If you aren’t accustomed to shopping from local farms, the transition is…different. When you are a grocery store shopper, you can find a recipe, go to the store for your ingredients and get everything in one location. (Usually.) When practicing Seasonal Eating, you receive an ingredient, THEN figure out what to do with it. The […]
Read MoreDuring quarantine 2020, parents everywhere had a ‘come to Jesus’ meeting with themselves. Some admitted that their kids were turds and felt waves of empathy for teachers across the world. Others were unwilling to face some facts and soaked themselves in Chardonnay and nachos. (This would be me.) Really though, almost ALL of my momma-friends […]
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A few years ago my husband and I started going to the farmer’s market every weekend. We had a new Puppy that needed to be socialized and I LOVE cooking so it was the perfect set-up. I learned how to eat in season and came to appreciate the value of fresh, local food. I, once, […]
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Happy New -DECADE,- Y’all! Not sure about you but, it’s been one hell of an end to 2010’s over here. I’m not sure if the excitement from the holidays has me buzzing or if the promise of a new beginning is most intriguing but this January 1st finds me with hope and inspiration! Ushering in […]
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Self-care. That word conjures images of bubble baths, pampering and massages; but, truly, self-care is so much more than these indulgences. While amazing for reducing stress, these things will only give you temporary results if Self-Care does not become a habit. I recently read an article from Forbes Magazine on LinkedIn proposing that Self-Care is […]
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If you read our previous blog post, you now know what areas in your life that you are looking to fulfill. It’s now time to take action by buying your materials and assembling your board. Things you will need to complete your Vision Board: * Your board * Your Adhesives- Glue, tape, thumbtacks and or […]
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What is a vision board? A vision board is a collage of mixed images affixed to any sort of board for the things you want to attract info your life. It will be the visual representation of your goals and your timeline- will your board will give you a visual representation to help you focus […]
Read MoreHi, y’all!!! My name is Brandi McRill- your hostess here at The Flourishing Times. My husband, Jack, and I live in Cypress, TX- A growing community outside of Houston. Here is a picture of Jack and I this past August in Roatan, Honduras: While you won’t always find us in crystal clear water you will […]
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