Kelly T Haysley

You walk into the grocery store and he’s excited. So much to see, touch, smell. You promised him he could pick out a special treat in the check-out lane. It’s all good. He sticks by your cart, keeping one hand on it at all times, like he’s been taught over the years. You feel comfortable and thankful, that finally, he can go on errands with you, eat in restaurants and even experience some parallel play at a playground, around other kids. It’s been a long road to get to this point. So far at the

You open a draw in your kitchen. It is that drawer which is stuffed full of miscellany. While digging for the one random item you are sure you recently saw in there your hand touches a piece of paper. It crumples a bit as you free it from the jumble of stuff. Expecting it to be an old receipt or grocery list, you smile as it reveals mom's handwriting - that recipe she wrote down for you soon after you moved out.

You taste the food. You smell the kitchen of your childhood. So many senses fill yo

Cavemen drew on rock walls. Michelangelo applied paint mixed with plaster to a curved ceiling.

Regardless of the medium used, the artist told a story, creating a gift to everyone by preserving moments.

Because you have the desire to tell a story and preserve memories, scrapbooks are your powerful medium. Mark the seasons of life, milestones and adventures. By engaging the senses, scrapbooks tell a visual story that words alone cannot.

Memories and moments fade over time. Mental images become

A plain sheet of paper becomes refined art, just by adding thoughts. A brief guide:

Opening a journal or sketchbook to a blank page with a pencil or pen in hand is the moment your imagination becomes that of a child once again. There are no rules. No one has assigned a topic or a word count. The blankness of the paper awaits whatever may conjure in your mind.

What amazing power looms with a pen and simple sheet of paper.

If you exhale, and allow it to happen, your mind can unseal a store of c

"Eat your meat!" as your mother would say. And, she was right! Although our food selections today are much smarter options than those your mother had in the meat case of her local supermarket.

Red meat is an excellent source of protein and iron, plus vitamins and minerals. All of these are essential to maintaining lean muscle mass, healthy metabolism, and healthy brain function.

Historically, fitness coaches and dietitians preach chicken, pork and fish as our best sources of lean protein. But,

Maintain muscle, fight inflammation and improve brain function with a few simple additions to your diet.

Here is a list of foods that pack an energy punch as well as help reduce inflammation in your body and boost your brain function. A perk of each of these foods is that they are needed only in small amounts and will not alter any specific diet you may be on such as low-sugar for diabetes or a heart-healthy diet.

Chia seeds are little power packs of energy. They are also high in fiber which i

Welcome to the holiday season! Cranberries are commonly found at the dinner table during this time of the year, but don't forget about all the other months and days! These gorgeous, ruby colored berries are packed full of nutrients which are ready to nourish your body and give you radiant skin and hair.

Perhaps the most beneficial nutrient in a cranberry is vitamin C.

You've spent your entire life hearing about vitamin C fighting off illness. But, did you know vitamin C can fight aging?

Vitam

Sandy Hook is a delightful and charming village in , Connecticut with a history dating back to 1711. In the earliest days of New England, residents moved away from to settle near the River where the flowing waters could power their grist and sawmills. The village of Sandy Hook was born of hard work and a spirit of people working together to build a thriving community.

Sandy Hook is a gem in Connecticut. The village is perfect for spending an afternoon strolling on foot to soak up small town, Ne

See bottom of page, "Things to do" section researched and written by Kelly T Haysley. One of many written for TurnKey Vacation Rentals.

Looking for a family-friendly retreat? Our newly constructed, 2900 sq. ft. 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath house at the Royal Sands Resort has gorgeous gulf views and room for 12 guests! Enjoy access to two pools, a boardwalk to the beach and catch the sunset on a sprawling deck. Just 20 minutes from Schlitterbahn. INSIDE THE HOUSE Large groups and big families will have plenty of space to spread out between two living areas. The main living space, located on the upper floor, boasts elegant décor, including