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Finding My Own Type of Freedom

  I’ve been wanting to post this for a while, but I didn’t know when was the right time. People around me keep inspiring me in various ways to get this out there. Just this week Shauna Ahern of Gluten Free Girl inspired me again. Perhaps the time has come for some of us to share the deep, dark muck we’ve struggled through — finally emerging stronger than ever into the light on the other side. Here’s me, letting you in. It’s not easy to do. I always struggle with letting Read More …

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No Time, No Worries

It seems to me that the majority of Americans, and many people around the world, don’t have the time, or energy, to whip up a gourmet dinner every night of the week. Am I right? Well, in case I am here’s a post about how I get around the problems of lacking time and energy to crank out satisfying, healthful food for three meals a day, seven days a week. Being gluten free, I do have to make most of my meals from scratch. Sure, there are some great ready Read More …

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I’m Back!

  Well, hello there everyone! I am back in so many ways. Not only am I back to writing here, and back from a trip to visit my family, but I am also back to normal health. I am so glad to report this to you. I don’t really want to share all of the details as they are very personal, but I’ll just say that there is nothing physical to worry about. I’ll tell you that I saw many doctors, underwent numerous tests, and it finally came down to Read More …

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Guest Post: Feeding a Crowd with GF Local Beef Bulgogi

Today we have a guest post from Courtney at Maui Jungalow. She’s a local blogger who writes about life on Maui with a focus on Upcountry and rural settings. She’s also a friend of mine. So, let’s welcome my first guest blogger and her post for Beef Bulgogi! Feeding a Crowd with GF Local Beef Bulgogi This is a follow up to the Perils of Pauline Potluck post with tips on potluck planning. What worked: The food turned out fine. I had gone to a local packing house the day before and Read More …

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Restaurant Review: Maui Brick Oven

School got the better of me after I ventured out to Hawai‘’s first ever 100 percent gluten free restaurant, that’s why it has taken me a while to write this up. But, now I have a moment, so, here you go! Introducing, Maui Brick Oven. Hawai‘i’s first 100 percent gluten free restaurant. You may be wondering if Brick Oven means pizza. Yes, yes it does. It means ridiculously good pizza. It means ultra thin and crispy pizza. Just look at that crust!     I can’t do tomato sauce now, Read More …