So…a confession: Even we at Fresh Living occasionally (ha!) indulge in some good, old-fashioned whining. Most of the time, since we live and work in different states, this takes place online via instant messenger, and as often as not, our sessions usually quickly evolve from pity-parties into fun word plays, gratitude lists, or words that…

I’m not sure you can see (or smell, too bad for you) the enticing black specs suspended in the glaze that floats over this Meyer lemon-thyme pound cake.  But trust me, they’re there – and they come from vanilla bean paste, my new best friend and the perfect thing to discuss on Foodie Friday! My…

In her beautiful “Healing Foods to Balance Your Chakras” gallery, Deanna Minich writes, “The heart chakra emits a loving, compassionate rhythm that translates pure feeling into emotional wisdom, discernment, and kindness. A healthy heart chakra will funnel love into a healing salve for all, including self, others, and the planet.” Feed your heart chakra by…

Um, seriously?  I’ve watched this video about 10 times today, and I snork with laughter each time. Not only have these pugs mastered the adorable “you are saying words that I understand” head-tilt, they’re sporting the names Mabel, Minnie, and Max–which just makes me imagine them as sweet old Jewish siblings looking forward to lunch…

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