I don’t know about you but I’ve been struggling for new recipes. The pandemic has had me cooking more at home than ever before. Here are some recipes for you to try. All of them are healthy and gluten free! Vegetable Frittata 4 medium Eggs 1 tbsp Parsley, fresh 1/2 tsp Oregano, dried 1 dash […]
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3 Herbs to Boost Your Immune System
Dr. John Christopher once said, “every home should have an herbalist.” Herbs are another important part of maintaining a healthy immune system. Certain plants can help us fight off disease. You don’t need a wide variety of herbs to support your immunity, you just need the right few. Herbs should be a part of your […]
Stone Pile Gap
The sun was shining and the temperature outside was in the seventies. It was a perfect day to drive through the mountains of north Georgia. This particular trip was for me. I had been told about a woman that owned a nursery specializing in medicinal plants. It sounded like a dream come true. The view […]
The Birthday Text
Yesterday was my birthday. It was a wonderful day filled with friends, family and walking in the woods. Many people sent cards, posted on my facebook page and texted to wish me a happy birthday. Of all the texts I received there was one that stood out. It was from my Aunt Mary. It started […]
Spring Recipes
Blueberry Muesli [Serves 1] INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup Gluten Free Rolled Oats 1 cup Water or Unsweetened Coconut or Almond Milk 2 Tablespoons Hemp Seeds (optional) 1/2 cup Blueberries (optional) Chopped Mint Soak all ingredients overnight and you’ll have a delicious breakfast cereal in the morning. You can heat it up if you prefer it hot. […]
Setting Boundaries
Healthy relationships at home and work are a priority for a healthy, well-balanced individual. And one of the best ways of having a healthy relationship is by setting up boundaries. Personal boundaries are the emotional, mental, and physical limits we set up to protect ourselves, as well as assert our individualism while realizing the same […]
The Big Move
It was the last thing to do, smudge the house and release the protections I had put around the house so many years ago. My footsteps echoed as I walked through the house. As hard as I tried, I couldn’t keep the tears from falling. Each room held so many memories and I was overwhelmed […]
Healthy Snacks and Treats
Roasted Cauliflower Crunchies [Serves 2] INGREDIENTS1 head of cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized pieces.1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil¼ cup pumpkin seeds Preheat oven to 400º. Toss all the ingredients together on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 – 30 minutes until browned and crispy. Crispy Chickpeas INGREDIENTS1 can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans), […]
Finding Serenity in a Chaotic World
The world is a big and busy place and sometimes that can really run a person down. Concerns for the environment, concerns over politics, family stresses, all while working enough to put food on the table. How is a person supposed to get any peace? Is the secret to do everything you can to make […]
The Avoiding Game
I’ve been playing the avoiding game. If I just don’t think about it maybe it will go away. But it didn’t go away. I still have cancer. So for the last six weeks I have concentrated on remodeling our shower so I can get in it safely after surgery. Surgery. Again. Every once in a […]
Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
Everybody has a sweet tooth, and chocolate is a no-fail satisfier. Dark high quality chocolate in particular (not your typical Snickers) has several health benefits that make it a bit more justifiable to snack on! For many years, chocolate has been viewed as the ultimate comfort food and it has become one of the most […]
How to Handle Self Doubt and Insecurity
We all have doubt. One of the most limiting things a person can experience in this life is self-doubt. It has the ability to keep you feeling locked away in a prison of your own insecurities. It will suffocate your ability to explore and be free to engage with opportunities and adventures and it will […]