Tracy Peternell

Storytelling is a beautiful art form. The sharing of stories, and the way their words, images, and emotions weave together, is a beautiful way to connect with others. Sometimes, stories serve to share information or impart knowledge; at other times, they serve simply to entertain and provide some well-deserved relaxation. We connect through stories to learn about a people or a culture and to preserve historical traditions.

We all have goals. Even when we’re not actively aware of them, we have goals. Like spending more time with our kids, getting active, eating healthier, or cutting down on single-use plastics. Some are easier to achieve than others. But sustainability and the health of our planet? This is a goal we should all share. The team at alive, the creators of delicious living, has some pretty lofty goals. Those we work on day-to-day, and those that are bigger picture and take time and patience to achieve.

Attempting a radical detox diet may seem tempting, but often these drastic diets center on deprivation and elimination, leaving us feeling frustrated, tired, and hungry. Incorporating even small dietary and lifestyle changes can have a huge effect on our physical and mental health. Say goodbye to the detoxes of old, and hello to healthy, nutritionally rich choices that naturally help our bodies eliminate toxins and impurities. What is a detox?