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No Regrets….

Have you ever said to yourself "I regret (fill in the blank)?"  Who hasn't, right?  We all make mistakes so it seems only natural to look back and wish that we could have done things differently.  In a way, having regrets shows that we care enough to want to make things right however, when the past begins to impact the present and

Are you ready to create your future?

As we move forward with plans for reopening our country, I'm sure you're probably thinking about what the future has in store for you.  If you recently lost your job or your business, are you considering starting a new career?  Or maybe you suddenly found yourself working from home and now you're wondering if this is going to be your new way of life. While there are still

Craving chocolate???? You’re going to love this!

Let's face it, we've all got some extra time on our hands.  If you're like me, one of the first things I want to do when I'm feeling bored is reach for something to eat.  And more often than not, that "something" is usually chocolate! Now I know it would be so easy to grab a chocolate bar or

I hope my story will inspire you!

Today I'd like to share a story with you.  It's a story about me, my bicycle and never giving up.  My hope in telling you this story is that it will give you some inspiration as you navigate these very uncertain times. As many of you know I LOVE to ride my bike.  I bought my first road bike when I

Springtime recipes just for YOU!

After I sent out my last newsletter, I came across a couple recipes that I just had to share with you!  One is a pesto recipe that would make a great topping for pasta, salads or steamed veggies.  The other is a white bean dish that would also be a nice addition to pasta or a salad plus

Let nature be your guide…..

How are you doing?  These days when I ask that question, more often than not people tell me they are feeling completely overwhelmed.  That's definitely how I have been feeling as well.  Everything seems so surreal right now and trying to find balance can be a real challenge. One thing that has always helped me find my balance

I think you are going to like this……

This is just a quick note to tell you about an email I received yesterday announcing the start of a meditation series with Oprah and Deepak Chopra.   FINDING HOPE IN UNCERTAIN TIMES is a free 21 day meditation series and I think it is exactly what we need right now. Here's how it works:  You can sign up here. 

We are all in this together….

Wow.....to say that things are a little crazy right now just might be the biggest understatement of the year!  With the reality of the coronavirus looming all around, it's seems we have all been impacted on some level.  Whether you are facing health challenges, fiscal concerns or wondering whether or not you have enough toilet paper

Introducing the “Anti-diet!”

When you hear the word "diet,"  what comes to mind?  Weight Watchers, The Zone, Whole30?  Or maybe you're thinking vegan, vegetarian, paleo and keto.  With all of these labels, knowing what and when to eat is not only confusing but it can be overwhelming as well.  In an effort to eat healthy, have we lost

All you need is love…

By nature, we are social creatures.   In order to thrive in this world, we need to give and receive love.  Love helps to deepen our connection with one another and it gives us a sense of community and purpose.  But is love really all we need? Over the past two decades the "science of love" has become quite