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.

Calories, Weight, and a Whole Lotta Garbage

Posted on March 1, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

I was looking back at old drafts of posts that I’ve written over the years but never published, and I found this rant on the 1200 calorie weight loss myth. Since it’s the last day of National Eating Disorders Awareness … Continue reading →

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Random Thankfuls–Thankful Thursday

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Grateful for the wind whipping the water around, the mallard digging for something under the water who kept wiggling his little duck tush in the air (no pics of him, so sorry!) I’m grateful for my heating pad, the music, … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday: Maple!

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

What a beautiful weekend! The snow is thawing, and all I want to do is go outside and enjoy the mild weather. Hope it’s lovely where you are, too. Last week was a tasty one, with my new love, Chocolate … Continue reading →

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Banana Chocolate Tarts: Fast and Fresh Dairy Free Time Trials

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

I haven’t hid my lifetime love of the Olympics, and it seems the closest I’m destined to get is the So Delicious Fast and Fresh Dairy Free Time Trials from Go Dairy Free and So Delicious. Works for me! I … Continue reading →

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Winter Gardening: Thursday Thankful

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Yay! Isn’t my lettuce too cute for words? Winter isn’t exactly my favorite season. Between the cold, the snow and ice…yeah, I’m so over that. So somewhere along the way I decided I needed to get to see something GREEN … Continue reading →

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A Thursday Thankful Assortment Box

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Today’s thankful is a bouquet of mini thankfuls: Thankful for fun recognition from the Washingtonian, thankful for my ability to receive it, thankful for the Olympics and thankful for Brazil nut chocolates! I was surprised and very appreciative to see…ME! … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day Round Up

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

I’ve always loved Valentine’s Day. For years, I made batches almond cookies with pink frosting, and I haven’t been motivated to do that particular tradition post-gfree yet. However, I’ve more than made up for it in chocolate. Here are a … Continue reading →

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Thankful for a Wake up Call

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Today’s “Thankful Thursday” theme is pretty easy. 5 years ago today, I was in an oncology unit at Virginia Hospital Center. I’d been sick, really sick for a few months, and tests seemed to show that I had leukemia. The … Continue reading →

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Amazing Chocolates or Hazelnut Buttercups

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

Alright, so the chocolate votes win! I couldn’t wait to post these. I feel like a 4th grader, beaming with pride, waiting for show and tell time to share them with you. It’s kinda crazy how good these are, and … Continue reading →

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A recipe tease, & odds and ends

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Cheryl Harris

I’ve gotten behind on posting recipes, so I’d love your input. Which do you want to see next:         Maple glazed walnuts     Homemade vegan & sugar free chocolates     Or,   Ultimate roasted broccoli … Continue reading →

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