You know how much I love food and trying new things. I just got to experiment with some infused flavored culinary olive oils from Extravagonzo Foods and they were divine! Extravagonzo Culinary Oils are the perfect synthesis of first cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil and 20% grape seed oil, which is then infused with garlic, red chili, blood oranges, and Meyer … [Read more...] about Extravaganzo Oils Review & Giveaway
How to carve up your Thanksgiving Calories
While the rest of the US is stuffing themselves on Thanksgiving Day, I'll be doing who knows what. This year I'll be home alone, more than likely watch the parade (I say that though I doubt I will since tv isn't near the computer) So in reality, I'll probably go for dark o' clock run, and work... and possibly watch football... who knows... Meanwhile for the rest of … [Read more...] about How to carve up your Thanksgiving Calories
Coulda Woulda Shoulda
Coulda Woulda Shoulda is a form of second-guessing or regret. According to Urban Dictionary, one definition: Meaning that it is of no use to dwell on what should have (shoulda), could have (coulda) or would have (woulda) happened/been done. Said as an attempt to shorten a discussion that focuses on the past, thus providing no solution to an actual problem. “The saddest … [Read more...] about Coulda Woulda Shoulda
Royal Harvest Flax Oil Review & Giveaway
Thanks to Kristin for the opportunity to try Royal Harvest Flax Oil & Meal. I used mine in smoothies (well I did prior to the smoothie maker burning out on me) and in cereal too! even though the oil separates from the cereal and milk, it's still yummy and adds healthy flax oil to my breakfast. While the Royal Harvest Flax site is under construction, you … [Read more...] about Royal Harvest Flax Oil Review & Giveaway
Fat vs Skinny – Anytime Fitness, bloggers, etc.
There's been a lot of hoopla (does anyone really use that word besides me?) over something that recently happened regarding Anytime Fitness and a PR pitch for a book. Now mind you I didn't get all into the conversation on multiple blogs (til now) It's been blogged about by many influential bloggers... I think it started (or at least where I first saw it) with Leah at … [Read more...] about Fat vs Skinny – Anytime Fitness, bloggers, etc.
Fitspo Friday – Jenn Givler
Friday again... Time for Fitspo Friday Where I feature a person who is inspiring in the fitness/weight/health field. I've known Jenn Givler for years now! She's inspirational in more ways than just fitness, yoga and weight. Jenn is an excellent friend and has accomplished so much... Q: Have you always lived a healthy fit lifestyle? Most of my life, I was a … [Read more...] about Fitspo Friday – Jenn Givler
Bottlehood Sushi Plate Review & Giveaway & reader discount
Thanks Rachel for the wine bottle sushi plate to review. These sushi plates are made from wine bottles and create a reclaimed perfectly curved glass dish. Ideal for sushi! If you click the image to see it bigger, you can see the detail better of this great repurposed wine bottle plate. I love my sushi dish and use it for more than just sushi... pretty much … [Read more...] about Bottlehood Sushi Plate Review & Giveaway & reader discount
Thankful Thursday
In the right now I'm thankful for... you...my readers, my friends, my followers my health (even the stinking migraine I've had for what seems forever) the roof over my head and so many other things.... Things I'm thankful for that haven't happened yet... I'd be grateful for any help with my daughters fundraiser for color guard (for the same price as a tall peppermint … [Read more...] about Thankful Thursday
Surf Angel -a must have children’s interactive story via iTunes
I need your help everyone (sorry..this one's easy and it's for a great young woman who Cystic Fibrosis. She's the author of this awesome interactive app.) It's so amazing and the author is the daughter of a good friend of mine. Here's the Press Release and how you can order. We're trying to get 125 copies sold by midnight this evening (11/17) (sorry for such short notice … [Read more...] about Surf Angel -a must have children’s interactive story via iTunes
Wellness Wednesday – tips on handling holiday stress
With the holidays quickly approaching people are planning big elaborate meals, shopping trips and trying to squeeze everything into short amounts of time. Stress comes easily, especially during the holidays... financial, time, weight, health... Everything starts spinning like you're on a merry go round and can't get off... What are you going to do this year to not get … [Read more...] about Wellness Wednesday – tips on handling holiday stress








