Happy Saturday! I am feeling great after exercising and reaching goals 6 days straight. This makes me feel so good mentally. I must confess the exercise is more for the mind. The body is the second benefit for me exercising. This has been a very busy week. The real estate world has been keeping me busy, along with all my permits. Not complaining, just very thankful for … [Read more...]
The Gilded Age HBO – Verdict is still out
If you are a fan of Julian Fellowes or Downton Abbey, you know how he creates masterful pieces. I stumbled across this new series created by Julian Fellowes and to my surprise has a A-list cast. The history of the show reads like a soap opera, but a juicy one. Originally this was planned as a prequel to Downton Abbey. This must have been music to the ears of the legions of … [Read more...]
Amazon Prime: Reacher Series
The Amazon Prime studio team has done a fabulous job with the new Reacher Series. The series is on Amazon Prime Video and it does not disappoint. The series stars the following actors: Alan Ritchson, Malcolm Goodwin, Willa Fitzgerald. It was a refreshing pleasant surprise that I had never heard of the leading actors and I loved their work. The series is based on the novel The … [Read more...]
Juicing and Exercise does the body good
Juicing is great for the body. Using a Nutribullet, Magic Bullet, Nutri Ninja or other juicer can make this affordable and convenient at home. Personally, I have been using a Nutribullet and a nut milk bag to make my morning or evening juice. My favorite juice to start the day is Celery Juice. Never wanting anything to stay the same, I switch it up sometimes by adding … [Read more...]
Quote: Love and Giving – Robert Stevenson
“You can give without loving, but you can never love without giving.” - Robert Louis Stevenson (13 November 1850 - 3 December 1894) Robert Louis Stevenson was a famous Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, musician and travel writer. You may be familiar with some of his more famous works such as: Treasure … [Read more...]
WordPress Blog Spotlight: Girl on The Range
I am an ardent supporter of all things Wordpress. I love when I come across a fabulous blog that was built on the wordpress framework. I was really impressed with the blog: Girl on the Range by Food Blogger and Chef Jennifer Fields. The Wordpress theme used by this fabulous blogger is the Divine Theme that is built by the team at restored 316 designs using the Genesis … [Read more...]
Resistance Band Workouts
I have been enjoying using resistance bands to work out lately. It has been awhile since I have been to the gym since the coronovirus Covid 19 pandemic. Thankfully I came across a youtube video using resistance bands for working out, so I grabbed a set online. There are so many different versions to choose from, but I made my choice on an inexpensive set from Amazon. They … [Read more...]
Quote: Success and Fear – Eleanor Roosevelt
Quote: "Do One Thing Everyday that Scares You" Eleanor Roosevelt (October 11, 1884 - November 7, 1962) Anna Eleanor Roosevelt was an American politician, diplomat and activist. Mrs. Roosevelt was the longest-serving First Lady of the United States. She was the wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt and mother of 7 children. She is credited with encouraging the United States to … [Read more...]
Book: A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell
A Simple Favor is a superb first novel by the talented Darcey Bell. The book is captivating with so many plot twists that it will make your head spin. The great thing about the plot twists is that they are so captivating and over the top. You have really give Darcey Bell props for having her first novel turned into a screen play. Yes, A simple favor the novel is the basis … [Read more...]
Celebrating the life of Kate Spade
We recently lost one of my favorite designers, Kate Spade. I am saddened by the loss of such an extraordinary visionary and outstanding designer. She brought so much joy to my life and the life of so many others around the world. Depression is something that society does not seem to handle that well. So many people are suffering and have no outlet and resort to suicide as a … [Read more...]