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Holiday Gift Guide 2025 I’ve cooked in tiny apartments, grills in office courtyards and everything in between.  Whether you’re shopping for a brand new home cook, your favorite baker, or the “I already have everything” foodie, this guide is packed with practical, joyful gifts at every price point.  I’m a big fan of consumables (nothing to dust!) and tools that actually get used.  Let’s shop...

60 Days Soft Challenge I’ve been in a bit of a funk lately. Honestly, I think it started when I turned 57. I can’t explain it exactly.  Just this low hum of “meh” that’s been following me around. I’ve been doing all the “right” things.  Tracking, cooking, walking, training.  But I’m not feeling as inspired or energized as I used to. And you know what?...

The Best Winter Clogs for Women Yesterday on instagram, I asked what the best winter clogs for women were, and asked for your suggestions.  I received so many responses – and many brand I had never even heard of.  Because there were so many responses I am going to list the suggestions below – and while I don’t know if any of these are the...

Day 2 of 100 Days of 2024! As we enter the final 100 days of 2024, I’m setting some personal goals, and I wanted to share my “why” with you. For me, it’s about finding a new hobby outside of cooking. Cooking used to be my creative outlet, but now that it’s a big part of my job, it feels like every time I cook,...

Day 1 of 100 Days of 2024! Welcome to our 100 day challenge!  If you missed it, Hannah and I are doing a 100 day challenge for the last 100 days of 2024.  What you decide to challenge yourself is completely up to you.  Is it weight loss?  Sleeping more?  Finding a hobby?  Switching jobs?   Setting intentions is about being clear on what you want...

How I Made Weight Watchers Work for Me Embarking on a weight loss journey can feel overwhelming, especially with the abundance of diets and programs available. After experimenting with various methods, I found a sustainable and effective approach with Weight Watchers (WW). Here’s how I made Weight Watchers work for me, and how you can too. 1. Personalize Your Plan Weight Watchers offers a flexible...

My Favorite Workout Videos on YouTube I am embarrassed to say that I belong to five gyms, yet I still find my favorite workout videos on YouTube! In case you have Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, they have something called Blue 365, where you can join 12,000+ gyms for one low payment of $28.  They are all basic gym memberships, but since 2017 I have...

Over the past year I get questions about some of the things that I use and decided to make a Holiday Gift Guide 2022! These products are things that I use on a regular basis.  Please note, I have two affiliate links and will disclose those items below on the list.  Cooking for One Cookbook My second cookbook, Cooking for One, came out in August...

The question of the day is. . . “What is the New Weight Watchers Plan 2022?” and beyond! Here are all the details you need to know, but first and foremost, let’s not freak out!  I know change is hard for some of you but hopefully you’ve been focusing on protein and produce, so this new plan won’t be that much of a change. What...

My second cookbook is now available and oh what a journey it was. For the full story and purchase links, read on!