Yearly Archives: 2014

Scientific Reasons Why GMOs Should Be Labeled

Oregon Measure 92

Some supporters of GMOs want to frame the labeling issue as a debate between science-minded types who want to move agriculture forward VS fearful non-scientific speculators who want to label foods without reason. This is a deliberate deception and couldn’t…

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Posted in Food Articles, Food Politics, Science

Teaching Self-Discipline and Self-Control with Marshmallows? The Importance of Teaching Kids About Delayed Gratification

I’ve often found delaying instant gratification can be a tough personal trait to exercise as an a adult. So it got me wondering about how our kids deal with this crucial thought process. And better yet, what can we do…

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Posted in Family, Food Articles, Fun, Kid Friendly, Parenting, Philosophies

Appreciation Checklist: 10 Reasons I Know Moms Give Everything

I Love mom - Moms appreciation

As friends and co-workers celebrate their kids’ high school and college graduations, I’m struck by the staggering investment that an involved parent makes in each child’s life. Yet the decades-long dedication comes so automatically to most, as there is simply no other…

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Brown Butter Cornmeal Pancakes Recipe: A Gold Medal Breakfast

Brown Butter Cornmeal Pancakes

I hope everyone has enjoyed the Sochi Winter Games, and if you don’t feel that your country has won quite enough gold medals, here’s a way to make some of your own. I’ve been making cornmeal pancakes out of the…

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Posted in Breakfast, Family, Fast, Kid Friendly, Recipes