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101 Ways To Live a Happier Life Today and as We Get Older!

4/30/2019

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​Has it ever occurred to you how distracted and stressed we have become as a society and how we could live a happier life?  We have lost the ability to slow down and appreciate the good things in life. Perhaps we have forgotten how simple it is to embrace the moment, be grateful, and to find happiness no matter our current situation.
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​A local blogger recently made a list of 101 ways to live a happier life on her blog, and every single one of them resonated with us.  They are things many of us already do, and some of them we plan on implementing moving forward. Our hope in sharing the first 25 items of ways to live a happier life is that it will inspire others to choose happiness despite the stress of the world around us!

  1. Leave people better than you found them.  At the end of every day, seek forgiveness from those you’ve wronged, and forgive those that have wronged you.  Don’t poison your relationships by holding grudges.  “Be the one who nurtures and builds.  Be the one who has an understanding and a forgiving heart.  One who looks for the best in people.”- Marvin J Ashton
  2. Remember that family is forever.  Family is the most important aspect of life.  Who you call family doesn’t necessarily have to be related to you by blood.
  3.  If you’re having a flare up of pain, keep in mind that there was a time you didn’t
    feel this way, and there will come a time
    again that you feel better.  If you suffer from chronic pain or mental illness, it’s easy to view your bad days as a sign of weakness.  But try to remember that those are the days you’re actually fighting the hardest.  You are a warrior and you are enough.
  4. You are capable of change and daily improvement.  The human brain is literally wired to adapt.  “If people never changed, we’d all still be wearing diapers.”- Autum Burkett
  5. “You can be as happy as you choose to
    be, even under the most horrifying circumstances.  It’s all about the story you tell yourself.” – Julie Bayron
  6. Look for the beauty in inconveniences.  Welcome them as opportunities to momentarily break from the routine.  The word inconvenience is often synonymous with adventure.
  7. Don’t ever, ever, EVER allow possessions and the love of materials to gain priority over your relationships, health, and divine purpose.  It really is just stuff and you can’t take it with you. Focus your energy on creating a life that feels good on the inside, and doesn’t just looks good on the outside.  The less you own, the less that owns you.
  8. It isn’t what you get from this life that matters. It’s what you bring to it.
  9.  No matter what happens…no matter how horrible the day was- the sun will rise
    again tomorrow. Don’t underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep and the sense of renewed hope that rises with the sun.  What a difference just 24 tiny hours can make in changing a sense of hopelessness.
  10. Always say, “Please” and “Thank you.”  Even if you don’t want to.  Especially if you don’t want to!
  11. Hold the door open for the people behind you.  And try not to feel contempt toward the people that don’t thank you for it.
  12. More often than not, you have to just suck it up and continue in spite of it
    all.  “If you can’t fly, then run.  If you can’t run, then walk.  If you can’t walk, then crawl.  But whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.”  Martin Luther King Jr.
  13.  “Forget yourself and find someone who needs your service, and you will discover the
    secret to a happy, fulfilled life.”
    -Ezra Taft Benson
  14.  Be careful when it comes to love, sex, alcohol, food, and all the other drugs.  The abuse of any one of these things can cause mass emotional and physical destruction and potentially destroy your life.
  15. Soak in hot baths.  But make the effort worthwhile.  Listen to some soothing music, light a candle, and nurture your skin with quality bath salts or bubbles.
  16. Work hard.  Work hard enough each day that you don’t need sleeping pills to help you sleep at night.  I doubt anyone has ever collapsed in bed saying to themselves, “I wish I hadn’t worked so hard today.  I accomplished way too much.”   Find the intrinsic satisfaction that comes from being a hard worker.
  17. Be genuinely humble.  Step back often enough to gain perspective of who you are and where your place falls in the world.  Nothing truly beautiful and worthwhile has to beg for attention.
  18. Faith without works is dead.  Get on your knees and pray, and then get on your feet and work.
  19. Anxiety is pointless.  Don’t get caught up in “what ifs.”  “What if I don’t have enough money?”  “What if I’m not good enough?”  Whenever I get caught up in the psychological flu of “what if’s” my best friend asks, “What if birds had machine guns?  Then we’d all be in trouble.”  Worry is useless.  Don’t run from something that isn’t actually chasing you. Worrying is like praying for something you don’t want.  Let it go.
  20. Take the time to decipher between what is supposed
    to be the big stuff and what actually is the big stuff, and set your priorities accordingly.
  21.  Don’t be clueless.  Learn life’s necessities- how to work, clean, garden, cook, etc.
  22. Don’t be afraid or too prideful to occasionally lean on your parents or other trusted people.  Nobody ever said we had to do this alone.
  23. Find the hidden strengths in your weaknesses.
  24. Be a goal oriented person.
  25. Have dreams.

For the complete list of the ways to live a happier life, Click Here.

What would you add to the list of living a Happier Life?
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Super Easy Medallion Art

4/22/2019

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Medallion art is the answer if you are looking for a quick and easy as well as a fun project!

Bring unique and interesting details into your home with carved, ready-made ceiling medallions.

Be creative and think of the possibilities in both design and color!

They can be painted to match or accent any color scheme.
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Photo Credit: Medallion Wall Art

* They’re lightweight and easy to hang.

* They are readily available at home improvement stores.

* It is also easy to update your decor by repainting the medallions as your taste preferences change.

* Hang them in groups for instant interest.

Medallion make a statement in any room!

