Feb

19

Crazy, Sexy Juices & Smoothies

Food / Health


Here’s to continuing the Valentine love fest with a different kind of crazy, sexy love…The kind of love that will make you happier, healthier and sexier than you’ve ever felt before.

If you’re intrigued by juicing and smoothies, but not sure where to start, Kris Carr (the wellness warrior, who after being diagnosed with untreatable Stage 4 cancer, has juiced her way to a vibrant health)  has just released an e-book, “Crazy Sexy Juices & Succulent Smoothies.”

I appreciate Kris’s insight because it’s always grounded in science.  This new book is sure to answer any question you could possibly have, including:

  • the difference between juicing and blending
  • how to decide what works for you
  • which juicer or blender to buy
  • how to ease greens in your diet without gagging….and much more.

I basically follow Kris’s recipe she demos on ABC’s The Revolution here.

My friend Susan helped me make my first green juice last Summer and I’ve been hooked ever since.

The hardest part of juicing for me is the clean-up. Susan told me to place a plastic produce bag in the juicer to catch all of the debris before starting, then you can just remove it and toss it. One less part to clean. After having to clean the juicer everyday, you start to appreciate every time-saver you can get.

Take care (and drink your veggies… it will help reduce sugar cravings, make your skin glow and get your digestive system in proper order.)

 

 

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Feb

17

Just finished the Superhero Photo course…

Creativity / Mindset

I just finished the 6-week Superhero Photo course. While I didn’t participate as much as I’d have liked, it did leave me more inclined to take my camera everywhere and more aware of what catches my eye throughout the day.

capturing the sunrise through the window...

I have enough exercises, technical tips and inspirational insight to last me for awhile. The only thing holding me back is getting more familiar with my camera, which of course just takes practice… the answer to pretty much anything worthwhile.

pretty little flowers in an ugly bush

Thank you Andrea, for sharing your gift with us through this course. Andrea Sher is the co-author of Expressive Photography: The Shutter Sisters Guide to Shooting from the Heart.  She specializes in helping people (even the non-pros) capture life’s precious moments, with whatever camera you have.

sunday mornings, sleeping in (my favorite picture)

Remember, it doesn’t matter what creative project you choose…. photography, cooking, singing, piano, knitting or basket weaving. Creativity keeps you connected to your heart, to life, to love. It keeps you looking for beauty and in a loving mindset.

What’s inspiring you right now?

Take care,

Denese

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Feb

14

Want to be a better lover?

Mindset

Be the best at loving yourself… and get some sleep!

Take a few moments for yourself before you connect with your significant other at the end of the day. Do whatever you need to do. Meditate. Take a bath. Go for a walk. Stop alongside the road and breathe some fresh air. Read a sweet card or inspiring message. Listen to a song. Stare at a picture that sparks good memories…

Whatever transitions you, puts you in a softer, tender, more loving place… Even if they’re not in that place when you (or they) get home, they’ll get there quicker if you’ve led the way.

According to Alison Armstrong of Understanding Men and Women, the most important thing women (and probably men) can do to boost their libido is get some sleep. She says it’s the #1 aphrodisiac for women.

This makes sense considering our tendency to over-commit, then crash, running our adrenal glands into the ground. Our adrenals regulate our response to stress. When we live in stress mode, they can’t keep up, leaving us with dark circles under eyes, that tired but wired feeling, craving sweets, and virtually no libido.

photo via Etsy

 

p.s. If you’d like to give a little extra sweetness, pour your heart into making these  mini- Almond Joys. Wrap them in pretty paper and savor them together.

photo via Lisa Thiele on Pinterest

 

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Take care (and get some sleep),

Denese

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