Labor Day is upon us. Want to know more about its origin? Click here for Labor Day History: 11 Facts You Need to Know. Unfortunately, how to find beach parking isn’t among them.
A Relaxing Day at the Sea Shore
Whether you’re celebrating Labor Day at the shore or firing up the barbie at home, remember, it’s still “Fruit and Veggies – More Matters Month.” I know it’s hard to keep that mind with distractions like burgers and beer, but there are lots of simple ways to add more fruits and veggies to our holiday plans.
Here’s A full Labor Day picnic in five 15-minute dishes from The Editors of Eating Well Magazine, featuring lots of delicious fruits and veggies, like Broccoli Slaw and Sliced Tomatoes with Pesto Drizzle . If you don’t have pesto in the house, just drizzle tomatoes with a little olive oil and salt and pepper. Delicious!
Rather shop than tan?
A Relaxing Day at the Mall
Here’s A Guide to the Best Labor Day Sales from US News. And that old rule about avoiding white after Labor Day. Fuggedaboutit. Wear whatever you want. You only live once. Want to buy a pair of white pants? Here’s an article called How to Not Look Fat in White Pants. While at the mall, skip the Cinnabons and double-crust pizza, and choose something like a refreshing Orange Julius. A medium has only 160 calories and all your daily Vitamin C.
Personally, I’ll be at the track.
A Relaxing Day at the Races
That’s right! I’ll be at Del Mar where, yesterday, a track record Pick Six pool of $6,656,591 provided payoffs of $35,553.40 to124 lucky bettors with perfect tickets. Talk about a way to celebrate Labor Day Weekend!
Whatever you do tomorrow, expect crowds. And if it involves hitting the road, drive safely.
