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Luxor Collection
I am thrilled to unveil my latest creation, the Luxor Collection! This exquisite collection draws inspiration from the mesmerizing allure of ancient Egypt and the
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Runes Bamboo Fleece Collection
🌿 Introducing the Runes Bamboo Fleece Collection 🌿 I’m thrilled to share with you all my latest creation at Melodia Designs – the Runes Bamboo
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EL VAMPIRO
the night visitor In Ecuador they call them vampiros. In English they are vampire bats. Our woeful story begins at latitude zero degrees on a
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Vibrant Thai-Inspired Slaw: A Wonderful Journey of Colors and Flavors
Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure? This Thai-inspired slaw recipe is here to ignite your taste buds. With a burst of colors,
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Alchemy Celestial Collection
Embrace Sacred and Celestial Vibes with Melodia Designs’ Esoteric Prints Are you ready to adorn your body temple with sacred and celestial vibes? I’m stoked
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I Like My Kimchee Fast & Easy
Easy, Fast Kimchee Recipe {Mak Kimchi} Prep Time 45 mins Total Time 3 d Are you ready to make your own Mak Kimchee, Melodia style?
Zero Degrees Latitude
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EL VAMPIRO
the night visitor In Ecuador they call them vampiros. In English they are vampire bats. Our woeful story begins at latitude zero degrees on a
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Meeting Tata
Tata was Raul’s mother, Melodia’s Ecuadorian grandmother, and the person I eventually learned would be my best friend and partner in crime while I was
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OFFERINGS/OFRENDAS
Dedication: The post “Offerings/Ofrendas” is dedicated to my daughter Melodia Mendoza-Medley in remembrance of her father Raul Alfredo Mendoza who passed away before father and
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GIFTS FROM HER FATHER
by Deborah Medley Melodiaʼs father, Raul Mendoza, was a musician, a very good musician. He was a self- taught Latin percussionist who specialized in Latin
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CALDO DE PATA
CALDO DE PATA Dedicated to my daughter Melodia who always oversaw the lunch preparation in our house in Ecuador. Though she was too young to
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LA CASA DE ROY AND THE ILL-FATED TURKEY, Part II
Ill-Fated Turkey Thanksgiving in Ecuador When Melodia and I lived in Ecuador, American Thanksgiving was almost never remembered. We were far removed from American traditions
detox-RETOX
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Vibrant Thai-Inspired Slaw: A Wonderful Journey of Colors and Flavors
Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure? This Thai-inspired slaw recipe is here to ignite your taste buds. With a burst of colors,
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I Like My Kimchee Fast & Easy
Easy, Fast Kimchee Recipe {Mak Kimchi} Prep Time 45 mins Total Time 3 d Are you ready to make your own Mak Kimchee, Melodia style?
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Coconut Chocolate Fat Bombs
What’s a fat bomb, you ask…they’re delicious treats that are calorically dense with healthy fats. Subsequently that also means they are low in carbs and
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Soup on the Go!
SOUP ON THE GO! Reliable, Delicious, & Nutritious Soup for a Girl on the Go! Things you’ll need… Crock Pot Chicken Broth Bonafied Bone Broth
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Good Tempered Chocolate
♡ Good Tempered Chocolate ♡ Make your own box of Raw Bon Bons Chocolate: The Aztecs referred to cacao as “nourishment of the gods”. Chocolate contains the
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C.M.R.A. with Melodia
With love in the air, I feel inspired to share with you my favorite self-care practice. Adapted from a technique I learned from compassionate communication
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GREEN CREAM DREAM SMOOTHIE
Inspired by my favorite Cafe Gratitude smoothy called “I Am Alert,” I decided to try my hand at replicating this creamy drink at home. Ingredients:
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Keto Kookies
I grew up a product of the 80’s, an era when calorie-free and fat-free foods became confused as healthy. I have become savvy to the
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PALEO “PARTY” PORRIDGE
As the mornings start to get a bit more chilly, I find myself craving a warm cozy breakfast as opposed to my usual blended protein
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Sweet Potato Pie
Healthy Dessert I’m not gonna lie… I LOVE PIE. BUT… Life is too short to feel guilt from what one eats, so I love to
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Raw Nog
Raw Nog easy as 1-2-3 Try this delicious, raw, and healthy version of our featured holiday Egg Nog “inspired’ drink. Ingredients 3 cups Raw Almonds,
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SENSUOUS HOMEMADE CHAI
Ariel’s Magical Chai I have always been enchanted by the rich aroma and exotic flavors in homemade chai. I find that a truly good recipe
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MACA-CHOCA-MATE-LATTE
MY INFAMOUS HOT & SPICY APHRODISIAC ELIXIR Easy, yummy, and strong~ just the way I like ‘em! 😉 Brew YERBA MATE tea, 2 cups Heat
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SPARKLING TURMERIC TONIC
During the midday heat of a week-long dance festival, my dear friend Jo offered me a sip of her day-glow orange elixir. Not only was
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DESSERT FOR BREAKFAST? ABSOLUTELY!
Chia Seed Breakfast Starring: Cha-cha-cha-Chia! Not to date myself, but I recall my introduction to Chia seeds actually came from the catchy Chia Pet jingle