Even the smallest acts of kindness have the power to change lives.
Dad and I went to Castro Valley today and had lunch at El Rancho Restaurant. Delicious. Lots of fun. Then I went and enjoyed the jacuzzi. The sun came out. Beautiful day.
Welcome to My World. I spend almost 100% of my time in Hayward, CA taking care of my dad. This is a great opportunity to learn about blogging. This is Jordan Pond in Garin Park off Mission Blvd. in South Hayward.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Sunday, January 29, 2012
No one is more lovable than you are.
This morning dad and I are going to the movies and seeing, "Red Tails" with Cuba Gooding, Jr. Yesterday we took Luigi to the dog park for about two hours. The kids kept throwing the ball and all the dogs would run with Luigi. He had so much fun. It actually wore him out a little. Lots of fun. Beautiful weather. The last few days have been really enjoyable. Just appreciating the simple life. Used my new slicer. Love it! Ordered a large set of Lock and Lock storage containers. Got my free birthday pretzel and free birthday Starbucks drink. Signed up online with, Blend It and Mend It", an online community for my VitaMix. Reading books on my cellphone. Watching episodes of "The Big Bang". Super busy with a lot of small simple things.
This morning dad and I are going to the movies and seeing, "Red Tails" with Cuba Gooding, Jr. Yesterday we took Luigi to the dog park for about two hours. The kids kept throwing the ball and all the dogs would run with Luigi. He had so much fun. It actually wore him out a little. Lots of fun. Beautiful weather. The last few days have been really enjoyable. Just appreciating the simple life. Used my new slicer. Love it! Ordered a large set of Lock and Lock storage containers. Got my free birthday pretzel and free birthday Starbucks drink. Signed up online with, Blend It and Mend It", an online community for my VitaMix. Reading books on my cellphone. Watching episodes of "The Big Bang". Super busy with a lot of small simple things.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
HOMEMADE AIR FRESHENERS!
Banish bathroom odors - spray the inside of the toilet paper tube with your favorite perfume before you put it on the holder - you'll get a burst of scent with each spin!
Invisible air freshener - place a few drops of your favorite essential oil on top of your light bulbs. When the bulb heats up, the aroma will waft through your room.
Homemade air spray - combine 1/8 cup baking soda with 2 cups water in a spray bottle; add 10 drops of scented oil. Shake up the mixture, and spritz into the air to absorb odors and add a fresh scent.
Vanilla-scented - use a nail to punch several holes in the lid of a glass jar, then drop in five cottonballs moistened with a few drops of vanilla extract. Stash the closed jar in a small room or closet to naturally freshen the air.
Simmer away smells - fill a saucepan with water, then add cinnamon, cloves or even citrus peels. Set on low heat and the delicious scent will spread around your home. Just be sure to monitor the water level so it doesn't evaporate away.
Easy reed diffuser - in a glass jar, combine water with four drops of your favorite essential oil. Put reeds (sold in crafts stores) into jar; the scent will diffuse into the air.
Banish bathroom odors - spray the inside of the toilet paper tube with your favorite perfume before you put it on the holder - you'll get a burst of scent with each spin!
Invisible air freshener - place a few drops of your favorite essential oil on top of your light bulbs. When the bulb heats up, the aroma will waft through your room.
Homemade air spray - combine 1/8 cup baking soda with 2 cups water in a spray bottle; add 10 drops of scented oil. Shake up the mixture, and spritz into the air to absorb odors and add a fresh scent.
Vanilla-scented - use a nail to punch several holes in the lid of a glass jar, then drop in five cottonballs moistened with a few drops of vanilla extract. Stash the closed jar in a small room or closet to naturally freshen the air.
Simmer away smells - fill a saucepan with water, then add cinnamon, cloves or even citrus peels. Set on low heat and the delicious scent will spread around your home. Just be sure to monitor the water level so it doesn't evaporate away.
Easy reed diffuser - in a glass jar, combine water with four drops of your favorite essential oil. Put reeds (sold in crafts stores) into jar; the scent will diffuse into the air.
Friday, January 27, 2012
SCENTS YOUR WAY HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER
Enhance Your Memory with Rosemary.
Crush a sprig of Rosemary to release its oils and Inhale.
