Like to sleep in a cool room but don't like cold feet? Just before bedtime, slip a hot water bottle between your sheets. It will jumpstart your body's natural warming of your mattress, and you'll sleep cozy all night long! Don't have one? Check out this link on Amazon! (Not sponsored, either!)



Are your January clothes still fighting your December indulgences? Choose a meal a day to exchange for fruits and veggies. Switch it up, breakfast one day, lunch another, and occasionally dinner. No salt or added sugars, and your December indulgences will melt away like that!


Social events don't stop with the new year! When you receive an invite, ask what you can bring. Food, a board game, or a favorite song (CDs, are they even still a thing?). If you play a hand-held instrument, ask if it's appropriate. If it is, you'll arrive with fun in your hand!


You may never have heard of this edible root, but this January, give it a try in salads, casseroles, and more! You can even use it to flavor up your morning coffee! You may be familiar with chicory greens by the names of endive, escarole, and radicchio. Look for crisp, green leaves that are uniform in color. If you see new growth, give it a pass. It's past its prime. Experiment and enjoy the flavor!


Who are we kidding? Special stationary always makes for a more enjoyable note to someone. Choose something funny or fancy, online or from a shop ... you'll feel better (and so will your reader!) when you send your thoughts on fancy paper! Scribble away 'cause you've got lots to say!