"Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home." - Edith Sitwell Week 1 winter vegetables like kale, Brussels sprouts, carrots, and sweet potatoes are in peak season, offering a rich supply of … Continue reading Week 1 nutrition & recipes
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Week 1 creativity & development
"There are years that ask questions and years that answer."- Zora Neale Hurston Week 1, the fresh start inspires new beginnings and creative ventures. Let's dive into projects like crafting, painting, or writing that we've always wanted to try. Set personal goals for the year, focusing on areas for growth and self-improvement. Use vision boards … Continue reading Week 1 creativity & development
Week 1 farm & pets
"Oh the fun of arriving at a house and feeling the spark that tells you that you are going to have a good time."- Mark Hampton Week 1 ensure all animals continue to have warm, dry shelters and access to unfrozen water. Increase feed and hay rations to help them generate body heat. Regularly check … Continue reading Week 1 farm & pets
Week 1 exercise & fitness
“Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.” - Plato Kicking off Week 1, we can enjoy winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding, combining fitness with a little adventure. Home workouts using online platforms are a good option as well, … Continue reading Week 1 exercise & fitness
Week 1 Personal Care & Beauty
"I don't believe makeup and the right hairstyle alone can make a woman beautiful. This most radiant woman in the room is the one full of life and experience." - Sharon Stone Week 1 of the year is perfect for refreshing your personal care and beauty routines. Start by updating your skincare regimen to combat … Continue reading Week 1 Personal Care & Beauty
Week 1 sleep & wellness
"And now let us welcome the New Year Full of things that have never been." - Rainer Maria Rilke Week 1 marks a fresh start. As winter continues, ensure your bedroom is cozy and conducive to sleep by using warm blankets and maintaining a comfortable temperature. Embrace shorter daylight hours by creating a consistent bedtime … Continue reading Week 1 sleep & wellness
Week 1 home & finances
"If a home doesn't make sense, nothing does."- Henrietta Ripperger Week 1 ensure your home remains winter-ready by checking insulation, weatherproofing windows and doors, and servicing heating systems when needed. Organize financial records, set a budget, and review expenses to start the year on solid footing. Use this week for DIY home projects or learning … Continue reading Week 1 home & finances
Week 1 gardening & birding
"Awake, O north wind, and come thou south! Blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow out..."- Song of Solomon 4:16 Week 1 of the year brings gardening preparations as we consider which seeds to start indoors. For Zone 4 gardeners, this is a great time to research cold-hardy plants, like coneflowers and … Continue reading Week 1 gardening & birding