Everyone seems to be in transition right now. Kids are heading back to school, my instagram feed is full of pictures of Bento box lunch pails and the latest backpack trends, chalkboards that read, "First day of..." and uncluttered playrooms. The gym childcare is now cleared out of the big kids and now overflowing with all the toddlers left behind by their older siblings, and sadly, our neighborhood pool is closing. Supermarkets are getting decorated with pumpkins and ghoulish Halloween gear, cinnamon brooms and mums. And naturally, Indiana decided now would be a good time to feel like summer, for the first time all summer. What the heehaw? Now begins the confusing weather patterns, and the teasing of fall. Is she here? Is she coming? Is the heat staying, and will we have one glorious Indian summer until October? Or will I be in a scarf within a week? Nobody can know. But! I am here to tell you, your wardrobe doesn't need to falter under the weather identity crisis that is a … [Read more...]
Meal Ideas For Thanksgiving Turkey Leftovers
If you have leftover turkey on Thanksgiving, you're not alone. If you can't divvy up the leftovers and make food care packages for your guests or family to take home, your other choice is to find ways to re-purpose the turkey and other goodies. Easier said than done? Not at all because there are many ways to come up with new meals for all times of the day. Another great thing about leftovers is re-purposing your turkey and freezing it so you have pre-made meals ready to pop in the oven for those really busy days. These are only suggestions. Feel free to create and experiment with any ingredients. Creative Leftover Ideas for After Thanksgiving Turkey Omelet - Eggs, green onion, cheese, diced green/red/yellow/orange peppers Turkey Frittata Turkey Barley Soup - Barley, corn, celery, chicken broth or broth made from the turkey carcass, carrots, and onions Turkey Soup with Dumplings - You can use the leftover stuffing as your dumplings. Roll the stuffing into a ball. You may have to … [Read more...]
8 Ways To Give Back This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and be thankful for what we have. It's also a time to give back to people who are less fortunate. Eight ways your family can give back this Thanksgiving. 1. Donate to your food bank or local shelter. Food banks could always use your donations. You can donate non-perishable foods and other non-food products like diapers, toothpaste, personal hygiene products and more. If you want, you check with your local food bank to see if they need more of a particular item. Local shelters usually need more blankets and warm clothing like gloves, hats, socks, and scarves etc. 2. You can donate toys and gifts to your local children's hospital for the playrooms and support groups. The toys should be purchased new. 3. You can volunteer at a soup kitchen where you can help by serving food, cleaning up after the dinner, preparing food or picking up donations. It's also a good way to get a chance to chat with some of the patrons there as they'll probably have some … [Read more...]
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