Don’t Leave Home Without: Travel Essentials

If you’re like me, I’m always looking for what’s going to make my travels more comfortable so it’s all around a more enjoyable experience.  Here are a few items I don’t leave home without: A year or so ago, I started using honey and baking soda as my face wash.  I’ve never really had any skin problems such as acne, blotchy or discoloration. Full disclosure: … Continue reading Don’t Leave Home Without: Travel Essentials

Let’s Eat: Breakfast Cookie Recipe

I imagine our conversation going something a little like this: You: “Cookies for breakfast?” travelwithct: “You bet!” You: “Where do I sign up?” travelwithct: “Read on, my friend!” I’m really excited to share this recipe with you. I love cookies!  So when I stumbled upon the combination of something healthy with something delicious, I gave it a try.  And now, I share it with you. Here … Continue reading Let’s Eat: Breakfast Cookie Recipe

Dignity Restored

When I first realized that my father was an alcoholic, I have to admit, I didn’t fully grasp what that meant.  As time passed, the revelation of what an alcoholic is, how an alcoholic functions, and the choices an alcoholic makes began to show it’s true colors.  It wasn’t until I was much older that I came head to head with confronting the effects of … Continue reading Dignity Restored

Health & Beauty: No Sugar, No Gluten, No Starch

Can you imagine what life would be like if you cut out processed sugars, gluten, and starches from your diet? Simply uttering the words “no sugar” is a tough one to fathom. Add to that “no gluten” and “no starches” and the horizon looks rather bleak. However, I’m here to offer words of insight, hope, encouragement, and whatever else is needed to help you understand … Continue reading Health & Beauty: No Sugar, No Gluten, No Starch