Choices
Choices are so hard for me:
What to do? And what to see?
What to drink? And what to eat?
How to think and who to meet;
When to speak and what to say?
When to work and when to play?
I do know that it’s, as they say,
Better to let come what may!
And, besides, those questions seem
To solve themselves, with Age Esteem!
Written for AgeEsteem® by Alexandra Taylor
Tummy Troubles
Everyone has digestive inconveniences at one time or another, and there are many. Gastric pain, stomach burning reflux and bloating are among them.
There are things you can be do to prevent them. What one eats is both the primary instigator and the solution to the problem. Too many fats affect the liver. Water eliminates fat from the liver, so drinking it regularly is a good start. However, stay away from carbonated drinks; they increase bloating. Also lack of exercise and stress promote digestive problems
Eating well is the answer. Unfortunately, the things we seem to love are the worst culprits such as sausages, fried foods like French fries, and cakes. Fruits and vegetables and non-fatty meat are the solution, although excessive acid can increase problems so attention should be given to some fruits.
Eating smaller portions several times a day seems to help as opposed to three bigger meals at one sitting.
Grandma Nature
Time Is Running By
Time is running by so fast
Now it’s Now, and then it’s past!
Soon it’s going to be tomorrow,
Time is something you can’t borrow –
It is a gift: a daily “present”!
Open it and become resplendent.
Day by day you are a beam:
Light and bright with Age Esteem.
Written for AgeEsteem© by Alexandra Taylor
The Enchanting Marigold
Crush a marigold flower and smell it. You will find it so enchanting. The smell is wonderful.
This happy little flower is very helpful in treating skin conditions such as sores and rough skin. A compress of marigold flowers also calms irritated and itchy eyes.
Grandma Nature
Merry, Merry
Merry, merry’s NOT contrary,
But how to feel most days.
Cheery, cheery’s far from dreary
As you went your ways.
Upbeat, upbeat, tap your two feet,
And swing your life in tune.
Repeat, repeat: “Life’s a great treat,”
It’s over much too soon.
Written for AgeEsteem® by Alexandra Taylor
Grandmother’s Secret
Grandmother’s secret, Soda bicarbonate – good old fashion Baking Soda, is a miracle for many uses. It has no chemicals – completely natural – and very, very inexpensive. It was used to wash fruits and vegetables in former times.
Baking Soda absorbs bad smells be they in the refrigerator or on rugs, whitens teeth, cleans combs, gives cut flowers a longer life and eliminates wine spots. A box of baking soda in the refrigerator will keep food longer and tasting fresher. It cleans the bottom of pots and pans when they are burned.
A bath with baking soda is so relaxing. – Try one to enhance your age esteem.
Keep several boxes of baking soda on hand. It will probably work for whatever you wish!
Grandma Nature
Summer’s Here!
Summer’s here!
Weather’s fair,
Time for cheer,
Abandon cares.
Make it clear,
Here and there,
That you don’t fear
Life’s wear and tear!
Written by Alexandra Taylor for AgeEsteem®
Apricots For Healthy Aging
Apricots are loaded with vitamins A, B3, B5, C, and K. Beta carotene, so necessary for control of cataracts and macular degeneration, is also a component of this versatile little fruit. Minerals found in apricots are copper, magnesium, potassium and phosphorous.
Used to make tarts and jams, they are also delicious when eaten raw. When fresh apricots are not in season, dried apricots provide a powerhouse of healthy ingredients.
Grandma Nature
A Person With Style!
Wow! There is a person with style!
Her presence makes everyone smile!
She’s as young as she seems
Filled with ageless esteem,
Her life is a journey worthwhile.
All it takes is a mind set for joy.
It will come, and you’ll feel, well, Oh, Boy!
“Why didn’t I show
My most inner glow
And appeal, instead of annoy?”
Written by Alexandra Taylor for AgeEsteem®
Sunshine For Age Esteem
The sunshine is very good for you at every stage in life.
Latest studies have shown that it is an important factor in many ways to improving health at all ages. It increases the immune system, aids in preventing aging of the eyes, and reduces the level of heart disease, as has been found in many Mediterranean countries. Above all, sunshine enhances your mood. This in turn can play an active role in influencing good health, just as your age esteem does.
Grandma Nature
