Autumn is in the Air: Time to Turn on the Oven and Bake a Cake

  I love the fall…cool crisp mornings and warm sunny afternoons. Here in Colorado, the aspen leaves will be turning to gold, while back in New England where my daughter and her family live; the maples will be wearing flaming headdresses of scarlet, crimson and purple.   Many parents will be helping their children plan [...]

Wrap It Up For Easy Summer Dining: Make-A-Meal Monday

Want a delicious lunch or dinner idea that’s easy to make and fun to eat? Fill a whole wheat tortilla wrap! Use shrimp, tuna or chicken salad and add lettuce, tomato, sprouts, mashed avocado to increase the nutritional benefits. Do you have creative ideas for filling the tortilla wrap? You can pair the wrap with [...]

Making Memories With Your Children: Summer Craft Activities

I was in Chicago last weekend for Mother’s Day with my son and daughter-in-law.  I also had an opportunity to visit with my sister and her sons and their families. One evening, we all got together at a fantastic BBQ, hosted by my nephew and his wife.  We all had a great time…the food was [...]