A Balanced Perspective Weekly
on Health and Wellness
March 2, 2006

1. Dedication To Denyse Dolny-Lipsy & The Definition Of Love
2. Recipe: Baked Rosemary w/ Caraway Sweet Potato
3. Website Highlight Of The Week - Genital Herpes
4. Cooking Classes
5. Improve Your Relationship with Food and Your Body
6. CHAMBERLINS COOKING CLASS TONIGHT
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1. Dedication To Denyse Dolny-Lipsy

This newsletter is dedicated to my dear, beautiful friend
Denyse, who passed away on February 28th, 2006 after
putting up a strong fight to breast cancer. She is one of
the most cherished people who have entered my life. She
was bright, honest, and loved me totally as I am. She
made me feel like her family was my own!

I'm sharing this article I wrote a few years back in
rememberance of Denyse. As mentioned in the article -

"Then there are the people we LOVE. I mean, REALLY LOVE.
They walk into the room, our eyes light up, and a smile
sweeps across our faces."

I love you Denyse! The Definition Of Love

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2. Baked Rosemary w/ Caraway Sweet Potato

3 medium sweet potatoes
2 TB olive oil
A big handful fresh rosemary, chopped
½ TB caraway seeds

Preheat oven 400 degrees F.

Scrub sweet potatoes under running water and cut into
big chunks

Sprinkle baking dish with oil, place the sweet potatoes
into the dish and add rosemary and caraway seeds.

Mix all ingredients together. Cover and bake for 50
minutes.

Optional: Sweet potatoes can also be baked with
cinnamon and 2 TBSP maple syrup

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"I thought by going to Melissa I would get a few dieting tips, some
new recipes to try at home, maybe lose 2 or 3 pounds, and walk
away feeling pretty good about myself. What I received from my
sessions with Melissa was so much more! Melissa went to the root
of my "troubles" and concerns, she lead me to a place where I could
let go, forgive, and be more proactive about my dreams. Since
Melissa, I have been dancing and performing more than ever and
feeling much more positive about my life and career. I sought out
Melissa to lose five pounds yet, in the end, I wound up gaining so
much more than anticipated. I have filled my life with so much
meaningful matter that craving healthy foods has come naturally and
I desire them in order to support my lifestyle. My achieved weight
loss ended up being just an added bonus." -CB, Dancer, NYC

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3. Website Highlight Of The Week - HSV

Support For Women with Genital Herpes

http://www.myheartdances.com/services/hsv.htm

One of the services I offer is education and coaching for
women with genital herpes. 1 in 4 women carry the virus
that causes genital herpes, and once diagnosed, many
women have difficulty finding accurate information. It is
also common to struggle with their self-image and
confidently entering into new relationships.

Private coaching is available.

A process group will also be starting soon. Please contact
me for confidential information. 917-689-6530
melissa@myheartdances.com

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4. Cooking Classes
(located on the Upper West Side)

Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company

"I truly enjoyed the cooking class. It was more than I expected.
I met some really interesting people, and Melissa was a great
instructor, patient and very informative. Not to mention the dish
we made (salmon burgers, quinoa,and our very own salad dressing)
were all so easy to make and very tasty and satisfying. I look
forward to taking another class soon" - Valerie-Saun Alerte

Thurs., March 9
Salmon Burgers
Spring-Out Quinoa
Sunset Salad
Parsley-Ginger Dressing (You will actually make your own!)

Tues., March 21
Garlic Braised Tempeh
Hummus w/Tortilla Chips
Mesclun Green Salad
Carrot-Ginger Dressing

Tues., April 4 (This class is $45)
Creamy Salmon Soup with Mustard Greens
Baked Rosemary w/ Caraway Sweet Potato
Dandelion Stir-Fry
Lemon Jasmine Rice
Blueberry Cream

Tues., April 11
Soba Noodles w/ Sesame
Sweet Vegetables
Sautéed Mustard Greens
Brown Rice Crispy Treats (w/ Peanut Butter)

Pre-Register Today – Only $40 per class
All classes are held on the Upper West Side

Class is from 6:30 until 8:30p.m.
And includes all of the following

*Hands-on instruction
*Meet new people
*Learn cool facts and tips about the food you’re eating
*Get healthy tips
*Receive a copy of the recipe to take home
*Enjoy a DELICIOUS meal at the end of class!
Made by The Fabulous You!

Please contact Melissa at Melissa@myheartdances.com for
more details and to register or call 917-689-6530

**Classes are fun, relaxed, and not intimidating! They are
great for beginners!

**Private classes are also available to small groups. Please
contact Melissa@myheartdances.com for details.

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5. Treat Yourself Well... Make Better Food Choices and
Stop Hating Your Body.

Working with women to improve their relationship
with food and their body!

*Improve Your Body Image
*Set short term and long term goals for your life
*Discover your talents, skills, and natural abilities
*Resolve Some Of Your Immediate Challenges
*Learn To Eat Well For Life

Call me to schedule an appointment: 917-689-6530
Melissa@myheartdances.com

Sessions are $75 to $125.

For more detailed info on services, check out:

http://www.myheartdances.com/services.htm

50% off a full 50 minute initial session throughout
February in celebration of the website launch!

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6. CHAMBERLINS COOKING CLASS TONIGHT

Beginning at 7pm

Cooking Class Demonstration followed by Chamberlins
Natural Foods Tour.

We're making:

Vegetarian Chili
Basic Jasmine Rice
Spinach and Mesclun Green Salad
Pear Sauce

For details/directions etc.
http://www.myheartdances.com/services/event_activ.htm

See you there!

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"You are non-judgmental and so real and practical about dealing
with these issues. I tell everyone about you. You are so young, but
you are so smart and have great insight. I love working with you,
and I'm a tough customer." GG, NYC