January 2009

How Enlightened Are You? A test…

by Leisa on January 9, 2009

Well. . . If you can live without caffeine or nicotine; If you can be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains; If you can resist complaining; If you can understand when loved ones are too busy to give you any time; If you can take criticism and blame without resentment; If you can ignore friends’ limited
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Perspectives on Weight Loss

by Leisa on January 7, 2009

In this post I wanted to highlight two different views and approaches to weight loss, both of which I have a lot respect for.  I think you will enjoy the contrast, and if you are struggling with your weight – you will find a lot of value in what these people have to say. I’ve written before on this
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When it comes to health there is always a new superstar food, supplement, herb or drink that is touted to cure cancer, reverse aging, prevent heart disease and pay off your mortgage (OK, I made that last one up – but hang on – some of those MLM companies DO claim that!!). I always keep
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The Corporation

by Leisa on January 3, 2009

I just finished watching a great documentary called The Corporation, and even though it has been out for a while, this was my first viewing of it. I can highly recommend it to anyone that has an interest in why the world is the way it is, and how we got into this mess (environment,
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The Missing Element of Celebration

by Leisa on January 1, 2009

Happy New Year everyone! It is New Years Day, and even though I know a lot of the population are tired and nursing hang-overs from last night’s celebrations, that is far from the picture in our house 🙂  I must be getting old! but anything past 9.30pm is past my bedtime, and alcohol just makes
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