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When You Want A Nourishing Elixir, Reach For Red Raspberry Leaf

When You Want A Nourishing Elixir, Reach For Red Raspberry Leaf

Red raspberries are a succulent, sweet, slightly tangy treat. But the berries aren’t the only part of this particular plant that has something seriously special to offer.

Hamburg Community is Excited about Local Holistic Healing Options

Hamburg Community is Excited about Local Holistic Healing Options

By Stephanie Maguire Over the weekend of the 7th and 8th of November, The Inner Peace and Wellness Center of Shartlesville, PA hosted their 7th Annual Fall Holistic Health Expo at the Hamburg Fieldhouse. Attendees were able to learn about and even experience a wide […]

Seven Of The Incredible Advantages And Impacts Of Eating Locally Grown Food

Seven Of The Incredible Advantages And Impacts Of Eating Locally Grown Food

~Eating locally grown food can be a better buy, can be less harmful to the environment and can be a provider of more nutritionally dense foods for you and your family.~

Instant Pot, West African, Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Instant Pot, West African, Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Nourishing Sweet Potatoes, Savory Peanut Butter, and Warming Ginger combine with the earthiness of the Spinach & the Sweetness from the Peppers & Potatoes to create an incredibly comforting, diverse, & delicious dish.

Balsamic Drizzled Basil Bruschetta (Vegan)

Balsamic Drizzled Basil Bruschetta (Vegan)

Growing-up in Southeastern Pennsylvania, summer to me has always been associated with home-grown, garden fresh, Vine-Ripened Tomatoes.  During summertime in Pennsylvania, Tomatoes are easy to grow and have an abundant yield. Often, neighbors are overhead asking one another, “Would you like any Tomatoes? I have […]

I love you, exactly as you are

I love you, exactly as you are

I can’t speak for anyone else’s life experience, but personally, I fall in love with a being’s soul.  I’ve fallen in love with men.I’ve fallen in love with women. And I’ve fallen in love with people who identify somewhere in-between…

When asking the Universe for answers, where you find them may surprise you…

When asking the Universe for answers, where you find them may surprise you…

For the last few days, I’ve been in quite the funk. I’ve been struggling with sadness, anger and resentment.And I had been navigating it as I have successfully done so in the recent past… By looking within, meditating, Socratic Questioning, and processing… (doing the inner […]

Simple Staple: Roasted Veggies

Simple Staple: Roasted Veggies

One of the questions I’m asked the most often when it comes to living a Plant Based lifestyle is, “Where do I start?” While there are certainly many things that I could suggest for someone starting their transition to Plant Based Living, my answer is […]

Exceptionally Easy & Affordable, Egg-free, Chickpea “Omelettes” (Vegan, Soy & Gluten Free)

Exceptionally Easy & Affordable, Egg-free, Chickpea “Omelettes” (Vegan, Soy & Gluten Free)

Chickpea FlourI know you’re probably thinking… “An Eggless Omelette? That sounds strange!” or “What in the world is even in it?!” ~And quite frankly, it does sound strange. But it truly does describe what this recipe re-creates! It’s an Egg-straordinary” recipe! 😉

Fresh & Flavorful, Meat-Free, Firehouse Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Fresh & Flavorful, Meat-Free, Firehouse Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Once there’s a whisper of fall in the air, the leaves are crunching under my feet and it’s starting to get a little chilly outside, I immediately start craving a comforting bowl of Chili, inside. (Inside my house & inside my belly 😉 ) ~I […]


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Instant Pot, West African, Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Instant Pot, West African, Sweet Potato & Peanut Stew (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Nourishing Sweet Potatoes, Savory Peanut Butter, and Warming Ginger combine with the earthiness of the Spinach & the Sweetness from the Peppers & Potatoes to create an incredibly comforting, diverse, & delicious dish.

Balsamic Drizzled Basil Bruschetta (Vegan)

Balsamic Drizzled Basil Bruschetta (Vegan)

Growing-up in Southeastern Pennsylvania, summer to me has always been associated with home-grown, garden fresh, Vine-Ripened Tomatoes.  During summertime in Pennsylvania, Tomatoes are easy to grow and have an abundant yield. Often, neighbors are overhead asking one another, “Would you like any Tomatoes? I have […]

Simple Staple: Roasted Veggies

Simple Staple: Roasted Veggies

One of the questions I’m asked the most often when it comes to living a Plant Based lifestyle is, “Where do I start?” While there are certainly many things that I could suggest for someone starting their transition to Plant Based Living, my answer is […]

Exceptionally Easy & Affordable, Egg-free, Chickpea “Omelettes” (Vegan, Soy & Gluten Free)

Exceptionally Easy & Affordable, Egg-free, Chickpea “Omelettes” (Vegan, Soy & Gluten Free)

Chickpea FlourI know you’re probably thinking… “An Eggless Omelette? That sounds strange!” or “What in the world is even in it?!” ~And quite frankly, it does sound strange. But it truly does describe what this recipe re-creates! It’s an Egg-straordinary” recipe! 😉

Fresh & Flavorful, Meat-Free, Firehouse Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Fresh & Flavorful, Meat-Free, Firehouse Chili (Vegan & Gluten Free)

Once there’s a whisper of fall in the air, the leaves are crunching under my feet and it’s starting to get a little chilly outside, I immediately start craving a comforting bowl of Chili, inside. (Inside my house & inside my belly 😉 ) ~I […]