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Discover Healthier Sweetness: 9 Natural Alternatives to Refined Sugar

By Tina Charest | March 27, 2024

Discover Healthier Sweetness: 9 Natural Alternatives to Refined Sugar Introduction In our quest for healthier lifestyles, reducing refi  ned sugar intake is a common goal for many. While sweets are tempting, excessive consumption can lead to various health issues including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and fatty liver disease. Fortunately, there are numerous natural and healthier…

Embracing JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out

By Tina Charest | March 25, 2024

Embracing JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out In a world that never sleeps, where notifications never cease, and the constant comparison on social media platforms is the norm, the fear of missing out—or FOMO—has become a pervasive part of our lives. But there’s an antidote to this relentless pressure to stay connected and tuned in:…

What’s-On-The-Menu Wednesday: Embracing the Meal Prepping Lifestyle 🍽️✨

By Tina Charest | March 20, 2024

Embracing Meal Prepping: A Guide to Transforming Your Kitchen into a Hub of Health and Happiness Welcome to What’s-On-The-Menu Wednesday! Today, we’re not focusing on a single recipe. Instead, let’s talk about a lifestyle choice that’s transforming kitchens around the world: Meal Prepping. Once you discover its myriad benefits, it’s likely to become more than…

Self-Care Saturday: Got Boredom?

By Tina Charest | March 9, 2024

🌟 Self-Care Saturday: Expanding Your Horizons 🌟 Feeling a bit bored?  It’s all too easy to fall back on watching TV and snacking on less-than-healthy treats. These habits aren’t great for our waistlines or our overall health.  But there’s a whole world of activities out there that can nourish both your body and soul, steering…

Unleashing Potential: How Hobbies Enrich Our Lives

By Tina Charest | February 24, 2024

Unleashing Potential: How Hobbies Enrich Our Lives Introduction: In a world where the balance between work and life seems ever elusive, hobbies provide a unique escape—a chance to step back, recharge, and explore interests that bring joy and relaxation. From reading and gardening to more active pursuits like hiking and crafting, hobbies are more than…

Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

By Tina Charest | February 21, 2024

What’s-On-The-Menu Wednesday:  Warming Up with Easy Chicken Noodle Soup Winter’s chill has a way of seeping into our bones, urging us toward the warmth of the kitchen where the magic of cooking not only feeds our bodies but also our souls.  As a passionate cook, there’s something profoundly satisfying about transforming leftovers into a delightful…

Pineapple Mango Salsa

By Tina Charest | February 3, 2024

PINEAPPLE MANGO SALSA Welcome! On our Cape Cod trip, we explored Nantucket Island on scooters and stumbled upon a hidden gem of a local eatery, Millie’s Restaurant. Their Pineapple Mango Salsa was a game-changer! Back in Maine, we couldn’t resist creating our version. It’s a vibrant, healthy salsa – ideal for snacking or as a…

Unleashing Fitness Fun with VR: Our “Supernatural” Journey

By Tina Charest | February 2, 2024

Unleashing Fitness Fun with VR:  Our “Supernatural” Journey Introduction In the hustle and bustle of daily life, finding time for fitness can be a challenge.  Gyms are great, but getting to one amidst a hectic schedule?  Not always so easy.  That’s why two weeks ago, my husband and I decided to try something a little…

This 2-Word Phrase Can Change Everything

By Daniel Emery | January 29, 2024

This 2-Word Phrase Can Change Everything   There are a few versions of this video going around.  Perhaps you’ve seen one. Interviewer:   “If I gave you $10 million dollars, how would you feel?” or “If I gave you $10 million dollars, would you take it?” The guests all reply with feelings of gratitude and “of…

Embrace Fitness: A Guide to Staying Active and Healthy

By Tina Charest | January 26, 2024

Embrace Fitness:  A Guide to Staying Active and Healthy Welcome to our “Fitness Friday”!  In today’s blog post, we’re diving into the world of staying active and healthy.  Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just starting your journey, these tips and exercises will help you embrace a healthier lifestyle. 1. Start Slowly and Build Up…