Closets full of clothes – some that hadn’t been worn for at least a year . . . furniture that no longer fits your décor . . . household items that have been passed down from other family members – all taking up precious space somewhere in the house or storage unit. We love living […]
Seriously, retirement may not be in your best interest. And not everyone who retires loves the idea of not having to go to work, so why not take steps to a happy retirement. However, because right now you’re in the middle of a dreadful week . . . and the stress and long hours have […]
The word “Disneyland” conjures up images of crowds of tourists, many with mouse-eared caps and fairy wands, scurrying about to get to the next amusement ride. However, it can be a great staging site for exploring the French countryside. This picturesque region of France is also a tranquil setting of swans and lily pads, […]
When we left the lush rain forest and geothermal area of Arenal to explore Costa Rica’s iconic Pacific coastline, we drove two-and-a-half hours to Liberia, the second largest city in the country and the hub for the northwestern coast. When we reached Liberia, we exited the freeway and headed south towards the Pacific beach towns. […]
The scene is quite tranquil . . . the soft sounds of birds chirping . . . red plumed quail scampering across the path . . . cottonwood leaves fluttering in the breeze . . . beautiful blooming cacti. All experienced while biking the Bosque in Albuquerque. The Bosque is a Spanish word meaning “woodlands” […]
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 . […]
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 […]
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. […]
I shot this one-minute video freehand form the patio of in downtown Phoenix. Shelli and I were enjoying a cup of Camex coffee, basking in the beautiful whether and taking in the excitement of Ice Skating in downtown Phoenix. Every year the City of Phoenix blocks off Central Ave. from Washington St. south one block […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Downtown Salon Phoenix is a full service salon that serves men and women. Because it’s located in the Hyatt Regency in the heart of the city, this salon attracts business professionals who are attending events at the nearby Phoenix Convention Center as well as those who want to look just right for a night […]
This creamy and delicious stroganoff recipe can be served over brown rice or whole wheat pasta. Since mushrooms are packed with protein, it’s hearty and satisfying enough to be served as a stand-alone dish. But it also goes well with steamed broccoli or a garden salad. This is a great comfort-food and healthy eating recipe. […]
This is a quick and easy recipe that is great for week-end mornings. It takes only a few plant-based / ingredients and is especially good when topped with fresh fruit. I shared several strategies that helped us make the transition to plant-based living and healthy eating. The article is HERE. List of ingredients: 2 cups […]
Would you like to get away, but don’t know how you can afford it? Is it one of those ideas that is planned haphazardly because of insufficient funds or a complete lack of funds? A family vacation is a great bonding time, and it is a time that will be cherished and remembered as some […]
If you would have suggested a little over a year ago that I would give up my weekly steak, fish or chicken I would have said, CRAZY! Yet over the last nine months I have evolved to become not just a vegetarian but a very satisfied totally plant based consumer. That’s right, I am Vegan. […]
To ensure that I’m not wasting any produce (or money), I like to combine whatever I’ve got left at the end of the week (http://writtenfyi.com/healthy-eating-recipe/) into prepared meals such as vegetable soups or primavera sauces to go over pasta. I call them my “cleaning-out-the-fridge” recipes and they are seldom exactly the same because the remaining […]
This recipe is quick and delicious! It’s a perfect casual meal. My husband says, “Who needs meat when we can fix meals like this!” This recipe can be doubled easily for larger families. List of ingredients: ½ medium onion – chopped 1 package of vegetarian-style “meat-less” crumbles 1 12 ounce can organic tomato sauce 1 […]
Eating a vegan diet is now a permanent part of our lifestyle. Over the last nine months, we have fully transitioned away from eating foods that contain meat and dairy. However, it hasn’t always been that way. These dietary changes took time and dedication. Even though the ultimate goal was for health reasons, there were […]
This salad is one of our weekly favorites because it’s delicious and oh so quick to prepare when we’re just getting home from work. There are only five main ingredients but it makes a healthy and filling meal. List of ingredients: 2 15 oz cans of black beans – rinsed 2 cups fresh or frozen […]