I love a meal plan but there are still times I find myself scrambling with -shoot, plans changed; what can I make for dinner? Hoping this list of easy last minute dinner ideas is as helpful to you as it is for me!

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High Protein Breakfast Meal Prep - A Healthy Slice of Life

Starting your day off with adequate protein will help give you sustainable energy and balanced blood sugar. But mornings can be busy, so here are some easy high protein breakfast prep ideas to help!

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04.06.2024

72 Would You Rather Questions For Tweens - A Healthy Slice of Life

Looking to connect with your tween in a way they can't resist? Try a few of our favorite silly, gross, and deep would you rather questions!

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13.10.2023

The Time We Took the Kids to Las Vegas - A Healthy Slice of Life

We added a two night stay in Las Vegas at the end of our glamping adventure to stretch it a bit further; here's what we did with the kids!

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13.10.2023

Hiking Angel's Landing with Kids - A Healthy Slice of Life

Is hiking Angel's Landing with kids possible? Here is our experience on this mentally-challenging, iconic hike in Zion National Park.

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13.10.2023

Zion & Bryce: My 40th Birthday Trip - A Healthy Slice of Life

A milestone birthday celebrated in style- well, my preferred style of bougee camping at Zion National Park!

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06.06.2024

The Montage Palmetto Bluff Family Vacation - A Healthy Slice of Life

With the serene coastal setting of marshland and trees draped with Spanish moss, The Montage Palmetto Bluff was a beautiful setting that offered a lot of activities and family fun for our Dixon family getaway!

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13.10.2023

Butternut Squash Coconut Bisque - A Healthy Slice of Life

This butternut squash coconut bisque is creamy (yet dairy-free), has warmth from fall spices and a bit of tartness from Granny Smith apple.

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13.10.2023

Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes - A Healthy Slice of Life

Less than 10 minutes of prep time is all it takes to create a hearty and tasty weeknight meal; say hello to these slow cooker sloppy joes!

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13.01.2024

Slow Cooker Pot Roast - A Healthy Slice of Life

This easy beef stew in the slow cooker is a hearty and satisfying family meal that is easy to throw together and smells amazing.

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07.11.2024

Brown Sugar & Bourbon Glazed Salmon - A Healthy Slice of Life

This easy, delicious recipe for brown sugar and bourbon glazed salmon just takes a few minutes in the oven and the whole family will love it!

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30.08.2023

Fermented Garlic and Honey: A Homeopathic Remedy You Can Make at Home - A Healthy Slice of Life

Fermented garlic and honey is a tasty concoction with powerful germ combatting abilities, immune-boosting properties, and a long shelf-life.

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13.10.2023

Things I'm Loving Lately (October 2023) - A Healthy Slice of Life

Hi friends! Here are some meals, stories, deals and more that I'm excited to share with you before we head into a fabulous fall Friday!

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22.06.2024

My Colonoscopy at 40 - A Healthy Slice of Life

Never did I ever expect to be writing about a personal medical procedure so candidly when I started this blog 14 years ago, but here I am sharing about the why and how of a colonoscopy at 40 years old in hopes that it's helpful!

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11.12.2024

Cloud RO Water Filtration System - A Healthy Slice of Life

Clean drinking water is such a hot topic these days. Two years ago I went on a search for a quality RO system and found one I loved. I knew I wanted the same one in the new house. Here's why!

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06.12.2024

Five on a December Friday - A Healthy Slice of Life

Happy Friday! Let's catch up on baking, holiday favorites, house status, and feelings about being the new girl in town...

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13.12.2024

Christmas Planning - A Healthy Slice of Life

I wake up everyday with what feels like a long list to check off. Christmas planning is busy but fun! Here are some updates:

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17.12.2024

Hosting Christmas: A Four Day Menu - A Healthy Slice of Life

It's the week before Christmas and I'm in full prep mode! Here's a detailed look at what I'll be serving and how I get started cooking the week before to help me relax and enjoy the Christmas time with family.

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22.12.2024

Merry Christmas from the Dixon Family! - A Healthy Slice of Life

And here we are- my final blog post of 2024! As this year begins to wrap up and I find myself looking forward to family time and some rest, I am also thinking of you.

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Kids & Parenting

Homeschool Journal: October 2023 (6th & 4th) - A Healthy Slice of Life

14 Last Minute Dinner Ideas - A Healthy Slice of Life

High Protein Breakfast Meal Prep - A Healthy Slice of Life

72 Would You Rather Questions For Tweens - A Healthy Slice of Life

Travel

The Time We Took the Kids to Las Vegas - A Healthy Slice of Life

Hiking Angel's Landing with Kids - A Healthy Slice of Life

Zion & Bryce: My 40th Birthday Trip - A Healthy Slice of Life

The Montage Palmetto Bluff Family Vacation - A Healthy Slice of Life

Food

Butternut Squash Coconut Bisque - A Healthy Slice of Life

Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes - A Healthy Slice of Life

Slow Cooker Pot Roast - A Healthy Slice of Life

Brown Sugar & Bourbon Glazed Salmon - A Healthy Slice of Life

Health

Fermented Garlic and Honey: A Homeopathic Remedy You Can Make at Home - A Healthy Slice of Life

Things I'm Loving Lately (October 2023) - A Healthy Slice of Life

My Colonoscopy at 40 - A Healthy Slice of Life

Cloud RO Water Filtration System - A Healthy Slice of Life

Lifestyle

Five on a December Friday - A Healthy Slice of Life

Christmas Planning - A Healthy Slice of Life

Hosting Christmas: A Four Day Menu - A Healthy Slice of Life

Merry Christmas from the Dixon Family! - A Healthy Slice of Life

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