SHE is Changing Lives One Maxi Pad at a Time

January 10, 2013
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Sorry boys, we are talking girl stuff today. But if you are interested in changing the life of a girl or woman in developing countries- read on. I had a moment of 'sheepishness' when I read about SHE (Sustainable Health Enterprises). Many times when I have had my menstrual period I have joked about staying home because of the pain or how crappy I felt. Never did I think about mixing work because I would not have access to a basic necessity- maxi pads. All over the world girls and women are … [Continue reading...]

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Taste Food of the Gods- the Aztec Bar

January 8, 2013
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Happy Tuesday everyone! Well, at least I would like to tell you that all is happy. My Grandpa is in the ICU and not doing well. Luckily I have a flexible job that allows me to be with him quite a bit. I have definitely treasured the time and enjoyed the ability to help my family translate the very confusing (at times) medical system. Anyway, that aside I like to focus on the happy times and celebrate life. Today, we have a tasty little treat for you guys. I met Cary Black around August last … [Continue reading...]

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Chocolate Crepes- Bring on Breakfast!

January 7, 2013
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Well, we have already done chocolate waffles here, so when I saw the recipe for chocolate crepes- I thought, why not? After all, exactly how much chocolate is too much? My mom gave me a cookbook for Christmas called, “Chocolate Never Faileth” by Anette Lyon. I am so excited to try this book it did [...]

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My Favorite Christmas Gift

January 3, 2013
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I am not one to label anything as a favorite typically… but there were a few extra special gifts this year that  I received. One was a book called “To Heaven After the Storm”. I knew the book instantly as soon as I had opened it. I was excited to see it and disappointed that [...]

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Welcome Back and Blog Business…

January 2, 2013
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Hi Everyone! How was Christmas? How was your New Year? Sorry to run off for a few weeks… but I really wanted to work on some projects for you and take a bit of a digital break. By the way, if you have not taken a digital break before, I highly advise it! Anyhow, unfortunately [...]

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See You Next Year!

December 17, 2012
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Hi Friends! I am sorry to disappear for a few days. However, I am going to disappear a bit longer still. With all of the holiday madness, working to get projects ready for next year and a few family items I have decided to take the rest of the year off. I created a video [...]

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Decadence: It’s All About the Chocolate

December 12, 2012
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While it may not be Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, for the town of Orem, Utah- it is a pretty good replacement. Decadence cafe opened in July of 2012 with an eye for chocolate lovers, sweets for everyone with a coffee cafe and hangout feel The result? Decadence will likely confuse some coffee lovers [...]

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Chocolate in a Box for Christmas?

December 11, 2012
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Here are some chocolate gift packs if you are still looking for Christmas ideas! Oaxacan Sampler by Taza Chocolate Flavors included: cinnamon, Guajillo Chili, Vanilla, Caco Puro Millcreek Chocolate Gift Box Flavors may vary Tazt Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts Okay, fess up. WHo is done with their shopping? And who wants chocolate for Christmas? Have a [...]

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A Day Off

December 10, 2012
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Hi Friends! Boy did I have a delicious recipe for you today… until our internet was down all yesterday and just barely came back on. I just wanted to let you know and say, I will see you tomorrow! We can pick up right were we left off.   Have a good Monday!

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Sample Chocolatier Blue?

December 7, 2012
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Sample Chocolatier Blue should not be a question, more of a statement. I first encountered truffles from Chocolatier Blue at our favorite local chocolate stop…. they had an entire counter, three shelves full to select from. So I will only be highlighting a few of our favorites here because yes, we did indulge. However, before [...]

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