Countdown To Freedom

It was Fall of 2011 and my second marriage was imploding. He was so angry and unhappy, and we rarely had sex. When I pushed him about it, he told me to get a boyfriend.

Here's a hint, ladies, when a man says that, he really doesn't mean it.

Well, that was me this past Saturday night.

I have no idea what I was thinking (other than PARTY). I got completely obliterated, downing essentially two bottles of wine with very limited food on my tummy.

Think for a moment about the worst thing you have ever done.

Maybe, you were unfaithful.

Maybe, you didn't have enough money and you stole something you really wanted.

Maybe, you were out to dinner with friends, drank too much, and drove home when you shouldn't.

Were you arrested? Do you occasionally indulge in drugs? Or maybe, you caught an STD. Perhaps, you disclosed a secret from your friend that caused him/her to lose their job or their spouse. Maybe, people know this. Maybe, there weren't any witnesses. Would you want to be defined as a person by that moment?

Have you ever waded into the ocean?

The water is clear and warm. At first, there are little ripples tickling your feet. As you wade deeper, the waves lap at your ankles and thighs.

You see starfish, sand dollars on the ocean floor, and minnows darting around.

One of my goals for my clients, is to bring tips for your health. As such, I scour the internet, seeking out great recipes. I stumbled upon a great website called Healthy Food House (http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/). I have included some of their fabulous healthy recipes below. To see the full recipe, follow the links:


Hydrating Healthy Sports Drink



Ingredients

¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup lime juice
Teaspoon salt
Juice from an entire orange
Liter of water or coconut water
Directions

Combine all of the ingredients and enjoy. It is really that simple.

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Healthy Ice Cream From Three Ingredients, Prepared in 5 Minutes



http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/healthy-ice-cream-from-three-ingredients-prepared-in-5-minutes/

You will need:

½ cup coconut milk
5 tablespoons of corn starch or tapioca starch
1 ½ cups of fruit or vegetable juice
To make it, what you’re going to do is take half the coconut milk and stir it with the starch until it becomes nice and smooth. Now set it to one …

Americans love coffee, and each sip of it may be lowering risk of early death for the 54 percent of adults who drink it every day. In a new study, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health studied the benefits of both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, and found both conferred a lower risk of dying from the leading causes of death in the United States.

Getting a massage can be a great experience! It is important to know what will take place and how it will happen. Read below to learn what happens before a massage, during and after the massage. You will get a chance to learn more about the full process and how enjoyable it can be. So grab a drink, and let’s get started!

One of my goals for my clients, is to bring tips for your health. As such, I scour the internet, seeking out great recipes. I stumbled upon a great website called Healthy Food House (http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/). I have included some of their fabulous healthy recipes below. To see the full recipe, follow the links: 

Hydrating Healthy Sports Drink


http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/make-your-own-hydrating-healthy-sports-drink-at-home/
Ingredients

¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup lime juice
Teaspoon salt
Juice from an entire orange
Liter of water or coconut water
Directions

Combine all of the ingredients and enjoy. It is really that simple.

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Healthy Ice Cream From Three Ingredients, Prepared in 5 Minutes



http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/healthy-ice-cream-from-three-ingredients-prepared-in-5-minutes/

You will need:

½ cup coconut milk
5 tablespoons of corn starch or tapioca starch
1 ½ cups of fruit or vegetable juice
To make it, what you’re going to do is take half the coconut milk and stir it …

Benefits Of Drinking Coffee Extend Lifespan, Nov 16, 2015 04:00 PM By Samantha Olson
Americans love coffee, and each sip of it may be lowering risk of early death for the 54 percent of adults who drink it every day. In a new study, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health studied the benefits of both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, and found both conferred a lower risk of dying from the leading causes of death in the United States.


 "This study provides further evidence that moderate consumption of coffee may confer health benefits in terms of reducing premature death due to several diseases," the study’s senior author Frank Hu, a nutrition and epidemiology professor at Harvard, said in a press release. "These data support the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Report that concluded that 'moderate coffee consumption can be incorporated into a healthy dietary pattern.'"

Read more of the original story: http://www.medicaldaily.com/cup-joe-may-low…

Have you ever tried calling all over town to book a massage, and no one is answering their phones? Is it impossible to get a call back? You'd be tempted to believe that all massage therapists are complete flakes, right? Well, maybe, but the truth may be a bit more complex.

First, you have to understand the nature of the business you are attempting to contact. Most people who do not get regular massage, may become very frustrated at the seeming lack of professionalism. Massage Therapists work in several different establishments, and where they are located may dictate how responsive they are to your calls.

1. Salon / Day Spa: Spas usually have multiple professionals like hairdressers, nail techs, and massage therapists that work in the location. Due to this, they will usually have a receptionist to answer the telephone. Massage Therapists may or may not be on staff, so you may not be able to secure an immediate appointment, because therapists tend to work by appointment only.

2. Massag…

By Mark Volkmann (Originally posted on MassageBook)
Getting a massage can be a great experience! It is important to know what will take place and how it will happen. Read below to learn what happens before a massage, during and after the massage. You will get a chance to learn more about the full process and how enjoyable it can be. So grab a drink, and let’s get started!


Before the Appointment When scheduling your massage appointment it can be tempting to place it right after another activity, but this will make you feel rushed. When you are in a rush, it will take much longer to relax and be receptive to the massage session. You will want to schedule your time so that you can arrive in a relaxed state, and not be in a hurry. You will also not want to eat right before your massage, so that your body is not processing food during the session. Also make sure that you are drinking plenty of fluids.
The beginning of the appointment will involve a health and history screening. You’ll be asked…