I was reading one of the popular women’s health magazines recently and came across the article, “Nine Ways to Beat Belly Bloat.” Some of the ways mentioned were viable, such as “Wear Shapewear” and “Avoid Beer” (duh), but some of the other suggestions were totally bizarre, almost like they were trying to puff up your waist for their enjoyment. A couple that come to mind were “Drink Milk,” (which I feel was a tradeoff plug since they had a full-page…
Ladies Who Lunch… and Sip 901 at 201 pm
We say, why not! Count Me Healthy Jewelry was honored to be a part of the 2nd annual PGA Wives’ Luncheon during the JT Shriners Golf Tournament week in Las Vegas. On Oct 15th, over 125 women descended on the Las Vegas Design Center for food, fashion, and a great cause. Oh yes, and to meet Justin Timberlake! The design center, with it’s lavish showrooms, high ceilings, and zen meeting area, was a beautiful backdrop for the gourmet spread including…
Cool Gift: The Card Box
If you’re like me, you revel in finding the perfect gift for someone. It doesn’t have to be expensive; instead it should be thoughtful, individual, and original. And if it’s really strong, bring about a possible “copy-cat give.” (This is where the friend who received the gift from you creates her own “copy” to give as a gift because she wants the receiver to feel the same “wow” vibe she felt when opening.) Copy-cat giving should never be confused with…
Vegas Baby! Will I loose my HTM at the Tables?
So, we leave for Vegas tomorrow. It’s for work, but unless you are an alien there is a pretty heavy “fun element” laced throughout any business trip to Vegas. I’ve been there about 50 times and it never gets old. Some people say, “Oh, but I’m not a Vegas person.” Who exactly is a Vegas person? They must like drinking, gambling, partying, and eating at the buffet. I don’t agree with this (although all of the before-mentioned activities are fun…
Brown Sugar Squash Bowls – Impress Your Guests
I’m continuing my fall kick with a great recipe that is tasty, easy, healthy, and will impress your guests. Brown Sugar Squash Bowls (From the Kitchen of Michelle Charles) (Serves 6)Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 35 minutesLevel: Easy Ingredients:3 Acorn squash (halved and deseeded)1/2 cup brown sugar3 tbs butter or light butter1/2 teaspoon salt Directions:– Pre-heat oven to 350 F.– Place water in the bottom of a shallow, glass 9×12 baking dish (about the length of your fingertip).– Place the…
Grown-Up Apple Tasting Party
We’ve all heard of wine and cheese parties, but to celebrate Autumn, how about bringing friends together for an Apple tasting party? I grew up loving a few different kinds of apples my parents always picked up from the store (for my dad it was Red Delicious; my mom loves Granny Smith.) But alas, I haven’t been exposed to the hundreds of crispy, sweet, and sour types that 1) aren’t so main stream and 2) weren’t even available until a…
