Alicia Taylor - Your BFFF (Beauty, Food, Fashion, and Fitness) Blogger

Find out how the ABLE Act allows certain people with disabilities to start saving without fear of losing means based benefits.

Can people with disabilities save money without losing benefits?

When my son, Daniel, expressed an interest in going to school, I was worried about him losing his Social Security Disability benefits. People who depend on these kinds of safety nets often find legal limitations in how much they can save. However,…

What is Manuka Honey? DIY Manuka Honey Rosewater Face Mask

Manuka honey, produced by New Zealand bees that pollinate the Tea Tree shrub, has superior healing qualities over traditional honey. However, buyers should be aware of misleading labels and understand the real benefits of this superfood. Get a DIY Manuka honey face…

Instant Pot Marathi Rassa – Indian Mixed Vegetables with Coconut Recipe

David and I have a deep love for Indian food. As a vegetarian, I can almost always find pages of options on an Indian restaurant menu. I hadn't ever tried making it at home, but I just found the perfect recipe book, Indian…

Gratitude Journal for women, a cup of coffee, my favorite crocheted blanket, and some kitty cat pins to write with.

Is being grateful good for your health?

Is being grateful good for your health? Science suggests that it is. A recent study indicates that people who express gratitude are happier, more content, and more likely to kind things than people who dwell on the negative. To that end, I've…

Is Popcorn a Healthy Snack - Popcorn Recipes

Is popcorn healthy for you? and 21+ Popcorn Recipes

Is popcorn a healthy snack? Is air-popped popcorn healthier than microwave popcorn? Popcorn! It's one of my favorite snacks. It's the perfect addition to a Netflix-and-chill night! What snack food goes better with your favorite movie? If it's not drenched in a…

Smokey Slow Cooker Navy Bean Soup

Old man winter has really been pummeling the country hard this year! When the weather dips, that's when I like to break out my slow cooker and make a bean soup. Apparently, I'm not the only one because January is slow cooker…

The 10-Step Depression Relief Workbook

I was sick over the Christmas holidays and took the opportunity to read the "10 Step Depression Relief Workbook." It's not light reading, but several of my family members have been touched by depression - some even requiring hospitalization. I like that…

Toronto Winter Vacation Planning - Skyline at Night

5 Things to do on a Winter Vacation in Toronto

Toronto offers a host of wintertime festivals making it a grand winter vacation destination. Take in Winterfolk for music lovers. Foodie can enjoy tea festivals and the Winterlicious food festival. More adventurous types may want to try their hand at a polar…

Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Farro Bowl Recipe

Oven Roasted Sprouts and Farro - This delicious recipe combines farro's nuttiness with crunchy caramelized vegetables. It's a new winter favorite. Sprouts are nutritional powerhouses full vitamins linked to lowering depression. They are high fiber and tastes wonderful.

How to keep your cat safe during the holidays

Since cats really do not have 9 lives, follow these tips to help keep your cat safe this holiday season.