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Since the STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED newsmail began in January of 2006, it has grown in length and popularity, now reaching multiple states in the US as well as several European countries. As SPM strives to offer a fresh look with each issue, Siesta Magazine has moved all contents to this blogspot site, which was created back in the spring of 2009. For those subscribing to Siesta Magazine through standard e-mails, reminder e-mails for the Siesta Magazine link discontinued earlier this year. All subscribers who wish to continue reading each issue may keep this website address in their favourites and refer to it on the first of each month.
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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 SPM 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 December's SIESTA TIPS/FACTS:
"HOLIDAYS ARE GREAT FOR NAPPING!"
For both adults and children, during the holidays with added stress, activities and varied foods and beverages, our bodies react differently to this time of year and in many cases, require more rest. If anything, extra rest will help ease moods, weariness and even digestion. With the rest that a body craves during such a busy season, it may be better to truly enjoy visiting with friends and family and having preparations done in a calm systematic routine, rather than running on empty to hang that last light or bake that last pie, only to be too tired to take pride in the food and festivities. Running on empty can easily lead to an overloaded body of stress, which can increases chances of lower immunity to various illnesses that tend to be passed around at holiday parties or visits.
Check the calendar and make appointments with yourself to have your very own personal SIESTAS sprinkled around the weeks ahead and see if it makes a difference in how you handle the rest of this busy month! For tips on power napping, see link below!
BENEFITS OF POWER NAPPING
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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.
As a SPECIAL project for anyone who love-love-lovezzz their books, but needs more space to organize them properly, this month's issue gives a link to a DO-IT-YOURSELF shelving project, rather than a usual monthly link to a book title.
Have you been meaning to reorganize your book collection in the new year? Even with the new electronic gadgets now sold for book reading, many people will never give up the power of printed books-- the way they feel, the way they smell and the covers that sometimes grab our attention in a library or store shelf.
For those who wish to continue with a pattern of bibliophilia and need more shelving to accomodate a growing collection of books, it's helpful to know what spans of space certain woods can hold without common sagging issues. The link below gives advice on measurements for wood shelving, as well as glass or acrylic materials.
CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN BOOKSHELVES
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+ PICK OF THE MONTH
STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED's favourite Manhattan shoppes!!
Just where will STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED be shopping in Manhattan this month? See links below for a tour of top favourite haunts and see why STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED keeps returning!
...uh... totally self-explainitory link! (STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED greatly prefers the Sixth Avenue location, by the way!)
THE CONTAINER STORE
This famous place has offered over 70 years of goodness. Along with wonderfully traditional Hanukkah delights, to find olives, cheeses, breads, coffees and assorted sweets... mmmmmmust hit Zabars!!
ZABARS
Next, will need some creative stocking stuffers! Pearl River Mart offers tons of small Asian candies, frangrant soaps, tiny notepads and much, much more!
PEARL RIVER MART
For unique and truly usable gifts, Fishs Eddy is dead set on the list... year after year!
FISHS EDDY
And while it lasts... STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED will pay a special visit to the new and temporary Central Park Tavern on the Green Visitor Center and Gift Shop to search for NYC souvenir gifts! 'Love helping out beautiful Central Park!
TAVERN ON THE GREEN GIFT SHOP
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+ RECIPE OR COOKBOOK OF THE MONTH
This recipe was sent in from a wonderful client/subscriber. It's a quick way to make a fun batch of cookies that will have children smiling!!
CUTE SNOWMAN COOKIES
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+ GREEN LIVING TIPS
It's time to Greeganize!!! (an official SPM term!)
December Tip:
Make your own gifts... or find some similar...
It's pretty simple to construct a plush toy from a pair of socks, such as the ones used in the link below.
SOCK KITTY
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
'Got snow?
A great way to save time on a frosty winter morning on your way to work is to avoid frost, ice and/or snow from landing on your windshield with this helpful product!
SNOW COVER
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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 of 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 and beyond!
MAKING CLOTHING FUN
Kids want to enjoy what they are wearing. As a holiday treat, these cute critter slippers from Garnet Hill Kids are sure to please with thirteen choices!
CRITTER SLIPPERS
...and not to mention their adorable pajama sets!
PAJAMAS
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+ SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE MONTH
GO MONTH... A---GAINNNNNN... ALREADY???
Really?? Another year has already passed and it's time for National GET ORGANIZED MONTH?? Yes!! It's TRUE!! Time surely flies!
HERE ARE TWO REALLY BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED FOR GO MONTH!!!
Announcing: "Clever Cupboard" ~ A Pantry Makeover Contest
If you happen to live in an NYC borrough or Westchester County or Hudson Valley area, you are eligible to enter the "Clever Cupboard" Pantry Makeover Contest, created and sponsored by STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED.
Simply e-mail your full contact info, 1-3 digital (jpg) photos of your disorganized pantry and a brief paragraph about why you feel you are the best contestant for this contest to Siestamgazine@aol.com by the DEADLINE of SATURDAY, JANUARY 15TH!! Finalists will be interviewed in late January and the winner to receive this free makeover *valued at $200* will be announced by Monday, January 31st!
Announcing: "The 3@30 Challenge" ~ A Contest for Letting Go
Again, if you happen to live in an NYC borrough or Westchester County or Hudson Valley area, you are eligible to enter the "The 3@30 Challenge" Contest, created and sponsored by STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED. This is a challenge set for those truly serious about letting go of material items in order to gain better control of daily routines and learn about adjustments and time management in which certain possessions seem to be obstacles. This challenge encourages contenders to let go of three items per day for 30 consecutive days from February 1st - March 2nd. Contenders must choose three items in any size and category, excluding recyclables, items in need of repair, items considered to be garbage, non-owned items, or items in which there was no responsible thought in removing from ownership, in which the contender may later greatly regret. This is a contest about responsible thought processing, decision-making, creating space and removing what may be thought of as tangible and/or emotional obstacles. The winner of the challenge receives a nice prize package valued at $200 to be announced soon!
Simply e-mail your full contact info and why you believe you are up for this challenge to Siestamgazine@aol.com by the DEADLINE of SATURDAY, JANUARY 15TH! If STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED feels you are an eligible contender for this challenge, STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED will send you a contest agreement form to sign and will then follow your progress for the full 30 consecutive days. True contenders will need to be available for five-minute "check-ins" on a daily basis, via phone or e-mail. The challenge must be without any breaks of the consecutive 30 days. Once a day is missed by a contender, they are disqualified.
NOTE: STRESSED.PRESSED.MESSED will also be participating in this challenge and posting daily results!
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+ QUOTE OF THE MONTH
We adore chaos because we love to produce order. --M. C. Escher
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+ PHOTO OF THE MONTH
"CENTRAL PARK- GAPSTOW BRIDGE OVER THE POND" - NYC ~DeNitto ©2006
