Top Summer Styles – Tailoring Your Look

No one can tell you what you feel comfortable wearing! It is possible to get inspiration from fashion trends. This is a good way to find styles that appeal to your sense of fashion. At the same time, you will learn what pieces are being worn this season.

Summer is typically the time of year that everyone likes to show a bit of skin. It doesn’t matter whether you’re shopping for shorts, skirts or dresses. You will discover a wide array of colorful styles to choose from.

Harper’s Bazaar reports that virtually any shade of lavender is working this year. In fact, this is being seen in every layer for 2018, including pantsuits, minis and other items. Another top trendy style involves animated-influenced graphics, coupled with solid colored pieces.

You can create your own artwork with a graphic top and a pair of bright colored slacks. Here are some other Top Summer Styles to Consider:

• Spaghetti Strap Sun Dresses
• Plaid & Solid Color Combos
• Layered Skirts
• Retro Relaxed Fit Jeans

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Creative Ways to Construct Meals – Save Time with Leftovers

If you are the family meal planner, you may be juggling a lot of ideas. The Speed of Life can make matters challenging, which is why organization is key. It is possible to construct meals for multiple days at once.

This can be done by using similar ingredients for those meals or to simply by making one large dish to accommodate the time. You can save even more time by creatively using your leftovers.

This can allow you to either deconstruct a meal or to be completely innovative. Roasted rosemary chicken, saffron rice pilaf, broccoli and rolls is an example of a very nice meal. There are a number of terrific dishes, possible with leftovers from this one meal.

These dishes are good for both lunch and dinner. Take a look at these 3 options:

Chicken Casserole – Use chicken, rice and broccoli along with a creamed soup mix and shredded cheese.

Chicken Sandwiches – Make cold/hot sandwiches from meat and roles, mix rice and broccoli for a side.

Chicken Salad – Use chopped chicken, mayo, mustard, pickles and spices to make a cold salad.

What other meals could you construct with leftovers?

My Journey to 50

Yes, I’m Excited to Turn 50

I’ve had friends who practically lost it when they turned 30. I guess every milestone comes with a bit of trepidation. Embracing where you are in life and being truly thankful is important. This sets the theme for the rest of life.

Aging is a privilege to those who actually understand it. Make no mistake, I’m not saying sit back and knit…unless you know how. Lol. Who says you cannot embark on this phase of life with expectation?

Travel, learn, write, explore and whatever else helps you to grow! Getting older offers us all the opportunity to tackle life in a new way. The Speed of Life doesn’t slow down for any of us so finding a pattern and rhythm is crucial.

Fortunately for me, I’ve been an outside-the-box kind of girl from the start. My plan is to take the next 2 and a half years and get prepared. The embrace, may take a little bit of work. I’ll get there though.

How about you joining me on My Journey to 50? It’s going to be AMAZING!

Spring Workout Options – Carve Out the Time

Now that we have the season, not every region has the weather. It’s normal for there to be a bit of chill in the air during the spring. Much of the country however is dealing with full blown blizzard conditions.


This does present a challenge for those wanting to continue with outdoor routines in their workouts. All is not lost as long as you monitor the forecast. Don’t let the Speed of Life overcome you!


Understanding the windows of opportunity for running, jogging and walking is a smart plan. This will require watching the weather to determine what the best times are each week to get out there.


Depending on the state that you are in this window may be dwindling if it’s a particularly cold week. Schedule the best times to incorporate the outdoors into your fitness plans.


• Purchase Layering Items
• Carry Water with Your
• Map Out Your Route
• Stay Motivated

Embrace 2014 - Get a New Perspective

Every year has something new to offer us. Embracing 2014 is all about getting a new perspective on life. This is a time to pursue goals that have long since disappeared. This is also a time to make changes towards happiness and away from negativity.

There are many steps that can be taken to grab onto a different perspective. Taking these steps is the best way to move ahead into the future. When we do things the same old way, we get the same old results. Let's take a look at some of things that can help us journey through a better and more positive year.

