The big Thanksgiving feast is almost here and that means lots and lots of food. Turkey and dressing, stuffing, green bean casserole and pumpkin pie. It all sounds so good, and it is, but you’ve been on a diet; you’re losing weight and seeing some great results. Are you afraid … [Read more...] about 13 Tips to Stick to Your Diet This Thankgiving
SheCon Exp 2012 Experience Part 3: Being at Disney
This article was originally published at Two Savvy Sisters which is no longer active. Melrose and I attended SheCon Expo 2012 in Orlando Florida. Read part one on the conference and sponsors and part two on conference events. We've attended several blog conferences but … [Read more...] about SheCon Exp 2012 Experience Part 3: Being at Disney
A Story of Diabetes Type 2
Both my parents, a grandmother, my sister, uncles and cousins all have been diagnosed. Who knows how many were impacted and never diagnosed. I've been battling a rising HG1AC for the past couple of years and it's not looking promising. My sister has been documenting her … [Read more...] about A Story of Diabetes Type 2
Stuff the Bird with Wild Rice
Did you know that wild rice isn’t a grain? It’s the seed from a marsh grass that was once a staple in Native American diets. Wild rice is naturally gluten-free but be careful when buying boxed wild rice mixes. Wild rice is extremely nutritious with nearly twice the protein and … [Read more...] about Stuff the Bird with Wild Rice
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: The Stigma Cancer
Lung Cancer struck both my father and my husband's. One survived and one didn't. When you mention lung cancer a lot of people seem to blame the victim. The first question is "was he a smoker". If you answer affirmatively in any way, it seems like compassion went out the … [Read more...] about Lung Cancer Awareness Month: The Stigma Cancer