Karen and Lizzy not only bring their talents to people in person through their cooking classes, fresh and convivial approach to eating and entertaining, but they also share the moments in a gorgeous and vibrant way through Sunday Suppers, their journal documenting their experiences. In sort, they've inspired us to make 2012 a year of healthy eating with the company of our loved ones. Thank you!
Happy New Year! We were so inspired by all of your words, but Jamie struck a chord with all of us. To love and accept yourself truly is, in our opinion, the best way to find peace and happiness. Once you're content with who you are, you can then make your surroundings better.
As we march into 2012, we're sending you the strength to always be true to who you are, the wisdom to know that you are loved, and the resolve to do good in the world!
Congrats again Jamie.
Giveaway, Living + Wellness 
If you haven't heard about Terrain, Anthropologie's home store/nursery/lovely oasis of curiosities and wonderful things in Glen Mills, PA, then let me introduce you! I had the opportunity to peruse and marvel about for the afternoon this past weekend and I was thoroughly in love with all of the wonderful goodies. Check out their website if you're still in need of some holiday gifts. May I suggest this book for the gourmand in your family? Or what about this cozy repurposed wool blanket? So many choices!
So how, you may ask, did Workout Wednesday begin? Like Josie mentioned, she believes in balance and that extends to her outlook about her company. How can we possibly be making products that are good for you outside without focusing on the beauty within? How can we support each other in caring about the world around us without looking at our own lives, too?
And so, eight months ago, Workout Wednesday was born at Josie Maran Cosmetics. We huffed and puffed our way through it at first, but over time we saw change. Sure, it was fun to share a plate of cookies at the lunch table, but it was even sweeter to support each other in becoming stronger and healthier; To get each other through running around the block and up the stairs rather than bowing out.
So here is our advice to starting your own Workout Wednesday or Tuesday, or even every other Monday:
-First, start by making simple changes for yourself. Take the stairs, park a little further, pick a grocery basket over a cart. Yes, there are some here who workout more than once a week, but even those who don't have seen changes in their strength, endurance and health simply with one hour a week of activity.
-Find a lunch buddy who will share in healthy choices. Perhaps you bring a big salad and they bring soup to split. Meet each other for a water break to get your proper fill. Or stock your drawer with nutritious snacks like raw almonds or whole fruit that can be passed around. Whatever the small change, share it.
-Finally, dedicate one day (or more if you can!) to movement. That means a workout, a hike, a walk around the block, or dancing around your living room. Find what is best for you, but most importantly—stick to it.
All you need is to begin.
How do you stay healthy?
Leave a comment and your email address and we'll select one on Friday, September 16 as the winner of an Argan Sun Protection for Body.