Do you have a gluten sensitivity or try to avoid all gluten if possible? Many people exclude gluten from their diets for lots of reasons. The proteins in wheat are gut irritants: they’re like that papercut or splinter digging into the lining of your gut, causing an inflammatory response. Common symptoms that people have when they have a gluten intolerance include…
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I’m extremely lucky to be blessed with friends who have all sorts of talents and ambitions. One of my best friends is an engineer by day, chef by night. Well, she doesn’t technically have a job as a chef but has gone through culinary school and is constantly making the most delicious food. Since she is always cooking up a…
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How many times have you run out of the house in the morning and completely forgot to grab a bite to eat or in the middle of the day stop by a fast food joint for some fries or something quick to eat? This happens more often than I’d like to talk about. Since I’m always out of my house…
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Having easy snacks that I can grab and go in my refrigerator is so important to me. When healthy food isn’t accessible, I tend to grab all the sweets and foods that don’t agree with my body. I’ve been making a conscious effort to buy fresh produce and lots of whole foods to keep so I don’t feel the urge…
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Every night the same question is asked in my house, “what’s for dinner?” I’ve learned over the past year that if I don’t have a plan for dinner, we will end up eating unhealthy food and contemplate for over an hour what in the world we are going to order. I love cooking at home and it kills me to…
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It’s baseball season and the Texas Rangers are killing it!! Do you think they’ll win the World Series? Baseball season is in full swing, and there’s no better way to enjoy a Texas Rangers game than with your whole family. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the ballpark, finding the perfect outfit that showcases your team spirit…
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One tradition that my husband and I started was taking a Carnival cruise every single year. We both work for ourselves which means we rarely get a day off because there is always something that needs to be done. It doesn’t help that we both work from home too. Working from home makes it very difficult to separate home life…
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Not only is it sometimes hard to find the perfect outfit for yourself on Halloween but having to dress a whole family brings it to a different level. I absolutely love when you see families and groups of friends dressed in a similar theme – they are my favorite. Matching Halloween costumes are a great way to show off your…
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Updated 09/18/2023 The State Fair of Texas, an annual extravaganza held in the heart of Dallas, is a beloved Texan tradition that draws millions of visitors each year. From thrilling rides to tantalizing fried foods, and iconic Big Tex himself, the fair offers an array of unforgettable experiences. But before you step into this world of excitement, there are some…
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Bring cash for parking at the State Fair of Texas or ride the DART.
Even though the State Fair of Texas lasts almost a month long, sometimes our schedule doesn’t allow us to go more than once. There have been years where I went over 10 times and other years where I could only make it once. No matter how many times you visit each year, it’s essential to make the most out of…
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