Happy Herald - Feature Articles https://www.happyherald.com/articles.sec-8478-1-feature-articles.html <![CDATA[A Vegan Thanksgiving is Easy]]> Every year it gets easier and easier to eat vegan goodies. Of course, cooking is always the first and least expensive way to go: roasting vegetables, mashing potatoes and making the best gravy in the world – not the best vegan gravy in the world, the best gravy! I can’t take credit for the recipe, it’s in the “Veganza Animal Hero” picture book.]]> <![CDATA[Eight Tips to Rethink Clean at Home and On the Go ]]> From high-touch surfaces to personal hygiene, many have focused more on the cleanliness of their homes and the businesses they visit amid the pandemic.]]> <![CDATA[ How to Be a Savvier Shopper ]]> Before any big purchase, spend time researching the product and retailers to find potential upcoming sales or promotions. Also be conscious of the calendar and holidays or gift-giving events that might prompt special offers on an item you’re looking to buy.]]> <![CDATA[Veganza Animal HeroesSurprise Irish with Hero Capes ]]> The trifecta of vegan heroes – Veganza, Freedom and Courage – are on an international book tour in the United Kingdom, United States, and Ireland, underlining the power of kindness to all and serving plant based fare.]]> <![CDATA[ Four Summertime Skin Care Tips ]]> For a true glow-up from the comfort of your own home, try this quick and easy solution: Mix 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt (to help exfoliate and purify) with 1 tablespoon of watermelon juice (for hydration).]]> <![CDATA[ Sunny Summertime Safety ]]> Any time you’ll be outdoors for more than 15 minutes, you should wear protective sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even if it’s partly cloudy or overcast.]]> <![CDATA[ Five Steps to Detoxify Your Body Naturally ]]> As you prepare your mind and body for the warmer months, you may be interested in detoxification as a way of cleansing and eliminating toxins.]]> <![CDATA[ Make Family Reunions Meaningful ]]> Reunions that have been postponed during the pandemic will finally take place, and once those long-awaited hugs have been exchanged, everyone can settle in for some overdue catching up.]]> <![CDATA[ Five Easy Ways to Enhance Digestive Health ]]> As your social schedule picks up steam and you attend more social gatherings and celebrations, you may find yourself with an unexpected issue: digestive troubles.]]> <![CDATA[Emotional Safe Spaces Help Children Express Their Big Feelings]]> Many internet memes have been made about toddlers and their temper tantrums. While the outpouring of oversized emotions can be amusing when viewed from afar,...]]> <![CDATA[ Make Safety a Priority for Winter Travel ]]> Nearly half of Americans (47 percent) plan to travel in the next six months, according to a survey by 3M. A majority (76 percent) plan to travel by car, but more than a third of travelers are as concerned about road safety as they are about contracting COV- ID-19.]]> <![CDATA[Veganza Animal Hero]]> Good fortune has smiled on one of my latest projects to inspire empathy and create animal heroes. Drumroll please… The Veganza Animal Hero series has sprouted a Claymation short film! ]]> <![CDATA[“Be an Animal Hero” has Sprung! ]]> The leading question of most of my 61 years is, “How can I help animals in need?” Is there anyone else out there who has had a challenging time staying positive? I am a perennial optimist. Lately, however it has been a struggle. Why? Well, you know why.]]> <![CDATA[Earth to Consumers Can you hear me? ]]> The earth is giving us a wake-up call, the alarm bell is ringing loud and clear. The good news is it is so easy to help counter the climate crisis, save the earth and help animals – three times a day, every time you pick up your fork and choose scrumptious vegan fare.]]> <![CDATA[Go Green Go Veg]]> The other animals have lost a friend, a stalwart, consistent, long time, vegan, true friend, a supporter, a helper. I have lost a friend, a sincere, genuine friend – Sandy Burns – who I first met many years ago when I helped her organize a circus protest on the west coast of Florida.]]> <![CDATA[Vegan Valentine Gift ]]> Here’s my vegan Valentine gift for you, the Be an Animal Hero Vegan Guide! It’s so easy today to be an animal hero by going vegan. Lovey, the 18-year-old rescued canine who narrates the newly released “Veganza Animal Hero” story I wrote said it best:.]]> <![CDATA[Mother Nature Speaks 2021 ]]> One of my roles for Animal Hero Kids is that of a Mother Nature storyteller character for early elementary school grade levels. The stories of animal rescue and advocacy by youth empower youth to compassionate action.]]> <![CDATA[My Pandemic Pivot ]]> Like so many, my previously active life came to a halt with the advent of COVID-19 restrictions. I write these words with the full realization that staying home with scrumptious vegan fare and a working internet would be an absolute luxury to so many facing housing and food instability and job insecurity.]]> <![CDATA[Three Tips to Support Your Pet’s Immune System ]]> “The digestive tract has immune cells that provide surveillance and are the front-line protectors to catch potential issues when pets eat something that’s not good for them,”...]]> <![CDATA[Are You Ready for Good News Yet?]]> Here we are in Florida, the current – at the time of writing – epicenter of the latest and most lethal to date super virus we have created, how can there be good news?]]>