Tuesday’s Tidbits

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Hi everyone.  Tuesday again!  I hope everyone had a great Easter.  This is another collection of some of my favourite stuff.  It goes from beautiful vegan food to Earth Day projects and lots of fun stuff in between. First up:  Shannon and her amazing salad  from Yup, It`s Vegan.

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 Spring Vegetable Barley Salad with Mango-Red Pepper Relish

I found Shannon`s site at Food Gawker and when I explored her blog I was very intrigued.  For the last year or so, I have thought about going vegan and but I`m very reluctant to give up my fish.  For now I have been introducing more and more  vegan recipes into my diet and  I`ll get there soon.   Shannon turned to vegan eating when she was battling a number of health issues and as a result is healthier than she`s ever been without any use of medication.  In my opinion, plant-based eating is the way to go and it doesn`t mean you`re giving up delicious as Shannon proves with her inspirational recipes.  Take a stroll through her  blog, you`ll be convinced too.

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Creamy Parsnip Sorghum Risotto with Jalapeno Pesto

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 Jenny from the  The NY Melrose Family is another blogger I would like to bring to your attention.  I am sure a lot of you know Jenny but do you also know that she has a number of extremely helpful social media tutorials?   Jenny helped me when I first started on Google + and I found her information to be invaluable.  I have had increased traffic from Google+ and have found it to be much more blogger friendly than Facebook.  Jenny also has a Grow Your Google + Party on the first Saturday of each month AND a link party, Whimsy Wednesday, every week. She is one busy lady!  But not too busy to help her fellow bloggers.  She is always there to lend a hand and will answer any questions you have.  She is one of many great people who ensure the foodie community is strong.   If you want to get your numbers up, her site is the place to go.

Jenny is also a great cook and if you are a fan of kabobs, I saw 3 delicious recipes for them on her blog.  With the grilling season upon us, you have got to check them out!  Here’s a shrimp kabob that looks irresistible!

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Next is a fun site that gives a list of 30 Clever Gadgets That Every Geek Should Have.  There are a ton of very useful tools and toys on here!   Fun stuff for kids, too.

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And kitchen gadgets….

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And finally, today is Earth Day.    Photos are from National Geographic. Click on the title to discover more.
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Here are some easy and practical ways that you and your kids can help protect our planet.  Have a great day, everyone!

20 Comments

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    Anita Rivera
    April 22, 2014 at 5:11 am

    Now this is the way to get the day started. Good food, travel, and a happy blogger pal. Thanks Robyn! Anita

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    Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life
    April 22, 2014 at 7:04 am

    I’ll have to check out Shannon’s site…I do visit Jenny’s fairly regularly! 🙂 She does have some great recipes, and tutorials as well. I try to join in Whimsy Wednesdays! Cool gadgets too! Lots of good stuff here! Thanks for stopping by my blog today…glad to connect with you!
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      Robyn
      April 22, 2014 at 9:10 am

      Thanks for popping by, Michelle. Happy to join up with your recipes only party. Isn’t Jenny the best?!
      Do check out Shannon – both her pics and recipes are beautiful!
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    Shannon
    April 22, 2014 at 7:39 am

    So flattered by your kind words, Robyn! Thanks again for sharing =]
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      Robyn
      April 22, 2014 at 9:11 am

      You’re very welcome, Shannon. Happy to do so – you’ve got so many great recipes and we always need to learn more about healthy eating. Have a great day.
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    cheri
    April 22, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    Love your Tuesday’s Tidbits Robyn! The photos were just amazing. Love the blogging tips and vegan recipe as well.
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    Bam's Kitchen
    April 22, 2014 at 11:19 pm

    I am heading on over to Shannon’s and Jenny’s site. Thank you for the introduction and lots of fun Tuesday tidbits. Those trees are just amazing as they tower so tall in the sky. Have a super week! Take Care, BAM
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    Linda
    April 23, 2014 at 10:05 am

    Hi Robyn, I always enjoy reading new blogs, especially with yummy food. I will be checking out the two blogs. Great post about preserving our planet. We all need to do our part. Love your pictures too. I am definitely checking out the clever gadgets…..Love you lots, Linda
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      Robyn
      April 24, 2014 at 6:59 am

      Hi Linda,
      You and I were on the same page about Earth Day :). Thanks so much for visiting. You will love Shannon`s and Jenny`s blogs. Talk soon, Wonder Woman. xoox
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    Mindy
    April 23, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    GOrgeous pictures! I am late in reading your post but it seems we both had Earth day on the mind : ) I am off to watch your video now! Happy Wednesday…
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      Robyn
      April 24, 2014 at 7:00 am

      It`s a good thing we`re all thinking more about our planet and I loved your post, Mindy! Thanks so much for visiting. Hope you`re having a great week!
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    Priscilla
    April 23, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    Wow, amazing pictures, I liked the mountains from Chile. Xoxo

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      Robyn
      April 24, 2014 at 7:01 am

      Hi Priscilla,

      Yes, National Geographic sure knows how to bring us the best in photography. Thanks so much for visiting. Have a great day.
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    Debbie Harris
    April 23, 2014 at 5:51 pm

    I so enjoy your Tuesday Tidbits! Now those silicone covers are something my kitchen would daffently love! 🙂
    By the way, your vegetable soup from last week turned out delicious!! Full of goodness.
    Have a beautiful day!
    Joy! Debbie

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      Robyn
      April 24, 2014 at 6:57 am

      Thanks so much for visting, Debbie. I love those covers too and think of all the saran wrap we would save!
      I’m thrilled to hear you tried the soup and liked it! It really is full of good stuff for you. Have a daffy day, Debbie!
      🙂
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    Kitty
    April 24, 2014 at 7:16 am

    Hi Robyn,
    It’s nice to meet you and to know that you’re a friend of pretty Linda!
    You have so much to share and I enjoyed reading your post. The Spring Veggie Soup looks wonderful. Those little fruit/veggie huggers are something I could really use. Thanks for all the info.

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      Robyn
      April 24, 2014 at 4:25 pm

      Thanks so much, Kitty. Your visit and sweet comments mean a lot! Glad you found some things of interest. Have a great day.
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    Nina
    April 24, 2014 at 10:45 am

    Great post, dear Robyn!
    I believe I’ve already told you my daughter is vegan. She began avoiding meat, then she became vegetarian, next vegan! She doen’t eat, doesn’t drink, doesn’t wear any animal stuff!
    I’m not so strong and I really doubt if I ever want to!

    Those pictures you posted are absolutely amazing!

    Have a graet day.
    Mine is being miserable as I caught a cold and I’m feeling so bad!!!!!

    Beijinhos
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      Robyn
      April 24, 2014 at 4:27 pm

      LOL, I’m finding my way to a 100% vegan diet too, Nina, because I think plant based eating is the best for you. That said, however, I think plenty of folks (like yourself) eat very healthily while still consuming meat so it’s a matter of preference, I suppose.

      So sorry to hear you’re not feeling well. I don’t think you will be down with it for long though – you are always a lady on the move! Hugs.
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