| Why You Should Say Yes to a Meal Offer |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Oct 31, 2023
My kids recently came down with colds. My mom offered to bring us a pot of soup and I felt myself hesitate to say yes... [...] |
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| My Mom's Graham Cracker Toffee |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Oct 24, 2023
Some of the best family recipes are not written down. Growing up, my mom always made the most delicious graham cracker toffee during the fall and holiday seasons... [...] |
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| Recipes that Travel with Ease |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Oct 17, 2023
Transporting meals can be the most challenging part of taking a meal... [...] |
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| Crock-Pot Applesauce |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Oct 10, 2023
Who would have thought that making homemade applesauce was so easy? I have had numerous people tell me that after making this recipe, they vow never to ... [...] |
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| A Unique Way to Remember Your Pets |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Oct 3, 2023
My husband and I frequently reminisce about our first dog, a reminder of the deep love pets offer and the void they leave... [...] |
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| Questions to Ask When Taking a Meal |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Sep 26, 2023
Often we jump at the opportunity to help a close friend or loved one... [...] |
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| How Take Them A Meal & Perfect Potluck Can Help You This Fall |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Sep 17, 2023
My brothers and I were recently planning to get-together for my mom's birthday. Unfortunately sickness struck both of our houses and we had to reschedule the party. When looking at the calendar, I noticed with joyful realization that September 23rd is the first day of Autumn. Fall is around the corner... [...] |
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| Find out our plans for the fall |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Sep 12, 2023
Hello to both our faithful friends and new friends! We don't often put ourselves front and center, but Scott and I thought we'd take this opportunity to say hello as we're all headed into the season of planning and gathering as we close out summer... [...] |
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| Our Favorite One-Pan Meal Ideas to Save You Time |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Sep 5, 2023
As a busy mom, I appreciate meals that do not require loads of effort (or dishes)... [...] |
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| Make (or Take) a S'mores Station |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 29, 2023
Two years ago, I shared some ideas for planning a lighthearted and fun fall gathering. While it is not fall just yet, I am hosting a birthday get-together... [...] |
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| Simplify Your Back-to-School Week |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 22, 2023
Our family will not begin school until the beginning of September, but many families are starting this week! I love the beginning of the school year. I love the smell of freshly... [...] |
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| The Easy (and Free!) Way to Organize Meals - Jamie's Story |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Aug 15, 2023
Have you ever wanted to help someone during a difficult time, but even taking a meal feels overwhelming? [...] |
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| Best Ever Zucchini Dish |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 8, 2023
A few weeks ago our family attended a birthday party where I met up with friends I hadn't seen in a while. It was wonderful to see everyone again, especially our children's pediatrician who is now retired. His sweet wife came up and while we were chatting about gardening and zucchini... [...] |
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| Following Up After a Funeral |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 1, 2023
My mom recently had a close friend lose her sister, mother and father on the same day. Being several states away, she wasn't able to physically be present to offer help... [...] |
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| Help for Taking Meals to the Immunosuppressed |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 25, 2023
Taking a meal to a friend going through chemotherapy or who is immunosuppressed may seem overwhelming. You might feel the risks outweigh the benefits, but you can be confident when cooking... [...] |
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| How to Offer Support During Chemo |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 18, 2023
It's been 10 years since we were supporting my dad through his chemotherapy, but my tears still come easily when I hear of friends or loved ones who are starting treatments... [...] |
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| 6 Tips For Avoiding Caregiver Burnout |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 11, 2023
Feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver can be a very common circumstance. You may be taking care of a spouse suffering from illness, an elderly parent, a child with special needs, or working in a healthcare community... [...] |
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| Encouraging a Hobby During Surgery Recovery |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 4, 2023
I recently received an email from a reader saying she had ordered a microgreens kit for her friend to help during her recovery after surgery. The friend would not be able to be outside gardening for a while... [...] |
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| Taking a Meal to Someone With Alzheimer's or Dementia |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jun 27, 2023
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month... [...] |
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| Summer Slow Cooker Favorites |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 20, 2023
Even though you might be tempted to store your crock pot away during the summer months, I tend to rely on mine even more when the temperature outside rises... [...] |
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