Name: Maggie Estes
Kids: Macy (5) & Mya (18mo)
Occupation: Neurodiagnostic Technologist & now a stay-at-home mom!
Hometown: St. Petersburg, Florida
Read full H&H interview with Maggie here…
There is no denying that stripes are hot this season. Unfortunately, sometimes we make the wrong choices when selecting this tricky apparel. Stick to a longer, tunic-style top to avoid a boxy horizontal disaster. Also, too many stripes is not good. Break up a dress with a wide belt and remember, a head-to-toe stripe ensemble is always a no-no.
It’s Friday and I am in the mood for cupcakes. While over indulgence is bad for the backside a little treat from time to time can be just what the doctor ordered. Although these cupcakes are definitely not carb-free, (one actually includes mash potatoes) there is a healthy twist applied to each of the recipes. I promise. Individually, these cupcakes contain only half the fat and sugar as compared to the store bought cake mix and frosting. You could actually eat two without feeling guilty. Go forth and bake.
Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes – The chopped cherries keep the cake super moist without having to add extra oil
Classic Vanilla Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting – Butter is substituted with applesauce to significantly reduce the fat
Blueberry Cupcakes – The lowest calorie cake of the three plus the added bonus of antioxidants
Note: All of the recipes include whole-wheat pastry flour that can be found in the natural foods section at the grocery store.
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As a mother of two ridiculously energetic toddlers, I know how hard it is to find the time to shower ...
