Tiny Tidbit for Today - Warm Water

Always take pills with warm water not cold water. 

I think it helps activate the pill or capsule. (my opinion)

My husband's grandmother always drank a cup of hot water before going to bed. I have been trying it and it has helped me relax and go to sleep faster.

TINY TIDBIT FOR TODAY: Out in 60 Seconds

Sometimes I have trouble getting to sleep at night. I can't seem to turn my mind off. Not sure where I found this tip, but it is my latest and greatest to try.

A breathing exercise that promises to knock you out in a minute. The "4-7-8" technique is derived from yoga: Inhale for four seconds, hold your breath for seven seconds, and exhale forcefully for eight. Repeat three time and say "good night". 

I have been practicing it for about two weeks and it seems to work for me.  I will be curious to see if it works for you. Leave me a comment if it does or doesn't.

"Sweet Dreams"

Tiny Tidbit for Today - Ice Pack

If you need an ice pack, this is the best tip ever!  Buy a bag of frozen English peas. 




One bag didn't get it for me*.  I ended up with two bags combined them into one large Ziploc bag.

The peas are a lot more comfortable than ice cubes!

*FYI: We think it was a spider bite that I got while out in the yard?  I still have swelling.  The doctor has ruled out Gout! 

Tiny Tidbit for Today! - Hiccups

Hiccup! Hiccup! Hiccup!

Get It? Got It? Good!

Cure for the Hiccups!
Sounds easy and it is!
Here goes: DRINK  WATER  BACKWARDS...

Take a Break!

...A break from your computer screen helps relieve eye fatigue. Just thought I would share with you who are probably staring at your computer screen right now:)

 These tips are not original with me. I found them in the July 26, 2013 issue of 'The Week', a great weekly magazine!  I am trying them and they are working.  

Tip of the Week*

• "Take more eye naps: "Use the 20-20-20 rule": Develop a habit of looking at something at least 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds every 20 minutes."
• "Try a different font: Sans-serif fonts that provide ample space between between letters-i.e., Arial or Verdana**-can be easier on the eyes."
• "Keep screens clean: Wipe your screen once daily with a microfiber cloth.  Fingerprint smudges and dust make the focusing more difficult."

Another way to take a break!

*Summarized: Consumer Section, Leisure, Page 27.

**This is font I use in the Blog.