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"Righteous Eating" Feeding Into Eating Disorders

There's been a lot of scary stories about food lately, from the peanut butter recalls to the discovery of mercury in high fructose corn syrup.  Many parents, myself included, have become more critical about what finds its way onto the dining room table.  And when the kids ask … [Read more...]

Homemade Glue for Kids Crafts

All-Natural Homemade Glue is a simple recipe to do along with your children that can keep for weeks in the fridge. My girls enjoy using it for all of their weekly art projects and I don't get worried if my baby takes a taste or two! You simply mix 1 cup of flour, 1/3 cup of … [Read more...]

A Spoonful of Sugar Could Save Children's Lives

A friend of mine's daughter went to Africa.  She had to end her trip early, fly to the US, and be hospitalized for malaria. She was a lucky American child who could get medical care for this disease that affects 350–500 million people worldwide each year.  Her life was never … [Read more...]

Fair Trade Justice With Just Us! Coffee Roasters Co-op

I am NOT a coffee addict. Am not. But I dare say I might become one. I do enjoy a good cup of coffee, but caffeine sometimes makes me edgy.  Though I have managed to mostly avoid the lure of Starbucks, I have been known to indulge in a white chocolate mocha at Second … [Read more...]