautiful weekend in Door County, WI. I love visiting Door County in the summer, but it’s even better in the fall, so put this on your travel list. There are so many fun activities for …

July 3, 2015

Strawberry Quinoa Salad + TV appearance

Juicy strawberries, sweet citrus dressing and tangy goat cheese come together beautifully in this light & easy summer side dish. It’s great at any temperature and is easy to whip up. We brought this to a friend’s BBQ last weekend and it was a hit. The subtly sweet salad balanced out the savory burgers and …

June 29, 2015

Your Summer Party & Travel Guide

Happy Summer! Blue skies, farmers markets and swimming pools… it’s hard not to love this time of year. The only problem? It FLIES by! This week is July already! So don’t waste another moment of summer. Throw that backyard barbecue, plan that weekend getaway, go to that outdoor concert. Whatever you’ve been looking forward to, …

May 19, 2015

Peanut Butter Quinoa Bars for a cause!

Always on the look out for easy, healthy snacks? No matter how many we buy at the store each week, we somehow still run out by Thursday or Friday. And I usually realize we need some as I’m running out the door and/or starving. One trick that helps with my snack dilemma is to bake …

May 7, 2015

Escaping to Kohler

Despite living in Wisconsin for over 10 years now, there is one state treasure that I’d neglected until this year. I’m not talking about Lambeau, Miller Coors, or the capitol building…. I’m referring to the gorgeous and serene Kohler Waters Spa. Refreshing waterfalls, soothing saunas, and world-class treatment are all tucked into this small town …

April 22, 2015

How to Create More Free Time

What would you accomplish with more time? We’re so used to feeling pressed for time that many of us have no idea how to answer that question. It’s time for us to reflect and really live life with more intention. Where do you want to be in a year? You can either set a goal with …

April 8, 2015

Mushroom Goat Cheese “Meat” Loaf

I’ve always dreamed of being the kind of mom who effortlessly serves organic vegetarian meals and stevia-sweetened desserts all in between teaching yoga and growing our own food. I had visions of Charlotte starting school having never seen a real cookie. I have a feeling I’m not quite there, since Char is adamant that the …

March 31, 2015

Roasted Eggplant & Pepper Sandwiches

Fresh bread… is there a better smell in this world? I would take that smell over spring tulips, Vera Wang perfume, anything! It always reminds me of walking into my grandparents’ condo as a kid. Every summer our family would venture down to Clearwater, FL and our first stop was always lunch at Grandma and …

March 29, 2015

Must-Have Easter Treats

Hi there! I’m in my kitchen unpacking from my TV appearance today. I had the chance to share 2 of my favorite Spring recipes perfect for next weekend. My favorite part of these recipes is that they can be prepared the day or 2 before Easter, so you have more time to enjoy family and …