Our Carpe Diem

Seize the day! Make mistakes, get messy!

Category: Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem literary means to “Seize the Day”. Live each day to its fullest, adventures await. Every day is special! Life is too short not to enjoy every single moment. Celebrate life, the universe and everything!

Birding

Who knows better how to carpe diem than our friends the birds? To quote Matthew from the bible

Look at the birds in the sky! They don’t plant or harvest. They don’t even store grain in barns. Yet your Father in heaven takes care of them.

Go check out our birding fun. So many people have started birding during this pandemic, because it is great for social distancing.

Snorkeling

No need to explain why snorkeling is great for social distancing also. Since I hate snow, it totally is my favorite winter sport. I have written about snorkeling in Sian Ka’an, Mexico and on Oahu. Carpe Diem!

  • Five Years after MS Diagnosis: Then and Now

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    A seasoned MS-warrior reflects on the five years since her multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Feeling blue back then, but fine now. How her life changed for the better during these years of living with MS. Getting fit and strong with yoga and hula hooping. Read and enjoy!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    A seasoned MS-warrior reflects on the five years since her multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Feeling blue back then, but fine now. How her life changed for the better during these years of living with MS. Getting fit and strong with yoga and hula hooping. Read and enjoy! #MultipleSclerosis #MS #LifeWithMS #OurCarpeDiem #ThisIsMS

  • Best Birding in Costa Rica: Hungry Heron on the Hunt!

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    Meet the birds of Costa Rica and learn where to find them. The zany zanate and the marvelous Mrs Motmot. Did you know that some birds eat crocodiles? What about these prehistoric looking birds? Do frigate birds STEAL their food instead of doing their own hunting? Have you ever seen a gull on top of…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Meet the birds of Costa Rica and learn where to find them. The zany zanate and the marvelous Mrs Motmot. Did you know that some birds eat crocodiles? What about these prehistoric looking birds? Do frigate birds STEAL their food instead of doing their own hunting? Have you ever seen a gull on top of a pelican’s head? #OurCarpeDiem #birding #CostaRica #TarcolesRiver #Puntarenas

  • Dive In Now! Enjoy Snorkeling and Dolphins in Oahu

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    Discover the deep blue underworld of Oahu, snorkeling and watching dolphins. Visit age-old coral reefs all from the comforts of the Ocean Joy. Be amazed by spinner #dolphins. Explore the rich variety of colorful fish life. Hold a starfish in your hands! Find out about #snorkeling at Electric Beach.

    Written by

    Karen Lanzetta
    Discover the deep blue underworld of Oahu, snorkeling and watching dolphins. Visit age-old coral reefs all from the comforts of the Ocean Joy. Be amazed by spinner #dolphins. Explore the rich variety of colorful fish life. Hold a starfish in your hands! Find out about #snorkeling at Electric Beach on #Oahu. #OurCarpeDiem #NatureCruise #Hawaii #BestThingsToDo

  • Catch Fire and Get Lost on the Manoa Falls Trail

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    The Manoa Falls hike in Ohau is an awesome hike to feel like you are in Jurassic Park and to experience the tropical rain forest. Lots of bird watching too! Even if you don’t make it to the top.

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Manoa Falls is a great hike on Oahu. You might recognise parts of it, since some of the movies “Jurassic Park” and “Catching Fire” were filmed right here in the jungle. The hike was a tad more intense than I could manage with my multiple sclerosis, but there were other things to check out. Get lost with us! #OurCarpeDiem #travel #oahu #Hawaii #hiking #MultipleSclerosis #traveltips #spoonies

  • Be On Top Of The World! Hike Diamond Head.

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    Top Tips for hiking Diamond Head Hawaii, both with and without MS. How long does it take? How hard is the hike? What is the best time to visit Diamond Head State Monument? Is the trail ADA accessible?

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Twelve top tips for Hiking Diamond Head Hawaii, the most popular #hike on Oahu, Hawai’i. It has a spectacular panoramic view from the top. This hike is not too hard if you are in shape, but it is a lot harder if you are out of shape or live with MS. How long does it take? Can you do it as a spoonie or have multiple sclerosis. Read now! #OurCarpeDiem #travel #Hawaii #MultipleSclerosis #traveltips #hiking #DiamondHead #spoonie

  • The Ultimate Green Gift Giving Guide: Reusables

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    Top 5 Eco Friendly Gifts: Reusables Since we all want to preserve our planet, here are the best reusable eco friendly gifts for any occasion. Christmas, birthdays, Hanukkah, and “just because”. Some are perfect for stocking stuffers. Gift ideas | Ecofriendly | Skip the straw | No plastic | Save the Earth | Keep our…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Top 5 Eco Friendly Gifts: Reusables How can we preserve our planet? The best reusable eco friendly gifts for any occasion. Valentine’s Day, Christmas, birthdays, Hanukkah, and "just because". Stocking stuffers. Gift ideas | Ecofriendly | Skip the straw | No plastic | Save the Earth | Keep our oceans clean | For her, for him, for anyone | Green gift giving for women, men, teens and kids. #OurCarpeDiem #GiftGuide #EcoFriendly #GreenGifts #reusables #affiliate

  • I Got Featured in Momentum, an MS Magazine!

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    I got featured in Momentum Magazine, linking to my blog! Meet Karen Lanzetta, an MS-warrior, bird nerd and travel writer. Carpe Diem!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Egret, go birding and be safe. Read Momentum magazine

  • Covid-19 Antibodies Testing: Our Experience

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    Covid-19 antibodies testing. An MS-warrior shares their experience with the Covid-19 antibodies test and the test for the active corona-virus. What will their result be? What does it mean for her social distancing?

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Covid-19 Antibodies Testing An #MSwarrior shares their experience with the Covid-19 antibodies test and the test for the active corona-virus. What will their result be? What does it mean for her social distancing? #Covid19 #pandemic #Covid19Antibodies #OurCarpeDiem #MSstrong #multiplesclerosis

  • LoveYourBrain Yoga for MS

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    LoveYourBrain Yoga for MS An exciting new pilot study on using LoveYourBrain yoga for Multiple Sclerosis | MS. Find out more about this study and how a snowboarding accident led to free yoga and meditation classes for Traumatic Brain Injury | TBI survivors. Watch the Crash Reel documentary about Kevin Pearce and find out how…

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    Karen Lanzetta
    LoveYourBrain Yoga for MS An exciting new pilot study on using #LoveYourBrain #yoga for #MultipleSclerosis | #MS. Find out more about this study and how a snowboarding accident led to #free yoga and meditation classes for #TraumaticBrainInjury | #TBI survivors. Watch the #CrashReel documentary about #KevinPearce and find out how it all started. #MSresearch #MS-warrior #MSAwareness #OurCarpeDiem

  • How to Stop Buying Stuff

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    Are you overwhelmed with Stuff? Do you want to declutter, but it just isn’t working? Read how you can Stop Buying Stuff and live a happpier life!

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    Karen Lanzetta
    Stop Buying Stuff Are you overwhelmed with Stuff? Do you want to declutter, but it just isn't working? Are you spending way too much money on the latest gadget? Read how you can Stop Buying Stuff and live a happier life! You will have more time for experiences and friends. You will have more money to travel. Start now! Carpe Diem. #minimalism #YearWithoutShopping #OurCarpeDiem #savemoney #declutter #CarpeDiem