Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal

My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou

Category: Family Living

  • Thanksgiving Day:  From The Inside Out

    “Something wonderful begins to happen with the simple realization that life, like an automobile, is driven from the inside out, not the other way around. As you focus more on becoming more peaceful with where you are, rather than focusing on where you would rather be, you begin to find peace right now, in the…

  • I sustain myself with the love of family. – Maya Angelou Some relationships in families are complicated. We’d like to handpick our family members, but we cannot. But even if we could choose our peeps, we probably wouldn’t get it right anyway.  Think about it.  Over your lifetime, how many of your friendships have come…

  • Private Thoughts Of A Transitioning Vegan

    Pay attention to the things you are naturally drawn to. They are often drawn to your path, passion, and purpose in life.  Have the courage to follow them. -Ruben Chavez I am at conflict.  Like really feeling some kinda way. Only two weeks into my journey, I promised myself that I would not to turn…

  • In yesterday’s post, I shared a particular moment with my son showing his grandmother a compelling video of the harmful effects of cigarette smoking. Tailor is on a mission to help her win the war against tobacco addiction and, from the back seat,  I am cheering him on. Who am I to tell my son to leave his grandmother…

  • “Grandchildren complete life’s circle of love.”   For the fall semester, my 14-year-old has a freshman health class.  Tailor’s class is learning about the harmful effects of smoking cigarettes.  Nothing is more convincing than graphic images that show the deterioration of the human body. After dinner today he knocked on his grandmom’s bedroom door. “Grandmom, can I…

  • Here Is What I Found In My Bottled Water!

    This tall glass of water looks refreshing, right? Well, it’s not.  Pardon my language but it’s bullshit!   Don’t be hoodwinked by the appearance of anything. If I come across as annoyed.  I am. One sip and I knew I screwed up.  Big time!  Sweeter than fruit juice.  Like really disgusting.   The artificial sweetener…