Michelangelo Buonarroti quote: dangerous aim
“The greater danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.” — Michelangelo Buonarroti Aim High!
Mark Twain quote: Explore. Dream. Discover.
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than the things you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” — Mark Twain
Napoleon Hill quote: Do not wait
“Do not wait; the time will never be ‘just right.’ Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.” — Napoleon Hill
Cajun Black Beans Crockpot Recipe
When my children prepared a Cajun meal as a school project, we modified our tried-and-true Mexican bean recipe to create this Cajun bean recipe. A strict Paleo diet does not include beans. However, if the beans are soaked before cooking, they are much more digestible. [1] Dr. William Davis recommends eating beans in moderation because…
Improve sleep quality with DIY herbal eye pillow
Common sense tells us that our most restful sleep occurs when it is dark. But is your bedroom dark enough to promote deep sleep? Many of us have more light pollution exposure than we realize. Numerous articles have been written discussing the benefits of sleeping in absolute darkness. The more your sleep is disrupted…
Quote: Proverbs 46:10
“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
Best Ever Crockpot Red Chili Recipe For a Crowd
Delicious Red Chili = Comfort Food! What I love best about fall is the cool weather and the delightful soups and stews that become frequent entrees at our table. Since my family now has a consistent source for grass-fed beef, I am adjusting the seasonings in our tried-and-true recipes so the stronger beef flavor does…
Jim Rohn quote: You must take personal responsibility
“You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself. That is something you have charge of.” — Jim Rohn
Pat Riley quote: commitment
Life has been hectic this week, so I will once again post a favorite quote. “There are only two options regarding commitment. You’re either in or out. There’s no such thing as a life in-between.” — Pat Riley
Brain-boosting Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint oil has been used for centuries all around the world. A short list of peppermint oil benefits includes: freshens breath [1,2,3] improves focus [1,5,6] boosts energy [1] I love the refreshing taste of one or two drops of peppermint oil in a glass of water. But my favorite peppermint beverage was inspired by…