It’s that time of year where the guilt around what you ate at the holidays is in full swing and New Year’s resolutions have begun. Although most of us start the year with the best intentions to become a healthier person, many fail to reach or maintain their resolution goal. The key to success isContinue reading “Starting a New Year’s resolution? Dietitian gives you 5 SMART tips to healthy eating….”
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“Resume Builder”
[Originally written in 2015 during the peak of my success working for this agency who I have focused my energy for seventeen solid years. In 2019, my heart and my eyes were open to the truth that our life are never measured in the stuff we believe that quantify success. Thus, sharing the original manuscriptContinue reading ““Resume Builder””
Caring for Orchids….
I love orchids and I have a few of them in my apartment. I have been taking care of orchids for almost ten years. I also had a few in my old office. Orchids have a different temperament. Some of them bloom in the summer and some are in the winter. Yes, I said winter…IContinue reading “Caring for Orchids….”
8 Tips to help keep your heart healthy over the holidays
1. Be aware of portions The amount of food you eat matters. Take time to savor every bite, which will lead to better satisfaction with less food. 2. Stay active Time is often limited during the holidays, but make sure you carve out some time to exercise. Walking with family and friends after a holidayContinue reading “8 Tips to help keep your heart healthy over the holidays”
Christmas Tidings….
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope ~ Romans 15:13 There are a lot of ways to celebrate Christmas and so many meanings behind the word. We can go theological or we can go byContinue reading “Christmas Tidings….”
Happy Birthday C.S. Lewis
November 29, 1898
Friends for Life…
(written on the eve of my birthday) When we come across people in our lives, we sometimes forget why and how we met them. If you really think on how you spent your day, do you really see the significance of people around you? Or are we so wrapped up on our daily routine andContinue reading “Friends for Life…”
A Season of Gratitude
There are so many things that I am very thankful for in my life. Special people I will never forget. Every year when the season of Thanksgiving come around it always reminds me how special this day brought a different meaning to my life. Fourteen years ago, a gentle, kind friend taught me the trueContinue reading “A Season of Gratitude”
Finding Your Joy…
As parents we want our kids to experience and enjoy all kinds of activities in school. We encouraged them to join sports so they can be with their friends and have a well-balance life. Often, we think that all books with no play, makes our kids a dull person. For those kids who are introvert,Continue reading “Finding Your Joy…”
Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
The holidays are coming and the gift no one wants are those extra pounds associated with holiday eating. On average, Americans gain 1 to 2 pounds over the holidays. Fortunately, there are several ways to avoid the dreaded holiday weight gain while also enjoying the holidays. 1. Eat Wisely Practicing mindful eating every day canContinue reading “Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating”
