Have Some Fun
Do you love your plan to get yourself moving, get in your steps, burn some calories, bump up your energy level, what have you? Or is it pure torture and drudgery? Are you in the category of folks who claim, “I don’t have time,” when...
Health
7 Tips to Simplify Mealtime
One of the biggest issues families face today is mealtime—together. Lots of schedules, directions, agendas, and taste preferences. The idea of gathering for a home-cooked meal may even seem hopeless, which then leads to more eating out. Eating in is typically healthier, more economical and often...
To Donut…or Not
This morning’s newspaper contained a FOOD section. No surprise, it is my favorite section of the paper. Today, Mr. Non-Compliant husband of mine took great delight in handing it over, saying, “Oh, you’ll want to be sure to read this!” The main article was all about...
How a Dancer Found Her “Happy Place”
Today, I have a story that will hopefully change your mindset if you are one of those people who thinks it is SO HARD to live in a healthy manner and still enjoy your life. You CAN do this, without eating a diet consisting of...
It’s Not Just About the Food
When it comes to being a picture of health, it’s not just about the food. Granted, that’s mostly what I write about and I often say, “You can’t out-train a bad diet.” And yes, you still need to eat your vegetables! Today, however, I’d like you...
Two Steps Forward
The title of today’s blog is also the title of a book I finished reading last month. Two Steps Forward, is the second book in 3-book series by Sharon Garlough Brown. The stories revolve around the very different lives of four women as they are...
Michigan Peaches and Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delightful summer days and lots of kids are back in school. When I heard from one of my favorite moms that she sent her daughters to school the first day and forgot to send their lunches along--oops-- the memories of car pooling, parent-teacher conferences and...
Before You Eat That…
Today, August 3rd, is National Watermelon Day. I wish you a very happy Watermelon Day and suggest you have yourself a slice and celebrate! How to choose a ripe one? The watermelon should feel heavy for its size, which means it contains lots of water...
Mr. Non-Compliant Goes to the Bakery
We were recently in a small Michigan town and I was walking my Sophie dog. I noticed a cute little bakery on Main Street and happened to mention it to my dear husband, Mr. Non-Compliant. He soon disappeared and I didn’t have to wonder very long...
The Skinny on Fat
When you need a quick snack, are you better off eating a handful of walnuts or a bowl of ice cream? (Read on for the answer!) About 30% of our diet should consist of fat. This may seem contrary to what we have heard. However, a...