Blogtober
Posts published during the month of October. I participate in Blogtober each year where you publish a post each day in October. These posts can range in topics from Halloween, to recipes, to travel, to self-help.
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How Good of a Social Distancer Are You? Take the Quiz!
Do you wonder how you rank as a social distancer? The more space you can put around you and your family from other people when out and about, the less likely they/you are likely to breathe, sneeze or cough on each other and spread germs. This is important during a non-quarantine period of our lives, but even more so now in the age of Coronavirus. So, how do you rank as a social distancer? Take the below quiz and find out! When I’m out and about, walking around town, I… a. Put on my mask and try to avoid others by keeping an eye out as to who may be…
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I Started a Garden…
I have started a garden this fall. We already have a 15-year old orange tree that is producing like mad and around 10-12 other trees that produce from a couple of fruits to nothing. Some are new — we are trying to be patient. So — back to the garden. It’s not the first time I have tried my hand at gardening. The first time, all of the wild creatures* with hands ate everything. I even bought a little greenhouse a few years ago. The wild animals with hands used their little hands to lift up the sides and to go in and finish off my tomatoes. So this year,…
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3 Reasons You Should See the Doctor Every Year
Do you see your physician annually for a well-care checkup? You should! Even during this time of pandemic, you should still schedule an appointment! Our health and risk factors consistently change over time. Each year our bodies change, and regular checkups can prevent some diseases entirely. If you haven’t established a relationship with a primary care physician, it is highly recommended. While urgent care facilities are great for injuries and issues like the cold and flu, having a primary care doctor is important. On top of that, building a relationship with that doctor can be a lifesaving decision. Even if you only see your primary care doctor once per year,…
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What is Autumn Anxiety?
Anxiety is a type of mental health disorder that affects millions of people, from generalized anxiety disorder to panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Different people get anxiety for many different reasons, year-round. However, there is one type of anxiety that mental health professionals are seeing more often, which is anxiety that starts around the fall season. A therapist in Wales known as Ginny Scully has named it Autumn Anxiety, after seeing countless patients experiencing heightened anxiety symptoms between the end of summer and the beginning of fall. It is very closely linked to seasonal affective disorder (SAD), though is more about anxiety, and less about depression. Here are some…
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How to Have a Halloween Party 2020
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Oh 2020! There is not one part of our lives that 2020 has not altered — and mostly for the worst! The month of October and the fun of Halloween (for those who celebrate it) is next in the path of the destructive whirlwind that has been this year! Halloween is in serious danger this year! However, we are smart folk and have figured out ways to…
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Start a Home Gym With These Equipment Options
I have been thinking about this topic quite a bit lately. Since I can’t really go to the gym because of my immune system suppression, I am considering what additional items I need to complete my home gym. Looking at home gym equipment can put you into sticker price shock. It can also be confusing when you try to figure out which equipment is best, what bells and whistles you need, and how you can maximize your space to get the equipment that is right for you. Before you go with the store clerk suggestion, consider these equipment options that are affordable and can get your home gym off to…
