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I’ve mentioned living in Teheran in my childhood.  Dad, USAF,  was  basically teaching their officer pilots to fly the newly acquired American F-84 and F-86 jets.  Our assigned motor pool driver, Reza, a serving soldier in the Iranian Army, loved to cook and hunt.  Dad & Reza hunted duck, pheasant and gazelle a number of times while we were there.    One time, Reza shot a prairie chicken that was right along the roadside on one of our drives down to Isfahan.   The area was wide-open desert terrain, no habitation, so why not?   Reza hid the feathered bird  in a...

A large heaping salad is a hallmark of the Hallelujah Diet. Basically,  salads are the “meat”. Often, we suggest blending salads so there is practically no chewing and the creamy texture is easy on digestion. However, many folks are not keen on a mushy salad. Another way to cut down on chewing and ensure you are not consuming large pieces, is to process the salad in a food processor. The chunks can be chopped into tiny pieces, yet still retain that exquisite crunch we love. It’s like an “Almost Blended Salad.”                  ...

The Ultimate 7 Day Gym Diet Plan Blog - HealthifyMe Blog - HealthifyMe - The definitive guide to weight loss, fitness and living a healthier life. When it comes to nutrition, things can become overly complicated. However, it is clear that nutrition has a huge impact on the progress that you make in the gym. This article will highlight a number of considerations that must be made and applied in order to bring about substantial changes. In addition, it will also serve as a resource and highlight the nutrient rich foods that one should incorporate in their daily gym diet...

The Chicago River Dyed Green Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! On St. Patrick's Day, I always think about growing up in the Chicago area and the tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green. For six decades, Chicago has transformed the waterway into a shade of bright emerald green by dumping 100 pounds of environmentally friendly dye right into the Chicago River. CONTINUE READING »

Staying in Hong Kong during Easter? We’ve found the best Kong Kong hotels for a staycation – the ones that will transport you to a world of luxury with brilliant complementary meals, spa sessions and more! Staycations have become a staple in the city during the holiday and for good reason. It provides a fuss-free way to relax and enjoy the break. This year, Hongkongers can enjoy a four-day weekend for Easter! And if you’ve already planned ahead, you can take a day off right after the Tomb Sweeping holiday (that’s a whopping six-day vacation!). However, don’t think you’re missing out...