Cuts are coming.

The budget in Pennsylvania has been a huge issue for many people in my town. The state is one of the main employers in our area. Now that the budget has finally been settled, the news is reporting that numerous people will be laid off right before the holidays. Our area is so small that I know this will force many to people to look elsewhere for employment. It wouldn't surprise me if there was tough competition for jobs in philly as a result of the budget fallout. I know the state couldn't keep funding all the programs and cuts are necessary but I can't help but feel terrible for anyone impacted by this. There is never a good time to loose a job but at the holidays makes it all seem particularly cruel.

It is here!

H1N1 has reared it's ugly head in our part of the word. It seems like everyone I know has someone close to them who has had it or has been exposed to it. I am trying to do everything possible to stay healthy. I read that Dr. Oz is suggesting the following foods for boosting your immunity. This seems like a good idea for anyone who is like me and trying to avoid this dreaded bug.

He's showing the 5 top food to strengthen your immune system during the cold/flu season:

Sardines
Papaya (he showed carrot/papaya juice)
Miso Soup
Elderberry (can't eat the berry, have to drink the juice)
Garlic

I also read that taking Vitamin D3 daily will ward off the flu and fight the immune system also. It has to be D3. You can purchase liquid D3 for kids to take just a tsp. a day.