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Apple Chutney Pork Roast: Slowcooker shortcut recipe

April 26, 2013October 21, 2017 - by Meghan G - 3 Comments.

In spite of the name, there isn’t actually any chutney in this recipe. A true chutney takes hours of chopping and simmering to create, but this shortcut recipe for your …

Connecting the Dots

April 25, 2013April 25, 2013 - by Meghan G - 1 Comment

In my defense, bath time is usually at the end of the day when my circuits are fried. But today we had one of those diapers where you open it up and say, “This Is Not A Job For Wipes,” so I was comparatively mentally sharp at bath time.

Back Yard Science: Hello, Mama Cardinal!

April 24, 2013April 23, 2013 - by Meghan G - 7 Comments.

So, if you’ve been paying attention at all- or ever- it will not surprise you to hear that nature is not always beautiful. In fact, it’s pretty darn brutal. (I …

Take Your Party to the 100 Acre Woods

April 23, 2013November 14, 2017 - by Meghan G - 2 Comments.

Whether you love Classic Pooh or Disney Pooh, you would have to hunt far and wide to find someone who doesn’t enjoy Pooh Bear. And why not? The stories are full of themes about friendship and helping one another and understanding those who are different. Have a 100 Acre Wood party and celebrate your love of Pooh!

Back Yard Science: Hello, Mama Bird (and lesson resources)

April 22, 2013January 4, 2014 - by Meghan G - 4 Comments.

Updated: Now that I’ve seen the mother bird, I know this is actually a Northern Cardinal’s nest! See more posts about her at Back Yard Science. Our back yard is …

My top 3 tips for brand new moms

April 22, 2013April 21, 2013 - by Meghan G - 3 Comments.

Look at the baby, and repeat as necessary. Seriously, everything else is covered by “it depends,” which would have been number four if they’d asked for four tips. When you get to “it depends,” there will always be someone ready to give you advice whether you want it or not, so you’re covered.