Planning your weekend? Check out some of the events going on in and around Cleveland tonight through Sunday. All of the events listed below are family-friendly. As always, if you’re going to an event I haven’t listed, let us know in the comments! Click the event titles for more details & ticketing info if applicable. …
Summer Salad
I love to serve this salad as a light, fun appetizer at backyard get togethers. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory with the fresh strawberries and blue cheese combo. Feel free to mix it up and use other berries, like blueberries or raspberries. You can also use feta or another crumbly cheese if you’re not a fan of …
Weekly Roundup June 7th, 2019
Summer is in full swing and there’s lots to do in and around Cleveland this weekend! Check out some of the awesome community events going on. Attending something this weekend that’s not on my list? Let us know in the comments! Click the event titles for more details & ticketing info if applicable. Wildroots …
Taco Night
Tacos are always a popular choice over here so I keep taco seasoning on hand for a quick dinner option. Taco seasoning: 1/4 cup chili powder 1/4 cup cumin 1 TBSP garlic powder 1 tsp oregano 3 tsp red pepper flakes 1 tsp paprika salt & pepper Method: Add 2-3 TBSP to 1 lb of ground turkey or grass fed …
Get Selfish!
When life throws you a curveball, what do you do to get back on track? I was recently invited to speak on the Womens Entrepreneur Radio podcast where I talked about what to do when your current path no longer seems like the best one. You are in charge of your own happiness and you can take control of your …
Healthier Oatmeal Cookies
I believe in dessert and indulging. Food is a source of nutrients, but also a source of pleasure – let’s not forget that. I strongly believe the problem with sugar is the insane amounts of it we’re consuming – especially hidden sugars that come in processed and prepackaged foods. If you’re making most of your food at home, you know …
How to stay happy when others are negative
Do you ever find yourself surrounded by a bunch of negative nellys? Every time you try to look on the brighter side of life these people are quick to throw out all the reasons why the brighter side is “naive” or “not reality.” Here’s the thing – their negativity is more about how they see the world and what’s right …
Chicken Soup
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken – rinsed, dried & salted 32oz chicken broth 1 tsp chicken bouillon 4-5 cloves garlic, peeled & minced 1 onion chopped small bunch of carrots, chopped small bunch of celery, chopped 1 bag of frozen spinach parsley salt & pepper Method: 1. Place cleaned chicken in pot with chicken stock, some salt & pepper, …
How to Fulfill Your Dreams
Every second of our lives, we’re either working towards achieving our goals or moving further away from them. Seem dramatic? It’s not! I recently read that 98% of people do not achieve their dreams before they die. This blew my mind! Helping others find happiness and making their dreams come to life is the premise behind Balance & Thrive and …
Weekly Roundup – May 17th, 2019
It’s been a rainy start to spring, but with schools getting out next week and summer just a few weeks away, let’s get outside and do something fun! The high energy vibes are heading our way. This time of year is great for you to get out and about, and really do something you enjoy – whether that’s a walk …