Holistic Moms serves as a support community for those interested in holistic living and natural parenting. We appreciate all those who have joined our community and spread the word to help make the Western Suburbs Chapter possible.
With Love & Friendship,
Dorothy Coop, Krista Sherinian, and Christy Poniatowski
Chapter Leaders Chicago Western Suburbs
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Monthly Chapter Meeting
Holiday Celebration- Two Brothers Roundhouse Tuesday, December 2nd, 7pm | | Our Annual Holiday Celebration Dinner/Grab Bag Gift Exchange will be at Two Brother's Roundhouse in Aurora! We will be in the 2nd floor Tavern loft, away from the regular dining room. There will be separate checks and gluten free/special diets menu options available.
Please bring a WRAPPED gift to exchange valued at approximately $10.
All are welcome...you do not have to be a member! Hope to see you there!
Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N Broadway, Aurora, IL www.twobrothersbrewing.com/roundhouse |
Member Highlight
Ursula Jones
| | How long have you been a member of Holistic Moms Network? One year... and I just renewed my membership for a second year! Woo hoo!
I am a holistic mom because: I believe in treating the body, mind and soul naturally and with elements of nature. I struggle with people seeking treatment with manufactured medicines, filling their bodies with processed foods, and then complaining that they aren't feeling their best. God has given us everything we need in nature... it is up to us to use it! Also, I am a new mom and I want to learn everything I can about caring for a body that is more precious than mine.
My holistic passions are: Eating healthy, organic, whole foods. If you want to see me lose my mind, bring up GMOs! (In fact, I had two very scary, very long paragraphs about GMOs tacked on to this question but decided to erase them for fear of making myself look wacko. Let's just say, I cannot have a sane conversation about them! My heart literally starts to beat irregularly.)
What inspires you about HMN or holistic living? I recently compared the benefits of holistic living to a friend by describing two mirrors facing each other... the possibilities to live your life in natural, pure ways are endless and all so wonderful to the mind and body. I am a sponge ready to soak up as much knowledge as I can about this way of life! As for HMN, it is inspiring and wonderful to be in a room with people who don't think I am certifiably wacko!
One of my favorite healthy recipes: This recipe is embarrassingly easy to make, but it has been a favorite of mine and a staple in my kitchen since a friend made it for me years ago at a Moroccan-themed potluck. I made a chicken b'stilla that took the better part of four hours, and I am pretty sure her stew took a quarter of that time and it stole the show! As with most stews, it tastes even better the next day. :) Warning: your house will smell delicious!
1 14-oz can vegetable broth
3 tbsp flour
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp allspice 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 lb small potatoes, cubed
4 medium carrots, cut into 1" chunks
1 small butternut squash, cut into 1" chunks
1 bunch scallions, cut into 1" lengths
1/2 head cauliflower, cut into florets
3/4 lb plum tomatoes, cut into 1" chunks
1 zucchini, quartered, cut into 1" chunks
1 large red pepper, cut into 1" chunks
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 can garbanzo beans
In a 6-8 quart dutch oven, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add all your ingredients except the garbanzo beans. Cover, simmer 30 minutes, stirring once, until all vegetables are tender. Add beans and salt. Serve over couscous or rice.
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| Chapter Events and Activities
| Chapter Meetings: Held the 1st Tuesday of every month from 7-9 pm at The Health Doctors, 28379 Davis parkway, Warrenville, www.thehealthdocs.com Open to the public.
Morning Meetup & Open Discussion: Join us at Whole Foods Naperville for a morning open discussion meeting the 2nd WEDNESDAY of each month from 9:30-10:30 am. (Will only be an hour in the summer due to Kids Event at Whole Foods.) http://wholefoodsmarket.com/storesbeta/naperville/ Open to the public. Playgroups: All ages --4th Wednesday of the month @ 9:30 am. Locations will vary. Membership is required to attend playgroups.
Moms Night Out: A moms only "playdate". Babies in arms are welcome. Dates, activities and locations vary. Watch for postings. Membership is required to attend mom's night out.
Book Club:We meet several times a year to discuss the chosen book. Dates and location will vary. Watch for postings. Membership is required to participate in book club.
Mom & Tot Outings: Special outings planned several times a year specifically with our young ones in mind. Dates and locations vary. Watch for postings. Membership is required to participate in Mom/Tot outings.
Family Gatherings, Movie Nights, and additional member events will continue to be scheduled
Check out or local website for details. http://chicagowestsub.holisticmoms.org
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|  | | Meet Our Sponsor |  A special thank you to Dr. Jim Claussen for letting us use his chiropractic office for our meetings! |
| Meeting Topics | | 2014-15 Meeting Schedule (subject to change)
Dec - Open House/Holiday Social Jan - Reiki/Energy Feb - Attachment Parenting for Older Kids Mar - Landscape Gardening Apr - Vaccine Rights |
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