Do you realize that you are swimming in a sea of blessings? Sure, you have problems but the truth is that there are many more things 'right' with your life than 'wrong' with it. The problem is that we take those blessings for granted and just don't notice – which is our loss. Appreciation is […]

Getting in shape and building a healthy lifestyle doesn’t just end with your workout. While what you do at the gym matters, what goes on your plate plays a huge role in your health and weight loss goals. This applies not only to your waist line, but also to your teeth. We all know that […]

I have to say right now that the only way you’re ever going to know just how difficult it can be to lose weight when you have hypothyroidism is when you’re actually suffering from the condition yourself! It’s a disease that is becoming more and more prevalent and it not only makes it harder to […]

I am one lucky gal … Christmas of 2011 Santa put a Breville Die Cast Espresso Machine in my stocking. Well, OK, OK, be technical. Yeah, it absolutely was too big to fit in my stocking (I wear a size 10 but my stockings aren't THAT big! :-). But it was under the tree and I've loved […]

Long distance jogs or fast, quick pace running workouts, whether inside or out in the open, are ideal components of any training process. Keeping the required pace for long periods of time coupled with the strenuous loads on your knees and feet can add up, especially after an extended workout. Also, training for a new personal […]

We've been talking about having peak experiences brought on by nature through the use of bird watching. However, it's important to remember that we're not the only species on the planet that enjoys peak experiences. We've turned our backyard into a "bird watching stage" simply by throwing wild bird seed out onto the back patio. […]

There are many baby swings to choose from but small children make the choice much easier. Why? Because all babies are naturally peaceful Zen monks if their surroundings support serenity. And a baby swing is a soothing, restful environment that keeps Baby happy while giving mom and dad a much-needed respite. The swinging motion is similar to […]

Dry eyes are one of the most common symptoms suffered by Americans. The causes of dry eyes are varied, and dry eyes may even be indicative of disease or some underlying problem with the eye’s anatomy. The most common cause of dry eyes, however, is medication. Many medications have side effects that include dry eyes, […]