Marilu Henner's Blog, page 63

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Everywhere you turn this month you’ll hear a variation on the THANKFULNESS theme.   Too much of a good thing can be a REALLY good thing!   We’re all about positivity here at Marilu.com  and we’re joining in.

 

We are thankful for our members and the way that people have followed Marilu’s lead to support one another in real life.  Marilu has not only supplied carefully researched and tested information and maintained a forum for sharing but she is the first one to step up when someone has specific questions and needs.

 

Recently a few of our members got together in New Hope Pennsylvania to have lunch with Marilu and her family and attend a performance of The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife at the Buck’s County Playhouse.

 

Here’s a “family portrait” from that afternoon.

 

 

Be a part of our next get together.  Stay in touch here at Marilu.com !!

 

Click here to join now and be a part of our annual HOT FOR THE HOLIDAYS classs  ——>   http://www.marilu.com/becomemember.php

 

 

FALL BACK

 

TECHNICALLY the time change doesn’t happen until tomorrow, November 3rd.  But since it happens at 2:00 a.m. we’re reminding you today.  Before you go to bed tonight change the batteries in your smoke detector and set your clocks back and hour.

 

Who doesn’t love an extra hour of time?  What will you do with that hour?  Join us in The Lounge (in the member’s area here at Marilu.com)  and tell us how you make every minute count !

 

 

THE ELIOS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

…requests the pleasure of your company at:

 

THE 2013 HELLENIC CHARITY BALL

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2

Mistress of Ceremonies; Marilu Henner

The Hellenic Charity Ball honors Greek Americans who have distinguished themselves in the creative, artistic and entertainment worlds. Net proceeds from this event support organizations and projects which preserve and promote Hellenic culture and the arts.

LET’S GET MOVING !

Because it’s Halloween, and Throw Back Thursday, and because we want to inspire you get up and moving…….have fun watching this.  And remember, the more you fun you have with movement the better.  Dancing around your house COUNTS !!

 

TRICK OR TREAT….advice from Marilu !

Tomorrow is Halloween and we want to remind everyone to stay safe.  Check that your kids have good visibility and that they can be seen after dark.  (Witches and bats need some reflective tape.)  Know the neighborhood and supervise young children.  Check out HEALTHY HOLIDAYS for great recipes and party ideas that can help you  and your kids avoid facing Friday with a sugar hangover.  Their teachers will thank you !

Read this advice from Marilu, written when her boys were at the perfect age to enjoy the trick or treat fun….and then relax and enjoy!

 

“When my sons and I get home, we sort through their trick-or-treat bags.  You probably think I pat them down for hidden Snickers bars and Reese’s Pieces while playing the soundtrack of Midnight Express.  But, no, I’m not that bad.  I let them have some candy, but they swap most of it for little toys or healthy candy that I buy ahead of time.  I know from my own kids’ experience that it’s spending time with other kids, showing off your costume, and seeing what people give you that makes it special, not the candy.”

 

 

MARILU IN PERSON

 

You can meet Marilu in person if you are fortunate enough to be  in San Francisco for the Hosting Hellenic Charity Event ( November 1st through the 3rd.)

Not in the area?  Then consider joining us here at Marilu.com.    It’s a great way to get to know Marilu AND gain the support of an entire community.  As Marilu says,  ”You’ve got questions?  We’ve got answers !”  

Join the discussion and get the benefit of  Marilu’s research and experience, as well as the experience of hundreds of people who have put The Total Health Makeover to work in their own lives.

http://www.marilu.com/becomemember.php

MEATLESS MONDAY….Comfort food !

Enjoy this hearty delicious soup.  Perfect after an afternoon of raking leaves, or outdoor sports.  It costs very little to make and is super easy to prepare.  Serve it with a side of bread, or add rice.  Garnish with watercress or diced vegetables.  Have fun and be creative.

 

 

 

2 cups split peas, washed

2 quarts water

1 cup diced celery

1/2 cup diced onions

1 cup diced carrots

1 cup diced potatoes

1 clove garlic, minced

1 bay leaf

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 teaspoon basil

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon salt

pinch cayenne (optional)

 

Combine all ingredients in a Dutch oven.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat.  Cover and simmer for one hour or until peas are cooked through.  Remove bay leaf before serving.

LIST IT

With November right around the corner it’s not too soon to make a to-do list of all the things you want to get a jump on before the holidays hit!  You don’t even have to act on anything yet.  Just get it out there.  Put reminders on your phone or go old school with paper and pen.

 

Organizing your thoughts, along with the physical action of making notes, will make you more likely to keep your schedule manageable.  If you’ve just written out your gift list it will be in the forefront of your thoughts when you’re in the store and see exactly the right thing for someone special.  Or you’ve just reminded yourself that you need a serving platter so you’ll have time to pick one up when you see the perfect size and color, or a good price, instead of having to run out at the last minute and having fewer options.

 

 

Add one final item to your list:  Join Marilu.com and let Marilu and her coaches help you with your holiday planning this year !

 

http://www.marilu.com/becomemember.php

 

 

OUR MEMBERS SAY……

These are just a few excerpts from e-mails we’ve received.  We love that our members stay in touch and let us know what motivates them.  How about you?  Does any of this resonate with you?

 

” I signed up for the class because I am inspired by Marilu and her team. 

My goals are to nourish all aspects of my being.”

 

“I know that being here as a part of a community really helps to make the changes easier and of course I know from past experience that it works.”

 

“I was in mid-life crisis mode big time. I’m now 47 and living my life the way I want to—healthy eating and exercise are priorities and I make time for my passions.”

 

LET’S LIVE OUR HEALTHY LIVES TOGETHER…IN COMMUNITY!  

If you’re a member please plan to join us for our annual holiday class.  This class is going to be different from anything we’ve ever done.  We’re going to help you with every aspect, from getting through the landmines of office parties, candy bowls and fruit cake to shopping for everyone on your list.

 

This will be our most interactive class ever.  We’ll make it easy for you to post photos of your holiday table, your wardrobe, or anything that you want to talk about.

 

HENNER HOLIDAY HELPERS are ready to take the stress off and make this your healthiest holiday ever !

 

http://www.marilu.com/becomemember.php

 

FIX IT

It’s the weekend and for a lot of us that means a few cheats.  For others it’s a full on party with a lot of Monday morning regrets.

 

Here’s a list from a recent airing of THE MARILU HENNER SHOW.    This is Marilu’s fix-it list.  Some of these sound counter-intuitive but trust us…they really work !!  

 

If you’ve had:

 

too many carbs    ——->    eat an apple

too much protein ——->   eat papaya

too much salt  ————>  eat watermelon

too much sugar ———–>  eat grapes

 

You can hear more information like this every weekday from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) when Marilu discusses life through the prism of health.

Call during the live airing to be part of the conversation or listen on continuous loop throughout the day.

 

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