Hi Neighbor!
Yup, I jumped on the Dry January bandwagon and dragged my husband kicking and screaming on too. We also have a whole diet plan, water intake target and workout goal. New Year, New Me, and all that.
That’s right, we decided to make the worst month of the year even more painful. We committed to Dry January or Janopause or Drynuary waaaay back in December. We’ve never done it before because, well, we’re not masochists. But this year we (more like I) thought why not give it a try.
I understand why people take on the challenge. You eat and drink your way through December, by New Year’s Day feeling bloated with wine, cheese, charcuterie, and guilt, so you think abstinence for 31 days is the perfect antidote. A post-holiday cleanse! I’ll give my liver a much needed break. I’ll lose a few pounds. I’ll save a few bucks.
It’s day 20 for me of laying off the sauce. My husband has decided to personalize it, more of a “DryISH” January. He imbibes ONLY when he “needs a drink.” I believe he made it to day 7 but it was his birthday.
I can predict now that I’ll abstain for 31 days and lose 3 ounces. My husband is drinking when necessary and will lose 20 lbs. Am I salty about it, yes! #comingbackasaman
Apparently, you don’t have to be devoted to teetotaling for the entire month. Many of our friends are trying “Dryish” January. One is only drinking when out socially. Another is drinking once a week… weekends only… only beer…only Dry Martinis. Hey, whatever gets you through.
The campaign was officially started in 2013. The organization states on their website, “Dry January isn’t about giving anything up. It’s about getting something back. Get your fun back. Get your energy back. Get your calm back. Get your YOU back.”
“Get your fun back?” Nope. It is unfun. Heinken released this to try and make it more fun. It didn't work.
February could not get here sooner, amirite?
Dry January... Sigh January...
Regina
|
THANK YOU TO OUR ADVERTISERS!
We hope MainLine Neighbors keeps you connected to our community. 👋 Thanks to our local advertisers for sponsoring this week's newsletter. Please support our sponsors! Give them a click to learn more!
|
Immune Support Now
By Michael Briggs
There has never been a more critical time to boost your immune system than now. With the last variant of Covid-19 shifting to the Omicron variant, combined with the Delta variant, cold & flu season, and holiday stress levels, time is of the essence. I find it prudent to go back to basics when considering appropriate choices of nutrients.
Vitamins like A, D, & C all have roles in enhancing immune function, decreasing viral growth, and improving respiratory tract function. Dosages of Vitamin A in the range of 10,000-25,000IU, Vitamin D3 in the range of 4000-8000IU, & 1000-2000mg Vitamin C daily for adults are commonly used. The tag team of Zinc with the antioxidant quercetin have also demonstrated solid anti-viral actions. I generally keep the upper level of zinc dosing for adult females at 50-60mg daily and 100mg for adult males while Quercetin dosages vary between 250-500mg 2 times daily.
Another overlooked nutrient for immune function is glutathione, a master antioxidant in our bodies, or its precursor, N-Acetyl Cysteine, often abbreviated NAC. Glutathione enhances immune function & detoxification in the liver & lungs, along with improving cellular energy production. These above-mentioned nutrients are often found in combination products from professional brands like Metagenics & OrthoMolecular products.
Michael Briggs, PharmD, CNC, ICCT serves as COO of Lionville Natural Pharmacy and has been published in The Professional Guide to Complementary & Alternative Therapies, Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Older Adults. The Nursing Drug Handbook Series, and Pharmacotherapy.
Learn more at lionrx.com.
|
IT'S JANUARY: START A HOBBY
If you're routine includes a glass of wine after work, Happy Hour with friends, or weekends out celebrating you'll need to plan on how to replace that time with another activity.
Try Yoga!
25 days for $25
Bulldog Yoga
Bulldog yoga classes were created with a sole focus on your objectives…and to eliminate the intimidating feeling many of us get when we go to a gym or yoga studio.The mood at Bulldog is happy, not serious. They are about making yoga classes more approachable and accessible….and fun!
Details
A Full Woodshop Introduction!
Whoever says that woodshops are just for guys?! Try a women-only full introduction to a professional-grade woodshop with experts.
