We had two days of 70 degree weather in Chicago this week and I admit it: I was feeling all the summer vibes. Although Easton was the only one actually wearing shorts, the sunshine and breeze had me dreaming on flipflops, beach days … and ice cream on a warm night. But this mama also …
Read-Aloud Series Favorites for Any Age
Last week, I shared some of my favorite motivational reads — which actually aren’t reads but listens because since I’ve had kids (um, for 6 years now), my ability to focus on a book has dramatically dropped. By the time I climb into bed at night, I get through two pages at most before my …
Frango Mint Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
Healthy High-Protein, Low-Sugar Breakfast With Real Chocolate Taste Sometimes you just need to start your day with an indulgence. Preferably a chocolate one. This recipe is inspired by a classic Chicago candy, Frango mints: a chocolate candy with a hint of mint that’s rich, smooth and sweet. The decadent chocolate flavor of this guilt-free smoothie …
Healthy Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl
Guilt-Free Clean Eating Breakfast That Tastes Like Dessert Sometimes … you just want cookies for breakfast. If you’re my children, you always want cookies for breakfast. In my house, we compromise with a smoothie bowl that tastes like cookie dough — but is clean, high in protein, and low in sugar for the best start …