So, are you ready for 6 ways to celebrate National Cherry Month? With the days getting longer next month; Washington DC hosts a Cherry Blossom Festival from March 26th to April 16th.
6 Ways to Celebrate National Cherry Month
If you are planning to visit DC; check out my Washington DC Cherry Blossom Season post for some ideas and places to visit. However, if you are not going to visit DC; there are lots of ways to celebrate.
At the same time, this month made its mark in 1912 due to Japan sending the United States 3,000 cherry trees as a symbol of friendship between the two countries.
Because a single cherry can resemble a heart; the 2 go hand-in-hand.
1. First, buy some cherries when you are shopping at your local market. Moreover, cherries provide a lot of health benefits.
So, are you ready to try making your own smoothie?
Cherry Smoothies Recipe
- 1 cup of Cherries (I recommend using fresh cherries; however you can also use frozen cherries)
- 1/2 cup of 1% low fat milk
- 1 Teaspoon of Almond extract
- 1/4 plain yogurt
- Hence, you can also add a banana to give it a different flavor
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Mix all ingredients in a blender until completely smooth.
Serve immediately.
Enjoy!
Not only is this recipe easy; but is packed with antioxidants.
2. Visit a Cherry Blossoms exhibit. And, if you are visiting a place that has an exhibit or festival; you can plan a trip at your leisure right from your home. Take a virtual trip – Cherry Blossoms at BBG. Take a stroll and listen to the music!
3. When it comes to your beauty and skin care routine; nothing is better than having an antioxidant that protects your skin. In addition, cherries have Vitamin A, B, C, and E which is beneficial to anti-aging.
Farmacy Makeup Remover Cleansing Balm
When you are looking for a way to remove your makeup gently; this pink cherry-scented balm will gently remove your makeup without leaving your skin feeling dry. In addition, this balm is a gentle exfoliator to remove dead skin cells and give your skin a healthy boost.
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Snow Fox Japanese Cherry Blossom Smoothing Mask
In my opinion, I recommend using a good mask at least twice a week.
Indeed, you want your skin to look its best.
This mask features antioxidant-rich cherry blossoms from the orchards in Kyoto, Japan. Hence, the ingredients in this mask will smooth and soothe your skin to keep it firm and hydrated.
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NIVEA Cheerful Cherry Gift Box Set
4. Moreover, any cherry lover will fall in love with this NIVEA cherry beauty box. Included in this set is the following:
- Two Cherry-infused lip balms – With a hint of red, this lip balm will provide hydration and nourishment to your lips.
- Two infused Cherry Blossom hand cream – This product will have your hands feeling smooth and soft for 24 hours. Use it regularly to keep your hands looking their best.
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Rock your cherry fashion vibe!
5. Since cherries make your life sweet; why not add a fun cherry printed fashion style or accessory to your wardrobe?
Crocs Women’s and Men’s Cherry Printed Shoes
When you are looking for a comfortable shoe to walk around in; these classic clogs from Crocs are ideal. Comfort and style marry in this cherry-printed clog for both Men and Women.
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Cherry Embroidered Sweater Set
Exclusive to ASOS, from Reclaimed Vintage; this cherry embroidered cable sweater set lends a fresh appeal for the upcoming Spring and Summer season.
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Wild Cherry Seeds.
6. Moreover, if you have ever wanted to grow your own cherry tree; now you can. Hence, it is recommended that you plant your seeds in light to medium soil as heavier soils attract wildlife.
As long as you keep your soil moist; you should be able to enjoy this tasty fruit.
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As always, I welcome your comments on the 6 ways to celebrate National Cherry Month?
Happy National Cherry Month!