Spring is a time of rebirth, rejuvenation, and fresh starts! It’s an opportunity to shake off the old and start with the new. For me, it has always been a more logical time than the new year to start new habits—I have more energy and enthusiasm as the days get brighter and longer. This is the time of year when I tend to empty out my closets, try a new exercise routine, purge toys, and…
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I have never much liked water. It tastes bland and uninspiring to me, so staying well hydrated has often been a challenge. There are so many reasons why drinking enough water is important—from decreased cravings and mindless snacking to better health and better skin. But none of these was really enough of a motivator for me… until recently. This is embarrassing to admit, but the thing that really motivated me was a sign of aging…
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I have been talking to a lot of people recently who find cooking to be a chore, a bore, a burden. People feel overwhelmed by the prospect of having to make dinner. I get it, I really do! But what if I told you that cooking could bring you more than just a meal on your table, it could offer you an opportunity to integrate a mindfulness practice into your day? Would that make this…
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As the final piece in my series on how to have a safe and meaningful holiday season this year, I asked my good friend Debbie Brodsky, to share her expertise with us on how to use Zoom to capture family history interviews. Debbie is an amazing, Emmy award winning filmmaker and producer who has a passion for working with families to capture the stories of loved ones, which she does through her company, DMB Pictures. …
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Looking to liven up your plain baked potatoes? We’ve got 15 fun and delicious ideas for delicious and easy baked potato toppings, plus directions on how to make them in the oven, microwave, and slow cooker. 15 Ideas to Liven Up Plain Baked Potatoes Baked potato nights are a guaranteed hit in my house. My family loves playing with different toppings and flavors, plus any dinner where everyone gets to build their own meal is…
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