Pimento Cheese, Not Your Grandma's Spread

Pimento cheese is one of those foods that has been so corrupted by the food industry that it has become synonymous with other crappy foods like Spam.  I'm not even certain what store bought pimento cheese might contain, nor do I want to find out.  It's a shame because pimento cheese can be a delightful treat, even if it does Read the full post…

Plum Good BBQ Sandwiches

In a few days it will officially be fall but the temperatures are still warm enough for me to continue swimming for a few more days.  The breeze was a little cool but that didn't stop me from swimming several laps this morning and I felt great afterwards!  Have you exercised lately?  With fall's cooler temperatures and fewer insects, you Read the full post…

Shingles Vacine and Treatment

A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with shingles so I felt I should discuss this nasty virus once again.  If you ever had chicken pox, you are at risk for getting shingles and believe me, you don't want it.  Shingles is a painful rash with blisters that scab over and may take 4 weeks or more to heal.  The Read the full post…

Vegetarian Tacos are muy delicioso!

There are times when I think I could easily become a vegetarian, especially when I try a new dish that is as good as the vegetarian tacos I had at Local Lime restaurant in Little Rock and the tofu fried rice at Sai Tai here in Jonesboro.  My husband and I celebrated our 23rd anniversary this past weekend by spending Read the full post…

Midyear Health Check

Summer is winding down , the year is more than half way over and our January resolutions are long forgotten.  It's time for a health reality check.  First of all, how is your health lately?  If you have enjoyed good health, are you thankful?  Take some time to appreciate how wonderful it feels to be healthy, for your family to Read the full post…

Vacation Lessons For A Healthier Life

  I'm back from a lovely beach vacation and I wish I was still there with all my heart.  Wouldn't it be nice if our every day life was as nice as a vacation?  If we could relax, eat well, sleep and exercise just enough without having to worry about bills, work, illnesses and school, our lives would be perfect.  But Read the full post…

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2012 Confession Of The Year

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 28, 2012 ]

Have you ever been in a dilemma where you were really doing something good but it still compromised your ethics?  I know that many people believe my family eats nothing but tofu, fruits and vegetables.  My own kids have even called me the Food Nazi.  Those who know me well know my weaknesses (Snickers, Cheetos, Read the full post…

New Recipe Week – Ranch Turkey Ravioli Casserole

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 23, 2012 ]

It has been a week for trying new recipes at our house so that means I’m sharing with you all.  Last night’s dinner was the best yet.  We really liked the combo of flavors and the twist that made this dish a little different.  I liked that it was easy and fast, perfect for school Read the full post…

Eating Well In A Jiffy – Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 21, 2012 ]

Time is often short at our house, just like it is at yours but that doesn’t mean I short change the family on nutritious meals.  It takes a commitment to eating healthy, nutritious meals.  So after I got home from an overnight college visit with my son yesterday afternoon,  I was back out the door Read the full post…

Other Blogs

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 16, 2012 ]

I am always reading.  I check the news on MSN, I read the local paper, books and magazines.  I also watch local TV and national news, and Good Morning America.  I can’t go to sleep at night until I’ve read for a few minutes, either fiction or non-fiction.  I like to keep up with what’s Read the full post…

Valentines Day – Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 14, 2012 ]

Happy Valentines Day to all!  I believe that our relationships are so important to our well being so be sure to show your love to your friends and family today.  What are the ways you show your love?  Everyone is different and expresses their love in unique ways.  It is a good idea to try Read the full post…

How Much Exercise Is Enough?

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 9, 2012 ]

After working out this morning, I began to think about my exercise routine.  I have been feeling that it’s time for something new as I don’t feel my muscles are improving.  Then I began to wonder.  How do you know you are getting enough exercise or just going through the motions and wasting your time? Read the full post…

Confession Of SuperBowl Sized Food – Roasted Corn Salsa

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 7, 2012 ]

Some occasions just provide us with an excuse for indulgence, don’t they?  The Superbowl has become so much more than a football game that even those of us who couldn’t care less about the game have something to do on Superbowl Sunday.  First of all, there’s the food and parties, second the commercials.  My Superbowl Read the full post…

What Would You Do With $600?

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on February 2, 2012 ]

Tuesday you learned that the average family of four throws away $600 of food each year.  What can you do to save some of that money and avoid wasting food?  The answers are not always easy.  Sometimes, the yogurt carton bursts open in my children’s lunch bag and spills out.  That is an accident.  But Read the full post…

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