7 Inspiring Quotes about Books
Reading has changed my life. As a young person I loved to read. Between the busyness of high school, college, and working multiple jobs, I rarely read. A few years ago I made a goal to read one book a month. That twelve-book goal was met by the beginning of March,...
5 Benefits of Early Rising
"Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise." - Benjamin Franklin Waking up later in the day can cause stress, tardiness, lack of focus, and a general feeling of being "behind." If you want to have more successful days, you may consider...
3 Times Your Immune System Is under Attack
Sometimes it is easy to get caught off guard and to become ill. If you have been reading my blog for a while, you know I emphasize the importance of avoiding illness rather than reacting when you become ill. While you may not be able to avoid every time of illness,...
7 Tips to Manage Your Weight
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or nurse. Please consult with your doctor before making changes to your diet or exercise program. While focusing solely on your weight is not healthy, it is important to manage your weight properly. Instead of doing fad diets, it is...
Thankful Thursday – May 6, 2021
Do you know that being grateful is good for your health? Every day I write down ten things or people for whom I am grateful. Here are just five for today: 1. My parents. My parents made many sacrifices during my life and set a great example for me. Their strong...
5 Tips to Reduce Wasted Food in Your Kitchen
During my childhood, I had a pastor had grown up in the Great Depression. He often mentioned that his parents would have nothing on their plates at meal times. When the children would ask why their parents had nothing to eat, the parents would tell them not to worry...
7 Tips to Rest When You Cannot Travel
Rest is vital to every person. We all get to a point where we need rest. It may be after a loved one's long battle with a terminal illness; after a stressful period of time at work; or after a stressful period of work at home with renovations, extra projects, or...
7 Tips to Make Your Home Smell First-Class
After returning home from a long day of work or running errands, no one wants to smell a foul smell as they open their front door. A house that has an unpleasant smell is not a pleasant place to live or visit. On the other hand, a house with a pleasant scent is...
3 Signs of a Weak Immune System
Did you know that your immune system is important all year long? In the fall and winter, a strong immune system may help you to avoid colds, flus, and viruses. In the spring, the fluctuating temperatures are tough on your immune system. In the summer, your immune...
7 Healthy Foods to Keep in Your Freezer
Are you short on time? Your freezer is your friend in the kitchen. The freezer can save you time and money as well as keep you from wasting food. Instead of filling your freezer with ice cream, chicken nuggets, and frozen hot pockets, fill it with healthy food that...
