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Dinner Time Again? Help! In need of inspiration!
Easy recipes, inspiration, ideas. Help each other find new ways to fix fast, healthy, tasty dinners by sharing our standbys -- the top-of-the-head recipes or family favorites we pull out of the hat on those days when we face the, "yikes, it's dinnertime already and I haven't done anything about feeding everyone" moment. Or the recipes you come across that inspire you to mix things up a bit.
LATEST POSTED BY: Kayla S5 real, fast, delicious meals from around the U.S. Eatocracy - Rachael Ray, Robin Miller and Martha Stewart all whip up some quick-and-easy meals on TV, but for those of us who aren’t gifted in the culinary sense, they might not be that simple. Well folks, CNN iReport has answered your cooking prayers. We’ve collected real recipes from real people as part of the cultural census for CNN's Defining America. For each night of the busy workweek, we’ve selected five fast, delicious meals that won’t eat up too much time or leave you scratching your head. Arturo Navarro of Chula Vista, California, can make a meal of scrumptious salmon, brown rice, and spinach salad in 15 minutes flat. The salmon cooks in virgin olive oil for three minutes on each side. In the meantime, he washes and prepares the spinach, tomato, bell pepper, and avocado salad – a favorite he makes a few times a week. “I’ve changed my diet since last May, so I’ve been eating salmon; better nutrition than what I ate before,” he said. He now prepares fresh meals each day. Michelle Chu’s typical weekday dinners usually consist of a protein, veggies and of course, dessert! She and her boyfriend, who live in Richmond, Virginia, recently visited Omaha Steaks for the first time and were sold on the tender meat. “It’s something we eat frequently because it’s filling, easy to prepare and tastes great.” Chu’s meal of steak, asparagus and whipped sweet potatoes took about 30 minutes from start to finish. And, she ended the meal on a sweet note – angel food cake drizzled with raspberries and Biscoff spread. Are we in heaven yet? Keep reading: http://eatocracy.cnn.com/2011/07/06/ireport-5-real-fast-delicious-meals-from-around-the-u-s/?hpt=hp_bn8ViewJuly.6th.2011
Giving Back
We like to live by the saying, "Leave everything a little better than you found it." How do you make the world a little bit better? Share here what you know about making a difference and making the world a better place.
LATEST POSTED BY: UncoolMomdotcomMy daughters and I joined a national mother-daughter organization a few years ago called National Charity League, Inc. (NCL). They have a chapter in our community. At first I was hesitant, because the dues were a bit high and it has a bit of a "junior league" feel, but it has been worth every penny. To be a member, you and your daughter(s), from the time they're in 7th grade until 12th, put in a required number of hours each year volunteering in the community. NCL sets up ties with a variety of organizations and you and your daughters "go and do". The teen years have been turbulent in our household and some of the only really good "mom and daughter times" for us have been when we're working side by side, volunteering. It's win-win-- we help make the world a better place and bond with each other. We've helped out at such organizations as Special Olympics, the animal shelter, a food bank, and a center for abused children. One of my daughters always says, "Well, we could always volunteer at those places without being a member of NCL" but having to "report hours" to the organization keeps us doing it-- I know we'd probably let life make us too busy otherwise!ViewFebruary.15th.2012
The Rice Krispies Making Memories Circle
We are back for 2011 and so excited! Throughout this year we're adding a twist to the Rice Krispies® challenges of the past that we think everyone will love. Through the Rice Krispies Making Memories Challenge, we're kicking it up a notch to add to the fun. The Motherhood is working with some of our favorite mom bloggers - who are working in four teams of four across the country - to create new Rice Krispies recipes and event "displays" based on surprise themes. Check back often for details on the mom bloggers’ Rice Krispies Making Memories Challenges! We will have four of them throughout the year, so the fun never stops! If you LOVE Rice Krispies® cereal like we do – or have a great memory about Rice Krispies cereal, tip or recipe you want to share – please join the conversation.
LATEST POSTED BY: Erin OAfter tallying the total number of points scored by each team during the four challenges this year - Easter, summer, Halloween and the winter holidays - our judges have reported the results and named a grand prize winner! The overall year-end honors go to the talented ladies of Team Phoenix! Congratulations to Ashley, Wendy, Jacquilyn and Kristyn! ALL of our teams went above and beyond time after time this year. Great job, ladies, and thanks for everything! Happy New Year!!!ViewDecember.20th.2011
Three Things I'm Grateful for Today
Studies show that focusing on what you're grateful for instead of what's going wrong makes you healthier and happier. It's simple. Every day look for things that are good in your life--then make a record of them here.
LATEST POSTED BY: Deborah1.Went to my son's vocal performance (knowing that there was a very good chance I would just watch him stand or excuse himself to the bathroom, since that HAS happened before) and the boy actually sang. Progress:) 2. Support and encouragement 3. This time of yearViewMay.23rd.2012
Obama Mamas
If you are head over heels for the Democratic ticket, join us!
LATEST POSTED BY: BrandieThe White House's Big Earth Day Announcement by Josh Loposer http://www.greendaily.com/2010/04/22/the-white-houses-big-earth-day-announcement Want a a free home energy upgrade courtesy of the federal government? As part of the White House's official Earth Day festivities, Vice President Joe Biden unveiled the "Retrofit Ramp-Up," a plan to dole out $452M in energy retrofits to 25 communities across the country. Using funds set aside by the Recovery Act, contractors will literally be going door-to-door to offer Americans a chance at a free energy-saving upgrade. The only problem is that you have to live in one of these 25 privileged communities. Lucky for me, my town made the cut. Did yours? (mine didn't make the cut - bummer - but I think this is great! And I know we have lots of Michigan moms on here - the State of Michigan is listed so you'll have to let us know if you get to participate in this!)ViewApril.22nd.2010
