GFCF Nutritious Brownies: Recipe of the Week

This is a great sneaky meal in and of itself for those who have eating issues. Complete with greens, sweet potato, eggs, rice, garbonzo bean... I feel like my daughter is eating real food when she eats these brownies.2 Sweet Potatoes1 large handful of Baby Spinach½ cup Brown Sugar3 TB Unsweetened Cocoa Powder2 TB Earth Balance Natural Buttery Spread- original2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract2 Eggs¾ cup Brown Rice Flour2 TB Garbonzo Bean Flour½ tsp Baking...

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Why Our Marriage Survives Parenthood and Autism

It was unusual not to see the neighbor’s daughter playing ball or with the dogs, but last night was different. There was somberness in her yard— In the wake of a marriage gone wrong, I saw her quietly eating her dinner on the back deck… alone. I silently wondered how many women across the nation where childless on this Father’s Day.In America there is currently an overall 60% divorce rate. In a family that faces autism it is even higher— a staggering...

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Happy 10th Birthday!

Do you remember the anticipation you felt on the eve of your 10th birthday? Turning double digits!! You eagerly went to bed certain you would be a completely different person upon rising... But, sleep didn’t come easy.You lay there awake, your mind focused on that number… 10… it signified so much; perfection, coming full circle, centeredness. Although, as a blooming tween, your mind wasn’t focused on that symbolism as much as the party and being...

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GFCF Garlicky White Bean Penne Pasta: Recipe of the Week

8 ounce Rice Penne Pasta2 TB Earth Balance Natural Buttery Spread- original2TB Finely Chopped White Onion2 TB Minced Garlic½ teaspoon Pure Kosher Salt½ Cracked Black Pepper¼ cup Blue Diamond Natural Almond Breeze- Original3 TB Galaxy Nutritional Foods Vegan Grated Topping Parmesan Flavor1 can Northern White Beans1 Cup Baby SpinachCook Pasta according to package, drain, rinse, and set aside.Melt Buttery Spread in a large skillet. Add onion, garlic,...

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Ohio Votes For Autism Inclusion: Coverage for ASD!

I was running errands yesterday afternoon listening to talk radio… something I like to do when the kids aren’t in the car with me. It tends to help me understand both sides of political agendas, so I can draw conclusions that are not based purely on political affiliation but on substance; and this day was no different.So as I neared the post office, I was listening to one man’s opinion, and a strong one at that, about how wrong Obama is with his...

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My Opposition To The Ice Cream Truck

It wasn’t long after becoming a mother that I decided that the ice cream truck was something to be avoided. But of course, ten years ago my reasoning was different than the motivation of today.Back then I couldn’t comprehend, (well, I still can’t comprehend this one) how it seemed to be a good idea to have a complete stranger driving through neighborhoods with tantalizing music trying to lure children to his truck with treats. This concept went...

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GFCF BBQ Sauce, Recipe of the Week

1 cup ketchup¼ cup water1/8 cup balsamic vinegar½ cup brown sugar3 TB olive oil2 t paprika2 t chili powder1 t cumin2 gloves garlic, chopped2 t minced onion½ t cayenne pepper1 t ground brown mustard1 t kosher salt½ t black pepper½ t ground ginger Whisk all ingredients together in a sauce pan. Simmer on low heat. Happy BBQ'ing...

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6 Steps to Achieving Our Goals Through Animal Guidance

When choosing a personal goal and the course of action, seek the wisdom of the animal kingdom.Step 1: The Moose - Have Authority over your life; decide what is best for you and ask for it. Each individual has their own unique set of standards, desires, and experiences in which guide us on our own paths. Quiet yourself and meditate on the desired outcome and let your inner voice guide you to the optimum path that is best for you.Step 2: The Badger...

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My Maternal Voice Saved My Daughter's Life

Every June, as I prepare birthday invitations, I pause and offer gratitude for finding my maternal voice. This innate response saved my daughters life.... (excerpt from The Mother Consciousness)...Then sure enough, just four days later, we were told by our obstetrician the crushing news that there was no fetus in the embryonic sac. He ordered blood work to be done and said, “We should see the hormone levels go down over the next week.” We were devastated....

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Energy Healing With Cynthia

Dear Cynthia,I wanted to personally thank you for your willingness to participate in our efforts to reverse our daughter’s diagnosis of autism. What follows is my testimony to some of the observations that I have witnessed over the past 4 weeks, including her baseline prior to our healing sessions.Sahara is a 4 ½ year old girl who has exhibited marked developmental delays in the physical, social, and cognitive abilities. She was formally diagnosed...

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It’s June!

June brings an explosion of festivities; the kids are out of school, summer greets graduates who are preparing for their next adventure, June brides have their marriages commenced, expectant mothers are pampered with baby showers, and father’s honored with a day of rest and relaxation.June is referred to as the “door of the year”; a gateway to transformation. All of life assembles to create new opportunities and abundance. Not only do people experience...

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GFCF Breakfast Frittata; Recipe of the Week

2 t of Olive Oil1 cup Frozen Corn1 Medium Zucchini, Diced½ Red Onion, Diced1 t Dried Basil1 t Minced GarlicKosher Salt and Cracked Black Pepper to tasteVegan Gourmet Cheese Alternative- Cheddar6-8 Free Range Eggs¼ cup Blue Diamond Natural Almond Breeze- OriginalCombine all ingredients except the eggs and milk substitute in a skillet; cook on low heat.Whisk 6-8 eggs with milk and pour into the pan with the veggies. Cook on low until it starts to...

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