Leah Stuhler
Leah grew up in Western New York, lived in Chicago for 11 years, and now resides in South Carolina. She's very happy for the change in weather! Leah is happily married, and is a proud boy mom. She is a full time Middle School Theatre teacher. When she's not spending time with her family or working, Leah enjoys baking and reading. She is the creator and host of the podcast YA Book Chat, where she and her guests have fun chatting about their favorite book. Leah loves being a part of the Columbia Mom team, both as a contributing writer and Editor. Photo credit: Emily Ann Photography.
Columbia Mom EATS :: The Corner Blend
The first time I went to Soda City Market I kept seeing people walk by with these AMAZING looking fruit bowls. I eventually stopped someone to ask them where they got it. Upon receiving...
Does Olive & June Nail Polish Live Up to the Hype?
Over the past few months I've been hearing a lot about Olive & June nail polish. The company was established in 2013, but I only just heard about it this year. And, for some...
Holiday Recipes :: Homemade Gingerbread Houses
Gingerbread houses are one of my family's favorite holiday traditions. I remember my mom having some of her friends over, and hosting a big gingerbread house making party. They made the gingerbread from scratch,...
Holiday Recipes :: Homemade (Nut-Free) Peppermint Bark
The holidays are upon us, and that means so are all of our favorite holiday foods. Personally, I love strolling through World Market and picking up my favorite German Christmas foods; pfeffernusse, Mozart chocolates,...
Columbia Mom EATS :: Cassava Breads
**NOTE: After this post was written, we were informed that Cassava Breads will no longer be at Soda City Market on Saturdays. However, you may still purchase bread from Cassava Breads on their website,...
Columbia Mom EATS :: Kiki’s Chicken and Waffles
I will never forget the first time I had chicken and waffles. We had only recently moved to the south, and as a northerner, I had never had it before. The combination of the...
Why Thanksgiving Makes Me Sad
I come from a LARGE Italian family. We lived a couple of hours away from my dads family, but my moms family lived in the same city we did. Pretty much ALL of my...
Columbia Mom EATS :: Eggs Up Grill
I don't know about you, but one of my favorite meals to have out at a restaurant is breakfast. I am a HUGE lover of breakfast foods. In fact, I'll often cook breakfast foods...
I Miss Hugs
I miss hugs.
This pandemic has brought about so many strange and difficult circumstances. But one of the worst things for me is the sheer fact that I can't hug anyone (aside from my husband...
Columbia Mom FAVORITES :: 5 Fall Related Things I’m Loving Right Now
Fall is all around us, and I can't help but smile at the thought.
Summer is by far my favorite season. I mean...two words: the beach! But, I would say that fall is definitely my...
Fall Recipes :: Chili With Rice
Fall is here, and that means it's time for some yummy, hearty meals. I don't know about you, but I just love fall foods and drinks! Soup, stew, chili, hot chocolate, hot apple cider...Mmmmm....
To Trick-or-Treat OR Not to Trick-Or-Treat :: That Is the Question
The beginning of October is an indicator of many things. It signifies fall, the start of fall activities and festivals, playing in the leaves, hot drinks, fall family bucket lists, and so much more....
The Ugly Truth About Pregnancy
Before I became pregnant with my first child, I would see pregnant women walking around and think how beautiful they looked. Friends who already had babies would tell me how much they loved being...
Kids Eat Free {or Almost Free} Around Columbia
Going out to eat as a family can be fun. Of course, if you've got squirmy little ones, it can also be challenging, but it's always nice to get out of the house and...