So, on June 16th I celebrated turning the BIG 50! It’s hard to believe I’m 50, and I often get asked “my secrets”.. haha!! Anyway, I will share a few on this blog post, but be sure to follow me on Insta on my handle @marioochcooks for the most up-to-date stories and recipe developments, as well as some of my workout ideas and advice.

I’m a firm believer that what you do everyday, so your habits literally in this case, “shape you!” – daily PRAYER, daily workouts, daily moisturizer AND sunscreen, daily food creativity (weekly writing), daily healthful eating! The workouts are ALWAYS combined workouts: pilates, walks, weights, speed bag work, stretch and repeat! As a former aerobics instructor (10 years) I am disciplined, but if you can, join a class, because it’s fun and motivating for a lot of people.  Walks are cheap, and you can take the dog too. That will accomplish two tasks!! I have many dog friends along my path, some have passed now, but new pups are in the neighborhood.

Eating healthy is so important. In today’s fast paced world, take out is high on the list when we are short on time. If so, eat clean irregardless – like Panera salads, they work great! Making a freshly made home cooked meal is my fave, and we typically have a few visitors during the week. My house is where the kids hang. In fact, some follow me on Insta and know exactly what’s for dinner and show up just in time. I never mind, and my kids’ friends are always welcome. We chat, eat and have fun. That is what life is about – sharing a meal!

I hope these tips help! Thank you for following my blog…Look for more exciting things from Mariooch’s Kitchen in the near future….this summer it’s all about sharpening my “chef skills” – like meat preparation, chicken, pork chops and the list goes on and on……Lots of reading and some new recipes along the way. OH yes and I’m sending my daughter, Sydney, off to Europe for part of the summer:  Switzerland, Italy, Spain, and France, and Monaco, and then my daughter, Maggie, off to College! My son, Jack is fine tuning his soccer skills all summer to try out for the school soccer team in the Fall.

Wishing you a happy summer filled with lots of yummy and delicious foods and fun times shared with friends.

xo

Mary