Arizona Dream Lifestyle January Newsletter

ARIZONA DREAM

JANUARY 2024

Grow

2024 INTO THE NEW YEAR

Xeriscaping

An Introduction for Beginners

Planning Your Year Outlining 2024

January Events

From Art, to Cars, to Food

J A N U A R Y Events Around the Valley

Inspired

31ST ANNUAL CAREFREE

FCCS:

AZ ARTISTS CELEBRATE THE NATURAL WORD

Fine Art & Wine Festival Future Collector Car Show

Artwork from more than 50 artists will showcase unique perspectives of wildlife, conservation and the natural world through a variety of mediums.

With over 155 juried fine artisans, attendees can expect a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums.

PHOENIX ZOO THU-SUN UNTIL JAN 28

DOWNTOWN CAREFREE JAN 19-JAN 21 • 10AM-5PM

POLO FIELD | WESTWORLD SUN • JAN 21 • 8AM-3PM

This family-friendly concours-style event features makes and models from the 1980s to today that best represents the future of the collector car hobby.

A Taste of AZ

FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL

SALT RIVER FIELDS SAT • JAN 27 • 1PM-6PM

Make your way to the Salt River Fields East Lawn where food and drink, live music, and more awaits.

Indulge in an array of samples including tacos, burgers, beer, wine, and cocktails!

XERISCAPING AN INTRODUCTION FOR BEGINNERS While we call the desert our home, it’s important to keep in mind how we can live in harmony with the natural environment. We may not have the robust forests that the Midwest does here in the valley, but there are still countless ways to natively introduce effective greenery into our living spaces. Particularly, in a way that is mindful of our desert’s most important resource, water.

According to wateruseitwisely.com,

Up to 70% of water use is outdoors.

If you are considering your landscaping in a way that is reflective of the natural desert climate, here are some tips.

1. Check with your subdivision regarding what you can and cannot do before planning any major landscaping changes.

5. Consider skipping fertilizer for native desert plants.

They have adapted to nutrient-deficient soil and it would only increase their desire for water.

2. T he best source of water is rainwater. Research grading and learn how effective it can be at capturing and directing water around your yard.

6. Remove weeds early. Preventing them from flowering also prevents them from returning. Not to mention, they steal quite a bit of nutrients and water from the ground.

3. The most efficient way of saving water is by implementing a comprehensive irrigation system.

7. Research pruning before trying for yourself.

Improper pruning can cause plants to use more water than is otherwise necessary.

a. Understand how much water your plants need. b. Group them by their water consumption. c. Use differing types of irrigation systems for the right plants. d. Consider looking into smart controllers and devices to assist you.

4. Adding mulch to your yard has a multitude of benefits, such as keeping roots cooler and preventing losing water through evaporation.

8. Plant native trees, such as the Chilean Mesquite, in strategic locations around your home. Not only for their very low water needs, but also to save on electricity in the summer months from their shade.

Learn more about Xeriscaping at wateruseitwisely.com

2024

Veggie

FRITTATA MUFFINS

PLANNING

INTO THE NEW YEAR Now that we are on our way into 2024, it’s a good time to consider planning out the year if you haven’t done so already.

Aside from any new year’s resolutions, have you outlined what this year will look like for you? It’s all about setting a good foundation to help you feel more prepared. It’s not about perfection, it’s about long-term improvement.

Roses do not bloom hurriedly; for beauty, like any masterpiece, takes time to blossom - Matshona Dhliwayo

• Separate your personal and professional goals.

•W hat are some things you wish to achieve professionally?

• Determine routines you’d like to focus on and improve.

•W hat does the ideal month look like?

•W hat does the ideal day look like?

• Note down all the important dates and time blocks for the year that you know of right now and want to make sure not to forget. You can use a physical calendar or a digital calendar, or a combination of both.

Birthdays

Holidays & major events

Personal care appointments

• 8 large eggs

• 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk • 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

• freshly ground black pepper

Events

• 2 small kale leaves, finely shredded • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes • 1/4 cup scallions

• 1/3 cup crumbled feta

• Set specific dates for completing these goals, or to check in with yourself on where you’re at.

•W hat does the ideal week look like?

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Schedule a time to plan out the year.

• What are some things you wish to achieve personally?

PREP: 10 MIN | COOK: 20 MIN | SERVES: 12

Medical appointments Vacations

Personal time

By the end you’ll have a good framework and idea of what the year ahead looks like. Revisit and revise often to stay on top of the year.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and brush a nonstick muffin pan with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic, dijon mustard, most of the dill (reserve a little for garnish), salt and pepper. Pour just a bit of the egg mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup. Divide the kale, tomatoes, scallions and feta into each cup then pour the remaining egg mixture on top.

3. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes or until the eggs are set. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with the remaining dill. Store any remaining frittatas in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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