Simple Texas Living
Pumpkin Spice Muffins Although pumpkin muffins are traditionally a fall favorite, there is no reason you can’t enjoy these delicious lightly spiced muffins all year round. This version is topped with coarse sugar for a decorative touch, but they are just as wonderful plain or with a cream cheese frosting. Tip: Make sure you choose
Counting Your Blessings One really easy way to get started on a gratitude practice is to make a habit of counting your blessings both morning and night. You don’t even have to write them down, as in a gratitude journal, if that seems too overwhelming. Simply taking a few minutes when you wake up and
Aromatherapy For Better Sleep Are you tossing and turning at night? Do you have a hard time relaxing and calming yourself when it’s time for bed? If so, aromatherapy may be the answer. Aromatherapy is the practice of using certain fragrances and oils that may have therapeutic or medicinal benefits, and may be used as
What A Difference A Bit Of Gratitude Makes Gratitude can be simply broken down to appreciating the good things in your life. It doesn’t always seem simple, though. When things are hectic or stressful, finding the silver lining can be challenging. However, learning how to embrace gratitude can significantly boost your happiness. Being grateful offers
Creamy Pumpkin Mousse with Maple Whipped Cream Do you need an easy, yes I mean easy, dessert to share for your upcoming Thanksgiving get-togethers? This creamy pumpkin mousse is light, easy and incredibly yummy. Everyone will think slaved away in the kitchen for hours. Shhh…I won’t tell! If you and your clan love the flavors
Does Menopause have you Anxious? The mid-life phenomenon known as menopause and the stresses of anxiety go hand in hand. Panic attacks, rushes of energy, burning in the chest, unusual vibrations throughout the body, and warm sensations are some of the physical effects you may feel under this condition. When menopause hits, there is
Spicy Slow Cooker Chili This Spicy Slow Cooker Chili gets a nice boost of flavor by using a combination of spicy and sweet pork sausage, rather than plain ground beef. To turn up the heat even more, use all spicy sausage instead. Tip: Crumble the bulk sausage with your fingers prior to browning. This gives
Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl with Sriracha Hummus Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 T. extra virgin olive oil 1 t. ground cumin 1 t. smoked paprika Sea salt and black, pepper to taste 6 c. baby spinach 2 red bell peppers, sliced
Tuscan Sausage & Potato Soup This rustic and hearty soup is substantial enough to serve as a main course. The sausage and seasonings add a lot of flavor, while big chunks of potato make for a satisfying meal. Pair with a crisp, green side salad and dinner is served! Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time:
Menopause and Hair Loss Menopause is one of the most common causes of female hair loss and one of the least happily endured symptom. Female hair loss can be pretty devastating to any woman in today’s modern society, which emphasizes the importance of an attractive hairdo. Like childbirth, menopause is a natural occurring state for
Mulled Apple Cider with a Twist The “twist” with this mulled apple cider recipe is the addition of five-spice powder, rather than classic pumpkin pie spices. It adds a little something special to an already great tasting combination. One of the best things about this delicious recipe is the warm and wonderful aroma that fills
The Enormous Health Benefits of Eucalyptus Essential Oil The leaves of the eucalyptus tree, when dried, offer an oil that comes with an expansive catalog of health benefits. Used to make medicines, lotions, perfumes, cosmetics, a number of other products, eucalyptus essential oil is one of the most useful plants in the world. Whether you’re
Menopause and our Hearts So it is a fair statement to say, that Massage with or without Aromatherapy has been shown to reduce the severity of symptoms among Menopausal women, according to recent research. However, the study’s authors found that aromatherapy massage yielded significantly better results than the massage without aromatherapy. Why is the nugget
Slow Cooker Apple-Cinnamon Oats Mornings can be hectic, so this make-ahead recipe means one less thing you need to do before you start your day. As an added bonus, this healthy and delicious overnight breakfast recipe will have your house smelling like freshly baked apple pie when you wake up in the morning. Prep time:
Menopause and Weight Gain Menopausal women tend to exercise less than other women, hey we’re tired and have a lot on our plates so to speak, which can show up as an extra pound here or there. For most women, additions and shifts in weight begin during perimenopause — the years leading up to menopause.
