Today is Valentine’s Day, which means you’ve probably already thought about how you are going to express your appreciation for those you care about most in your life. This tradition starts when you are a child (remember making Valentines for your classmates and deciding whose would be the “most special”?) and continues all the way through adulthood. But have you ever stopped and thought to make a Valentine for yourself? The concept is not too far-fetched considering you are one of the most important and special person you know!
In honor of National Heart Month and Valentine’s Day we thought this is the perfect time for all of us here at Dairy Council of California to honor ourselves and our most special gift of all, our hearts. Today each one of our staff members made our very own Valentine’s card, which included our personal heart health pledge.
You would be surprised at the creativity adults have when given some glitter, card stock and stickers (a reminder that on some level we are all still kids at heart).
The best part of this activity was that we took the time to honor ourselves and show that we care about our own personal health. Go ahead and try it…pledge to treat your heart right and take the time today to give yourself a little love.
Ashley Rosales, RD
Project Manager
Ashley Rosales, Registered Dietitian
About me:
Ashley Rosales, registered dietitian, received her B.S. in Clinical Nutrition from UC Davis and completed the dietetic internship program at Napa State Hospital. She has a professional background in nutrition for the elderly and has worked in both the clinical and community setting. However, she has found her true calling working in the field of nutrition education where she can empower others to make the best food and lifestyle decisions for their own optimal health and wellness.
Ashley’s fondest childhood memories took place in the kitchen helping her mom and grandmother cook, or around the dinner table sharing laughs with family and friends. As a wife and new mom she loves keeping the family mealtime tradition alive by preparing delicious and nutritious meals at home and she is inspired to help others do the same. She strongly believes that no matter what challenges families are faced with, such as limited time, lack of skills or even economic resources, they can find unique ways to share in a home cooked meal and reap all of the wonderful benefits of family meal time.
Her favorite quote: “We are indeed more than what we eat, but what we eat can nevertheless help us be much more than what we are.”
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