The Benefits of Soup Is there anything more comforting and nourishing than soup? As the days get shorter, the nights colder, and the risk of sniffles more pronounced, I find that I am drawn to making big batches of soup. There is something so soothing about sitting down to a steaming bowl after a day of cold weather. And no matter how high end the store-bought stuff is, I always think the homemade versions taste

Has this ever happened to you? You prepare a delicious, healthy meal and your kid takes one bite (or even just a look), clenches their jaw tight, and won’t eat what you cooked. Sound familiar? It’s enough to stress out anyone (not to mention destroy your enjoyment of cooking for your family)! So, I wanted to share ideas on what to do when your kid refuses dinner. Table Of Contents What to Do When Your

I recently had the amazing opportunity to go to the new National Museum of African American History and Culture with my son’s 3rd and 4th grade class. It was a powerful experience in many ways and brought many emotions to the surface for all of us—sadness, pain, anger, joy, and hope. After touring the museum, the whole group met in the cafeteria for lunch and as we sat there discussing what we had seen and

One of the best ways we can save money and stay healthier is to pack our own lunches. So, I wanted to share four tricks that help to end the stress of packing lunches. Table Of Contents 4 Tricks to Unpack the Stress of Packing Lunches1. Follow the Formula.2. Use the Extras.3. Change Things Up.4. Include a Treat. As much as I don’t want to admit it, the summer is rapidly coming to an end.

  I am THRILLED to announce that, after an intense selection process, The Six O’Clock Scramble has a new CEO, Jessica Braider! See below for more info about the fabulous Jessica and why she’s such a perfect fit for The Scramble and you!   THE SCRAMBLE’S BACK STORY I did something CRAZY in 2003. After a thriving career in media relations, I had become a cookbook author and stay-at-home mom of two kids, ages 4