Still no snow….I don’t think we are gonna have a White Christmas, but we did have a successful launch from the Cape.
AND DON’T FORGET MY SHOP (ABOVE) OR THE OTHER ONE AT ETSY (https://www.etsy.com/shop/DragonLaire?ref=hdr_shop_menu)
JUST GOT THE TREE YESTERDAY AND GOT THE LIGHTS ON SO FAR…It’s a Michigan Tree.
I’M MOVING IT TO A STONE CIRCLE SO I CAN HAVE MY TREE BEFORE I GO THROUGH
AND FIND JAMIE
I thought with the holidays we might look at what we can eat to keep us healthy during the hustle and craziness during the holidays
For FIBER AND FLUIDS:
Pears, baby carrots, celery, Kiwi fruit, string beans, apples and red bell pepper slices.
For PROTIEN
Almonds, hummus, almond butter, walnuts, low-fat cheese, Peanut butter and Greek yogurt
Use one from each group for a snack (i.e. apple slice; with a dollop of peanut butter.) Or try to stick to these which may be available at party snacks. (www.Prevention.com)
AVOID: The not so obvious
Baked Potato Chips (substitute popcorn with the crunch but also fiber and fewer calories)
Gummy Fruit Snacks (Substitute fresh or dried helps prevent cancer and are loaded with immune-boosting antioxidants).
Light Ice Cream (substitute soy or coconut milk ice cream with fewer calories)
Diet Soda (Substitute flavored seltzer water not only free of calories but artificial sweeteners as well)
Low-Fat Cookies (Substitute Oatmeal cookies when you have a craving you get whole grain)
MAINTAIN OR START AN EXERCISE PROGRAM OVER THE HOLIDAYS
Tests done at Washington University School of Medicine found that sugary foods can cause the blood vessels to lose their elasticity and can increase the rate of heart disease over time. They also found that moerate-intensity cardio exercise program could help alleviate this issue.
CONTOL Your Choices
At parties stick to the plain fruits and vegetables and legumes..
Don’t starve yourself to cut down on your intake for the day before the party, you’ll just eat more and defeat your whole purpose.
Eat slowly, savoring each bite and take a 20 minute break before returning for more food–it takes that long for fullness to register.
If you feel hungry try a cup of coffee or tea (sugarless) as caffeine inhibits the appetite.
and now the Christmas feature: Looking for the gift for the gift difficult person
TODAY: WIND & WEATHER (www.windandweather.com)
FIRST A LITTLE ADDITION TO YOUR DECOR FOR THE HOLIDAYS
New! Hand-Knitted Stuffed Wool Lamb
Pet Gift Set with Snack Launcher and Laser Toy
Give your coffee table or countertops a touch of retro style with our Repurposed Record Coasters. A workshop in England has trimmed down genuine 78 rpm records from 1959 or earlier into rugged coasters backed with durable English felt.
Handcrafted Beaded Cat Bird Feeder
Dragon Garden Sculpture With Solar Globe
Shut The Box Echoes an antique, felt-lined sea-chest, this English pub game sets a merry-old tone as soon as the box is open. One player rolls the dice and lays down the matching, numbered tiles until there are no more matches. Lay down all the tiles and “shut the box!” for the win
THERE’S LOTS OF STUFF IN MY SHOP TOO https://www.etsy.com/shop/DragonLaire?ref=hdr_shop_menu
From home to home and heart to heart from one place to another. The warmth and joy of Christmas, bring us closer to each other.