Today is a day to give thanks. Obviously on this day we are supposed to look at our lives and assess all of our blessings, focusing on what we’re, ….. well, …GRATEFUL for! Easy enough, right? Well, for me, not so much. This year it’s a bit challenging because I am not with my mother – and her absence is felt like a ton of bricks.
Last year, my mother lost her battle with breast cancer. I sincerely believe that she would be here today, showering her grandchildren with cha-chkas, if it wasn’t for her horrible diet. See, my mom, like SO many others from her generation, was raised on meat and potatoes. Even when people became a bit ‘enlightened’, she couldn’t adhere to the adage of ‘you are what you eat’. Had she made some changes to her diet, even after being diagnosed, I believe she’d be celebrating with us today.
Every day I fight the food battle in her honor. My goal for the iavril blog is to motivate and help people know HOW to be healthy! It’s way too important and irresponsible to just look the other way. So, at the risk of sounding incredibly preachy, hear me out! 😯 Continue reading Feelin’ the Thanks-iness?