I don’t know about you, but I’m constantly wondering things. Kids do it all the time—and we expect their wondering questions.They ask things like: I get it. I wondered those exact things myself! Then came the teenage years. And the questions kept coming—just deeper, and a little more angsty: As an adult, my wonderings didn’t […]

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August 18, 2025

WILD AND WONDERFUL WONDERINGS (Or: Why do I keep checking the fridge like it’s a vending machine?)

I’m a notoriously healthy eater—whole foods, lots of veggies, the works. Desserts? Usually not my thing. But… I do love a good white cake. And when it comes to white sheet cake, Costco’s takes the (ahem) cake. It’s the one time sugar and preservatives make my mouth water. But wait—you’re wondering, what about all those […]

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October 8, 2024

5 Rules for Guilt-Free Cake Eating

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