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Versatile, Vibrant Casserole Carriers
 
Versatile, Vibrant Casserole Carriers     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Sep 25, 2012
After seeing these delightful casserole carriers by Terry at moonlight55, I had to order one for myself. These carriers simplify the process of transporting a meal to a friend and they're adorable. My new carrier is a big improvement [...]
 
 
What to say and do when someone is given more than they can handle
 
What to say and do when someone is given more than they can handle     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Sep 10, 2012
In 1998 Heidi Cave was an active young woman looking forward to all the possibilities life had to offer. That all changed when her car was struck by a reckless driver going more than 100km/hr (60 mph). The car crash resulted [...]
 
 
How to support someone through loss and transition
 
How to support someone through loss and transition     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Sep 4, 2012
Trying to support a friend or family member while they are going through a major life transition can be a very helpless feeling. We don’t know what to do, what to say, or how to act. Are we being supportive enough? Are we too [...]
 
 
From Your Freezer To Your Family
 
From Your Freezer To Your Family     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Aug 27, 2012
Recently, I was introduced to the eCookbook, From Your Freezer To Your Family written by Stephanie Brandt Cornais of the blog Mama and Baby Love.  This collection of recipes is full of healthy ingredients and [...]
 
 
The Friendship Behind TakeThemAMeal.com
 
The Friendship Behind TakeThemAMeal.com     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Aug 13, 2012
Knowing I was going through a difficult time, she called to see if she could bring us dinner. I opened the door and she was on my porch with a foil covered casserole dish and the three most beautiful [...]
 
 
Spiced Chai Mix
 
Spiced Chai Mix     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 30, 2012
Recently, Scott (co-founder of TakeThemAMeal.com) mentioned a tea mix that a mutual friend of ours had given his family as a gift. Being a tea lover and hearing Scott rave about a [...]
 
 
Coffee Chip Muffins
 
Coffee Chip Muffins     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 23, 2012
We recently were introduced to a fantastic blog. Jenny at The Healthified Mom has made it her mission to bring healthy and homestyle cooking together. What a great combination to consider when [...]
 
 
Our 6 Favorite Meal Taking Containers
 
Our 6 Favorite Meal Taking Containers     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 17, 2012
More often than not, I select what meal I am going to take to someone based on what containers I have on hand. I'm more likely to have a low stress meal taking experience if containers are one less consideration as I'm [...]
 
 
Basic Tomato Sauce
 
Basic Tomato Sauce     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 9, 2012
It won’t be long before fresh tomatoes are available everywhere. Last year, I discovered the blog, Thy Hand Hath Provided, and decided to try out Jane’s recipe for [...]
 
 
DIY Dry Erase Picture Frame
 
DIY Dry Erase Picture Frame     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 2, 2012
Here’s a simple and creative DIY idea from our friend, Renee, at Barefoot Walks. These dry erase picture frames have so many practical uses and they’re [...]
 
 
7 Ways to Include Children in Meal Taking
 
7 Ways to Include Children in Meal Taking     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 25, 2012
One of my most cherished items inspired me to compile this list of ways children can be included in meal taking. When he was five, my oldest son made me a [...]
 
 
DIY Decorative Oatmeal Container
 
DIY Decorative Oatmeal Container     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 18, 2012
Recently, our family enjoyed a few days away at a friend’s lake house. We love our time at this beautiful home and it’s so nice to disconnect from our work for a bit. As I prepared for our trip, I packed some craft supplies for the kids so they would have [...]
 
 
19 Ways to Help During Crisis
 
19 Ways to Help During Crisis     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 7, 2012
On May 8, 2011, Cristen gave birth to a precious daughter named Waverly who has special needs. Cristen blogs about her family’s journey and she has connected with other young moms who are facing a similar circumstance. Together, these women compiled a list of what responses have been [...]
 
 
Memorable Mulberry Pie
 
Memorable Mulberry Pie     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 4, 2012
At our house, May time means mulberries. We have a row of mulberry trees along the back of our yard that we almost cut down when we moved into our home and started working on the lawn. We quickly changed our minds [...]
 
 
Easy DIY Spring Card/Gift Holder
 
Easy DIY Spring Card/Gift Holder     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 25, 2012
Sara is a ray of sunshine and very creative. She owns the vintage antiques and accessories shop, The Lady Jane, in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Just walking into her store makes me smile. This week, Sara shared a fantastic idea [...]
 
 
What I learned from a failed recipe
 
What I learned from a failed recipe     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 21, 2012
The creative users of TakeThemAMeal have many great ideas that are helpful when taking meals to a friend in need. Recently, I was also hoping to share a delicious and [...]
 
 
Make Your Own Taco Box
 
Make Your Own Taco Box     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 16, 2012
Daily, we are amazed by the generosity of individuals who we meet through TakeThemAMeal.com. We hear often from people who are receiving meals who cannot wait for the time to come when they can [...]
 
 
Planning your special delivery
 
Planning your special delivery     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 10, 2012
Many thanks to Blair at A Case of the Mundays for these helpful tips. [...]
 
 
No Boil 3-Cheese Manicotti
 
No Boil 3-Cheese Manicotti     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 7, 2012
Do you want to make a casserole without a bowl, a spoon or a pot? You do? Then this is the casserole for you. [...]
 
 
Top 13 "Meal Ministry" Meals
 
Top 13     Posted By: Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 2, 2012
These Top 13 Meal Ministry Meals are brought to you by Janelle at Comfy in the Kitchen. [...]
 
 
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