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Using Mindfulness Techniques to Battle Overwhelm
We all have some form of stress and worry in our lives, but, if you feel like you are drowning underneath your responsibilities, worries, and stress, you might be dealing with a bad case of overwhelm. This may seem like something everyone deals with, but it can affect...
Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing
Chicken Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing - A delicious chicken salad with a homemade Caesar salad dressing. - Mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Lemon Juice, garlic (Minced), Dijon mustard, Anchovy Paste, salt and pepper (to taste), Parmesan cheese...
Eating with the Seasons, Is it Beneficial?
If you’ve ever tried buying summer fruits in the middle of winter, then you know how expensive and tasteless they can be. Eating produce in season is so much better for your health, and your wallet. It can be confusing when you first start, so I’ve laid out some tips...
Garden Update
Thought I would give an update on my little garden. My kale is struggling. I think I got it into the ground too late since it likes cool weather. The tomatoes and peppers are doing great. The basil is looking really good, which is great because we use a LOT of basil...
Traveling and Living Healthy, Is That Possible?
Summer is fast approaching, and there is nothing more exciting than planning a little getaway or traveling somewhere. Traveling is a time to enjoy yourself, take a break from your usual routine, and make lifelong memories. While everything is fine in moderation and...
Spring Gardening and Raised Beds
.After last year with food, toilet paper, and other shortages, I told my husband that I wanted to have a garden this year, but I wanted raised beds. I had seen a post on Facebook of raised garden beds made from plastic 55 gallon drums. I showed it to my hubby because...
Ideas for Light, Healthy Meals for Summer
If you're anything like me, during the summer months, you probably eat less heavy, hot meals, and turn to more lighter fare. The good news is that not only are these lighter meals much more pleasant to eat in 90 and 100-degree summer heat, but many of them are very...
Why It’s Important to Stretch
Do you work out at home? Do you at least stretch? Two years ago, I thought that I had twisted my knee. I was in severe pain couldn't bend it and really couldn't even walk. It turns out that I had a very tight iliotibial tract or IT band. If you don't know, the IT band...
Fresh Herbs to Grow this Spring
If there's one thing 2020 taught us, it was that we all started cooking more at home, a lot more! I always have dried herbs and spices on hand in my kitchen, but this year I want to be able to supply myself with more fresh herbs. Using herbs and spices to season your...
4 Delicious Salads You Need to Try
I don't know about you, but during the winter I don't eat nearly as many salads. Is it just me? I'm more about casseroles and soups. But come spring and summer, I can't seem to get enough salads. Salads are a great option for a filling lunch or dinner, or even as a...