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I am a 30something trying to make a positive difference in this messed up world.
I am a mommy and wife to a wonderful family.
I work part time as a massage therapist,

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Politics, News & Issues > Energy Issues Anticipating a life without oil: 3 of 33
Anticipating? How about I am praying and praying that our dependence on oil will end within the next decade. The science is here, we just need to implement it. We can go solar. We can harness the wind. We can even run our cars on, electric, veggie oil or hydrogen power.What about plastic? Well, what about it? We don't need pe... More..
Health & Fitness > Vitamins & Dietary Supplements Benefits of taking vitamins with food: 5 of 20
Fresh fruit and veggies are under attack!Produce is picked before it's ripe, then gassed to "ripen" it, and finally waxed. What on Earth are we thinking? Produce gets nutrients from ripening on the vine. Growing crops conventionally with the use of pesticides, herbicides and chemical based fertilizers lowers the nutrient cont... More..
Style & Beauty > Skin Care (Other) Beginner's guide to tipping at the spa: 1 of 4
To tip or not to tip, that is the question.As a licensed massage therapist, I am delighted when left a tip. As a rule of thumb I do not take tips from 1st time clients if they are local. I, instead, ask them to hand out my business card to a few friends if they truly loved my service.There are no real rules set about tipping ... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Care ONE Group organic products: 1 of 1
ONE Group ~ Outstanding Business ModelMy journey with organics has been long and educational. Through the years I've learned that not all organics are created equal. And not all certified organics are created equal either. I knew that one day there would be a ripple that would turn into a wave. With all the companies out ther... More..
Food & Drink > Restaurant Recommendations Restaurant recommendations: Food and Thought, Naples, FL: 1 of 1
Food and ThoughtThe areas only Certified Organic Market and CafeAddress:Gateway Plaza(TGI Fridays/Starbucks intersection of Goldengate and 41)2132 Tamiami Trl NNaples, FL 34102Phone: (239) 213-2222Web: www.Foodandthought.comStepping into the quaint and local favorite is like entering heaven. Frank Oakes, owner, has made every... More..
Style & Beauty > Skin & Body (Other) How a massage can benefit your overall health: 1 of 1
Healing and indulgence at its deepest, finest, most healing level of purity can be achieved in the form of massage. Mind, body, and soul unite into one mesmerizing, entrancing rhythm. The gentle glides and deep holds on pressure points ignite a spark within. Massage as a whole can help in these areas: Reduce stress, increase ... More..
Food & Drink > Food & Drink (Other) Food packaging and waste: 5 of 9
I agree with the author that started this topic. Packaging is out of hand. I prefer bulk bins. I do not like the pre-packaged, image driven hoop-la that runs amok in in the isles.I was not brought up in a home of eco-awareness. I am naturally pulled that way. I guess being green is a part of your true identity, and not always... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips Nutrition: How to stay healthy while pregnant: 6 of 10
Feels like you are eating for three, not two when pregnant. I felt like I was constantly shoveling food down my throat just to keep up with the demands of proper nutrition. 100grams of Protein, fiber to help stay regular, enough calories to make it through the day; it was an uphill battle.Stay away from additives and artifici... More..
Travel > Travel Planning & Advice A visitor's guide to Florida's best destination spas: 3 of 5
Would you travel across the country just to take a nap? The guests at the Ritz Carlton, Naples, Fl are doing just that.As a massage therapist, I am always looking for new ways to treat my clients. Yesterday, I was reading our local "hoity toity" magazine. It's basically a who's who among the rich in our town and their galas p... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition Tips How to gain weight safely: 8 of 12
You wouldn't call an overweight person "fat" to their face, right? Then why is it ok for people to mock skinny people that seem too thin? Not all skinny people are anorexic or bulimic. As all of us have different skin tones, eye color, and height, we also have unique metabolisms. Some people are naturally waif. If you think i... More..