Tired of Zoom Calls?
Zoom has become the new normal. It’s used for both work and personal needs because staying connected and social has been imperative throughout this entire pandemic. However, this article gives some very interesting reasons for why it’s time to pick up a pen and write an old-fashioned letter.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/letters-pandemic-depression-anxiety-help/2020/09/14/47b3bb3a-f3b1-11ea-b796-2dd09962649c_story.html
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Who needs another Zoom call? Why sending letters might help your loved ones.
Fall Is Officially Here🍁
It is officially the first day of fall. This article has some great activities to welcome fall.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/magazine/2020/08/27/10-self-care-ideas-help-you-get-through-pandemic-into-fall/?arc404=true
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
10 self-care ideas to help you get through the pandemic into the fall
Keep Saving
Time has flown by and doesn't show signs of slowing down. As fall is about to begin here are some saving tips and tricks to keep saving.
xhttps://www.nerdwallet.com/article/banking/save-money-during-crisis
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6 Do’s and Don’ts When Saving Money During a Crisis - NerdWallet
If you are looking for more information about the wildfires currently plaguing most of Washington here is the link to Department of Natural Resources. Here you can get up to date alerts, information, and local details.
https://www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires
DNR.WA.GOV
Information on Wildfires | WA - DNR
Looking for a way to spice up an old work out? This article shows the many different ways to change up the classic push-up.
https://www.wellandgood.com/muscles-worked-in-push-ups/
WELLANDGOOD.COM
8 Push-Up Variations That Burn Out Different Muscles in Your Body
Sparkling or carbonated water has become a major phenomenon. But is it actually better for than soda? This article explores that question and comes up with some really interesting results.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/carbonated-water-good-or-bad#bottom-line
HEALTHLINE.COM
Is Carbonated (Sparkling) Water Good or Bad?
Seattle Through An Artist’s Lens
Gabriel Campanario is a resident artist at The Seattle Time and his illustrations are beautiful. He illustrates pockets of the Puget Sound Area, while giving a little background information, and he takes illustration requests.
https://www.seattletimes.com/author/gabriel-campanario-seattle-sketcher/
SEATTLETIMES.COM
Seattle Sketcher Gabriel Campanario | The Seattle Times
Staying healthy this fall is important. This article explains the seven things in the house that should be frequently sanitized, but that are often forgotten.
https://www.health.com/syndication/7-things-you-should-sanitize-immediately-to-avoid-getting-sick
HEALTH.COM
7 Things You Should Sanitize to Avoid Getting Sick
It’s All About The Lighting
With less sun during the day it’s easy to start to miss summer. An easy fix is to switch up the lighting. This article explains how changing a few light bulbs and moving some lights around can make a home more bright and cozy.
https://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/wireStory/home-making-lighting-moods-lifted-73338109?cid=clicksource_4380645_23_big_feature_bf_related
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At home: Making the most of lighting can keep moods lifted
Fall Friend
Fall means more time spent inside. And what better way to make fall cozier than adding a fury friend? Many shelters search for forever home for animals but shelter also need temporary homes. If you love animals but don’t think you can commit you can foster. This article explains all the benefits for both the animals and you.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/foster-shelter-pet_n_6720804
HUFFPOST.COM
16 Reasons Why Fostering A Shelter Pet Is Basically The Best Thing In The World
Remember to Stretch
Whether the day is spent in front of a computer or running around it is important to remember to stretch. This article breaks down five easy stretches to work into the day to improve overall health. Just a couple minutes a day can add up to a real difference.
https://www.popsci.com/story/health/basic-easy-stretches-mobility/
POPSCI.COM
Five stretches you should do every day
Looking to Get Out
Traveling is rather complicated lately, but it can be done. This recent app helps people feel comfortable traveling again with daily updated information about countries and regions opening up.
https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/mobile-apps/dragsonslayer-coronavirus-travel-app
TRAVELANDLEISURE.COM
This App Will Tell You Everything You Need to Know About Traveling in the Time of COVID-19
What Can Washington Do?
