LifeDoneWell is thrilled to introduce you to a new contributing writer, Maria Smith. Maria is married with 4 kids, aged 13 to 8. In her pre-baby life, she was a TV producer at shows such The Oprah Winfrey Show and ESPN’s Sportscenter. A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago, Maria was a four year Division I basketball player. She was an Academic All-American among winning…
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Serve these 30 Fall Side Dish Recipes all year long. Some of these fall-inspired recipes are so good, the main dish may just get pushed to the side! We love all of the flavors of fall. Whether it’s potatoes, cauliflower or one of the many delicious squashes that are available around this time of the year, we love them. They make such a seasonal side…
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I have already shared some of my favorite veggie forward classic cookbooks and honestly, they are all part of my most used cookbooks. But recently I have discovered four new veggie-centric cookbooks that are amazing! Besides having great recipes and guides in them, all four cookbooks are just beautiful. I am not a vegetarian, but I love vegetables. I grow vegetables and I love finding new…
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This Instant Pot Turkey Turmeric Stir Fry Recipe is full of flavor thanks to turmeric and coco aminos. It comes together in just 20 minutes! I am just loving the instant pot these days. With crazy days, it is great to have a simple solution to dinner without worrying about take out and compromising on having delicious real food. The instant pot has been a…
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There’s more to pumpkin than spiced lattes and pumpkin bread. Pumpkin works wonderfully in savory dishes like pastas, main courses, soups and salads. It’s amazing how versatile they are! You can also use pumpkin in so many savory pumpkin recipes. Perfect for lunch, dinner or side dishes, pumpkin can be used in so many ways besides sweet desserts. Enjoy these savory pumpkin recipes all fall…
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It’s apple picking season and that means fresh, crunchy apples are aplenty! Besides enjoying a delicious apple for a snack, I love to use them as my star ingredient in so many amazing apple recipes. There is such a variety of apples, so be sure to choose the right one for each recipe. From breakfast to dessert to drinks and salads, you will be surprised…
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Is it even fall if you don’t make a loaf of Pumpkin Bread? This is our go-to pumpkin bread recipe that we make quite often, every fall from September to Thanksgiving it seems! It’s like comfort food to us! With real ingredients like pumpkin and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, you are going to want to keep a loaf of Pumpkin Bread nearby. …
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Pandemic parenting is hard. Really, really hard. It’s difficult for parents with kids of all ages. We have had to give up control in some areas, while being thrust the control over other things. I’m here to tell you that we can do hard things. We got this. The impact of COVID-19 on parents around the world has been stark. Many students have traded…
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If you are thinking about trying some CBD products, you aren’t alone. There has been a boom in CBD everything. It can help with pain, aid digestion and help reduce anxiety, among other things. There are even CBD oil products you can use on your pets! I am a CBD user and it has been a wonderful addition to my daily regime. I use it…
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Meal planning blogs can save your sanity. Busy moms (and dads) can use real food ingredients and make tasty dishes without the constant question of what to cook for dinner. If you like lists and plans, these meal planning bloggers are your (and my) kind of people. I use to be a great meal planner when the kids were home. I worked full time and…
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There’s nothing better than comfort food. It is, by definition, comforting. It tastes like home and all the memories that conjures up. Whether you need a pick me up or a way to celebrate, easy comfort food recipes can be a fantastic go-to. What do you think of when you think of comfort food? Is it the apple pie your grandma made? Or the special German…
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Virtual classes and online events are the new norm. COVID-19 has changed so much of our lives. It is truly overwhelming to think of the effect the pandemic has had on our communities. We all have new normals now so, during this time we need to find ways to stay stimulated and engaged. Virtual and online events and classes have been my lifesavers! I am…
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