About a week ago I closed a blog with a line about milk and promised more to come. So here's more! Interestingly enough, while many health professionals still believe cow's milk builds strong bones and muscles and the food pyramid still recommends several glasses a day, (as one way to fill the dairy requirements) there is a rapidly growing army of individuals, including many … [Read more...] about Got Milk?
vegan thursday
Bomb Diggity
What started as 3 laps in the pool back in June, has turned into a swimming workout. Yesterday I swam 30 laps after finishing my work day. Felt great and it's very comical to have Blaze with me running from one end of the pool to the other, with almost every lap I swim. Actually, yesterday was the first time he laid down after a few laps and just watched. He definitely … [Read more...] about Bomb Diggity
Icy Joe
Welcome to my current love affair--with -- Iced Coffee! Before I drank decaf, I had more than enough hot coffee to even think about a cold cup. But since I transitioned to decaf, I find I don't drink as much in the morning, and the other day I decided to try mixing mostly coffee with some almond milk over a lot of ice and was very pleasantly surprised with how delicious and … [Read more...] about Icy Joe
The Boys in the Band
Tonight the boys in the bands are back in town for vegan feast Thursday. I am excited to hear their stories about their 5 shows that took them to Georgia, the Carolinas, Virginia and Philly. In speaking with Derek briefly last night, he told me a disheartening story of them getting pulled over in Virginia for going 72 in a 60 mile and hour speed zone. Apparently the police … [Read more...] about The Boys in the Band
Let There be Peace–and Falafel!
I must first and foremost thank my SilverSneakers students for being some of the most awesome people I have in my life. Your generosity, kind spirit, open minds, experience and caring hearts make my work, play! Yesterday was a wonderful day at the gym, thanks to you. Thanks to Sheila for the constant gifts of fruits from your trees. This week adorably sweet mangos, … [Read more...] about Let There be Peace–and Falafel!