Did you know that today is National Gluten-Free Day? I don't know who declared all of these celebratory days but I'll play along. In honor of National Gluten-Free Day I want to introduce you to Anatomy of a PINEAPPLE, a blog dedicated solely to gluten-free cooking and created by a dear girlfriend of . . .
Tips For Taking Charge Of Teen Skin
We deal with a lot of hormones in our house (aside from my own). I have two teens: my oldest child is 15 and my middle is 12. Over the last year we've been dealing with hormone-induced acne breakouts. We've been working hard to establish skin care regimens that I hope they will stick to through . . .
How To Shop For A Winter Dress Coat + Outfit Inspiration
I think I've been open about the fact that I'm not a huge fan of cold weather. And, yes, I grew up in Michigan so technically I should be used to it. But there's a reason why I don't live there anymore. As much as I try to embrace the cold, I just really don't care for it. I think that's why . . .
Why I’m Doing A Nutritional Reboot With Lean With Amanda In 2021
From Thanksgiving through New Years I indulged in a lot of everything. I've been feeling tired and sluggish -- a common effect of having too much sugar in my diet. I'm ready to reset back into a healthy eating lifestyle. Last year at this time I began following a whole food nutrition program called . . .
My Favorite Post Holiday Detox Drink
I'm ready for a holiday detox. My daughter baked up a storm of fresh scones, cinnamon rolls, cookies, and other baked treats from Thanksgiving to Christmas and I gave in to all of the temptation. I've been feeling tired and sluggish -- I know it's time to hit the reset button and detox. I'm here for . . .
The Universe Is Speaking, Are You Listening?
This is not a post I planned to write. Sometimes spirit moves me and I feel energy flow through my fingers and I know I need to write my thoughts down. I wish it would happen more often, on demand, at convenient times and not at 1 a.m. when I really should be sleeping. Writing is how I process . . .
