"The Bun Ain't Coming Out Til It's Done"
by Darrilyn Vassar-Jackson
It has been five days now since the Grands arrived in sweet anticipation of the birth of a new soul called Benjamin. Due to make his entrance on April 5, we arrived two days early lest we miss his entrance. Based on our birth experiences with his respective parents, we made our plans. Well you know the expression, “Man plans and God laughs!” God must be rolling on the floor about now, because we are still waiting.
This morning I let go of my picture of how this whole thing...
A lot of parents say “My child won’t eat that! S/He will only eat this! Well, we know that when children do not eat the recommended servings of 5 or more fruits and vegetables, it makes them more susceptible to illnesses and deficiencies. So, how can we teach them to make better choices ? Below are some tips:
Ssh!! Just Between Us · Stock the cabinet with healthy, low-fat, low-sugar snacks. Examples- Raw veggies with fat...
Chili for Two?
It has been confirmed that I do not know how to cook for two people. After years of preparing food for a family of 5, making the transition since everyone has left home, has been quite an adjustment. Plus, growing up, I observed my grandmother always cooked more food because she never knew who may stop by. Big Mama was one of those “pinch of ths, dash of that, taste and serve with love” kind of...
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Every one wants to feel good, look good and enjoy life. That includes having great sex. Do you remember a time when you couldn't wait to see and touch your partner? Yet, what happens when what you're eating, drinking or thinking gets in the way? You just may find yourself doing more complaining than engaging in lovemaking.
Of course, purposeful talk can be a turn on since it does aid in the release of oxytocin,...
Welcome to my Delicious Life Blog. I decided it is time for me to bring my knowledge of vegetarian food, healthy eating and living to benefit all the people I know and will meet. Those who I have known over the years have already reaped the benefits. Through conversations around the kitchen table to organized classes, many have asked me over the years, how to get started changing your diet for a healthier life. Some want to know how to upgrade your menus and encourage loved ones to do the same, while others have been waiting for the cookbook. So, all of that is happening. Let’s live longer and better!