01.11.13
Cool: That photography mat that looks like real wood (but is actually warm and squishy). Also: That little tush.
Not Cool: I’ve been strongly encouraged to try a gluten-free (and, even worse, dairy-free) diet. Any food blog/book suggestions? Words of encouragement to talk me off the ledge?
Here are some cool things I’ve seen/read lately:
Embracing the Role: 9 tips for young mothers
Mine was named Andy. I was in first grade. And when a (crazy) girl cut my little finger with a scissor during arts & crafts, I hid my bloody hand in my smock, so Andy didn’t see. I still have a scar.
Are you one of those girls who claims she can’t be friends with girls? Here’s a helpful guide. Because if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that every girl needs girlfriends.
I relate so much to this post, and I think you will too. If you’re not reading this blog yet, start.
My friend (and one of my favorite writers on the Web) Mary Lauren redesigned and refocused her blog, and it’s beautiful. Tara over at The Young Mommy Life also did an incredible job redesigning her site.
My young-mom blogging friend Chaunie wrote an article that will make your jaw drop. Promise.
Probably the best Taylor Swift cover ever. (Have you seen this yet?)
Natural cold remedies via Jill at TerraSavvy. We’re big on Elderberry here — a natural anti-viral.
Me, Elsewhere:
Useful, heart-felt mantras for moms. ^^^
13 fashion trends I could live without in 2013. (Goodbye, ombre.)
Surprising lessons from a Disney Cruise. (Table manners? Science education?)
10 cool new strollers coming in 2013.
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Have a wonderful weekend, everyone. Meet you back here on Monday.
6 Comments to Some Cool Things
Paula
January 11, 2013 at 8:51 pm
I am going to have to read some of these this weekend! yay for weekend reading!!!
I have series on my blog specifically for moms/young moms. It is called “confessions of an imperfect mother” and can be found here:
http://www.beautythroughimperfection.com/2012/03/06/confessions-of-an-imperfect-mother-pt-1/
happy reading!!!
<3 paula
Jaclyn Desforges
January 11, 2013 at 11:08 pm
Gluten-free is actually pretty easy! I have lots of gluten-free and dairy-free recipes on my website. Here’s a recipe for homemade gluten-free crackers:
http://www.jaclyndesforges.com/2012/12/17/sunflower-and-pumpkin-seed-crackers-recipe/
Some advice for gluten-free baking: When a recipe calls for a gluten-free flour, try to use half one kind and half another kind — that breaks up the gluten-free-y flavour a little bit
Once you get the hang of it you’ll feel so much better and it’ll be easy-peasy to avoid gluten.
JIll V. / TerraSavvy
January 12, 2013 at 1:07 pm
Thank you my friend! Have a wonderful weekend! xo
Jessica
January 12, 2013 at 6:12 pm
Just found you on a recommendation from Mary Lauren, great to “meet” you, your blog is beautiful.
Sarah
January 13, 2013 at 3:49 am
No advice on dairy free, but gluten free isn’t as scary as it sounds. A bit obnixous at times when you’re out and you just want a slice of pizza, but not too scary.
Good blogs/resources:
glutenfreegoddess
glutenfree girl
King Arthurs Flour (a bit strange, but best gf scones EVER)
Pintrest (honestly, it’s insanely useful)
Tips:
Buy rice flour/potato starch/tapioca flour at Chinese food stores. It’s way way cheaper then at the regular grocer.
Chickpea flour is cheaper at Indian grocers as well.
And most restaurants these days are very gf friendly. You just have to ask.
michellehorton
January 13, 2013 at 4:17 am
Thank you Jessica! That Mary Lauren — she’s a good one.