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.

G-Free Breakfasts & Back to School

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

I don’t usually cross post newsletters from my other website, Harriswholehealth.com but this seemed like a fun one to share. Breakfasts Back to School Events, an heirloom tomato and avocado salsa recipe & more Breakfasts I’m sure I’m not the … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday: Plums!

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

I’ve missed menu planning, and I’m glad to be hosting this week.  Much of my posting efforts lately were directed towards our July Self-Care Retreat (recap here!). I must admit, much of my free time has gone into watching the … Continue reading →

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A July Self-Retreat Recap

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

It was a fantastic month and I loved seeing all of the great posts, and extra support for taking and making time for self-care. We’ve also had a fantastic, active and fun Facebook group. Thank you all–everyone who participated by … Continue reading →

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Moments of Peace: Inward Reflection Roundup–July Self-Care

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

Yes, I’ve noticed that August has rolled around, but don’t worry, I won’t let that stop me from posting on the July Self-Care Retreat.  I figure since Iris’  (week on Inward reflection just started on Saturday we can push for … Continue reading →

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Things to make you say “om” (meditation & mindfulness resources)

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

We’re on the final week of the July Self-Care Retreat and the topic this week is inward reflection.  Our hostess this week is Iris of the Daily Dietribe and she’s posted on a 5 minute self-care scan. If you’re in … Continue reading →

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Self-Care through Creativity-Photos and Gardening

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

As we are coming up to the 4th week of the July self-care retreat, Iris of the Daily Dietribe will be posting on self-care through inward reflection. I see gardening as one part creativity, one part reflection.  It isn’t my … Continue reading →

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Self-Care through Creativity & an Ooey, Gooey Chocolate Chip Pie Recipe

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

Self-Care through Cookies ahem! Creativity & an Ooey, Gooey Chocolate Chip Pie Recipe I have been thoroughly enjoying our July Self-Care Retreat with my fellow hosts: Valerie of City Life Eats,  Shirley of GFE,  Carrie of Ginger Lemon Girl, Iris … Continue reading →

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Surrender–July Self Care Retreat

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

Surrender: Self-Care through Letting Go Since we’re in the midst of the July Self-Care retreat, I wanted to share this story. I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one with difficulty switching my brain to “off” when necessary. I had … Continue reading →

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July Self-Care Retreat–Movement

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

Shirley of GFE is our hostess for this week with the theme of movement, and do go and check out her great post on how to get movement with an inventive way to improve her glutes. For those of you … Continue reading →

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Food restrictions as self-care

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

On the surface, “restricting” and “self-care” sound like polar opposites and I know this is such a core issue that so many of us experience in the gluten-free community.  Generally we think of restrictions as a way of saying “no”, … Continue reading →

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