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Celebrating 50 Magical Years at Walt Disney World!!!
Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Milestones like turning 50 are amazing markers of resilience, growth and an abundance of memories. And no one quite does celebrating in extravagance like Disney!! Since opening it’s doors in the early 1970’s Disney World has stood the test of time, expanded it’s offerings and continued to shock and amaze all who venture through the magical markers stating it’s the “The most magical place on earth”. Ace at Hollywood Studios!! While many doubted the scuccess of Disney world back in the 50’s and 60’s when Walt Disney was trying to buy up land for an amazing world of wonder in the middle of swampland and not…
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Spruce up your home or Office with Spring Cleaning!
It’s that time of year when you want to peel off those layers of clothing and let yourself feel the spring sun warmth on your skin. Along with shedding the scarfs and sweaters make sure to shed your unwanted clutter and deep clean your house or office! Late March or early April is the perfect time to dust off those high touch areas above lighting and drapes and clear out the smoke and dust of vents and fireplaces in order to feel a deep fresh clean. Allow the new spring air to permeate your home by getting rid of old items that just take up space. Donate them to goodwill…
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Get swept away with the Splendor of the Sea!
A few health benefits of being near large bodies of water… Research has increasingly highlighted the therapeutic benefits of being near the Ocean or large bodies of water. Some of the strong points include: -Relaxing sounds of the waves provide a subconsious comforting effect. -Studies show that people who live near a coast of any sort, tend to get outdoors and excercise more. -It has been said that breathing sea air helps you sleep better! -Salt water is nature’s skin care. -Being near large bodies of water makes people happier according to Science Direct Journal. So if you are looking to decrease your stress, improve the look of your skin,…
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Appreciating your surroundings…
Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California Even when you are smack dab in the middle of what is supposed to be the grandiose prize, sometimes it’s a great idea to step back and look at your total surroundings to appreciate the grandeur of all around you. For example, one of our most amazing trips, was a surprise stop at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Fransisco. During our amazing weekend, we parked not far from the humongouse red structure and marveld in awe and it’s sheer size. We stopped nearby at the National Recreation Area Quick Fun Facts about the Golden Gate Bridge: The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension…
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!This Shake Really ShamROCKS!!
It’s March & there is definitely some madness in The Loft Kitchen. Not basketball this time though. No, it’s time for our Annual Shamrock Shake Fest!!! Something the boys start looking forward to in February, just as their Valentines Day sugar comas are wearing off. We like to mix it up together and see who can come up the most creative entry each year, but for all you Shake Club first timers out there, here is a simple and quick recipe that will deliver all the boys to your yard….(if that’s what your looking for). INGREDIENTS: (for each shake you plan on shaking) DIRECTIONS:
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What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?!
And Do I Have It??? There areso many of us who seem fall into a slump or mini malaise every year around the same time? For some, it is related to holiday blues or bad memories relating to personal circumstance. And there are others who simply have no other way to describe their moody blues but to the changing of the weather. Ever since I was young, I felt like I had a special kinship with the sun. I fell in love with the way it warmed my skin and caused everything to have a golden glow. The Sun along with large bodies of water have always had an unusual…
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Happy Birthday Marian “Mern” Stepter!!!
Happy Birthday to My Big Sis, Gaurdian Angel and My Mern!!! Love you and just like a fine wine, you keep getting better with time!
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Cabbage Soup Appeal
It’s that time of year when the snow is still visible on the ground but everyone is anxiously awaiting groundhog Puxatony Phil’s reaction to his shadow. Spring is just around the corner and that means bikini and beach season! With that being said, some of us are steadfast with our new year’s resolutions and others of us are deciding when to give them another try. Before diving right into spring and summertime training mode, I love to ease into my seasonal physical and health training with cabbage soup! It’s been a tried and true go -to for my family for years! I can remember my mother making it when she…
Holiday Rising
