18 September 2015

The Beautifully Creative Inspired Link Party!





Welcome to the second week of The Beautifully Creative Inspired Link Party - this is a weekly party where bloggers and readers can be inspired by creative, informational and fun posts from tons of blogs around the web. You will find yummy recipes, awesome creative projects and many more. It is also a great way to meet and mingle with bloggers you find here. Best of all, the posts you share at this link party will be shown on 5 different blogs! Can you say “Show me the Traffic!”


We are so glad to have everyone (new visitors and returning party goers from City of Links - Link Party) joining us this week and I am especially glad to have these lovely ladies hosting this party with me.

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This week my youngest daughter moved out after being home for almost two years. She moved in with us after a bad relationship. I am so happy that she is able to move on to the next phase of her life, with a new man. So I have so many books from doing reviews and we have Irish collections, Civil War collections and history (Elizabethan I and The Tudor) collections. House is getting cluttered. So we found two $200 bookcases for $20. What a steal that was, they were extremely heavy and a pain to put together, but well worth it. So no we have a mini library/computer room.


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THE VERY BEST (AND HEALTHIEST!) CINNAMON SUGAR BREAKFAST MUFFINS

I love to bake and I saw these at last week's Linky Party and thought they looked like the perfect little muffin. So good looking!


These look really good too!

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Renewal "Anytime" 10 Day Detox by Lisa Consiglio Ryan Book Tour!


Lose weight, energize, and glow with over 50 recipes and complete 10 day detox plan. This whole foods cleanse includes detailed menu plan, shopping list, and bonus recipes to make after your cleanse. Renewal "Anytime" also includes pre-detox plan, daily instructions, FAQ's, and post-detox next steps.

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Welcome!   Are you ready to get your detox on? 

I have so many exciting things in store for you.

If you need a quick pick-me-up after vacation or a binge weekend, Renewal “Anytime” is a perfect body reboot. You can also use this detox if you need to look amazing fast for a wedding, reunion, or big event.

Before you embark on your detox journey, I want to talk about the word BALANCE.

Ahhhh, balance. 

You are told to strive for balance in your life. In my opinion, that’s pretty difficult to accomplish. There are so many outside sources that can get you out of whack with life: new job, moving, marriage, trips, environmental toxins…the list is endless.

You can’t control every single thing in your life. You can, however, control what you put into your body and how you deal with stress. 

That’s why I developed the Renewal “Anytime” 10 Day Detox. Think of this plan as a clean living jumpstart. You will start with eating clean, whole foods. You will also incorporate exercise, breathing and even dry brushing and massage.

Let’s call it a RE-BALANCE. 

Your body is always striving for balance to keep you in optimum health, physically, mentally and emotionally. Even things like the changing seasons, nature and being around other people can move you away from the balance your body craves.

Physically, your blood needs to be at a pH level of 7.365. Have you ever heard of acidity and alkalinity? Maybe in a biology class way back? I don’t want to go into a big science lesson. What I first want you to know is something extremely important—your body loves you. Your body works hard to keep you alive.

With that love in mind, it is valuable to know that your body becomes more acidic over time due to consuming a lot of caffeine, sugar and processed foods, as well as exposure to environmental toxins like pesticides, and most of all stress. The acidity leads to inflammation.

Inflammation leads to chronic disease. 

Not good. We don’t want any of that. Doing a gentle cleanse is a great way to re-balance your body by pumping in alkaline foods such as dark leafy greens, veggies and fruits and taking some “me” time.

Managing stress is also a way to help your body re-balance. Try yoga, meditation or breathing exercises over the next 10 days. Or, even easier, while eating your lunch, try sitting still for 5 minutes without the TV on, texting or reading a magazine. Your body is striving for balance so make sure to participate in activities that are relaxing and soulful; alkaline activities.

While your body is working to keep you healthy make sure to get a re-balance once in awhile to help her out. You can reuse this plan after your cleanse. Use the recipes and tips to give your body a reboot each season or when you feel out of whack. Remember that having perfect balance isn’t really doable, but you can get pretty darn close by following the steps in this plan.

I’m so excited to be on this wellness journey with you. Have an amazing detox experience and keep in mind this is not about perfection but about getting a chance to RE-BALANCE.