Details
Join a Book Group
Main Point Books offers several book groups. You are welcome to attend groups, at your convenience, with no prior sign-up. Details
Learn to Sail
Philadelphia Sailing Club
February 16th, 8:00 PM
Radnor Valley Country Club
Welcome aboard to all sailors and all interested in sailing at an in-person meeting. The Philadelphia Sailing Club is opens to anyone interested in sailing and to sailors of all skill levels: beginner, intermediate and expert. No experience is needed, just a desire to learn and meet new people. Instructional and educational sailing activities are organized and conducted, plus social events for those times when sailors are not on the water (we’re “Hard Aground”). Interested? Email inquiry@philadelphiasailingclub.org
Learn to Meditate
January 20th - February 3rd
Over three weeks, you will learn short mindfulness techniques that can help you breathe, relax, and de-stress. Details
Learn to Skate
Adult classes
Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society, Ardmore
Thirty minute lesson once a week for 4, 8 or 10 weeks (depending on the program). Details
|
GET ORGANIZED THIS JANUARY!
SORT and Succeed with Clutter Control Strategies; Take Care of You in 2022 through Organizing
January 31st @ 7:00 PM
Hosted by the Haverford Township Free Library
January is Get Organized & Be Productive Month. Darla DeMorrow, owner of HeartWork Organizing plans to participate in the national public awareness initiative to help start the new year off right by leading with change as a precursor to getting organized and increasing productivity. Registration is free and open to all..
|
HAPPY HOUR ALTERNATIVES
Coffee Talk & Tasting Happy Hour
January 26th
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Pour Richard's Coffee Company
If you wonder why the coffee you make at home doesn’t taste the same as the one you purchased at a specialty coffee shop, here’s your chance to find out how to make your home brewed coffee amazing. Details
|
Chestnut Hill on Ice
Friday & Saturday, January 28th & 29th
Live ice carving shows at Laurel Hill Gardens
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill
Ice-themed attractions, including ice sculptures, an iceless skating rink, live music, a yurt village, restaurant and retail specials, meet & greet with the snow queens and more. Details
|
Malvern Stroll
Thursday, January 20th @ 6:00 PM
King Street, Malvern
This is a real-life scavenger hunt just for grown ups on King Street during the upcoming Malvern Stroll! Details
|
Night Forms
Through February 27th
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Grounds for Sculpture, New Jersey
Night Forms: dreamloop by Klip Collective is an after-hours multi-sensory experience created between art and nature. Details
|
LOVE IS IN THE AIR
Boards & Booze
Monday, February 14th
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Philadelphia Woodworks
In just one extremely fun session you’ll enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop, make a gorgeous cutting board you can use forever and enjoy whatever snacks and drinks you want to bring! Details
Valentine's Day Cooking Class
A Taste of Italy
Friday, February 11th
Looking for a fun (and delicious) way to celebrate Valentine's Day this year? Join Executive Chef Adam DeLosso live, via Zoom, and learn to create a culinary masterpiece! Details
Valentine's Day Date Night
Thursday, February 10th
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wayne Art Center
Enjoy an evening of seasonal flavors with your sweetheart! During this hands-on cooking class, you’ll prepare a delicious four-course dinner, including roasted asparagus with prosciutto and Parmesan wraps, micro greens with Seckel pears, beef stroganoff and strawberry tarts. Details
Wine & Chocolate
Weekends in February
Three seatings: 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Chaddsford Winery
Tasting of five diverse wines paired with artisan selections from Éclat Chocolate. Learn more about local grape-growing conditions and Chaddsford’s unique winemaking process, from production to aging and bottling. Reservations required. Details
|
NEED TO KNOW!
Free Covid Tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order #44 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Details
|
|
Overcome your addiction in 2022.
RCA is a leading provider of drug & alcohol addiction treatment in the Delaware Valley.
Let us help you today
TheDevonDifference.com
|
Looking to renew your space
in 2022?
Check out West Elm, The Shade Store, Simon Pearce & more for a fresh perspective on all things decor.
Suburban Square
|
Enhance your outdoor space using pathway lighting, accent and uplighting, patio and entertainment space outdoor lighting from Illuminate Landscape lighting.
illuminatelandscapelighting.com
|
At Mathnasium we are changing lives through math!
All students were harmed by covid. We will help build their confidence in math and beyond.
Learning centers in Paoli, West Chester and Glen Mills
|
A coeducational, college-preparatory, Quaker school offering an outstanding independent school education to students in Nursery through grade 12
Friends' Central School
|
Be a part of the theatre magic at Wolf Performing Arts Center! Registration is open for performances, classes, camp, lessons and more! Learn more and register today!
wolfperformingartscenter.org
|
🙋 WHO WE ARE!
MainLine Neighbors, a women-owned company, has been delivering local information to the community for over 15 years.
We partner with the many community organizations and have been producing relevant content to meet the needs of our neighbors.
Do you want to advertise or sponsor MainLine Neighbors? Hit us up! Are you interested in producing stories for MainLine Neighbors? We’re into that too! Have any other questions? Send us an email at info@mainlineneighbors.com.
|
|
