Tag Archives: making things easier

Displaying Adaptability – Becoming a PTWOHM and Embracing my Slow Cooker (Again)

Posted on May 29, 2011 by

Three things happened to make me rediscover my mini-crockpot; I got exasperated with the price of (and ingredients in) lunch meat, whole pork loins went on sale, and I had a craving for a good cubano sandwich. Continue reading →

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Friday Five: Speedy Spring Cleaning Chores

Posted on May 20, 2011 by

Here are five things that I strive to get done every spring. They’re not going to raise your consciousness, but some of them might lower your energy bill, and save you a few trips to the store. Each one should take less than half an hour of hands-on time, so set a timer and do one a night until they’re done. You’ll be glad you did. Continue reading →

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Christmas Check-In: It’s All About the NOW.

Posted on March 1, 2011 by

Spring is finally on its way, and it’s time for our very first Christmas 2011 check-in! Remember how frazzled you were December 24th, and how you swore you weren’t going to let it happen again? Here are a few things you can do right now to reduce next year’s holiday stress. Continue reading →

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Cook Once, Eat Twice!

Posted on January 25, 2011 by

I suspect that even the most dedicated, penny-pinchingest leftover-eater on the planet gets tired of the same dish three or four meals in a row. With some careful planning, a dash of creativity, and a willingness to wing it, though, the same basic ingredients can do a quick change with a surprisingly small amount of extra time and effort. Continue reading →

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Planning for the 2011 Holidays

Posted on December 27, 2010 by

I made it! Christmas is done, gifts have been exchanged, dinner has been cooked and eaten, and I have survived. Now that it’s almost over, I try to find a few minutes to reflect on how I can make next Christmas less about stress and more about joy. Continue reading →

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