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Thank you notes – December 2020

December 29, 2020 by Christie Hawkes 16 Comments
Cranberry orange potpourri.

Thank you PPE… …for making this moment happen. I don’t know which one was happier, GG or Piper, but they both needed this hug. I know we all complain at times about having to wear a mask, but no one was complaining here. Thank you Larry for snapping this photo, so I could enjoy the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Thank you notes Tagged: COVID-19, dogs, gratitude, holidays

Were any of us dreaming of a COVID Christmas?

December 15, 2020 by Christie Hawkes 26 Comments
Christmas mug and face mask.

When I first heard the words coronavirus and COVID-19 last winter, I couldn’t have imagined what was coming. Even when it hit closer to home, and we were personally affected by shut-downs and social distancing, I never dreamed we’d still be deep in the middle of a pandemic during the holidays. I’ve spent some time … [Read more…]

Posted in: This and that Tagged: COVID-19, holidays

7 ways to celebrate a heart-healthy Valentine’s Day

February 5, 2019 by Christie Hawkes 39 Comments
Heart shaped fruit

When you hear Valentine’s Day, what comes to your mind? Is it chocolates, a romantic night out, or a party with sugar-fueled children bouncing off the walls? Does it include overindulging in rich food and drink? Considering Valentine’s Day is a holiday of the heart, and February is American Heart Month, why not celebrate in … [Read more…]

Posted in: Health and wellness Tagged: fitness, holidays, nutrition, seasons

Thank you notes – January 2019

January 8, 2019 by Christie Hawkes 16 Comments

It’s easy to get so caught up in the hustle of life that we forget to appreciate the small miracles that happen every day. I created the monthly Thank You Notes post to help me relive the happy moments, savor the gratitude, and share them with you. I hope they also inspire you to think about … [Read more…]

Posted in: Thank you notes, Travel Tagged: family, gratitude, holidays

Forgiveness: starting 2019 with a clean slate

January 1, 2019 by Christie Hawkes 42 Comments
Clean slate

January 1. There’s something magical about that date. Perhaps you hang a clean, blank calendar or crack open a brand new journal. Your options are wide open. Anything is possible. The beginning of a new year represents a chance at a fresh start. Why not take this opportunity to get rid of old hurts? Wipe … [Read more…]

Posted in: Health and wellness Tagged: holidays

Thank you notes – December 2018

December 11, 2018 by Christie Hawkes 28 Comments
Stone Island Botanical Garden

It’s easy to get so caught up in the hustle of life that we forget to appreciate the small miracles that happen every day. I created the monthly Thank You Notes post to help me relive the happy moments, savor the gratitude, and share them with you. I hope they also inspire you to think about … [Read more…]

Posted in: Thank you notes, Travel Tagged: gratitude, holidays, Mazatlan

I need a little Christmas

December 4, 2018 by Christie Hawkes 42 Comments
Beach and snow collage

Having just returned home from a sunny beach vacation, I seem to be struggling to make the transition to winter, and with it, the Christmas season. Typically I jump from Thanksgiving to Christmas with enthusiasm. As soon as the last piece of pumpkin pie is finished, I can’t wait to crank up the Christmas music, … [Read more…]

Posted in: This and that Tagged: holidays, self-compassion

Increase your holiday joy with mindful eating

November 20, 2018 by Christie Hawkes 37 Comments
turkey dinner

If you live in the U.S., or have friends that do…or use the internet…or just haven’t been in a coma for the past month, you know that this Thursday is our Thanksgiving holiday. Thanksgiving is not just a time to express gratitude and spend time with loved ones, but also an excuse to overindulge in … [Read more…]

Posted in: Health and wellness Tagged: holidays, mindfulness, nutrition

Blogging Grandmothers End of the Year Link Party

November 19, 2018 by Christie Hawkes 2 Comments
A link party exclusively for blogging grandmothers

Welcome to the Blogging Grandmothers End of the Year Special Holiday Link Party 2018 EXCLUSIVELY for Grandmother Bloggers Starts Monday, November 19, 2018, at 11:55 p.m. Central (US) Ends Tuesday, January 5, 2019, at 11:55 p.m. REALLY SIMPLE RULES: • This party is for grandmother bloggers only. • You may linkup new or old, family … [Read more…]

Posted in: Link parties Tagged: #BGLP, holidays

Easy ways to respect and protect Mother Earth

April 24, 2018 by Christie Hawkes 30 Comments
Easy ways to respect and protect Mother Earth

Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together … all things connect.” —Chief Seattle Did you know that last Sunday was Earth Day, celebrated in more than 190 countries around the world? To … [Read more…]

Posted in: This and that Tagged: holidays, nature
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