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Round 2 of random distractions... Sometimes I just crave random little nuggets of knowledge—like mental popcorn. Here's a buffet of food facts I stumbled across today. It is served with a generous drizzle of sarcasm and a pinch of wait, really? 🧠 Chewing gum boosts concentration because it increases blood flow to the brain. Apparently,… Continue reading Diversions:🥒 Food Facts That Slapped Me With Surprise (and a Side of Sass)
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, peace, and goodwill. But for some of us, they can also be a source of stress, anxiety, and frustration. Whether it's the pressure of finding the perfect gifts, the hassle of traveling, the awkwardness of family gatherings, or the unrealistic expectations of social media, the… Continue reading Surviving Holiday Stress: A Guide for the Grinch in All of Us
I'm having a gratitude moment for my husband. He's my favorite person and partner on our humble road of life together. He's been a rockstar with the challenges we've faced this past year in handling everything in our lives and caring for me so that I only had to focus on getting through cancer treatment… Continue reading 10 Reasons Why I Love Being Married to My Amazing Husband
Daily writing promptDo you play in your daily life? What says “playtime” to you?View all responses The great thing about reaching middle age and being an empty nester as a GenX’er in my mid 50s is that I’m very skilled at occupying myself with play/fun. And the great thing is that in my present life… Continue reading Bloganuary: Do you play in your daily life? What says “playtime” to you?
It's that time of year again, when we all make promises to ourselves that we know we won't keep. But why bother with the guilt and disappointment of failing at your goals, when you can just give up on them before you even start? Here are 10 New Year's Resolutions that you should ditch right… Continue reading 10 New Years Resolutions to Give Up on Before You Start
I have enjoyed a Verona Vineyard's wines over the past decade, after finding their Rabbit Hash, KY tasting room. I recommend the Petit Verdot. But I had never been to the vineyard until last weekend. I had been looking forward to the guest Colorado chef but we received an email that morning that he was… Continue reading Empty Nest Life: A Visit to Verona Vineyard
Dinner out a couple of weeks ago was good. Bonefish is reliable for a good Saturday night out. Herbs in Olive Oil with Crusty Bread Ahi Tune Poke Cosmo Old Fashioned House Salad Bacon Mac & Cheese Sirloin & Shrimp, Coleslaw Cold Water Lobster Tails Creamed Spinach
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