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Our Earth: A Gem In the Universe
As I think of our earth, I’m awestruck. Nothing man made compares with natures beauty. Lately I have been reading and teaching about astronomy. The more I learn about our existence, our universe and beyond, the more wonder I feel. We are part of something amazing. We do not have all the answers about our
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Healthy Italian Easter Bread Recipe
Italian Easter Bread Here is a healthy addition to your Easter meal. It has become a tradition in my house. Enjoy! Ingredients: • 1 package Rapid Rise active dry yeast, about 2-1/4 teaspoons • 2/3 cups milk • Pinch of salt • 2 T butter or extra virgin olive oil • 2 eggs, beaten • 1/4 cup sugar • 2.75-3.25 cups flour
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Apples Lessen Anxiety
An apple a day will help relieve anxiety as well (if not better) than anti-anxiety medication. The only side effect of eating an apple is much better health. There is an antioxidant in apples, chlorogenic acid, which induces soothing calm.
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Freshen Your Air With Lemons
What is more inviting than the scent of fresh air and lemons? Bring both into your home. Open your windows whenever possible to bring the clean air into your home. This will help vent out the harmful substances which may have entered over the winter and stayed. To eliminate odors simmer some lemon slices.
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Make a New Friend
”There is no possession more valuable than a good friend.“ -Socrates No man or woman can be considered poor if they have a friend. Friends bring light into our lives and greatly reduce stress. A well balanced life includes friends who will enrich our life experience. Each individual has something special and wonderful to offer.
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Organic Lemon Raspberry Layer Cake
This cake is a perfect combination of lemon and raspberry. Made with organic ingredients it is much healthier than store bought cakes or mixes. Raspberry filling 1 package (16 ounces) frozen organic raspberries 1 tablespoon organic sugar 1 ½ tablespoons organic cornstarch 1 teaspoon fresh squeezed organic lemon juice Thaw raspberries. Drain liquid from organic
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De-stress In Nature
It’s Spring. Everything is fresh. As new life is bursting forth, go out into your natural surroundings. Breath deeply. Pay attention to the sounds and scents around you. You will feel more peaceful, more relaxed and definitely less stressed. I try to spend some time everyday in nature. It is impossible to stay stressed when
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Ginger Tea Recipe
I love drinking ginger tea. Here’s a nice recipe to try: One inch of fresh organic ginger root Two cups of water Make a cup of ginger tea, warm up and feel good. 🙂 Chop one inch of fresh ginger root and add to two cups of water. Boil for 10 minutes. Strain to remove
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Start Everyday With Breakfast
Start everyday with breakfast. Take time to sit and relax, if only for 10 minutes. You will be more productive and less stressed. Eat a breakfast containing fiber, protein, vitamin c and calcium. Limit or eliminate sugar and refined flour. I love a bowl of hot oatmeal made with whole oats (not quick or instant).
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The Many Benefits of Yoga
I started doing yoga as a way to help me cope with the passing of my father and to manage daily stress. Now almost ten years later, yoga has changed my body, my way of thinking, and my life. The benefits of yoga are almost immediate. After 20 minutes of practicing yoga your focus improves,