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Archives: January2010

• Soulful Sunday–”Life Is Like A Cup of Coffee” Inspirational Video

  I came across this video yesterday and couldn’t think of a better way to honor Soulful Sunday. Make the best of your Sunday and the week ahead. Savor every moment with your whole heart and soul–you’ll soon discover that it’s truly a bellisima life!

• Simply Saturday–An Inspirational Video

  My mentor, Deb Roffe, of Summit Life Coaching, came across this video. As I watched it, I felt my heart expand and my mind soar. May you be equally moved and inspired! Have a bellisima weekend!

• Footprint Friday–Bellisima Green Challenge: Fair Trade Coffee and More

  Do you love that morning cup of java? Whether you brew your coffee at home or stop at a local coffee shop, please consider supporting Fair Trade as you decide what to purchase:
  According to Green America, Fair Trade is a system of exchange that honors producers, communities, consumers, and the environment. It is a [...]

• Tasty Thursday–Bellisima Cucina: Nutty Sweet Potato Soup

  This winter, I’ve been enjoying sweet potatoes prepared in a variety of ways. Here is a recipe that warms the body and the soul. Even the fussiest of eaters might enjoy the “sweetness” of this yummy soup! Bon apetito!
  NUTTY SWEET POTATO SOUP
  Created by Ellie Krieger, Food Network
  Makes 6 (1-1/2 cup) servings
  Prep Time: 10 minutes
  Cook [...]

• Wellness Wednesday–The Five Absolute Worst Foods You Can Eat

  According to Dr. Mercola, there are five foods that are the absolute worst ones to put into our bodies. As background, Dr. Mercola is an osteopathic physician, board certified in family medicine, who is passionate about empowering people to take control of their health using solely natural means. He is considered an expert in natural [...]

• Intuitive Tuesday–A Quote

  “You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition. What you’ll discover will be wonderful. What you’ll discover is yourself.” Alan Alda

• Simply Saturday–Be The Change That You Want to See!

  I just watched this video on a friend’s blog. It was so powerful that I needed to share it! It says it all and echoes the sentiments of one of the quotes I hold closest to my heart, “We must be the change we wish to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi

• Footprint Friday–Bellisima Green Challenge: What Are Phthalates and What to Do About Them?

  In December 2009, I promised I would blog about another group of chemicals, phthalates.
  According to EWG, “Phthalates (pronounced “THAL-ates”) are a group of chemical “plasticizers” that are used in a huge variety of consumer products, from PVC pipes to perfume. With billions of pounds produced annually, phthalates are everywhere. They’re even in the indoor [...]

• Wellness Wednesday–To Live a Long Life

  On Wednesday, I attended the funeral of a man who had lived a relatively long life into his 80’s. He had been diagnosed with cancer some years ago and went on living beyond what the doctors expected. Up until his last day, he maintained his sense of humor and even his smile. He seemed to [...]

• Soulful Sunday–Save the Eagles Day!

  Today, January 10, 2010, is Save the Eagles Day. As someone who resides on a street named for this most amazing bird of prey, the eagle is near and dear to my heart!
  The Bald Eagle, the United States’ national bird and symbol, was near extinction in the latter part of the 20th Century, but as [...]