“Everytime we feel satisfied with what we have, we can be counted as rich, however little we may actually possess.” -Alan De Botton Truer words have never been written. As my son’s 12th birthday approached I asked him if he wanted to have a party. The question seemed to bring him great sadness. He answered, “I want a party, but I don’t want to ask for gifts. I know it makes … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2018
10 Things I Learned This Spring #LifeLessons
Even though the weather has been a bit chaotic, it still is Spring! As I'm writing this piece hunched over the table at the diner, I can't help but wonder what the waitress eyeballing me is thinking. Maybe she thinks I'm a great writer incognito and she's wondering if she has read anything that I have written. More likely she's thinking that I had one too many glasses of wine … [Read more...]
The Beauty of Dirty Skin by Whitney Bowe, MD #BookReview
The Beauty of Dirty Skin: The Surprising Science of Looking Good and Feeling Radiant from the Inside Out by Whitney Bowe, MD I only accept books to review on subjects that interest me. I said yes to receiving an early copy of this book because I pride myself in taking care of my skin and I was interested in what Dr. Bowe had to say about skincare and nutrition. … [Read more...]
Chicken Cacciatore the Healthy Way #ChickenCuisine
Lately, I have been spending more time in the kitchen and concentrating on making healthy meals. My cookbook club has been an inspiration to me. Suddenly, I feel as if my cooking had become mundane and I found myself making the same things over and over again. So, I'm trying to mix it up a bit every week and give something new a try. I found a recipe for a healthier version of … [Read more...]