From Piano Lessons to Life Lessons: 18 Things Playing the Piano Taught me About Life
My parents were quite frankly, the best parents. Ever. I know, I know. You think yours were too – and you are probably right. But in the world of Lauren (and my brother and sister), mine were the best. Bless their hearts, they tried their hardest to get me to like sports: soccer, swimming, synchronized […]
Buckwheat Banana Walnut Chocolate Chip Pancakes – Vegan/GF!
I’m a big breakfast fan. And I especially love chocolate chip pancakes! So when I finally discovered that buckwheat was not, in fact, a grain, but that was actually from the Rhubarb family, I was ecstatic! Because I prefer to stick to a mainly vegan, mainly gluten free diet. In honor of breakfast – and […]
6 Articles to Make You a More Happy, Productive, & Successful Person
The last few weeks have been all about new beginnings for me. I tend to like my plate full (both figuratively and literally), and boy have I filled it to the brim! In fact – some items of food may be falling off the edge. Naturally, I shall pick up the fallen pieces (while no […]
Kitchari
If you’re having digestive issues – or any trouble with your gut health, Kitchari might be your ticket to solace. This is an Indian dish that is often used it Ayurvedic medicine. The combination of beans and rice forms a complete protein, which is not only good for you, but easy on your tummy and […]
Who is Malala?
Driving home yesterday, I was singing loudly along to one of my favorite singers, Ingrid Michaelson. In this particular song, Lady in Spain, she sings: I can be anything that I see. I can do anything I want to. I can be anything my heart tells me to do. I’ve heard this song before, and […]
Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
I got this recipe from an amazing food blogger named Joy the Baker. It never fails to delight my taste buds and impress those who may not be convinced that vegan can taste good! Here is what you will need: For the Soup: 6 tablespoons olive oil 3 medium yellow onion, chopped 9 garlic cloves, […]
