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Let Them Eat Chocolate

I’ve confessed to my “Mommy addiction” in previous posts. It’s not Downton Abbey, Facebook or expensive leather handbags (though, I wouldn’t balk if Santa happened to leave a Hermes Birkin bag under the tree this Christmas). Rather, my obsession is much higher in calories: Nature Valley Dark Chocolate Granola Thins. A.K.A. Crunchy crack. Crispy, chocolatey, OOOOHHH-EMMM-GEEE! drool-on-your-keyboard crack. Don’t let the name fool you; the granola part is just a guise. The fact is; I’m all about the chocolate. I love me some chocolate… and so does my 8-year-old. Unfortunately, as parents we’re supposed to set good examples, so eating … Continue reading →

Want to Get Skinny? Eat Chocolate

I knew it all along. Those of use who eat chocolate tend to be skinnier. No one would believe me, but her you go, some evidence. Well, at least some support for my theory. Researchers have found that eating chocolate may in fact keep you slim. People who eat chocolate frequently tend to have a lower Body Mass Index (BMI) than people who eat chocolate only infrequently. (Who are these people who only eat it infrequently? Perhaps we should sign them up for a study that examine’s their mental health. Just kidding of course.) The average person eats chocolate twice … Continue reading →

Picking a Pod Coffee Maker

Pod coffee makers are very popular right now, and more manufacturers are making them. How do they compare to the more traditional kinds of coffee makers and how can you choose the right pod coffee maker? Here is some information that will help you decided if a pod coffee maker, also called a pod coffee brewer is right for you. Pod coffee makers make one cup or mug of coffee at a time, although most pod coffee makers let you choose the size of your cup. They work by using pods, or little cups filled with coffee grounds that are … Continue reading →

Buttery Chocolate Chip Cookies

My kids would eat a dozen of these in one sitting, if I let them. Because of the high butter content, these cookies will spread if the dough isn’t chilled first. Just stick the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes or longer. Personally, we don’t mind flatter cookies, but I thought I would warn you about this. These cookies melt in your mouth. Here is a tip: Use a cookie scoop for evenly-sized cookies that are easy to drop on the cookie sheets. 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) … Continue reading →

Do You Dream In Chocolate?

Do you like chocolate? If you are anything like me, then the answer is a resounding yes. In fact, I just finished eating a home made brownie and it was delicious. Since chocolate is so appealing to so many people, its popularity makes it a good choice for a business idea. Chocolate is also something that you can work with at home, in your own kitchen. As with any home-based business, you will need to write a business plan. The process of writing your business plan will help you determine what kinds of chocolate confections you will make and how … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day School Treats: Make or Buy?

Valentine’s Day is like Halloween 2 around here. Spring Halloween. Parents with young children know what I’m referring to: Another round of running from store to store trying to find the perfect treat for your kid to pass out to his classmates… all of his classmates. Gone are the “Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown” days when the wishy-washy, round-headed kids got shunned by the popular students. These days you bring a card or treat for the entire class or don’t bother coming to school at all. My daughter’s first grade class consists of 21 kids—14 boys and 7 girls. Whereas … Continue reading →

Make Mine Chocolate

Mick doesn’t often venture into the kitchen to cook. More often than not that is my domain. When he does, he usually makes something sweet and chocolaty. The other day he decided to make a sweet treat to take with us to the football. This is the one he made. Occasionally you get a slice that is rich and almost impossible to resist. I defy anyone to not want to come back to for a second piece of this one or even a third. So although I am giving you a quantity here for one slice, I suggest you double … Continue reading →

What to Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate

Last week I took my cat to the vet for his routine yearly checkup. I thought I might find some inspiration for an article from the trip. I did, but it turns out it’s not about my cat at all. While I was gone with my cat, I forgot to close the door to the pantry. To make a long story short, although we put several safeguards in place to prevent something like this from happening, the dog still got into some chocolate. She’s doing fine, but I thought I would share what we did, and the information we learned … Continue reading →

How to Make Your Own Dry Shampoo

Interested in trying a dry shampoo? You don’t have to shell out big bucks if you’ve got a well-stocked kitchen and medicine cabinet. I bet you’ve already got everything you need on hand. The quickest, simplest dry shampoo recipe I found? Take a little corn starch — yes, the stuff used in cooking to thicken sauces — and work it into your hair. Start at the roots and scalp, where hair tends to be the oiliest. Scrub it around as if you were using shampoo in the shower, then brush or comb it out. The corn starch will soak up … Continue reading →

Baby Blog Month in Review: November 2008

I hope that you had a good holiday with your little one(s). November went by so fast, it is hard to believe that december and the holidays are already upon us. Here are all of the blogs that we posted last month in the Baby Blog. November 1st Baby Blog Week in Review: October 20th Through October 26th As parents, we always worry about our children. It is so important to stay informed, whether it is an issue with BPA in plastics or baby clothing that is causing medical issues. Explore the posts in the Baby Blog for the week … Continue reading →