This helpful link has updates for all counties in Washington state. It also keeps track of which counties are in what phase. Stay safe.
https://www.seattletimes.com/life/which-phase-is-your-county-in-and-what-can-you-do-under-the-modified-phase-1-of-washingtons-reopening/
SEATTLETIMES.COM
Reopening phases by county: What you can and can’t do as Washington state reopens from coronavirus lockdown
Fall Checklist
It’s time to start thinking about the household fall to-dos.
HOUSELOGIC.COM
A Fall Checklist of 10 Things You Gotta Do Before Winter Sets In
Plans for Halloween
If trick-or-treating isn’t the plan for this Halloween, here are some really fun activities to do at home.
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/halloween-ideas/g33796718/quarantine-halloween-ideas/
GOODHOUSEKEEPING.COM
Yes, It Is Possible to Have a Super Fun Halloween Celebration This Year and Maintain Social Distancing
Yoga for Better Sleep
There are a lot of ways to improve sleeping habits. Some studies share that decreased screen time improves sleep, and some say physical exercise during the day helps as well. Another good way is to do a few yoga stretches before bed. This article breaks down how and in what sequence to do a couple yoga poses to sleep better.
https://time.com/collection/live-well/4757902/yoga-poses-sleep/
TIME.COM
5 Yoga Poses for Better Sleep
Instant Pot Recipes
Instant pots have become super popular lately but coming up with full meal recipes using them can be difficult. This article gives 45 healthy instant pot recipes that will become a home staple. Enjoy!
https://www.self.com/gallery/healthy-instant-pot-recipes#intcid=_self-right-rail_91889660-a2a4-4e18-9f4c-6b35eee12a85_popular4-1
SELF.COM
45 Healthy Instant Pot Recipes You’ll Want to Cook Over and Over Again
Winter Planning
With winter comes the holiday season, but this year that might look a little different. If you’re not sure what to expect or how to handle it this article gives 9 ways to stay connected and motivated this winter.
THEMUSE.COM
9 Ways to Stay Connected and Motivated During a Pandemic Winter
Keeping Clean
Not sure what needs to be cleaned when? This fun and interactive article helps you figure out how to clean every room.
TODAY.COM
This interactive cleaning guide will make your life so much easier
Thank you to all those who have served and who are currently serving.
Not Pumpkin Spice
As fall begins to fade out, make the most of what’s left. Here are some delicious recipes to try.
BRIT.CO
16 Delicious Fall-Inspired Pies That *Aren’t* Pumpkin
Fall Cleaning…Digitally
With everything online nowadays it’s easy to get cluttered. Here are some ways to tidy up files, social media, or emails.
WIRED.COM
How to Clean Up Your Digital History
Now What?
Regardless of who wins tonight it's important to think ahead. Here is an article that helps plan for taxes this year.
CNBC.COM
These 3 tax moves will help you save, regardless of who wins the election
Soup or Salad
Whether it’s the meal or just the appetizer, soup can be a great healthy comfort food. This article gives some information about the benefits of soup and some great recipes to try.
HEALTH.USNEWS.COM
Reasons to Eat More Soup
Time for a Reset?
Sometimes a reset is good, and it can also be good for your electronic devices. But there is always that fear of losing all your personal stuff. This article breaks down how to check your backup storage and reset your device without losing everything.
POPSCI.COM
How to reset your devices without losing everything
Six More Weeks of Winter
This year the Groundhog’s Day was celebrated virtually from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Phil, the famous groundhog, woke and saw his shadow this morning, predicting six more weeks of winter.
CBSNEWS.COM
Groundhog Day 2021: Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter
Stress Relief
There are a lot of forms of stress relief, but they aren’t always the easiest. One of the easier ways to practice stress relief is diet. This article explains some simple diet changes can up serotonin and increase vitamin intake.
CNN.COM
Foods that can reduce stress
Not sure when the COVID-19 vaccine will be available to you? The calculator helps determine when you may be able to get the vaccine based off common criteria such as age, occupation, and region.
NYTIMES.COM
Opinion | Find Your Place in the Vaccine Line
Unseen Fees
With everything online it can be hard to keep track of subscriptions and fees. It can feel like there’s no way out. This article really helps to break down how you might be getting billed, how to cancel unwanted subscriptions, and how to potentially lower the cost of subscriptions.
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
You’re spending more money online than you think. Here are 4 ways to save.
