"On a sunset walk by the water, I clipped this beautiful wild heather, and it makes me smile, because everything we need is here. The universe is abundant," says Angela Olsen
by Angela Olsen
Contributing to the Resident gives me opportunities to connect with more people than I would otherwise have. I receive remarkable feedback, as well as, I am often a shoulder to cry on or a confidante when it comes to the trials and tribulations of people in search of true love. Most recently, I am meeting people whom are feeling the crunch of our economy, a former executive who wants me to keep an ear open for any form of work, hauling junk, cleaning, anything. When faced with these challenges, it can take a toll on who we thought we were, and mess with our self esteem, myself included!
Patti Stanger, the Millionaire Matchmaker, whom I met at Mohegan Sun on Valentine’s Weekend, wants people to know, that “YOU are the prize!” In a recent online post, Patti says, (to women, but men listen up as well!) “He needs to please you as much as you need to please him. Ask yourself what type of man it will take to win your heart? What is your type? What values do you have? Don’t forget, YOU are the prize!”
Even in challenging economic times, the goodness of people prevails.
My identity was deeply connected to my cash position for many years, and as I took a peek into the lives of some amazing residents, I realize that we all have so much to offer beyond money!
A woman tells me, “I would love to join Patti’s club, but I am not a millionaire.” Fear not, if a person is wealthy, and unaffected by the economy, he should be more than willing to share! One thing that makes me feel worthwhile is cooking! There are inexpensive, and scintillating meals which can be prepared for marginal cost, and believe me, food is definitely still one way in to a man’s heart! Goya products help in a major way!
See the recipe here for a light, low carb, low calorie salad, which is a crowd-pleaser.
To quote Eckhart Tolle, whose books saved my life, “Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance.” Thank you for reading!
My Ecuadorian “sister” Soledad always shares the most alluring food with me!
The salad may be used to top a bed of lettuce, or she serves it over rice. I love it so much; I make a boatload and eat a large portion on its own because the calorie count is negligible. (1 cup of sliced radishes contains 19 calories, 0.1g fat and 1.9g fiber!)
Ingredients:
Two bags of radishes
One red onion
A bunch of cilantro roughly chopped
2 or three limes
¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt to taste
Granulated garlic
Thoroughly wash and trim roots and stems off the radishes. Peel the onion. Use a mandolin on the thinnest setting to shave paper-thin slices of onion and radish. The thinner the better, it makes the salad more elegant and delicate. In a large bowl, fold the radish and red onion together gently, trying not to break the slices. Pour the olive oil and juice of the lime, whose citric acid acts as vinegar to this delicious “dressing.” Sprinkle the sea salt, and granulated garlic over the mixture, and roughly chopped cilantro.
Fold it one more time, cover, and allow to marinate until the radishes are permeated with the flavors. You may adjust flavors to your personal taste.
Mine is served with a sliced avocado, which I sprinkled a touch of extra virgin olive oil and my favorite-Goya Salad and Vegetable Seasoning! Enjoy!!
Sandra M. Couillard, Executive/Clinical Director, CT Adoption & Family Services, accepted a $500 grant from the Groton Rotary Club. It will be used to help fund Project Connecticut's Child. The Groton Rotary Club also awarded a $500 grant to Fitch Senior High School to help fund the Ultimate Cultural Experience Program. Accepting for program director Patricia Brown, was Paul Kadri, Superintendent, Groton Public Schools.
R.B.Kent, president, Groton Rotary Club, presented a $500 check to Deb Morgan, Director of Nursing, Fairview Odd Fellows Home of CT. The grant will help pay for the purchase of a Panacea Air Advance Mattress, which is designed to provide alternating pressure relief for up to Stage IV wounds.
(l-r) Michael Allen, General Manager, Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa joins Harley-Davidson Corporate members Jeff Romonesko, Bill Law, Pat Koppa, Chris Scoonover, and Rally Coordinator Ken Scarpa for a check presentation to the on behalf of the associates at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa. The $1,000 donation was made during the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G..) 3rd Annual Northeast State Rally Tour 2010. The hotel served as H.O.G.. Central for the rally, where more than 750 bikers from New England and beyond visited the region.
“It was an honor to serve as H.O.G. Central during the Rally Tour and to be able to contribute toward the fight against Muscular Dystrophy,” commented Michael Allen. “I commend our associates and their efforts to raise awareness of this worthy cause.”
Dear Paws4Pets: I have two 2-year-old neutered canine brothers. They have lots of forested room to roam, but “Jake”” — the dominant one — occasionally insists on peeing on the deck. I can’t catch him at it. Why does he do that, and how can I get him to stop? — Carolyn V., via e-mail
Dear Carolyn: That can be tough to stop, since the deck is often considered part of the family living area for everyone, including the dogs. You’ll need to regain control of the deck area and remind Jake who’s boss. For the next several days or weeks, the deck is going to become Training Central. Work with Jake and his brother, separately. Whenever Jake begins to sniff around or tries to mark something, firmly tell him “no” and continue giving him basic obedience commands.
