These days, many school-aged families are juggling remote learning schedules with other demanding work/life responsibilities, so finding time to enjoy regular meals together can be difficult. As the working parent of a fifth grader with special needs, I get it. Really, I do. The… Continue Reading “Mindful eating for families”
Category: food literacy, Mindful eatingTags: apples, autumn, children, education, fall gardens, families, food citizens, food culture, food literacy, fruits, health, healthy living, mealtimes, mindful eating, pandemic parenting, parenting, playtime, savoring, self-care, sensory experience, sensory play, special needs families, wellness
I’m over-the-moon excited to have pictures from my home garden featured on Fine Gardening magazine’s website today. As many gardeners know, growing is a year-round job (we’re planning and cleaning up, even in winter) and we don’t often get a chance to share. Often, we’re… Continue Reading “Sunflowers and more in a Portland garden”
Category: food culture, food literacy, Food stories, Horticulture therapy and therapeutic horticultureTags: flowers, fruits, gardening, health, herbs, kitchen gardens, savoring, spring garden, vegetable gardens, vegetables
the SAVOR project 