Thought of the week – Do It Now

 

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“One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you’ve always wanted. Do it now.”
 
~ Paulo Coelho

https://twitter.com/paulocoelho/status/531530767323889664?lang=en

Selection of Funnies: Sushi and Ren Dog Comics

Greetings all!

I hope Sushi and Ren Dog Comics will put a smile on your face and brighten your day! Which is your favorite?

Source (and more!): https://www.boredpanda.com/humorous-romance-comic-about-dogs-sushi-and-ren

Affogato al Caffè: “Drowned in Coffee” Italian Dessert

Greetings all!

What is one of the best things on a hot day? Ice cream or gelato, of course! Pair it with hot espresso - and now you can enjoy Affogato dessert outside of Italy! 

Image from https://www.wallpaperflare.com/clear-glass-on-saucer-affogato-ice-cream-coffee-cafe-beverage-wallpaper-zibjf

Ingredients:

• 1-2 scoops vanilla ice cream
• 2 shots espresso (or really strong coffee), poured on top of ice cream
• Dark chocolate shavings or chocolate chips, to garnish

Variations:

• Add some Amaretto, nuts, or crushed cookies
• Top with whipped cream

Bon Appetit! Let me know how you like it!

Sources:

• https://m.femina.in/food/how-to/celebratesummer-cool-desserts-from-around-the-world-189059.amp
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Affogato
• https://pinchandswirl.com/easy-affogato-recipe/
• https://www.acouplecooks.com/affogato/

"The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse" [book by Charlie Mackesy]

Greetings all!

Do you read children’s books? I just finished “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse” by Charlie Mackesy and absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE this book. It is definitely going on my re-read list, and I hope you read it too. 

This is a gorgeously illustrated story for all ages about four unlikely friends and an extraordinary friendship. Profound and lovely, touching and funny – every single message resonated with me on some level. Books like this, with words of hope, love, kindness, and acceptance, make our world a better and brighter place.

 https://www.instagram.com/charliemackesy/?hl=en

Image from https://www.charliemackesy.com/

Here are some of my favorite Charlie Mackesy’s illustrations from his Instagram account, some of which are featured in the book.

I just learned there is an animated short film based on the book, and it looks good!

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbdem4g_LEc

What did you think? Drop me a line! Be kind to yourself and to others, and eat some cake!

Sources: 

• https://www.charliemackesy.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/charliemackesy/?hl=en
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbdem4g_LEc

The World’s Best Beaches in 2023

Greetings all!

As summer is heating up, here are the world’s top 10 beaches in 2023, according to Tripadvisor:

1. Baía do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha, Brazil 

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2. Eagle Beach, Aruba 

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3. Cable Beach, Broome, Australia 

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4. Reynisfjara Beach, Vik, Iceland 

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5. Grace Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 

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6. Praia da Falésia, Olhos de Agua, Portugal 

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7. Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island, India 

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8. Spiaggia dei Conigli, Sicily, Italy 

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9. Varadero Beach, Cuba 

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10. Ka'anapali Beach, Maui, Hawaii 

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Which beach would you choose? Drop me a line!

Source: https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/travel/article/best-beaches-2023-tripadvisor/index.html

Thought of the week – Clarity Creates Energy

Greetings all!

Here is a thought-provoking quote for the upcoming week. I loved this passage - "...Simply getting [priorities] down in black and white adds clarity to your life, and clarity creates energy.”

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“You can’t do everything, but you can do one thing, and then another and another. In terms of energy, it’s better to make a wrong choice than none at all. You might begin by listing your priorities - for the day, for the week, for the month, for a lifetime. Start modestly. List everything you want to do today or tomorrow.

Set priorities by dividing the items into A, B, and C categories. At the least, accomplish the A items. Try the same thing with long-term goals.

Priorities do shift, and you can change them at any time, but simply getting them down in black and white adds clarity to your life, and clarity creates energy.”

~ George Leonard, “Mastery” 
[as read on https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1/june-29-2023]

Hope this week brings you clarity and energy! Drop me a line!

Are You Taking Your MEDS?

Greetings all!

Here is a gentle reminder to take your MEDS!

M – Meditation: Take a bit of time out. Just to think.

E – Exercise: Walk every day. Walk more. Take the stairs.

D – Diet: Reduce the rubbish; increase the nutritious.

S – Sleep: Get rid of sleep debt.

~ Concept created by behavioral consultant Nicholas Bate

Source: https://medium.com/@slowwco/are-you-taking-your-meds-meditation-exercise-diet-sleep-483386c29bb1