With love,
Lisa x

Renewal “Anytime” Detox…How It Works Renewal “Anytime” Detox is for 10 days…10 days of discovering new things about your body. How glorious!

Here’s how it works: 
  • Read this entire book, cover to cover, before you head to the grocery store. 
  • Check your pantry. Do you have leftover quinoa or a spices that can be used for the cleanse? 
  • Don’t go and buy extra items. Stick to the list, especially if you have a budget. You might have some of the ingredients hanging out in your cupboard or fridge. *Most items can be found at a natural food store. Just ask anyone in the produce section or bulk section for items you are looking for. Don’t take a lot of time searching for items. Ask for help. *I like to buy my grains like quinoa in the bulk section of the grocery store; saves me a little cash plus I can get the right amount I need for a recipe. 
  • Make sure to follow the Daily Practices such as breathing and dry brushing so you have an overall holistic experience with your detox. 
  • Journal during your cleanse to jot down feelings, observations, etc… This is a nice way to get to know your body better and make that body-mind connection even stronger. 
  • Use the “Return to Life” section of this book to ease back after detox. Make sure to focus on what foods you don’t need or just want to introduce slowly. This packet can guide you towards a plan afterwards. As you know, each person is uniquely different, so customize your next steps per your body, schedule, and lifestyle. 
  • Use the BONUS recipes after your detox to keep the glow going. These recipes will also help you ease back into “regular life” without shocking your system.

Guest Book Review by Rachel Quaill

Health Benefits of this Plan Outweigh the Fear of Change

As soon as I started reading the first page I thought, okay I can do this. Lisa Consiglio

Ryan, the author of “Renewal ‘Anytime’ 10 Day Detox”, wrote the introduction in such a

person-to-person manner that you could have literally been in the same room with her

while she cheered you on. The beginning points that Consiglio made on the importance

of detoxing and cleansing your system regularly quickly grabbed your attention and got

you excited about beginning this journey towards a better you.

The more I read I realized that she was there as a professional health guide that

explained the process in a very clear and smooth way. People loath the word diet,

however her approach to getting you on board was to make it a life choice with nothing

but positive benefits, so why wouldn’t you want to take a dive into what can be a scary

life experience of detoxing. We are all so habituated into our lifestyle, which revolves

around food, changing that, even for 10 days, is not an easy task.

The fact that it is only 10 days makes this detoxing plan completely doable. Even more

inspiring are the amazing recipes! I am definitely going to incorporate those recipes into

my family’s regular meals throughout the week. Especially when we have been binging

on “Animal protein”. If anything else this book is worth the read just for those tasty

recipes that will truly make you wonder what was holding you back from trying this

foolproof detox plan.

Consiglio’s straightforward approach and yummy recipes will make this detox plan a

regular part of your life. She describes that you should try detoxing once every season

and the importance it may make in how you feel about yourself mentally and physically.

The health benefits surely outweigh the fear you may have of changing your bad habits

for 10 days out of every season or before a special event.
About the Author
Lisa Consiglio Ryan is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and founder of Whole Health Designs.  She is also a mom, triathlete, yoga lover and green juice drinker.

After spending years struggling with a growing arsenal of health-destroying conditions that ranged from fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, candida and rosacea to cystitis and tons of allergies, she decided to turn to nutrition and lifestyle to reclaim her health. Then pursuing her education with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, she turned her personal quest into her vocation with the launch of Whole Health Designs. Lisa provides seasonal detox programs, meal planning and private coaching for those who desire to embrace “clean living. “ She also provides juice cleanses to local clients and leads wellness retreats in Costa Rica.

As a nationally acclaimed wellness expert, Lisa has worked with thousands in her Renewal 10 Day Detox programs. Her work has been featured in Fox45 News, Fitness Magazine, TinyBuddha, Elephant Journal, Kris Carr's Crazy Sexy Life , Good Life Project, The Daily Meal, and Mind Body Green. She is also the author of her new book, Go Clean, Sexy You: Your Seasonal Detox and Clean Eating Guide will be available late 2015.

"My personal mission is to spread the word~ FOOD IS LOVE. The more whole, REAL foods we eat, the more REAL we become. Imagine how we can change the world by transitioning to the clean life together. I would love you to join me!"

