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Articles, tips & resources from Martha to help you be your best self — for you and those around you.

Martha Kester
Tiny Change

Tiny Change

   A healthy lifestyle really starts with one tiny step.  I recently read an article about a lady who set out to get healthy.  She started by walking and was inspired by a challenge at her office.  This walking challenge for her turned into a step challenge which...

Crock-Pot Lemon Chicken with Tomatoes & Kalamata Olives

Crock-Pot Lemon Chicken with Tomatoes & Kalamata Olives

This easy crockpot meal from EatingWell will easily become your favorite on a busy evening.  There is minimal prep and the meal is not only healthy but loaded with taste.  The lemon juice and zest add a lightness to the meal making it pefect for a warm, Spring day or...

Sunshine Lemon Chicken Chowder

Sunshine Lemon Chicken Chowder

This dinner from Realfoodwholelife  has quickly become a favorite of ours.  My husband Lee and I have been eating off of this meal for the last three days.  It is extremely light for the warm, spring days we are experiencing right now.  This meal is also healthy and...

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother's are special people and I am extremely blessed to have my mother just ten minutes away and my mother-in-law only two and a half hours away.  May is a time to celebrate mothers and May is quickly approaching.  If you are anything like me, you are already...

Spring Pea & Asparagus Pasta

Spring Pea & Asparagus Pasta

This recipe, from Cookie & Kate, is perfect for the Spring as it includes asparagus.  Any pasta you enjoy can be used.  This dish makes a lot of servings so enjoy it for the whole week or with friends.  I especially love that this dish includes healthy fats from...

Why Shopping Local Matters

Why Shopping Local Matters

Before you sit down for a meal, do you pray?  Do you pause for a moment to give thanks for all the hands that had something to do with getting the food to your table?  Depending on where your food came from, that could be a lot of hands.  When it comes to produce, I...

Black Bean Brownies

Black Bean Brownies

You will not believe these brownies are made from black beans!  This delicious recipe is by Joy Food Sunshine. These brownies contain minimal ingredients and are packed with protein, potassium, fiber and iron.  If you are on a gluten and dairy free recipe, this...

Turkey Chili

Turkey Chili

I recently made this turkey chili from Two Peas and Their Pod. It is excellent!  Not only is it easy to prepare but the cooking is all done by the crockpot and there was minimal clean up!  This recipe makes 10 servings so it is perfect for a gathering with friends and...

Your Heart Needs more than Exercise and a Healthy Diet

Your Heart Needs more than Exercise and a Healthy Diet

When it comes to heart health, we know the many benefits of exercise and a healthy diet. Did you know that getting plenty of sleep each night (7-8 hours) is just as important for a healthy heart? According to the Cleveland Clinic, those who suffer with chronic...

3 Things I do to Fall Asleep

3 Things I do to Fall Asleep

     It takes my husband, Lee, a while before he is asleep at night and he often wakes up around two in the morning.  Falling asleep and staying asleep is easy for me.   He once asked me how I do it.  I told him I breathe.  Deep belly breathing is an effective way to...