My book club is currently reading Snow Rising by Matt Baldwin. The book is thought provoking and compelling, as the philosophy offered challenges your own personal beliefs. For example, consider today’s inspirational quote. What feelings does the quote instantly bring forth? Are they positive feelings or feelings of dread? Are you perusing choices past or […]
Have excess fruit or vegetables? Donate them to charity.
When my husband and I were looking at houses, we knew we wanted a place with a backyard. A place where I could plant a garden — in the ground. Imagine our excitement when we found our current home that came with two lemons trees, two apple trees, a plum tree, a yellow grapefruit tree, […]
Three Tips for New Year’s Resolution Success!
Cheers to you! Cheers to me! Cheers to everyone! Tonight will be the night you toast the end of 2012 and vow “to do this” or vow to “not do that”. Perhaps you will vow that in 2013 your resolutions will finally be successful. Perhaps you will promise yourself to do better at keeping your […]
Three Tips For Avoiding The Holiday Weight Gain.
What do you do when face to face with the holiday buffet? Do you circle the selection carefully deciding where to start? Does your plate look like you are eating for two? Whether your next function is a holiday work party, ugly sweater party, or holiday happy hour below are three tips for avoiding the […]
Monday Inspiration – What Does Your Book of Health Look Like?
If your health were a picture book what would it look like? Be honest, would it be full of photos of everything sweet or would it be balanced with vegetables and exercise? I think mine would start with a picture of a gallon of water, and then proceed to photo of an endless road covered […]
The Immunization Game: Level One – Children
The school season has started and along with the pencils, backpacks, and clothes a few pokes are added…for safety’s sake. The immunization game is a long one. Similar to monopoly you need to buy property (or first round of shots) before you begin to build your immunization empire. When we are born, we receive a […]
Helping Kids Eat More “Green Stuff”
This week my nieces visited for a few days. I always try to give my sister a break plus I love being able to spend quality time with them. They are growing up so fast and I still want to get those 5 and 8 year old hugs before they disappear into teenage confusion. While […]
Recipe – Basil and Rosemary Gluten Free Pizza Crust
Adapted from Pamela’s Chewy Pizza Crust Pizza Crust Yield: varies Prep Time: 10 minutes Rest Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 40 minutes Dry Ingredients 1 active dry yeast packet 3 1/2 c. Pamela’s Bread/Flour Mix 1/2 c. chia seeds (adds healthy Omega-3 fatty acids) 1/4 c. basil, chopped 2 tbsp. chopped rosemary 1 tbsp. lemon […]
Tales From The Hive – Honey a New Old Sugar Pill?
It was a sweltering 99 degrees when we pulled into the dirt parking lot. As much as I wanted to let the dust settle before getting out, I had no choice as sweat began dripping down my right temple. Momentarily blinded by the glaring sun, we quickly walked past the sweeping rows of vines towards […]
Recipe – Berry Yogurt Trifle-ish
Prep time: 20 minutes Serves 2 I love yogurt. I normally try to enjoy it for breakfast, however, there have been many occasions when I just don’t seem to finish the entire container. Sound familiar? Well, instead of having yogurt for breakfast why not enjoy it for dessert too? This layer of berries and […]