I’m not sure if I’ve mentioned it enough, but if you’ve been a long-time reader, then you probably know that I’m a fan of mangos, as evidenced by the following mango recipes I’ve previously shared: strawberry banana mango smoothie, pineapple mango smoothie, and limber de mango (a mango icy treat). I love the fresh scent […]
Celebrating Black History Month: 5 Ways to Preserve Cultural Heritage with Children
As a family rich in culture and of mixed heritage, we have lots of stories and traditions to share with our children. I absolutely love when our children ask my husband and I to share stories about when we were little or what it was like to live on our respective islands. I appreciate the […]
Sopa de Fideos con Salchichón (Puerto Rican Salami Soup) {Recipe}
I recently shared my family’s recipe for Puerto Rican chicken noodle soup, which combines fideos with potatoes and carrots for a wonderful warm soup you’re sure to call comfort food. There’s another Puerto Rican soup that’s just as delicious and just as comforting on cold or rainy days – sopa de fideos con salchichón, or […]
Easy Winter Olympics Craft for Preschoolers: Country Flags {Kids Craft}
The 2014 Olympic Winter Games begin this weekend with the opening ceremony kicking off Sochi 2014 this Friday night! This is a great opportunity to explore lots of different countries and cultures with children – there will literally be a parade of countries on your TV screen with flags and athletes from each being represented! […]
6 Tips for Preventing Dry Skin This Winter
It doesn’t seem to matter how much I moisturize, when there is colder, dry air, my hands inevitably start to dry out and even crack. This is the second year in a row it’s happened to me, which is a testament to the fact that things change as we age – this wasn’t an issue […]
