Chai Time Chatter

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚.
🙋‍♀️ 𝗜 𝗮𝗺 𝗮 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿!

Most samples or testers will sit in iny cupboard until they expire or I get tired of them collecting dust and just throw them out.

This month I decided am going to pull out all my samples and actually use them

I would look at the samples taking up space and think to myself I'll use them 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝘆.

What someday I was waiting for 🤷‍♀️ I don't know.

Well I had to make that someday happen and it was fairly easy to do I tell ya.

Here are the the 3 wasy steps

1️⃣ Grab the sample packet
2️⃣ Rip it open
3️⃣ Use it

So simple right?
To my amazement it doesn't require any special ritual!!

What I've done now is I've put away all my regular everyday go to skin care items and pulled out all the samples I have which are quite a few and have started using them And I tell you there something about finishing a product that leaves you lighter as if a whole lot of weight has been lifted off your shoulders.

🌟 What type samples or special items you are hoarding or saving for 𝗦𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗔𝗬?
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Samples | Declutter | Use your stuff

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Life update

Our health, the best gift we have and we don't fully appreciate it until something is out of balance and the wheels aren't going around and around as they should.

I've been struggling with extreme pain to back of my knee for almost two months, which it seems like is because of inflamed varicose veins caused by which I believe was a workout injury, but I don't know that for sure all I know is that I'm not able to do the things I once enjoyed doing.

Good thing is it seems to be on the mend now. Inflammation has gone down, some days are better than others, it's all good 😊

Since I'm working in the supplement world I have to share the supplements I have been using to bring down inflammation and yes most of these were approved and recommended by my doctor.

Serrapeptase - reduces inflammation and pain

Circuvein - I swear by this product for varicose veins.... I find relief with in 30 - 60 mintues.

Curcumin - inflammation

Fish oils - inflammation

Magnesium Bisglycinate - to relax the tight muscles and be able to sleep without wincing through out the night..

Advil here and there as needed.

Massages therapy - I've never had these many massages in my whole entire life!!

Chiropractor - because I am favouring one leg over the other it's also throwing my back out of balance.

I am also looking into Laser therapy, has anyone tried it for pain or varicose veins?

Looking forward to longer and sunnier days ahead!!

📍Central Park, NYC

Winter getaway... enroute to warmer and sunnier skies. We may have frozen our buns off but you wouldn't know that from the smiles plastered (frozen) on our faces but totally

📍 Central Park, NYC





Humour me....in your world do you call it a toque or a beanie?

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Why do we do this? Plus the fire works never really look the same on the video anyways!
Something we can leave in 2023…📸

It was a beautiful day today. Did I go for a walk on the peir? No, I didn't, but did I go for brunch at my sister's house? Yes, I did.
I'm actually currently at work on my 15 min break writing this, so if you are beating yourself up already screwing up your day one please don't. Yes it's a new year and a new month but any day can be one.

I'm currently at the stage of my life where I am comfortable with the status quo but taking care of my health is important to me and I do like to set small goals to keep myself engaged and active.

What is the biggest goal that I've set for myself this year?

Drink more 💦. Yep it's still a goal that I struggle with. Why, though? I've used apps and reminders to help remind me, but they just become background noise after awhile. Plus water doesn't cost me an arm and leg like the lattes do then why do I not drink enough water 🤔

One thing that somewhat does work for me is pen and paper (pic 2). Tick it off as you go along.

Enough of my rant, what is that one thing that you struggle with if anything? or am I the only flawed one here?

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Just the dip you need!
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This Creamy Feta Dip is so easy to prepare: just whip it up in a blender and serve with your choice of veggies or bread crisps for scooping. It’s equally delicious spread on crostini and topped with bruschetta.

WHAT YOU NEED:
〰️1 1/4 cups (310 mL) 2% cottage cheese
〰️3/4 cup (180 mL) coarsely crumbled feta cheese
〰️1/2 cup (125 mL) plain yogurt
〰️1 small garlic clove, peeled, smashed, and minced
〰️1 tsp (5 mL) lemon zest
〰️2 Tbsp (30 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
〰️1 Tbsp (15 mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice
〰️1 1/2 Tbsp (22 mL) liquid honey
〰️Generous pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

TOPPINGS
〰️extra-virgin olive oil, chopped fresh mint or parsley,
〰️toasted chopped pistachios, or pomegranate seeds (optional)

HOW TO MAKE IT:
In high-speed blender, combine all ingredients except honey, crushed red pepper flakes, and toppings. Whirl until dip is creamy and smooth, scraping down sides of bowl as you go. Using spatula, spread out in shallow bowl, creating swirls.

Drizzle with honey and scatter with crushed red pepper flakes followed by toppings of choice. Serve with crusty bread, crisp vegetables, or pita chips for dipping.

Makes 2 1/4 cups (560 mL).

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🌟 Just sitting here embracing the present and looking forward to the New Year.
May it be 𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹, may it be 𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝘁 and most of all may it be everything you've 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁.

I thank you and am truly grateful to all of you for supporting me in my crazy corner on IG. Here's to more laughter, connection, and Chai Time Chatter in the coming year! 🍵

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