I had my last child at 40. My friends are in a different place than I am, but my son keeps me young.

I always knew I wanted a big family, but I wasn’t in a rush to get started. When I got married in my mid-20s, after a prolonged time in school earning two graduate degrees, I wasn’t quite ready to have children. I wanted to become more established in my career, pay down student loans, and travel before kids entered the picture.Then, at 31, I had my first child, followed quickly by two more. I loved…

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Whole Foods minestrone soup recalled in 17 states over undeclared shrimp

Cups of minestrone soup sold at Whole Foods in 17 states and Washington, D.C. have been recalled over possible “undeclared shrimp” that could cause a life-threatening allergic reaction in certain people, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.  Massachusetts-based company Kettle Cuisine decided this week to recall 24oz cups…

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Why Big Brands Are Turning to Vanilla From Uganda

Vanilla is so valuable that it’s been called “green gold.” At its peak in 2017, prices reached nearly $600 per kilo, making it the second-most expensive spice in the world. But by 2024, prices had crashed to roughly $50 per kilo.That volatility stems from one major factor: The world depends…

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