Are there any Key Lime Pie lovers out there?! I certainly am one! I made this pie while Mike was sleeping after work one day, and it was almost half gone before he woke up! Anyone who knows me can attest to the fact that I usually don't indulge in dessert unless it's something really good or has ...
Cardiomyopathies
So...what is a "cardiomyopathy"? The term cardiomyopathy refers to disease of the heart muscle. There are many types and many causes, signs, symptoms, and treatments. Here are the 5 types of cardiomyopathies. 1. Dilated -Most common cardiomyopathy - reduced contraction strength, large ...
A Few Types of Conduction Disorders
Your heart has a complex way of sending electrical signals through the muscle to tell the muscle to contract and squeeze blood out to the lungs or the body. When there are interuptions in these electrical signals, we call these conduction disorders. Conduction disorders are very common. Atrial ...
What I Actually Pack in My Carry-On for a Trip to Cancun
The incredibly talented bakers at our hotel crafted these gorgeous houses made of gingerbread and chocolate! I was in awe!! I always wake up earlier than Mike in the mornings (around 6 or 7) and I would immediately go to the coffee bar downstairs just to smell the rich chocolate. :) The first ...
Pantone Color of the Year: Ultra Violet
Ultra Violet Pantone deemed Ultra Violet (18-3838) as the Color of 2018. This blue-based purple was chosen for its "mystical" and "spiritual" qualities. Historically, this color has been used in religious places and the color symbolizes community and connection. Personally, I like it because it ...
