Beating the winter blues

Days like today (those with an average of 15 degrees) make us yearn for sunshine and warm weather. Although summer days are still months away, here are a few suggestions to bring a little sunshine and warmth indoors!

1. Make a summer dinner complete with turkey burgers, low-fat coleslaw, fresh fruit salad, and corn on the cob. Top it off with a cold juice spritzer (mix 1/4 cup juice and zero calorie flavored water) and Jell-o jigglers (a true sign of summer!).

2. Browse through your summer clothes you stashed away months ago and try a few on! Dream about how great it will feel to wear shorts and sandals and feel the warmth of the sun on your skin.

3. Clean out a drawer or closet... it's amazing what a little 'spring' cleaning will do for the soul!

4. Check out a few of the sunless tanners at your local store to bring a little sunshine to your skin.

5. Spread out a blanket on the floor for you and your loved ones then grab a few crossword puzzles, a few magazines, a bottle of water, and some favorite tunes. Relax and enjoy!

Happy dreaming about sunshine and warmth...