Things I love right now

July 29, 2026
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None of this is sponsored--I just like these things and maybe you will, too. So I'm sharing my favorite things. Erasable pens....
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How to make the best cup of coffee

June 22, 2026
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☕ I love me a good cup of coffee! But what do the experts say about what the best cup of coffee entails? I did some research. Now, let me go on record and say I do...
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Hot cocoa for your soul

February 9, 2026
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Mid-winter is hot cocoa time, both literally and figuratively. Something to soothe body and soul is just the ticket for the Valentine season. So a cup of comforting hot...
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8 Comments · Blog, Inspiration, Recipes, Soul School

How to make the best chicken tenders – gluten-free op...

November 17, 2025
chicken-tenders
Looking for something easy but tasty before the big holiday cooking spree? I've got ya! I got addicted to these a few months ago and I do enjoy them with a sweet and...
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Three high-protein desserts that actually taste good

October 23, 2025
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If you're trying to get more protein into your day, desserts might not be the first place you look—but it's certainly a fun way to add protein! Whether you’re...
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3 easy vegan recipes that make yummy meals

August 14, 2025
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Whether you're fully plant-based or just trying to eat more vegan meals during the week, it doesn't have to be complicated—or boring. These three easy vegan recipes...
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How to intermittent fast — and why you might want to ...

July 30, 2025
intermittent-fasting
The buzz about intermittent fasting goes back years--I tried it almost a decade ago--but it's getting louder. Fasting has been around for centuries, practiced for...
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How to make an easy Thai vegan meal

May 14, 2025
Thai vegan from a Sicilian-American's kitchen? (wink) It's all about shortcuts. I know my way around a kitchen and make plenty of dishes from...
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Delicious, healthy salad recipe for any time of year

November 5, 2024
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Filling and super tasty, this healthy salad recipe is a recreation of one I had at a restaurant the other day. It's super-simple and makes a great dish for dinner...
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Chopped salad recipe tickles the taste buds

September 17, 2024
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Ok, so maybe not the healthiest chopped salad recipe ever, but I've made a few adjustments that helps make it healthier. I came across a version of this on Carnie...
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