Posted in Healthy Relationships, tagged cookbooks, family, Family Assets, Family recipes, family rituals, family traditions, Grandma, Grandpa, Holidays, Mother’s Day Ideas, recipes, rituals, Strengthening Families on April 15, 2013| 1 Comment » I have things about my family that I wonder about . . . . How did my grandparents meet? What was life like for […]
Posted in Healthy Relationships, tagged cookbooks, family, Family Assets, Family recipes, family rituals, family traditions, Grandma, Grandpa, Holidays, Mother’s Day Ideas, recipes, rituals, Strengthening Families on April 15, 2013| 1 Comment » I have things about my family that I wonder about . . . . How did my grandparents meet? What was life like for […]
August 12, 2021 by hreister Selecting the right childcare for your child has always been a big decision. Although the pandemic brings with it a new set of rules, many of the same questions still leave parents feeling stumped when choosing childcare. Here are some common considerations when selecting care for your child as well […]
December 31, 2018 by Michelle Treber I hope that you enjoy this blog post written by Ashley Barto, a dietetic intern at The Ohio State University. She shares her insights about yoga and relaxation. The holidays are over for many of us. If not, they will be in the next few weeks. Are you hoping […]
I used to pride myself on my recycling efforts. I would compare my overflowing recycling bin with my neighbors and wish more people recycled. I felt it was our duty, responsibility, and obligation to protect our planet. However, my recycling pride was deflated when I read a report from the Department of Energy that showed […]
July 24, 2013 by marilynrabe Children will soon be returning to school and to the routines that the school year brings. For many families, this means back to the routine of packing a lunch each day. We want to make sure that the lunches we pack are healthy, safe and delicious! For a healthy lunch, keep […]
On a recent trip to New York City I visited an Irish pub. As I sat and enjoyed the surroundings, I began to realize that when patrons left the pub, they would ring a bell that hung from the ceiling and recite poetry. At first I thought the activity was quirky and fun, but as […]
June 11, 2018 by Misty Harmon It is unfortunate that it takes a tragedy, or several, for people to start talking about an issue. With the recent celebrity suicides, one can hardly go through the day without seeing or hearing something about mental health or suicide. While these losses of life are tragic, the fact […]
March 11, 2013 by lisabarlage According to a January, 2013 online “Work and Well-Being Survey” conducted on behalf of the American Psychological Association, more than one-third of American workers experience chronic work stress. These workers report they don’t feel valued at work, lack opportunities for advancement, and have heavy workloads. Almost two-thirds of the workers […]
Posted in Healthy People, tagged brain health, breakfast, charcuterie, cheeses, cured meats, Dietary Guidelines, dietitan, Fruits, Healthy, healthy meals, snacks, veggies on January 20, 2022| Leave a Comment » Charcuterie boards have recently become one of my favorite ways to create a meal. I have created a charcuterie board for various meals and snacks. According […]
June 29, 2015 by Michelle Treber The Dietary Guidelines encourage you to enjoy your food, but eat less and avoid oversized portions. We all know how tempting it is to finish your large sandwich, beverage, or large bagel. These oversized portions can contribute to weight gain. If you want to maintain or lose weight, try […]
Website Details Laura is the Family and Consumer Sciences Educator in Warren County. She has degrees from Cornell University, Miami University, and the University of Minnesota. She lives in Lebanon with her husband and two teenagers. They share their home with a Wheaten Terrier and three cats. In her free time, Laura enjoys birding, photography, […]
It seems “Happy, Happy, Happy” is sweeping the nation with nearly twelve million viewers of the popular reality television show, Duck Dynasty. Happy, Happy, Happy is the motto of Phil Robertson, one of its cast members. No, I’m not advocating you watch more television; or even take up duck hunting; however, there is something to […]
September 13, 2021 by bethstefura Recently, at girls’ night, a discussion was held about the challenges many faced this past year during the pandemic. Isolation, fear, contact restrictions, financial, illness, loss and food insecurities were discussed. The conversation quickly changed to activities that began during the pandemic we have enjoyed and wish to continue. Quality […]
