PF Chang’s Rock and Roll Marathon is one of the biggest — and this week-end it’s taking place in Phoenix. This event brings thousands of people to the valley every year during MLK week-end because, not only is the weather perfect, but scheduling the race on the holiday means that runners get an extra day […]
Phoenix is known for great climate, golf courses, resorts, spas, shopping, and dining. However, this time of year is when restaurants transform from being indoor eateries to include marvelous patio experiences, each one unique in cuisine and style. Although there are many excellent dining places to choose from, three of our favorites are listed below. […]
In an earlier post, I wrote about healthy eating and the benefits of a plant-based diet. I also mentioned that, if “you’re not accustomed to this type of eating, it will take a little . . . planning.” It’s easier to transition to plant-based if you plan for only one or two meatless days each week. And, since Mondays are […]
The banana bread recipe below is adapted from the Forks Over Knives – The Cookbook: It calls for only a few basic ingredients, goes well with homemade soups and salads, and is also a perfect complement to smoothies and coffee in the morning. I like to double this recipe and then freeze one loaf. List of […]
Goals-setting for 2014, a common practice this time of year. Most of us reflect on what we have accomplished the previous year and determine what we would accomplish in the next. Although many people go through the process of setting goals and then forget or completely dismiss them, sometimes the process is very helpful and productive. […]
Although I’ve never considered myself much of an adventurer, I’ve been very blessed to have had the opportunity to do some traveling (domestic and abroad) and see some really great sights. Because we’ve started the blog this year, it seems like a perfect platform for documenting travel adventures that we’ve taken in the past and […]
As I mentioned in an earlier article, stretching is an activity that can be done easily throughout different intervals of the day. Stretching is a type of physical activity that takes only a minute or two to do, but the results are beneficial in relieving stiffness, increasing blood flow, and even reducing eye strain that comes from […]
In part one of this article, I wrote that many of us are not prepared for financial emergencies. According to Bankrate.com, “28 percent of Americans say they have no rainy-day fund” and 49% “don’t have enough emergency savings to cover three months’ worth of expenses.” In other words, even with the uncertainty in today’s murky financial […]
Most of us are familiar with the idea of saving money, it can be in a traditional savings or money market account for emergencies. This type of account can be used for unexpected expenses, or for expenses that cost more than we anticipated. Although it’s known for adding safety to our financial wellbeing, it’s an […]
Downtown Phoenix has a myriad of trendy places to eat, numerous, pscale hotels, sports venues, live theaters, a comedy club, Lucky Strike bowling alley, lots of retail shopping, and several great spas. Plus, let’s not forget that, during this time of year, there’s also the outdoor ice skating rink. This is a city that has […]
The grandkids are coming! What shall we plan for family activities? They always like to come to Phoenix and some of their favorite activities are documented here. But, one of their favorite activities this time of year is to go ice skating, and there just happens to be a great ice skating rink right in […]
Acorn squash makes a colorful and delicious vegan meal. And, when the rice is prepared ahead of time, this recipe can be prepared in a matter of minutes. This dish is filling, and incorporates several of the season’s favorite ingredients. Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash List of ingredients: 2 medium acorn squash – washed, halved, and […]
Cranberries are plentiful in the fall and this is a quick vegan dessert that incorporates their juicy tartness with just the right amount of sweet raspberries. It takes very little time to prepare and to bake, and goes perfectly with other fall dishes. Cranberry Raspberry Cobbler List of ingredients: FRUIT 1 8-oz […]
When my husband and I started our blog, we decided to do it as a hobby. As I wrote in a previous post, we had taken a few classes, watched a handful of webinars, and decided that we would like to use the website as a platform. However, not only are we having fun with […]
Although I haven’t written about it earlier, Ron and I have been ‘showcasing’ the downtown Phoenix area for an online publication, Examiner.com, I’m the Phoenix City Guide! For the last two months, we’ve been publishing weekly articles about downtown, and, since we live in the heart of the city, it’s a perfect match! We’ve seen […]
Amsterdam, capital city of the Netherlands, is one of our favorite places. It mixes ultra-modern buildings with historic architecture. It is culturally diverse, yet fiercely unique. The Dutch are known for being environmentally aware and for their progressive work ethic, yet traditionalism is obvious in clothing styles, transportation, and cuisine. Even during the harsh winter […]
This stir-fry recipe has a nice colorful presentation and requires little preparation time. The delicate curry flavor goes well with brown rice or quinoa. List of ingredients: 4 green onions, including green part of stems – chopped 2 cloves fresh garlic – chopped 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds 1 large red or yellow bell pepper – […]
We recently visited the Hall of Flame Fire Museum and it is truly one of our city’s gems. With almost an acre of fire history exhibits, this museum has the largest collection of firefighting apparatus in the United States. This one location houses more than 130 of the earliest steam and motorized fire engines and […]
Every year, the City of Albuquerque, New Mexico plays host to an annual event called the Balloon Fiesta. It’s a famous event that brings in upwards of one million visitors from all over the world to Albuquerque and nearby Santa Fe during the course of eight days. Albuquerque is located only an hour-and-a-half’s flight from […]
1. Exercise. Whether it is yoga and stretching, going for a jog, or working out with weights, one of the best ways to wake up your entire body is through exercise. Studies have shown that people are more prone to exercise if they do it in the morning instead of the evening. It gets the […]