Author Archives: Cheryl Harris

About Cheryl Harris

Life played a funny trick on me. I've studied nutrition for years, and much to my surprise, found out that I could manage many of my health issues via diet. I've been GF for years, and I've got a bunch of allergies and sensitivities. But it definitely doesn't keep me from cooking, baking and enjoying my food. Thanks for stopping by.

Corporate sponsorship of nutrition? Thanks, but please no.

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

When I first saw the link on California’s Dietetic Association conference, I didn’t even click through. Call it learned helplessness if you will—I’ve gotten burned out on seeing the ridiculous practices at conferences over the 18 years since I’ve been … Continue reading →

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A Mother’s Day PSA

Posted on May 11, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

A few thoughts in honor of Mother’s day: I’ve also been lucky that while I frequently get questioned about children, most people are well-intentioned. While some of the questions have been truly off the wall (do you have kids? Why … Continue reading →

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Thankful for my darlings

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

How much for the kitteh in the window… Houdini just turned 12 last week. 12! And he’s our baby kitty; Genghis is about 15. It’s been a bit of rude awakening for me that the dudes are, well, older gents. … Continue reading →

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Thankful for relaxation–Thankful Thursday

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

I’ve been tired lately. Mr. Dude will tease me that I’m not getting in my usual solid 9-10 hours of sleep. My body just feels heavy, slow, and I had one of those moments this week when I wondered, how … Continue reading →

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Divine Chocolate Chip Cookies (grain free, vegan)

Posted on April 26, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

I confess, I’m totally in love with these cookies. In grad school, one of my dear friends started calling me Cookie Monster, because I took my cookies very, very seriously. I still do, and it’s been way too long since … Continue reading →

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Happy 6th Blog-niversary to me & you! Thankful Thurs

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Nope, this isn’t a foxy post, but I couldn’t resist sharing this pic of this little cutie. Wow, 6 years of blogging? I actually had to count that one out to be sure. I can’t believe how long that it, … Continue reading →

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Goofball foxy babies! (video & pics)

Posted on April 20, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Foxy babies were definitely enjoying their holiday weekend! Mr. Dude got a video of the babies…don’t miss the pounce at :49 This pic cracked me up…a little foxy still frame action!There was lot of foxy pouncing…a lot. Shhh! If the … Continue reading →

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More foxy…

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Because a day without foxy babies is like a day without sunshine, right? Scroll for a bunch more foxy pics.The wild child was off on independent study while everyone else hangs out at the shed. For whatever reason, one of … Continue reading →

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Wow foxy! Thursday Thankful (a little early)

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

(keep scrolling for a ton of pics) I know last week’s thankful was for the foxy babies, but I’m afraid watching these little ones don’t get old. Not even when they get big. All week, I have been stalking them … Continue reading →

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Gluten Freedom Giveaway & mini reviews

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

First things first! Dr. Fasano has a wonderful new book out called Gluten Freedom. I’m doing a giveaway on my main site and have a cover-to-cover review here. Short version: buy it! It’s terrific. It seems to be the month … Continue reading →

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