Consider Our Connections

The people around you have a direct impact on you and your perspective. If there's only a negative group in your circle, you need a new one. Moving towards your goals takes support and commitment.

Invest In Yourself

What investments have you made in yourself? This type of investment can be seen in time and resources. Achievements cannot be actualized without drawing a line in the sand. Research, reading and networking are useful tools for getting the perspective you desire!

New Year, New Opportunities!

Well, 2014 is finally here. Some people look at another year as a reminder of age or things not accomplished. I don't agree with that outlook at all. Every New Year brings with it new opportunities!

These are opportunities to achieve, accomplish, endeavor, invest and to love. There are always going to be things that didn't happen in the previous year. Some of those were simply not meant to be anyway. There are other things that didn't happen because we didn't put in the time and resources it required.

Here is another beautiful year and opportunity to make it happen. Most of our goals, need more than us to come into fruition. Our loved ones and circle-of-friends often factor into the process because support in important.

Along with those around us, goals are accomplished when we make up our minds to get moving. The Speed of Life keeps us active no matter what. Why not let that speed steer us towards our goals for the year?

Utilize Your Parks

　　

There are many different benefits that come from utilizing the parks in your community. Most cities and towns around the country offer residents access to at least one park. Some of these locations even have multiple good parks for people to choose from. A good park is one that is easily accessible, and offers you an opportunity to walk and
 Speed of Life, has sent families in search of economic outlets. The park is a free resource for connecting with your family. You can play games there or even eat a meal. The beautiful surroundings tend to enhance your family time.
You will find that there are physical and emotional benefits to visiting the park regularly. Many people go to the park to workout. They run, jog, walk, and do yoga. Others simply visit the park on their lunch breaks to eat. It doesn’t matter, why you go there, parks are valuable resources in any city.

Helps reduce stress
It would probably amaze you that natural surroundings can affect your stress level. Studies have been done that associate the benefits the outdoors has on stress. Simply walking through the park could help you to better manage stress in your life.

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Get Up & Get Moving!

The beauty and heat of the summer, sometimes causes people to procrastinate when it comes to exercise. When the cool wind of fall knocks at the door, we usually wish that we'd done more with the nice weather. If weather is your usual excuse, get rid of it. There are many different ways to stay fit and to keep active. All of these are going to require you to simply get up and get moving.

The Speed of Life often causes people to allow their health to slip. This includes not only fitness programs, but the food that they eat. It is important to note, that a really healthy life doesn't occur accidentally. You have to find reasonable ways to maintain your health. Let's take a look at some of the tips that you can apply.

1 - Find a simple routine

Walking everyday could be the challenge that you need. Most neighborhoods these days are designed for walkers. If this is not an option for you, consider the local park. It doesn't matter, whether your routine is walking or jogging. Keeping your routine is a good way to commit to your health and staying active.

2 - Read the labels

Shopping healthy isn't just about the money that you spend. It is about knowing what your eating, and how that food affects your body. Make a habit of reading package labels. This will help you to monitor calories, fat, and additives.

3 - Choose a great location

Sometimes your workouts will have to be done at home. A nice outdoor setting from time-to-time could change your morale. This is a way to not only treat your body, but to treat your mind as well.

It's Your Job to Stay Fit

The one thing that I learned a little over 2 months ago, is that age is simply a number. This was when my family and I embarked on Insanity. True, this is not a workout for the light-hearted exercise person. It's challenging, effective, and beneficial.

Too many of us have grown accustomed to slowing down with age. It doesn't matter where you live or what resources you have. You can stay active and fit. The blame is often passed around as to why people aren't as fit as they should be. Parents. Lifestyle. Habits. Hobbies. It is your job to make sure your body is healthy and fit.

Changes are necessary for this process. You may find that learning the connection between food and fitness is critical. Making healthier food choices is definitely important in this process. It is also important that you find a fitness program or exercise routine that works for you and your schedule. Fit time into your week to do something completely selfish . . . Exercise.