AUGUST ANXIETY?
End Summer with a Blast!
AUGUST 2011
In This Issue
AUGUST ANXIETY
SPARE MOMENTS QUOTE
RECIPE
THANK YOU
PATTI! 
GARDEN FRESH RAW SQUASH RAVIOLI
GARDEN FRESH RAW SQUASH RAVIOLI

SO, I HAVE A WONDERFUL FRIEND IN MARYLAND YOU SEE, WHO THOUGHT OF ME, WHEN THE TIME CAME FOR PICKIN'. ZUCCHINI, SQUASH, HERBS, A VARIETY OF EDIBLE FLOWERS AND THE BEST BLACKBERRIES I'VE EVER HAD MADE UP HER BAG.  ALL FOR ME, ALL FOR ME, YIPPEE!
THANK YOU PATTY I ATE EVERYTHING SO QUICKLY I FORGOT TO TAKE PICTURES!

 

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Chelly's Tips for Conquering August Anxiety

 

Hope your enjoying your summer as much as I am!  Try not to fret over kids moving out and on to college, new schools, work schedules, bills or all that life can throw at you in a single day.  Instead relax and exercise!  Sounds strange, but we are all too busy and we need to take more time to relax no matter how guilty we feel about it.  After you make time for relaxation, add exercise to your schedule.  Exercise helps to release tension, purge impurities and boost your mood.  Clear your mind with exercise and then conquer your "to do list" in a relaxed state, after your shower of course!  

 

Guard well your spare moments. They are like uncut diamonds. Discard them and their value will never

be known. Improve them and they will become the brightest gems in a useful life.

 

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

 

Relaxation and Exercise

 

Summer is often a time for serious play, time off and deep relaxation. Many of us use the summertime to rebuild

our reserves for the rest of the busy year. In our work-crazed society we can lose sight of the benefits of slowing down and taking time to rest. Now that summer is in full swing, it's time to enjoy the restorative powers of

reconnecting to your body through movement and relaxation.

 

The body loves to move. Even though our body is healthiest when it is getting appropriate physical activity, we often feel dread and boredom when we hear the word "exercise". Think for a moment of what type of movement you would consider fun as opposed to torturous. Perhaps you loathe the idea of a gym, but miss taking dance classes. Maybe you secretly want to try yoga or rollerblading. You could play touch football with your

kids, walk with a neighbor in the mornings or go for a swim. The summer offers so many choices - it's simply up to you to choose which style of movement excites you. Your heart will thank you, your soul will be gratified, your limbs will be more fluid and you'll sleep better at night.  

 

Summer is a unique time of year when we can do both our relaxation and our movement out in nature. Take a

nap in a hammock and enjoy the smell of freshly cut grass. Go to the park and meditate or read under a favorite tree. One of the greatest places to rest in the summertime is by the water. There is something magical and restorative in water, and we naturally crave to be near it, by it or in it. Heading to the water, whether it is the

beach, a lake or a kiddy pool, can be relaxing and rejuvenating.  

 

Whether you are relaxing, exercising or both, notice that being outside in nature has a profound way of quieting

the mind and reconnecting us to ourselves. Often this relaxation and peace of mind are what our bodies crave

the most. So while summer is with us, strap on your sandals and enjoy the rich elements of sun, wind and water and the nourishment that they bring.

  

Food Focus: Water
Most of us are unaware of the importance of drinking enough water. Getting our daily dose of water helps our organs perform their functions, keeps our skin clear and hydrated, and allows physical action in our bodies to flow smoothly. Even with this knowledge, it can still be challenging to drink all the water our bodies deserve daily. In the summer, when we tend to play hard, sweat and spend prolonged time in the sun, drinking plenty
of water is critical. Those who are not drinking enough may experience poor digestion, sluggish thinking, skin breakouts, headaches, bad breath and general fatigue.   
 If the taste of plain water is unappealing, experiment to see how you can make it tasty and drinkable. Try adding a few mint leaves, a wedge of lemon, a sprig of parsley, slices of cucumber, a twist of lime or a squeeze of orange to make water more tempting, or to jazz up your routine. Also, drinking tea or fresh juice and eating raw fruits and vegetables contribute to the hydration process. So, splash in the waves, swim in the sun, drink plenty of water and enjoy the summer fun!
 


Sun Tea   

Prep time: 2 minutes

Uncook time: 24 hours

Yield: 2 liters  

 

Ingredients:  

3-4 tea bags of your choice

water

 

Directions:  

1.  Fill an extra-large mason jar with water, add 3 or 4 of your favorite tea bags and cover with lid.

2.  Place in sun for one full day and let the shining rays pour in heat and energy, bringing out the wonderful tea flavors.  

3.  Sweeten if so desired with natural sweetener and serve at room temperature or cold over ice.
Note: Garnish with mint leaves or lemon wedge.

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