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Northeast Metro Woman A Resource Guide for Every Woman

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Northeast Metro Woman is a free, bimonthly publication. Typically 10,000 copies are printed each edition and distribute to over 300 locations.

Circulation includes Cecil, Harford, and Kent Counties in Maryland and New Castle County in Delaware.

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Maximizing

Family Time

Family Features Now as much as ever, close family ties can make a significant impact on young lives.

Constantly emerging technology sometimes limits personal interaction, while many school-age children experience unprecedented stress levels.

Building strong connections with trusted adults can give kids a sense of security and a better foundation for achieving their potential. Make spending time together a priority with engaging activities that allow the whole family to get in on the fun.

Plan a Movie or Game Night Kids thrive on routines and clear expectations, so a regular special event like a movie or game night can give them something to anticipate each week. Watching TV at home may not be a novelty, but you can make it an occasion to celebrate by adding special touches like dimming the lights to mimic a theater, pulling out cozy blankets and preparing popcorn or other treats. If you opt for game night instead, keep the enthusiasm strong week after week by creating long-range tournaments or allowing kids to rotate game selection privileges.

Read Together Sharing books together not only creates an opportunity for bonding, it’s a way to give your child an academic boost outside the classroom. Studies show that daily reading promotes literacy, helps kids build their vocabulary and improves overall academic achievement.

Also, the benefits don’t end with elementary-age children.

Parents can connect with older kids through books that carry important lessons about life and relationships. Reading books individually then coming together to discuss them, similar to a book club, can provide the chance for thoughtful talks about difficult topics.

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Cook Meals Together Eating together is a goal for many families, but preparing meals together

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Engaging kids in meal preparation creates a sense of cooperation and instills pride for a successful project.

It’s also a chance to share family traditions and pass on recipes that have traveled through generations.

Enjoy a Craft Day Kids need the chance to let their imaginations soar, and arts and crafts projects can provide the perfect outlet for creative expression. An art session may be as simple as enlisting everyone’s help to make decorations for an upcoming event. Another thoughtful

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way to channel all that creative energy: have little artists make cards to mail or deliver to a local senior or retirement community if allowed.

Take a Trip It may have to be a virtual trip for now, but discovering new places is an exciting way to create shared memories. A trip need not be costly or even far from home. Even a day trip to explore a new community nearby can provide a natural setting for the whole family to connect and form lifelong memories.

No matter the activity, investing in time together strengthens relationships so kids can flourish with the confidence of a support system behind them.

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10 Tips to Recognize Ripe Fruits Understanding how and when to buy at the peak of ripeness (or just before, in some cases) can help you avoid food waste.

Consider these simple tips for recognizing ripe fruits: 1. Strawberries: Check the area at the top of the berry near the stem and leaves. A ripe strawberry is fully red; green or white near the top means the fruit is underripe.

2. Watermelon: The “field spot,” or the area where the melon sat on the ground, should be yellow, and a tap on the rind should produce a hollow sound.

3. Cherries: Flesh should appear dark with a crimson color and feel firm.

4. Blueberries: Similar to cherries, color should deepen to dark blue. A reddish or pink color may be visible in unripe berries.

5. Blackberries: Look for a smooth texture without any red appearance.

Because blackberries don’t ripen after being picked, they tend to spoil quickly.

6. Cantaloupe: You should detect a sweet smell, and the melon should feel heavy upon lifting.

7. Peaches: A sweet, fragrant odor should be apparent. Skin should feel tender but not soft.

8. Pineapple: Smell is again an important factor for pineapple – a sweet scent shows it’s ready, but a vinegary one likely means it’s overripe.

9. Raspberries: Generally follow the same rules as blackberries. Best eaten within a couple days of purchase, a bright red color represents ripe berries.

10. Bananas: A ripe banana features a peel lightly spotted without significant bruising. Your best bet may be to purchase bananas still slightly green and allow them to ripen at home.

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A Plant-Based, Dairy-Inspired Dish With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets and dishes, combining them with dairy products can create a superfood power couple. For example, the cheddar cheese found in these Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers helps optimize nutrient absorption from the rice, black beans, corn and tomatoes to create a nutritious and delicious appetizer or meal.

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large sweet bell peppers

1/2

teaspoon chipotle chili powder

1/2

cup diced sweet onion

1/2

teaspoon dried oregano

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cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

1/2

teaspoon ground cumin

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cup frozen corn, thawed

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teaspoon kosher salt

1 1/2 cups cooked black beans plain (drained 1/2 and rinsed if using canned beans) 2

teaspoon black pepper

1 1/2 cups shredded Sharp

cups cooked brown rice

Cheddar Cheese, divided

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a rimmed half sheet pan with non-stick aluminum foil.

2. Slice the tops off of the sweet bell peppers. Use a spoon to scoop the seeds and white membranes from the insides of the peppers. Discard the pepper tops and seeds. Place the peppers onto the prepared half sheet pan; set aside.

3. In a large bowl, stir together the diced onion, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, and brown rice until combined. Sprinkle the chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper over top before stirring to distribute the seasonings throughout. Fold 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese into the filling, reserving the remaining cheese for later.

4. Stuff the open cavities of the sweet bell peppers tightly with filling, mounding a bit of the filling over the top edge of the peppers. Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese over top of the filling. Bake the stuffed peppers for 30 to 35 minutes or until filling is heated through, the peppers soften, and the exteriors begin to wrinkle. Serve immediately.

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