Inspiration for Dinner?

Tuna Steaks

Fresh Green beans & Tomatoes

Eating better is always a challenge. Good food is generally simple and tasty.  A few tuna steaks with fresh green beans and tomatoes made a great meal. We paired the meal with a side of homemade black beans that was the main dish a few nights before.

Della Badart

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I bought the Master Cleanse book last week and intend to do my first true MC in July. I would like to cleanse my body and drop a few pounds. I am undergoing an emotional transformation now. I am ready for the commitment and work it takes to complete the MC. I purchased the ingredients at Whole Foods. Everything to get started cost $35. I will need fresh organic lemons and more water.

I have been reading the book Lose Weight, Have More Energy Be Happier in 10 Days. Now who does not want that? I have done fast throughout my life but have never done a true Master Cleanse. I have prepared myself mentally and my family will be preparing their own food.

Today I will eat only fruits and veggies to make a smoother transition. I am enjoying my last pot of coffee, yes, I said pot. And I did have a copped beef barbeque sandwich with chips at Ironworks last night. I enjoyed every bit too.

My primary goal is to feel better and lose weight. Further I would like to reduce my coffee and sweets cravings. I’ll keep track of my journey here. We’ll see the results in ten days.
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Slumped Bootle on Painted Table

                                      Took some bottles out of the kiln. I love the deep green.

Why Buy Local? - BadArt

Why Buy Local? - BadArt

Fun Projects for Spring

Seed Bomb Banners, cards and bombs

How to make your own. I used paper from an old appliqué project.

Recycled clay and recycled paper to make seed bombs for spring gifts and party favors.

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Three Steps to a Healthy Neighborhood - BadArt

Shop close to home
Every online deal is not a deal. For example, I wanted to save money but I had waited 7 days for a cheap online battery that did not work. I’m still waiting for a refund from a state side address that delivered from China. My local Batteries Plus shop owner told me how to save my battery life and would have saved me time if I had gone there first.
Local Shop Owners Want to Know
Ask local shops if they could carry items you purchase often on line. They may even deliver. Sign up for local news letters that may help you save money and tell business when they are doing something wrong. Small businesses can change and grow and thrive with our help. I buy online because it is easy buying local can be easy too.
Better Environmental Choice
You may save by gas not driving but calling locally will save too. Local guys can order in bulk and have items in days making it a greener choice. Buying local is giving to the community. Give local shops a chance before pushing purchase online. Local shops are giving knowledge, taxes and hiring employees. Helping your local economy helps everyone.
Austin Business Alliance says “for every $100 spent at a locally owned store, $45 stays here. But shopping at a chain store leaves only $13.” There is nothing worse than a dying neighborhood. Making local purchases opens ties to community and builds a thriving local economy. Buy local and American when possible.

Della Badart worked for years as a newspaper Advertising Sales Representative. In that position she has seen many businesses grow and many fail. Local businesses build it and hope you will come. Please give them the opportunity to be successful. Be apart of the change.