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.

My 2013 July Self-Care Goals

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I am so glad to be focusing on self-care this month, with our lovely hostesses, Valerie, Shirley, Iris, Kate, and  Carrie  I definitely need it. I started a new project and the nerve pain in my legs and back got … Continue reading →

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July Self-Care Retreat 2013–Join Us!

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Holy heck, it’s almost July. And so, if you’ve been following this blog for a while, you know that means it’s time for the July Self-Care retreat. This is actually retreat #5 and our 3rd July retreat—man how time flies! … Continue reading →

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Carrot Top Pesto

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Believe it or not, my very favorite pesto is carrot top pesto. There’s some stiff competition from Kale Pesto and Garlic Scape Pesto and of course, regular basil pesto. Perhaps it’s such a treat because it’s quite a rarity. Yes, … Continue reading →

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By One, Give One G-Free Campaign

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

A quick shout out to a new Buy One Give One Campaign, started by G-Free Crusader Dee Valdez (AKA Gluten Free Dee). In a nutshell, if you buy g-free products from certain manufacturers and tweet about them through June 17th, … Continue reading →

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Elana’s New Book-A Review of Paleo Cooking

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I was so super delighted to receive Elana’s new cookbook, Paleo Cooking in the mail last week. It’ll be released on June 18th and you can order it now on Amazon. Sometimes if you order early, they ship before the … Continue reading →

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Foxes- Parting Gift for 2013

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

It seems that foxies have a cycle where they move in and March and the “lease” on the shed is up in the beginning of May. They’re welcome to stay, but they don’t, for reasons that are a mystery to … Continue reading →

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Happy birthday to me…

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I’m turning 35 today! What a strange feeling. I’ve always felt somewhat like a kid, and for most of my career, I’ve always been the youngest. The youngest in my grad school program, the youngest in my job in DC … Continue reading →

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Garden Grown: Menu Plan May 20th

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Okay, to be totally honest, I forgot I was hosting. I knew I was hosting on May 20th, but it just seemed unreal that it could ALREADY be May 20th. I’ve definitely taken on too much as of late; my … Continue reading →

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Roasting Veggies Part 2: Carrots! Whole Foods Potluck

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Yes, an actual a recipe! As delightful as the foxes are, I do need a break from foxy pics time to time, don’t you? A few weeks ago, I decided to start a series on Roasting veggies. I’ve roasted cauliflower, … Continue reading →

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A (foxy) Mama’s work is never done

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Mama fox was nice enough to give us a few peeks of her little guys, and a few shots of her grooming them. Seriously, buddy? It’s Mother’s Day. You gonna make your momma bend over backwards to groom you? Guess … Continue reading →

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