You Deserve a Break

Don't spend so much time making a liviing that you have no time to make a life. For more inspiration, visit balancingthebusy.com

Working is a necessary evil. Our lives are driven by getting up early in the morning just to get ready to go into work. Often times we come home after it’s already dark. Our days are sucked away making a living. There is a good chance that even while we are not at work, we …

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Ham and Scalloped Potatoes in a Slow Cooker

Ham and Scalloped Potatoes in a Slow Cooker. For more yumminess, visit balancingthebusy.com

I’ll admit, the broccoli smell is strong and it doesn’t look as pretty as a dish of scalloped potatoes. But what it lacks in presentation, it makes up for in amazing taste. Perfectly satisfying for a cold day! Ham and Scalloped Potatoes Ingredients 2 ½ cups cubed ham (I prefer to buy pre-diced with no …

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How to Succeed at Preparing Freezer Meals

How to Succeed at Preparing Freezer Meals, for more inspiration visit balancingthebusy.com

Freezer meals can be a huge help to balancing busy days. It is such a relief to come home to a healthy dinner that is already made (like how a husband must feel every day! :)), especially if you are trying to fit in extracurricular activities in the evenings. Just thaw the night before or …

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Mexican Chicken and Rice Bowl

Crock pot cooking: Mexican Chicken and Rice Bowl

Not too spicy- my kids and husband enjoy this equally. You can add some extra heat with the salsa if it’s too mild for your taste buds. Mexican Chicken and Rice Bowl Ingredients 2 lbs. of boneless, skinless chicken cut into 1-inch strips 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning mix (half a 1.5 oz package) 2 Tbsp. …

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Eminem- A Surprise Lesson in Healing

Have you heard Eminem’s new song, Headlights? I’m big on lyrics so when his catchy tune caught my ear, I listened up. I almost feel silly writing about this, but every time it comes on the radio I get a little choked up and I can’t get it out of my head. Maybe you aren’t …

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