Merry Christmas Eve! On this special day, we extend our heartfelt wishes to you and yours for a very happy – and of course, healthy – holiday. Remember to maintain an attitude of gratitude. It isn’t about gifts; rather the presence of others that makes the spirit of the holidays so special. ‘Gratitude unlocks the… Read More
Healthy Holidays
Holiday Energy Efficient Tips for Homeowners
Nothing makes a house sparkle like holiday lights! They bring a decorative warmth and spirited glow to our homes, but festive lights can also mean dreaded skyrocketing electric bills. Additionally, heating units are forced to run more often with extra baking of delicious holiday meals for cherished guests and a warm hearth to keep cold… Read More
9 Feng Shui Tips to Stay Balanced During the Holidays!
By Carol Cannon The holidays are here! Daily life can become full of increased activities and seasonal commitments and the universal messages of peace, sharing and gratitude can easily get lost in the entire shuffle. You can, however, use the ancient art of Feng Shui to encourage staying in balance throughout not just the holidays,… Read More
RING in the New Year: DIY Rosemary Napkin Rings
by The Dabblist These are simple to make, bring a rustic element to the dinner table, and smell so lovely. *Bonus: they look like mini holiday wreaths! What you’ll need: * long rosemary sprigs * floral wire * scissors 1.) First, soak your rosemary in water for 5-10 minutes to make them easier to bend… Read More
Ron & Lisa’s Favorite {Healthy} Things: 2013 Holiday Gift Guide
‘Tis the season to be jolly, but it can also be the season to stay healthy. As you are tempted by heaps of holiday sales, remember the effects your purchases have on yourself, our planet and the health of your loved ones. Why not choose gifts that give back, inspire and promote health and wellness?… Read More
7 Father’s Day Gifts to Green Your Dad
Another June is upon us and for most, the daunting task of finding that perfect something for the ‘other’ man in your life – your dad – has arrived! Father’s Day is here and what better time to say, thank you? If you have made the choice to shop online, then you’ll already have peace… Read More
2013: A {Healthy} Plan for Progress, Not Perfection!
Ron and I hope you experienced a joyous and peaceful holiday and savored some well-deserved rest, time spent with loved ones and a merited mental (and/or cyber) break. Ahh, the holidays always seem to depart too fast as the pressure of New Year’s goals wrapped in glittery bows of guilt loom just around the corner…. Read More
10 Tips for Greening the Shopping Season
However you choose to spend the holidays, consider the following. As friends and family gather for one of the sweetest times of the year we, sometimes unknowingly and without intention, cause much undue stress on the environment; one reason being the large number of people shopping. In comparison, the stress occurring on an individual basis… Read More