Since the original STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED newsmail began back in January of 2006, it has grown in length and in popularity, reaching several cities in the US and at least one foreign country. Now, in the fourth year, this month marks the 41st issue. STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED strives to offer a fresh look with each issue, which have always been sent out on the first of each month. The May 2009 issue is a new exception to the usual issue date with major technical difficulties to blame. Hence, the special announcement below. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT REGUARDING ALL FUTURE ISSUES
As of this month, having major struggles with computer issues Siesta Magazine will move most contents to the new blogspot site. E-mail reminders will continue to arrive in subscriber mailboxes on the first of the month and will only include the magazine cover, news and announcements. From now on, if subscribers click on the cover or the link to the blogspot, they will be directed to view the various sections of the magazine within the new site. The magazine will also have further editing changes in the coming months.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
+ SPEAKING OF SIESTAS!
+ THE BOOK CORNER
+ PICK OF THE MONTH
+ RECIPE OR COOKBOOK OF THE MONTH **COOKBOOK PART IS NEW!
+ GREEN LIVING TIPS
+ TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS
+ MOM TIME
+ SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE MONTH
+ QUOTE OF THE MONTH
+ PHOTO OF THE MONTH
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+ SPEAKING OF SIESTAS!
{ Pictured: Ulysses resting from his little kitty journey. DeNitto © 2006 } A siesta /siːˈɛstə/, original Spanish pronunciation [ˈsjesta] is a short nap taken in the early afternoon, often after the midday meal. Such a period of sleep is a common tradition in some hot countries. The word siesta is Spanish, from the Latin hora sexta - "the sixth hour" (counting from dawn, therefore noon, hence "midday rest").
At Stressed.Pressed.Messed, the true definition is taken a bit further. If a nap
is not possible, but there is enough time allowed for any other type of break, it
is strongly encouraged to take advantage of that precious moment. As long as the mind and body can rest for a short period as often as possible during the work week, it can only enhance the quality of living.
Each month, learn more facts about SIESTAS and how you may benefit from taking them into your daily routine.
Below are May's SIESTA FACTS:
After a recent struggle to stay alert while driving, this article proved of immediate interest. According to the research conducted in the UK, it actually works with the people being studied.
THE CAFFEINE NAP?
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+ THE BOOK CORNER
This section offers ideas for books related to various subjects including organizing, designing, lifestyle improvements, humour, business, psychology and green living. During the year, the occasional novel or biography may also slip into an issue.
: BOOK RECOMMENDATION FOR MAY :
WORKBOOK
TITLE: The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook (Sixth Edition)
AUTHOR: Davis / Eshelman / McKay
COPYRIGHT: 2008
ISBN-13: 978-1-57224-549-5
This workbook guides the reader through written activities (worksheets,)
to make considerations as to what and how stress is affecting life routines.
It includes information about relaxing, meditating and focusing. There are also special sections about exercise and nutrition. It's obviously an appropriate book for the month of May known as National Meditation Month.
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+ PICK OF THE MONTH
HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO TRY OUT A NEW PRODUCT FOR FREE!!
Send your name, phone number and mailing address to
Siestamagazine@aol.com
to be included in a drawing for the new ZIPLOC product
as featured below! ($8.00 suggested retail value)
The drawing will be held on May 30th and announced in the June issue of
Siesta Magazine!
LINEN STORAGE
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+ RECIPE OR COOKBOOK OF THE MONTH **COOKBOOK PART IS NEW!
TITLE: Tapas
AUTHOR: A UK Publication Collection of Recipes
COPYRIGHT: 20082006
ISBN:1-40544-861-X
This small spiral bound cookbook has over 200 recipes which are great for entertaining! This book could also work wonderfully for combining several recipes to create a unique meal for two.
SPM's Favourite Picks!
Sauteed Garlic Mushrooms - page 66
Salt Cod Fritters with Spinach - page 122
Crab Tartlets - page 158
Spicy Prawns in Sherry - page 169
Chorizo in Red Wine - page 218
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+ GREEN LIVING TIPS
It's time to Greeganize!!! (an official SPM term!)
May Tip:
SWITCH TO GREEN BAGS!
Visit the link below to view purses, bags, totes are made from recycled rice or feed bags.
RECYCLED BAGS
Also available are wallets made from natural hemp and canvas.
NATURAL WALLETS
Shopping totes are becoming more and more stylish!
SHOPPING TOTES
Now is the time to embrace the green.......
>>In future issues, Siesta Magazine will offer more tips or product guidelines with the latest information on how to adopt routines of green living!
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+ TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS
THE PORTABLE OFFICE
If you find you are always preparing for a meeting, it's wise to be as portable as you can be. It's very easy to have basic office supplies with you at all times, as they make items small enough to fit in most any purse, briefcase or tote. These days, it doesn't take much effort to find a mini-sized stapler, measuring less than two inches. You can easily fit a stash of paper and binder clips of various sizes into a pouch, as well as page tabs and post-it notes. It's never a bad idea to have a highlighter, a blue pen, a black penand a fine-tip permanent marker, all of which come in mini-sizes.
You can customize your portable office supply kit exactly the way you would need for it to be in order to always be prepared for meetings, public transportation commutes, or those longer-than-usual waits at the dentist or salon.
This way, less time is wasted and you are not the cause of any delays.
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+ MOM TIME
FORWARD: A note from SPM MOM.
During the early 1990's, as a mother raising two children through their first years, I now learn of many new products that are thrilling to me, even with my empty nest. I often find myself wishing that some them were available 22 years ago. Below are neat links and ideas to products or educational items currently on today's market for parents to explore for their children-- babies through college students!
What could you give to a college graduate??
As my own daughter is about to graduate from college, it seems appropriate to discuss what might be practical gifts for those entering the real world.
Below are some ideas for the graduation season.
1. Peter Walsh has a new document organizing system now available at Office Max.
PETER WALSH IN PLACE SYSTEM
2. Fishs Eddy has fun coffee mugs and trays honoring all of that student paper written on for 17 years!-- graph, script or ruled!
THE MEMO COLLECTION
3. The Wall Street Journal has a great series of finance books explaining how to keep up with personal finances-- a must for young adults!
WSJ PERSONAL FINANCE
4. Out of the dorm and into the apartment! IKEA is the way to go when shopping for the new home. As a welcome to the workplace, having a well organized wardrobe is essential. Customizing a closet on a budget is not so difficult with components from IKEA.
IKEA WARDROBES
5. College students work super hard at research and term papers and they tend to keep some of their work for future studies. Why not help them organize them for cold storage?
FILE BOXES
Next month, SPM Mom will show fun summer items for kids of various ages!
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+ SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE MONTH
MAY IS NATIONAL MEDITATION MONTH
Below is a link to some basic information to learn about the art of meditation and how helpful it may be in improving your lifestyle.
THE DEEP CALM
We tend to rush in and out of each day without stopping to feel any sense of calm. By taking some time out this month to learn basic facts and practices of meditation, you may find that June arrives in a less stressful mode.
With STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED being in the business of assisting clients to stive toward lifestyle improvements, it makes perfect sense that this month be key to making readers aware that clutter is not simply of materialistic possessions, but also of the mind and body.
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+ QUOTE OF THE MONTH
As the purse is emptied, the heart is filled.
--Victor Hugo
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+ PHOTO OF THE MONTH
"Calm" - Marshes of Cooper River, Charleston, SC ~ DeNitto © 2005
