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posted on September 2, 2022

Seasonally-Inspired Homemaking & Parenting: Voices 79 With Katherine DeVries



Fall is just around the corner and while some of us look to classic markers like crisp air, sweatshirts and chili, others – especially those in warm-weather climates – have to work a bit harder to make a mindful shift into a new season. In today’s Voices episode (and in a fun hot seat role-reversal!) our contributor Katherine DeVries interviews Meagan about seasonally-led parenting and homemaking. Meagan and Katherine share seasonal activities we enjoy with our kids (and some we avoid), tips for bringing seasonality into home decor (without breaking the budget), ways to change up your cooking routine depending on the time of year (we’re looking at you, farmer’s markets), and ideas for getting through long stretches of dreary weather.

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posted on August 15, 2022

Recipe: Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

This banana bread recipe comes from a cookbook my mom used in the 1980s my childhood, but I’ve adapted it beyond recognition over about 25 years. The original recipe does not use eggs or dairy so it’s technically vegan, but I do use butter and chocolate chips in my adaptation. Since there are no eggs, it’s also a safe dough for kids to eat – and mine have always loved licking the bowl!

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posted on June 2, 2022

Pulled Pork, 5 Ways

I LOVE finding clever ways to repurpose leftovers – it satisfies my down-deep urge to be resourceful, save money, and reduce food waste. Here’s how I cook one of my favorite go-to staples – pulled pork – and some of the ways I repurpose it.

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posted on April 4, 2022

What I’ve Learned About Cooking By Living An Hour From The Grocery Store

Before I got married, I don’t remember putting much thought into cooking. I spent my early 20s with roommates, and

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posted on March 7, 2022

Feeding Your Family On Vacation? 7 Tips To Save Money On Food

As a married couple with VERY different spending habits, my spouse and I have had to learn over the years how to walk that metaphorical fine line between “It’s vacation! Let’s splurge!” and “We can’t spend a fortune on this one trip!” While there are a variety of ways to save money on family vacations, we’ve found that changes to the way we eat and feed our family while traveling can be a major money saver.

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posted on February 8, 2022

Saving Money On Food And Groceries: Episode 351



If you feel like your grocery bill has been creeping up, you’re not crazy. Food prices have been rising for a while, and unlike other areas of your budget, groceries definitely fall solidly into the “need, not want” category. So how DO you spend less money on food when you’re feeding a family? In today’s episode, Meagan and Sarah get honest about the areas where our food spending starts to spiral out of control, as well as how we approach leftovers, generic products, pantry inventory, and family-favorite cheap-o dinners. We also share some smart tips from an actual budget expert (ahem, not us). Make sure you listen ’til the end to hear Meagan’s best tip!

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