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Recipes to try!

Bean, Pea, and Leek Soup

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 large leek (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
1 tsp. chopped mint
1 cup frozen peas
1 15 oz. can navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups vegetable broth

Directions:
In a large pot over medium heat, sauté leek and mint in oil for 5 minutes. 
Add peas, beans, and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 
uncovered for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Serve.

Serves 2


Sweet Potato Salad

Ingredients:

1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 apple, cored and sliced
½ yellow onion, finely chopped
¼ cup chopped cilantro
½ avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed
2 Tbsp. pumpkin seeds

Directions:

Place chopped sweet potato in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring 
to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. Transfer to a colander and rinse under 
cold water. Drain well and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine oil, lime juice, apple, onion, and cilantro. Add 
avocado and cooked sweet potatoes. Toss, top with seeds, and serve.

Serves 1-2
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17 September 2015

The Brotherhood by Daithi Kavanagh Review! #TheBrotherhood #DaithiKavanagh


About the Book

Detective Tadhg Sullivan’s life seems to be falling apart, since being shifted to Clare from Dublin after falling out with the Minister for Justice and the Garda Commissioner. His partner (Journalist Helen Carty) has moved out, unable to live with his bouts of depression and periodic alcoholism. He finds himself once again alone in a world that doesn’t understand him. 

Suddenly Sullivan is knocked out of his lethargy when a teenage girl goes missing not far from Ennis where he has been stationed. Sullivan is asked to lead the hunt by the local Superintendent and is catapulted into a world of unimaginable horror. He is confronted by Lord Charles Cromwell the leader of a sadistic cult (The Brotherhood) that derives its pleasures from the torture and murder of young women. 

Sullivan’s investigation is once again hampered by political interference. As he fights his way through one bureaucratic obstacle after another he discovers that The Brotherhoods tentacles have not only reached into corridors of power in Ireland but, they are being protected by powerful politicians worldwide. 

To cut through this protective ring of steel Sullivan finds himself having to engage with some strange bed fellows. Which included an ex-CIA agent (Simon Horowitz) who had saved his partners life during his last investigation and an IRA leader (Rory O’Connor) who has recently been released from prison. 

Will this strange combination be able to destroy The Brotherhood before their murderous reign takes another young life or will Lord Cromwell destroy Sullivan and everything he loves?


The Author

Daithi Kavanagh was born in May 1958 and lives in Trinity, Wexford, Ireland with his wife and two teenage children. He has worked as a musician up until 2012 when due to the recession the work 'dried up'. He then went back to adult education and is now studying for a degree in Irish Culture and Heritage Studies at Wexford Campus. 'The Gun' is his first book in 'The Tadhg Sullivan Series'. He has just completed his second book in the series 'The Brotherhood' and is working on a third book.

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This, The Brotherhood by Irish author Daithi Kavanagh, is the second in the series. I have read both and eagerly await the third one that Mr.Kavanagh is working on.

Because Detective Tadhg Sullivan has kind of a different way than other detectives in solving crimes, he has been reassigned to Clare from Dublin and has been assigned a case regarding a missing girl. He has a team that has been reassigned with him, amidst grumbling Tadhg and his team set out to find the missing girl.

They find the girl but can not figure out who took her and it takes the help of a friend of Tadhg's, ex-CIA agent Simon Horowitz and an IRA leader who has just gotten out of prison. The investigation leads them to a cultish group called The Brotherhood, a secret society that kidnaps and murders young women.

Tadhg had been living with his partner Helen Carty, a journalist, but she had a hard time with his penchant for alcohol and his bouts of depression and left. They still have a relationship, but it can't go anywhere until Tadhg realizes that he has a problem. Even though he has a drinking problem, that does not deter him from getting to the truth of The Brotherhood.

Like the previous book, The Gun, The Brotherhood moves right along and has all the elements of a great mystery, flawed people, interfering bureaucrats, and a secret society that will do anything, including murder to remain secret. But with a persistent detective on the case the bad guys will get theirs. I enjoyed the story and like I said before, look forward to the next in the series. I give this 5 stars because it is definitely worth it!

I received a copy of the book for review and was not monetarily compensated for my thoughts.







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