Boost brain function with Cinnamon.
Zap Pain with Peppermint.
Pop a peppermint candy and feel better fast!
Sleep Soundly with Sandalwood.
Find Sandalwood essential oil at health food stores and apply two drops to your wrist before bed. It will be absorbed into your bloodstream and travel to your nervous system easing anxiety within minutes.
Boost Patience with Eucalyptus.
The same plant that helps treat a cold also has the amazing ability to help you feel more understanding and sympathetic!
Inhale the essential oil, availabe at health-food stores.
Create calm and happiness with Oranges.
Find orange essential oil in health-food stores or eat an orange to inhale its happy scent.
Cut Cravings with Vanilla.
Simply saturate a cottonball with vanilla extract and sniff whenever you get the urge for a fattening treat!
Calm with Sage.
Sage essence oil has been used as an effective relaxant and sedative. Because the fragrance has uplifting qualities, it is often used in the treatment of depression, anxiety, tension and mental fatigue.
Enhance Your Memory with Rosemary.
Crush a sprig of Rosemary to release its oils and Inhale.
Boost brain function with Cinnamon.
Zap Pain with Peppermint.
Pop a peppermint candy and feel better fast!
Sleep Soundly with Sandalwood.
Find Sandalwood essential oil at health food stores and apply two drops to your wrist before bed. It will be absorbed into your bloodstream and travel to your nervous system easing anxiety within minutes.
Boost Patience with Eucalyptus.
The same plant that helps treat a cold also has the amazing ability to help you feel more understanding and sympathetic!
Inhale the essential oil, availabe at health-food stores.
Create calm and happiness with Oranges.
Find orange essential oil in health-food stores or eat an orange to inhale its happy scent.
Cut Cravings with Vanilla.
Simply saturate a cottonball with vanilla extract and sniff whenever you get the urge for a fattening treat!
Calm with Sage.
Sage essence oil has been used as an effective relaxant and sedative. Because the fragrance has uplifting qualities, it is often used in the treatment of depression, anxiety, tension and mental fatigue.
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Happy 60th Birthday Lindaellen!
Wow! I can't believe that I am 60. I feel 18. Happy Birthday to me. I am one lucky gal. Today I am looking up all the Farmer's Markets and where to buy organic. I made strawberry ice cream with the Vitamix last night - no flavor. haha So good news is, I am going to start finding healthier, more delicious food to start with. Flavor in, Flavor out. Yum!
Hmmmm... I went to Trader Joe's today and bought regular and also organic frozen strawberries. Both packages - no flavor. I wonder if it's because it is January. I'll keep exploring for flavorful fruits and vegetables. Wish me Luck!
Dad went to exercise lunch and then Bill took him for a drive around Berkeley and were out until 3:00pm. Yea for me. A little break. Tonight we ran across the street and brought home enchiladas for my birthday dinner. Delicious! Also, my new slicer arrived by UPS. This was a really wonderful birthday. Also, Facebook is so much fun. Lots of birthday wishes. Also, so far, I have received Happy Birthday songs by phone from Deaunn, LindaRae, and Uncle Joe and Auntie Isabel. So much Fun!
Wow! I can't believe that I am 60. I feel 18. Happy Birthday to me. I am one lucky gal. Today I am looking up all the Farmer's Markets and where to buy organic. I made strawberry ice cream with the Vitamix last night - no flavor. haha So good news is, I am going to start finding healthier, more delicious food to start with. Flavor in, Flavor out. Yum!
Hmmmm... I went to Trader Joe's today and bought regular and also organic frozen strawberries. Both packages - no flavor. I wonder if it's because it is January. I'll keep exploring for flavorful fruits and vegetables. Wish me Luck!
Dad went to exercise lunch and then Bill took him for a drive around Berkeley and were out until 3:00pm. Yea for me. A little break. Tonight we ran across the street and brought home enchiladas for my birthday dinner. Delicious! Also, my new slicer arrived by UPS. This was a really wonderful birthday. Also, Facebook is so much fun. Lots of birthday wishes. Also, so far, I have received Happy Birthday songs by phone from Deaunn, LindaRae, and Uncle Joe and Auntie Isabel. So much Fun!
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