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“ToL” Original Recipe: Garlic-Herb Lamb Skillet with Okinawan Sweet Potatoes & Assorted Veggies
Garlic-Herb Lamb Skillet with Okinawan Sweet Potatoes and Assorted Veggies Recipe Yields: 5-7 servings Ingredients 1 tablespoon organic...
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"ToL" Original Recipe: Sunflower Seed Pesto Pasta & Culinary School Reflections
THIS Housemade Pesto Rocks This from-scratch pesto recipe is the best pesto I’ve eaten. I’ve tried countless restaurant and store-bought...
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"ToL" Original Recipe: Lentil, Sweet Potato, & Butternut Squash Shepherd’s Pie
Lentil, Sweet Potato, & Butternut Squash Shepherd’s Pie Recipe Yields 5–7 servings Filling 2 cups organic dried green lentils 1...
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“ToL” Original Recipe: Turkey Meatball Mediterranean Stir-Fry with Tri-Colored Quinoa & Summer Memories
Turkey Meatball Mediterranean Stir-Fry with Tri-Colored Quinoa Recipe Yields 5–7 servings 1–2 tablespoons organic extra virgin olive oil...
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Self-Compassion Makes All the Difference
Self-Compassion in Times of Pain We all face pain, whether through loss, failure, or loneliness. In these moments,...
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Essential Oils for Emotional Wellness
Harnessing the Power of Oils! In our fast-paced world, emotional well-being is essential for maintaining balance and overall health. One...
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Reclaiming Inner Peace
My Story Let's be real. We've all had our share of mental and emotional struggles at some point in life. I admit that I have. There were...
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Let's Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness Month
Embracing Mental Health Awareness Month May is Mental Health Awareness Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma,...
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"ToL" Original Recipe: Gluten-Free Strawberry Lemonade Quick Bread Recipe
What is Quick Bread? Making bread is tedious and takes time, particularly the proofing or fermenting part of the process. Quick bread...
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The Deeper Meaning of Easter
Embracing New Beginnings Beyond its religious significance, Easter occurs with the arrival of spring, a season of rebirth and fresh...
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Mindful Cooking
Transforming Your Kitchen into a Sanctuary In a world that often feels rushed and chaotic, our kitchens can become more than just a space...
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Kindness Matters
Kindness Is Cool In a world that often feels rushed, competitive, and divided, one of the most profound and impactful things we can do...
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Never Stop Bettering Yourself
A Curious Mind & a Lifelong Pursuit The longevity of learning has always been essential to my life. My curious mind constantly wants to...
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Spring: A Season of Renewal & New Beginnings
Welcome, Spring! Spring is a season of transformation. When the world awakens, everything feels alive with hope and possibility. For me,...
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"ToL" Original Recipe: Refreshing Spring Soup Recipe
Welcoming Spring & its Seasonal Foods In the spring of 2022, I had the opportunity to do a superb culinary assignment. It involved making...
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Celebrating Social Work Practitioners
Social Work: The Heart of Service & Advocacy Social work is one of the most versatile and impactful professions, offering opportunities...
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Bringing People Together through Food
The Unity of Food Food unites people across cultures and backgrounds, cultivating connections and understanding through shared meals and...
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The Power of Giving Back
The Ripple Effects of Generosity & Kindness Giving back isn’t just about helping others—it’s about building connections, cultivating...
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"ToL" Original Recipe: Italian Medley Vegetable Pasta Soup
Italian Medley Vegetable Pasta Soup Recipe Yields 7-10 servings 64 ounces organic vegetable broth 2 organic carrots, sliced (using a...
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Seven Winter Wellness Tips to Last the Entire Season
Managing the Challenges of the Winter Season Winter offers crisp mornings, relaxing afternoons, and cozy nights but also challenges our...
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