Life is Just a Bowl of (Very Healthy) Cherries

Life is Just a Bowl of (Very Healthy) Cherries

Way back in 1931, Ethel Merman made the song, “Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries” very popular by singing it in the Broadway Revue, Scandals of 1931. Since then, it has been covered by artists such as Doris Day, Judy Garland, and Johnny Mathis. 

Shrove Tuesday is Coming…Don’t Forget to Eat Your Pancakes

Shrove Tuesday is Coming…Don’t Forget to Eat Your Pancakes

As we all know, religious holidays or observances are celebrated or honored different ways in different countries and/or across faiths and those associated with Lent and Easter are no different.  Shrove Tuesday, the day prior to Ash Wednesday, has two nicknames depending upon where you’re 

Fake it ‘til You Make it: How to Think Like a Thin Person.

Fake it ‘til You Make it: How to Think Like a Thin Person.

OK, you might not currently be classified as a thin person, but that should, in no way, preclude you from thinking like one.  In fact, research has shown that it will assist you in becoming one with a little patience and re-configuring how you think 

Six Things You Didn’t Know About the Summer Solstice

Six Things You Didn’t Know About the Summer Solstice

And I don’t mean things like what or when it is (which I’ll reveal shortly…like right now).  The reason we have seasons is due to the fact that the earth is tilted 23.5 degrees on its axis.  In other words, if you ran a line 

America’s Cornucopia of Summer Fruits and Veggies

America’s Cornucopia of Summer Fruits and Veggies

I think sometimes we forget the sheer variety of fruits and veggies produced by this “great” (sorry, I’ve always thought of U.S. as great) country.  But given its massive size and varying climates, it should come as no surprise that America produces quite a cornucopia 

Summer Bonding Activities with the Grandkids

Summer Bonding Activities with the Grandkids

In writing these blogs, my wonderful editor simply suggests a topic and then leaves the rest to me (which, more often than not, usually works out fine).  For example, for the post you’re currently enjoying, the topic was “Bored?  Great ideas for shaking up the 

Apps: From Useful to Fun to Plain Creepy

Apps: From Useful to Fun to Plain Creepy

I must admit, when I was assigned this topic my relatively advanced age clouded my thinking especially given that this blog appears on a food delivery site.  I immediately began thinking of and searching for the most delicious appetizers out there.  I actually began to 

The Secret Behind Your Cravings for Unhealthy Snacks

The Secret Behind Your Cravings for Unhealthy Snacks

Most people associate cravings with pregnant women…you know, pickles dipped in peanut butter or cookie dough and mustard.  However, we all tend to have cravings from time to time and research suggests that these cravings are caused by a mineral or vitamin deficiency within our 

The Joys(?) of Comfort Food

The Joys(?) of Comfort Food

So, when my awesome MagicKitchen.com boss gave me this topic, I must admit that I thought there wasn’t much to it.  Boy was I wrong.  It turns out that the phenomenon known as “comfort food” has been the subject of numerous psychological, sociological and physiological 

October: National Financial Planning Month…Who Knew?

October: National Financial Planning Month…Who Knew?

Yes, the designation of October as National Financial Planning Month could be a contrived creation foisted upon us by certified financial planners (to a cynic like myself).  Regardless, it’s still a good time to make or review financial plans for your future.  After all, it