Author Archives: Espirational

Healthy Living A to Z: P is for Portion Control

It is possible to eat too much, even eating healthy food. These are two tips for controlling portions I use. Plate size can help control how much you eat. If your dinner plates are very large, try using a salad plate. You can still have a full plate, while consuming less. Remember meals still needContinue reading “Healthy Living A to Z: P is for Portion Control”

July Follower of the Month: Ute from Ute Smile

Our follower of the month is Ute from Ute Smile.  I loved what she sent.  If you follow her blog you will know how much this reflects her joyful personality. If you don’t know Ute please stop by and visit.  She’ll be glad to see you. This is me: The purpose of our lives isContinue reading “July Follower of the Month: Ute from Ute Smile”

Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: Cantaloupe Sunrise

This smoothie with a mild flavor of cantaloupe and strawberries makes a good breakfast. So, how healthy is this smoothie? As an orange fruit, cantaloupe is high in beta carotene. [Source: The World’s Healthiest Foods http://www.whfoods.com] Strawberries are high in antioxidants and there is current research looking into possible anti-inflammatory properties. [Source: healthfood-guide.com] Ingredients; 2Continue reading “Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: Cantaloupe Sunrise”

“Callie’s Campfire” Update

  We seem to have found the source of Callie’s discomfort. Thank you to everyone for your input on this.  She was missing some of “her stuff.”  While everything that is hers moved with us it was not all out.  She had her essentials, including toys.   However I had not yet found places for her shelter bedContinue reading ““Callie’s Campfire” Update”