Author Archives: Cheryl Harris

About Cheryl Harris

Life played a funny trick on me. I've studied nutrition for years, and much to my surprise, found out that I could manage many of my health issues via diet. I've been GF for years, and I've got a bunch of allergies and sensitivities. But it definitely doesn't keep me from cooking, baking and enjoying my food. Thanks for stopping by.

Nourishment through Food–July Self-Care Retreat

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

I’m a feeder. I got the gene from both sides of the family, I think, and although not all of my relatives are feeder-dominant, those of us who are feeders are REALLY feeders. In other words, if I love you, … Continue reading →

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Things to make you say “om” (meditation resources)

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

This week’s theme for our Self-Care Retreat is Meditation and Inward Reflection. Here’s a collection of my favorite local, national and online meditation and related resources!  I’m sure I’ve unintentionally left out many. Feel free to send me other resources … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday July 11th

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

What a week!  I did a webinar on a gluten-free diet for Institute of Integrative Nutrition in NY, which was fun, I am hosting this week’s July Self-Care Retreat on Self-Care and Reflection/Meditation AND one on Self-Care and Movement as … Continue reading →

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Adoption and an Adaption: Lexie’s Kitchen

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

I’m delighted to participate in Adopt a Gluten-Free Blogger as hosted by the incomparable Wendy of Celiacs in the House, because it “forces” me to branch out and try new amazing things.  This month, my adoptee was Lexie of Lexie’s … Continue reading →

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Self-Care Through Reflection

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

I’m delighted to be hosting week 2 of our July Self-Care Retreat along with my delicious co-conspirator, Valerie of City Life Eats and our guest hosts, Shirley of Gluten-Free Easily, Wendy of Celiacs in the House and Iris of Daily … Continue reading →

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Self-Care Through Movement

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

Don’t you love this picture?  For me, it sums up the difference between self-care through movement and “exercise”!  I am the cutie pie in the pink shorts, my sister is the adorable girl in front and my lovely cousin Tolly … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday–Culinary Freedom

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

Happy 4th!  I’m having a lazy morning so far and I hope many of you are, too.  Friday was the kick off of our July Self Care Retreat, which I’m hosting with Valerie of City Life Eats and features our … Continue reading →

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Self Care Retreat for July

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

When I posted on “me first” and self care a few months back, I got a lot of great responses from people who, like me, value self-care and yet struggle to make it a priority with the many competing demands … Continue reading →

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Garden Reflectons and a Menu Plan

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

I heard today that a close family friend passed away. He was in his 80s, and was a grandparent figure for me as a little kid. What I remember most is that he had a big garden (or it seemed … Continue reading →

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Back to Real Life–Monday Menu Plan

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

First, aren’t the trees amazing?  I feel so lucky to live “hugged” by such a forest! Whew.  We are starting to settle into our new home, and it’s time to settle into menu planning, too.  Last week was totally iron-chef.  … Continue reading →

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