Author Archives: Cheryl Harris

About Cheryl Harris

Life played a funny trick on me. I've studied nutrition for years, and much to my surprise, found out that I could manage many of my health issues via diet. I've been GF for years, and I've got a bunch of allergies and sensitivities. But it definitely doesn't keep me from cooking, baking and enjoying my food. Thanks for stopping by.

Gratitude for Interweb Goodness: Day 15

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Okay, since it’s Dec 15th, I’m almost half way through 31 days of Gratitude for the December Self-Care Retreat! I didn’t know what I was going to write about today, and then I saw this collection of awesome pictures… Buzzfeed: … Continue reading →

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Grateful for Pomegranates! Day 14

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I adore pomegranates. It’s kinda goofy how much I love them. I get excited when they show up in September, and sad when they disappear, but at least I know when the go away that Spring is on its way, … Continue reading →

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Peaceful day gratitude: Day 13

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I got to stay home today. It wasn’t a day off by any stretch, because I was grading papers, filing insurance and all that stuff, but it was a day when I didn’t have to think about traffic, driving, or … Continue reading →

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Ah, grateful: Day 12

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Short and sweet: I’m grateful for the massage I got today! I’ve made a point of getting monthly massages this year, and it’s been a wonderful thing. More on the December Sanity Retreat & Contests The holidays can be a … Continue reading →

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Grateful for Resiliance: Day 11

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

So we had no power Mon or Tues. And we lost power again Weds. It’s such a relief that it’s back, hopefully to stay this time! It’s been beautiful to see how I’ve been able to cope with it. I’m … Continue reading →

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Grateful for everyday miracles: Day 9 and 10

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Maybe heat and water aren’t technically miracles, but when they go away, it sure feels like they are! I have a good excuse for not posting yesterday: we lost power. And heat. And water. There was icing in the area … Continue reading →

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Grateful for Acts of Kindness: Day 8

Posted on December 8, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

Our December Sanity Retreat moves onward, and this week’s hostess is Kate of Eat, Recycle, Repeat. She’s starting a personal journey as well to perform as many acts as kindness as she can in the next 25 days! She’s also … Continue reading →

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Grateful for apples! Day 7

Posted on December 7, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I absolutely adore apples, and I think that’s part of growing up in NY. I’m also very particular about the apples that I like. The quintessential NY apple, of course, is a Mc Intosh, but they don’t grow around here. … Continue reading →

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Grateful for new experiences: Day 6

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

I just finished teaching the 2nd semester of a grad class on Mindful Eating and Nourishment. I love to teach, and it’s definitely been a learning experience for me because it’s so different from all the other classes I’ve taught. … Continue reading →

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Grateful for beautiful weather

Posted on December 5, 2013 by Cheryl Harris

 I love warm weather. Love love love. And today it was warm. Lusciously, beautifully warm…it even went up to the 70s! The warmth feels liberating, it feels freeing. I realized that I am often bracing myself when it’s cold, and … Continue reading →

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