Source: Click Here
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Be Creative and Innovative with Medallion Art!
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Cute Easter Bunny Cupcakes!

4/20/2019

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These quick and oh, so easy, Easter bunny cupcakes are perfect for Easter as well as for an animal-themed birthday party.

Start with purchased cupcakes or make your own from scratch.

1. Place white decorating frosting into a pastry bag fitted with a multi-opening tip. Pipe frosting onto cupcakes.

2. Sprinkle a work surface with sugar. Use a rolling pin to flatten large white gumdrops; cut or shape long triangles for ears. Press ends of two gumdrop triangles into the frosting near top of each cupcake. Pipe pink icing for insides of ears.

3. Pipe black icing for whiskers. Add a pink jelly bean nose. Pipe white icing for eyes (or use large white round candies); pipe a pupil onto each eye with black icing.

If you prefer brown bunnies, use chocolate frosting and dark gumdrops.

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 Easter Bunny Cupcakes – Perfect to serve at your Easter dinner!

Source: We thank our friends at Better Homes and Gardens for this idea – BHG

Related Easter Post: Easter Cakes
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Can’t Finish Your Taxes on Time?

4/15/2019

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April 15 is here!
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If you can’t finish your taxes on time, relax. You have options.

If you don’t have your documents in order or haven’t made real progress on your tax return, filing for an extension by April 15 sounds like a good idea.

However, getting more time isn’t as simple as it sounds.

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Here are seven things you should know if you can’t finish your taxes on time:

1. You still have to act by April 15. The paperwork is still due on April 15!

2. If you owe money, you have to pay. You’ll need to fill out enough of your tax return to come up with a rough estimate of what you owe. And, send the amount owed to the IRS on time! People filing for a tax extension are still required to pay 90% of what they believe they’ll owe by the April Tax Day deadline.

​3. Failing to file is worse than failing to pay. You don’t want a failure-to-file penalty.  It is usually 5% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month your return is late, up to 25% of your bill.

​4. Your bank may be kinder than Uncle Sam. You may want to pay your taxes with a credit card if you don’t have the cash on hand. The interest and fees may be less.

5. You may not need an extension. File your completed return and pay what you can. Request a short extension of 60 to 120 days to pay. The IRS provides installment payments.

6. If you are owed a refund, you won’t be penalized for not filing.  However, you won’t get your refund until you file your return. So, get your money ASAP!

7. If you’re a chronic procrastinator, the IRS won’t issue your refund.  If you don’t do your taxes for three years, even if you’re owed a refund, the IRS will keep your money. Again, Yikes!!


 Can’t Finish Your Taxes on Time? – There are Solutions!

Source:   Tax Filing Extension

More Financial Info: Social Security Benefits
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Colorado Vacations – Vail

4/8/2019

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Colorado Vacations – Vail!

 Here’s why you want to vacation in Vail:

* Mountain vacationing and easy to get to off I-70.

* Located high up in the Gore Valley and surrounded by the White River National Forest.

* European Alpine village atmosphere (Like being in Europe – No  jet lag).

* Number 1 ski destination in the US – Vail Mountain with over 5000 acres of ski-able terrain, 31 Lifts, 193 Marked Trails (More than enough to satisfy).
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Photo Credit: Vail

* It’s three villages, Vail Village, Lionshead, and Golden Peak, provide access to these trails and lifts.

* Vail Resorts owns three other resorts within easy driving distance: Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone.

* Vail’s own Adventure Ridge offers horseback riding, rock climbing, mini golf, Frisbee golf and ziplines. These activities are fun for the whole family and provide adventures for all ages and ability levels. On Friday, you can take advantage of FAC (Friday Afternoon Club) for free food and drinks as well as live music.

* Low impact skiing (a.k.a. Cross Country Skiing) is plentiful in season, see the Vail Nordic Center  for more.

* Great shopping (Check your credit card balance).

* Restaurants galore with a variety of cuisines.

* Rafting and kayaking.
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Enjoy – Colorado Vacations Vail!
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See more at: Vail Activities

​Related Travel Post: Hot Springs in Colorado
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Yikes! These Foods Have More Sugar Than a Candy Bar!

4/4/2019

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Would you believe that some foods have more sugar than a candy bar?

First of all, did you know that a Snickers Bar has 27 grams of sugar in it?

Whoa…that’s maybe a “once a year” treat! Let’s not stop there because there are 5 seemingly healthy foods (and we could add 100’s more) that have even more sugar than your favorite candy bar.

Here’s the list:

1) Jamba Juice Banana Berry Smoothie (small) Would you believe…60 grams of sugar—that’s huge! “Make it Light” decreases sugar to 32 grams which is still too many.

2) Power Bar Performance Energy Bar in Citrus Burst – Each bar has 29 grams of sugar and 6 grams of protein…the citrus contributes little nutrition value.

3)  Starbucks Greek Yogurt with Honey Parfait – A “sugar bomb” with 30 grams of sugar.  Choose something with fruit which should satisfy your sugar cravings.

4) Craisins – Sugar is added since they are naturally tart. There are 29 grams of sugar in 1/4 cup…better not eat too many!

5) Grape Juice – There is nutritional value to grape juice but it contains a whopping 36 grams for 8 ounces.
The bottom line is Read Labels on all food items so you know what you’re buying. Your healthy lifestyle will thank you for it!

Source: Sugary Foods

Related Post: Healthier Banana Bread

Yes, These Foods Have More Sugar Than a Candy Bar!
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