Enjoy the beauty of Spring!

It’s April, when the promise of spring is just beginning and plants are awakening from their winter sleep. It’s one of my favorite times of the year. I love to go outside in the garden–it’s my place to enjoy the beauty of nature and escape. Just the thought of the fragrance makes me smile. If you don’t have a place to retreat like this, make one. Buy yourself some plants and bring a garden into your home. Explore the possibilities. Grab a book and go to the coziest place in your house. Put some music on, light a candle and take a long soothing bath. Find that special something to rejuvenate yourself. The spring season can do that for many people. Have you noticed it too? There’s a freshness to the air. Clothing is lighter. Joggers are out–walkers too. Mothers are pushing baby strollers through the park. Children are jumping to get of the house and play.

So, let’s get out there in the spring air. Walk, run and jump with excitement. And, if you want to go out with added performance and style, check out our spring line of lingerie and exercise wear – it’s great for yoga, dance and the gym too. Visit our website to see Lavinia Lingerie & Activewear.

P.S. – I discovered a great new recipe last month, which is delicious and easy to make. And if you know someone who can’t or won’t eat dairy and animal products, it’s a perfect treat.

Holiday Cake

2½ cups flour
2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup oil
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sugar
3 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup orange juice
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup water
1cup raisins

Combine the sugar and oil, add the orange juice, baking powder and water.
Add dry ingredients. Spray a 9″ x 11″ pan and pour in mixture.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and bake for 45 minutes.

Make it happen!