Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican culture, heritage, and symbols. But did you know that most Cinco de Mayo celebrations occur outside of Mexico? While Cinco de Mayo is a holiday celebrating the Mexican victory over the French that occurred on May 5, 1862 (according to wikipedia) only the Mexican state of Puebla - where the battle took place - celebrates it.

Here are a few HH recipes that are perfect for a Cinco de Mayo celebration:

• Aztec …

Last week we met Melissa, who feels lighter and more balanced than ever after losing 100lbs. This week we meet Julie, who after being vegetarian for 30 years celebrated her 1 year plant-based (vegan) anniversary yesterday! Congrats Julie!

HH: You've followed a vegetarian diet for over 30 years, but just recently took a healthier approach to it. Can you tell us a bit more?

Back in the '70's, in my early 20's, when I was going through a health …

17 all new meals in this week's meal plans - our best yet!

New for the Individual Meal Plan:

• Broccoli Chili Delight 
• Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
• Stir-Fry Tofu Bowl
• Pecan Sweet Potato Bake
• Awesome Sweet Potato Chili Bowl

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New for Families:

• Peaches & Creme Oatmeal
• Sunshine Muffins
• Eggless Egg Salad Sandwich
• Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
• L.A. Tacos
• African Kale & Sweet Potato Soup
• Chili Mac
• Blueberry Pancakes
• Cajun Cornbread Casserole
• Sweet Potato Quesadillas
• Pepper & …

I was a floater in high school (I just made that term up), meaning I had friends in various social circles but I wasn't in any one group. (I've written about it here). I wasn't an outcast or anything, I was friendly with everyone, but didn't have a set group I ran with. Luckily, I found three others in the same situation and we formed our own little group. One of the members, as you might have guessed, …

I'm the kind of person that holds a highlighter when she's reading a book (and thanks to Kindle having a highlight feature built in I can now do this in a less embarrassing way!)

I also jot things down that either come to me on my own (I love a good epiphany) or I hear (maybe a character in a TV show said something profound or that I liked) and because I'm quick to write it down as soon as …