It is great to be raised in the Mediterranean region and yet sometimes it is not good completely either. I don’t think there is any other kitchen in the world that serves so many varieties of veggies and legumes. I feel really lucky in this sense. Western part of Turkey is source of good quality olive. Therefore, olive oil is staple of our cuisine. … [Read more...]
Why is eating healthy so hard?
How my transformation began
THIS IS HOW EVERYTHING STARTED 2004: Before I got pregnant for my son, I was fit as far as my weight and measurements went. I was working out regularly. My pregnancy went really well. Despite being chocolateholic, I never touched sweets and/or chocolate during my pregnancy. (started 140 lbs. -63.5 kg) 2005: Giving birth in May is a wonderful … [Read more...]
The armchair’s flight, the end of the fight
We have one sofa and one armchair in our living room. This is our one and only armchair. The kids argue and even sometimes fight over who's going to sit on it. If they are in a good mood, they sit on it together. It is wide enough to fit them both comfortably. However, sometimes they get stubborn. Some days, I ignore them and wait out until they … [Read more...]
Boys’ shirts for space fans
I've shared the easy sew dresses that I've sewn for my daughter. Sewing for girls is fun, with lost of fabrics, patterns and accessories choices. Choices for boys are very limited. In any case, I sewed few pieces that my son would like. He chose his own fabrics. I chose the patterns. This fabric was cotton, bright and colorful. I saved the … [Read more...]
Benefits of Water – Lemon Water, Cinnamon Water and Sparkling Water
One cannot leave water out, when the subject is healthy eating, healthy weight loss, and nursing. Especially if you’re changing your diet and reducing your portions, it is important to increase your water intake for your digestion system to continue functioning well. If you would like to make sure you are getting the right amount of water every … [Read more...]
Book holder for exercise equipment
Two of my daily goals are to workout and to read every day. Sometimes 24-day is not enough to squeeze these two tasks into. If I can get them both done, then I feel lie I've accomplished a major goal. If I run outside, then I listen to audio boos. If I workout with DVDs then I have to read another time. If I cannot workout another way, I get on my … [Read more...]
Daily routine chart in pictures for young children
Thousands of parents around the world are asking the same two questions every single day: What should I cook today? How can I keep my child(ren) busy and entertained today? It's not any different for me. I am not a spontaneously entertaining mom at home. My son is used to having us entertain him, so he is not very skilled at keeping … [Read more...]
An ordinary day – Dinner Delight
Continuing from An ordinary day – Breakfast and leaving home I need to show up at school pick up time with snacks. My son would be incredibly hungry and he can't wait until we get home. I usually pack a home-made burger, a sandwich, or couple of granola bars. On Mondays, my son has gym classes. When I am pick him up, his first questions … [Read more...]
An ordinary day – Breakfast and leaving home
Continuing from An ordinary day, Good Morning. After trying out different methods for years, with trial and error, I learned that best way to manage kid's menu is (a) offer two alternatives, prepare/cook what your child chooses or (b) offer two alternatives but sell them what you want them to eat in a sneaky way. In the worst case … [Read more...]
An ordinary day – Good Morning
From the narrow window of my blog, our life might seem pretty easy and relaxed since I mostly write how I manage to do multiple things, share practical ideas, and solutions around the life with children. If I come up with a good post, it means that, I had to struggle and stumble and finally find a way to get through the emotional and physical … [Read more...]
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