It’s been a little while since I’ve posted but wanted to write a quick update about what’s been happening in our world. Please let me know if you’ve had wake-up calls that are even remotely similar! Sometimes when things are just going smoothly . . . . and we’re busy doing our own things . […]
Tacos are one of America’s favorite southwestern meals, and Phoenix has great places to find them. However, when they’re served in an historic building that used to be a mission – I mean, how cool is that! There are so many great places to eat downtown, and even midtown in Phoenix. And the Taco […]
Wealth If you read my article on Goal Setting for 2014, you probably noticed that they are very broad. For example, my “Health” goal includes basic such as healthy eating, getting some sort of physical exercise into the daily routine, and being involved in a hobby or activity you love. What it does NOT mean […]
We have been out of town this week at one of the most inspiring conferences that we’ve ever been to! Although I’ll write more on it later, we thought it might be interesting to show you what Phoenix is like this time of year. During the last several days, we’ve been sitting […]
To walk into this shop is like stepping back in time. It has the look and feel of an understated classic . . . rows of vintage pre-World War II sewing machines . . . bolts of soft yet sturdy denim fabric (some as wide as 60 inches) . . . industrial-sized spools of colored […]
When many of us go through the process of determining New Year’s resolutions, I like to evaluate periodically to see if what I’m doing works – or if it’s just a list of “things-to-do.” In an article entitled Healthy Living Goals, I had written that my first priority for goal-setting is directed towards health. This […]
I prepare a smoothie almost every day of the week because it’s nutritious and quick to prepare. It’s easy to vary the recipe – just use different combinations of berries, fruit, and seeds. It also goes well with a quick slice of toast or banana bread! List of ingredients: 1 cup frozen berries 1 fresh, […]
Recently we found another hidden treasure of a restaurant, Fuego’s at CityScape, that specializes in Southwestern cuisine. It’s a fairly small place, with colorful purple cloth napkins and small potted plants on each table. As with many of our favorite places, this eatery is located at CityScape right on Central Avenue. We’d never eaten here […]
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 […]