Health + Wellness

Few people are immune from the holiday trinity of overspending, overindulging, and over scheduling. But for introverts who get their energy by spending quiet time alone, the pace of the holiday season can be exceedingly draining. Introverts are not anti social. In fact, you would probably be surprised...

Fall is officially here! Especially with the last few days of brisk, cool weather! If there's one thing that says fall... it's pumpkins! Pumpkin lattes, pumpkin bread, pumpkin cheesecake. Of course Publix has rows of perfectly aligned pumpkin purée striping...

This quote popped up on my Facebook newsfeed today: IF YOU WAIT LONG ENOUGH TO MAKE DINNER, EVERYONE WILL JUST EAT CEREAL. IT'S SCIENCE* At my house you can substitute "cinnamon toast" or "a bagel with cream cheese" for "cereal" and BAM! you...

So many times I have heard this remark from friends and family: “Give yourself a break. You deserve it!” But how does a deep-thinking, over-booked, over-worked, exhausted, perfectionist single mother work up the courage and give herself the time to...

Pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes, but you mostly see them the traditional fall colors like orange, white, and green. Until now! You may start seeing your neighbors' stoops donning a teal pumpkin this Halloween and many parents...

After getting back in the school routine, there is still nothing more stressful than the return to the dreaded homework. It can be a nightly battle centered around completing those after-school assignments. But does it have to be? I can...

  Farmer’s Markets – If you’re looking for a fun weekend outing for your family, visit one of the many farmers markets we have here in Central Florida! There are several to choose from and at least one happening every...

I'm a random girl with a crazy life and a brain that rarely shuts down. I need things in my life that are not only easy to do, but worth my time and attention (which is rather limited!). Below...

Are you expecting a summer baby? Getting outside for a workout is probably NOT on your to-do list. Believe me, I feel you! Since Baby #2 is just a few weeks away...I've put together a few of my favorite fitness moves to stay toned,...

Jamba Juice is expanding in Orlando, with two new stores opening this month. Jamba Juice brings you a rich tradition of a wide variety of nutritious and freshly prepared offerings that are wholesome and healthy – and convenient! Their Locations: The Florida...

Watermelon season is in full swing, here in Florida.  Trucks filled to the brim on the side of the road and market displays are stacked high.  How do you pick the right one? Picking perfect sweet and juicy treat can...

This is a compilation of a few glute exercises that the moms at Baby Boot Camp love!  We all know that as the belly grew rounder in pregnancy, the booty grew too. Or flattened. Or drooped. Or...well, let's just say...

Are you a foodie with a taste for the finest ingredients known to man mixed with local flair and pizzazz?  Well, then, I have the place for you.  If you haven't heard of the latest and greatest in the...

Two years ago,  I was in search of an activity my teenage daughter and I could experience together. We rented paddle boards in New Symrna Beach on a perfect Florida Spring day. As we paddled through the mangrove canals...

One of our favorite traditions every spring is to go blueberry picking at Southern Hill Farms in Clermont.  We had our first experience there last year and couldn't wait to go back.  Just a short 25 minute drive from...