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Coconut Oil for the Body and Soul

February 6, 2012

I love using coconut oil in the kitchen.  I use it all the time in place of butter or vegetable oil to make delights like scrambled eggs, mac and cheese and grilled cheese.  At first when I started to substitute coconut oil for butter, John thought I was a little crazy (maybe I am!) but [...]

Pampering present

March 28, 2011

I arrived home today from a low impact workout at the gym (I’m trying out the elliptical and arc trainer) to be greeted by a large brown box on my front steps.  I was intrigued by what could be inside, as I haven’t order anything in a little while.  I immediately came inside and opened [...]

Get your toes ready for sandals

March 24, 2011

Technically, it is spring according to the calendar, but from the look of the snow flakes falling again outside I have to wonder if “mother nature” received the memo!  On a budget, I’m always finding ways to treat myself at the end of a busy day without breaking the bank.  One great thing to get [...]