A Timely Reminder
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Health on Wednesday, October 27, 2010
When I checked my calendar for tomorrow, I saw it there in big bold letters: Mammogram. Surprisingly, the appointment I normally dread for weeks kind of snuck up on me this time around. It’s become a bit of a routine - since my treatment for non-invasive breast cancer almost two years ago, I get checked out on a fairly regular basis. It’s never fun, but these days it does bring me a peace of mind... READ MORE
Dress up the Fruit?
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Health on Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Make fruit pretty.
That’s what a group of Dutch researchers says we need to do to get children to eat it, after a recent study. They offered two plates of fruit, one with a more visually appealing presentation, and found that children ate an average of twice as much fruit from the prettier plate. Thus, their conclusion: dress fruit up, and kids will eat it.
You can read the whole article here. I’d... READ MORE
3 Ways to Eat More Veggies
Posted by Danielle Bean in Health on Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Being mom (and wife!) to a number of somewhat less than enthusiastic vegetable-eaters, this recent article in the New York Times caught my eye:
Told to Eat Its Vegetables, America Orders Fries
Despite health warnings, endorsements from the First Lady, and multi-million dollar ad campaigns, vegetables have yet to win favored food status in the hearts of most Americans.
“It is disappointing,” said Dr.... READ MORE
Mamas Moving With Mary
Posted by Danielle Bean in Health on Tuesday, August 31, 2010
***UPDATE: Contest is now over and comments are closed. I will post the winner’s name shortly!
Do you ever think it’s too hard for a mom to find regular time for fitness and prayer? Well, here’s an inspiring story of some moms who made fitness and prayer a priority—with great results!
Mamas Movin’ With Mary started when three Catholic moms decided to get together regularly with the goal of training... READ MORE
Strep-tastic
Posted by Danielle Bean in Health on Friday, August 20, 2010
“I feel like I’ve been whining for two days straight,” I whined to my husband last night as we went to bed.
“You have,” he responded matter-of-factly.
I do have an excuse. I’m sick. Or to give you a better idea of what I’ve been like to live with lately, I should probably say, “I’m siiiiiiiiick ...”
I don’t get sick often. I am sure my family is grateful for this.
This particular illness comes with... READ MORE
Egg Recall
Posted by Arwen Mosher in News on Thursday, August 19, 2010
I’m sure many of you have seen this already, but in case you haven’t: a new outbreak of salmonella poisoning has led to an egg recall.
The FDA has details about it here.
Fitting in Five
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Homemaking on Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Arwen’s lovely veggie post earlier this week left my mouth watering. Perhaps I was tantalized by the incredible photo of all of those fresh veggies lined up so neatly, just waiting to be roasted. I felt inspired, and yet when I walked into my kitchen to find something to bake, I lost my motivation.
My search for fresh produce yield three semi rotten apples, an onion, a brown banana, and some raisins... READ MORE
Asperger's and Adolescents
Posted by Lisa Hendey in FamilyHealth on Tuesday, May 18, 2010
This week, I received a note from a mom whose son was recently diagnosed with Asperger’s. According to the Autism Society of America, “what distinguishes Asperger’s Disorder from Autism Disorder is the severity of the symptoms and the absence of language delays.”
I know the challenges of Autism firsthand, since one of my nephews was diagnosed and is receiving treatment and special education. He... READ MORE
Surviving Cancer and Blogging Moms
Posted by Lisa Hendey in News on Thursday, April 29, 2010
This week on the podcast (click here to listen or click on the player above), Danielle chats with Elizabeth and me about the topic of being a cancer survivor. Elizabeth today commemorates the 20th anniversary of her diagnosis with a stirring reflection on the experience and how it impacted her spiritually. Our conversation relates to dealing with the stress of illness, how it impacts upon your family,... READ MORE
Fishes Not Delicious
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Food on Monday, March 22, 2010
Comedian Jackie Mason has a routine about “acquired tastes.”
If you have to acquire a taste for something, he holds, it’s because it’s yucky.
No one ever has to acquire a taste for potato chips, he notes.
Know why? “‘Cause they’re good!”
I would be the last person to suggest it would be good for your health to follow the “eat only what’s yummy diet” or to permit your kids to do so.
Still, I couldn’t... READ MORE
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