Dear Friends,

Spring is here! Luckily, here on the Gulf Coast, we had a fairly mild winter, especially in February when the temps were in the 60s and 70s most of the time. If you are like me, outdoor activities revolve around the weather and as I get older that window of opportunity between too cold, just right and too hot is dwindling to a narrow margin, something like 60 to 75 degrees.

Nevertheless, it’s the time of year when some of us realize, oh shoot, I’m going to be wearing a bathing suit very soon and I haven’t started my New Year’s Resolutions yet! It’s time to stop procrastinating and take action.

So… I wanted to share that by the time this letter is published I will be 14 days into my 21-day ‘healthy body’ active reset. I am looking forward to being more active and detoxing on every level, mind-body-spirit. In case you want to cheer me on or better yet, join me, here are my reset objectives:

21 days to…

Lose 9 pounds or one size!

Get moving 30 to 60 minutes a day, 6 days per week.

Eat mostly whole foods that are nutritious, like organic lean meats, fruits and vegetables.

Eliminate alcohol.

Drink only clean hydration—alkaline water or organic cold-pressed juices.

Reduce sugar intake and limit processed foods (including anything with enriched flour).

Pamper my body weekly with massage, mani-pedi, lavender or Epsom soak, infrared sauna (or any other detox actions… suggestions?)

Daily uplifting reading or podcast to inspire a peaceful mind and a joyful heart.

By design, Easter is day 21 of my reset. The day all is made new. On the third day after His death, He rose for me and for you. I hope you will join me in celebration of making all things new.

May God bless you and keep you,

 

Michelle Smith, Publisher

Letters to the Editor: This is the spot in the magazine where conversation with readers are invited and nurtured. Your comments and questions about the contents of this publication are invited and may be printed here. 

Here are a couple of notes I received last month that gave me joy!