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January 10, 2021

Four Ways to Benefits From a Brain Dump

When was the last time you did a good Brain Dump?  If it's been a while or if it's been NEVER, then I highly recommend it.  Honestly, there's nothing better than a good brain dump. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, a Brain Dump is basically described as the act of dumping all the … Read more about Four Ways to Benefits From a Brain Dump

Filed Under: General, General Post, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

April 23, 2020

Being Well These Days (and of course a workout!)

When I get up these days I take a few seconds to confirm what day of the week it is.  Then, because I am such a good friend, I send text reminders to a few friends who might need that reminder (;  Since today feels like number 3,476,953 days of quarantine, I definitely needed to remind myself that … Read more about Being Well These Days (and of course a workout!)

Filed Under: Family, Fitness, General, General Post, Health Tips, Healthy Kitchen, My Stories

April 14, 2019

Self Care IS a Thing. . . and may not be what you think

There is SO much hype out there about self-care these days. It seems to be one of the new, trendy things we have to put on our "to do" list. OR it sounds kinda "high falutin" and what those "ladies who lunch" do that the rest of us might feel too guilty about indulging in. But I'm here to share with … Read more about Self Care IS a Thing. . . and may not be what you think

Filed Under: Fitness, General, General Post, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

November 10, 2018

I’m Just Like You . . . so let’s make a plan

All this time I've been giving fitness and nutrition advice I've tried to write to everyone and be cognizant of so many different schedules and seasons of life.  I've wanted to give value to you whether you are a young mom with those children all over the place, one who works a full time or part … Read more about I’m Just Like You . . . so let’s make a plan

Filed Under: Fitness, General, Health Tips, Healthy Kitchen, Motivation, My Stories

October 18, 2018

Taking Back My Mornings

I have always considered myself a morning person.  I tend to love the morning time and typically wake without an alarm.  (that's unless it's wrestling season when the wrestler has to get up loooooong before the sun even considers rising).  I have had a really good morning routine for years now that … Read more about Taking Back My Mornings

Filed Under: General

September 6, 2018

My Recent Challenge to Be Your Best Old Lady Self

  I recently ran a five day challenge on my Facebook Page.  I had been thinking about the five top tips for success in implementing new habits whether they be in health and wellness, fitness or just life in general.  Through my own attempts, fails, and finally wins, these are the top five … Read more about My Recent Challenge to Be Your Best Old Lady Self

Filed Under: General

August 29, 2018

6 Ways to a Healthy Boost in Confidence

I was talking with a friend the other day - I'm not even sure how we got to this topic - but this friend, without batting an eye, told me I "just needed to get more confidence."  Ouch.  Where did that come from?  But, it is absolutely true.  Spot on.  I have lots of areas that I do feel pretty … Read more about 6 Ways to a Healthy Boost in Confidence

Filed Under: Fitness, General, General Post, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

July 29, 2018

5 Tips for Success this Fall

It's that time of year.  The school season is just around the corner.  Whether you have little preschoolers underfoot, college kids moving out or anything in between, or even are completely out of the whole "school season" time of life, we all typically feel the change in schedules, mindsets and … Read more about 5 Tips for Success this Fall

Filed Under: Family, General, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

July 9, 2018

My Top Three Post Vacation Tips

We are back from a great family vacation.  It was so nice to have the three boys together along with our nephew for some laid back time  in the sun, a day spent on a boat, hanging out in the beautiful Caribbean waters, enjoying some ferocious card games and, of course, sharing some mighty good … Read more about My Top Three Post Vacation Tips

Filed Under: Family, Fitness, General, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

June 15, 2018

Do Something for You This Weekend

I used to pooh pooh the whole concept of self-care and "taking time for myself".  If you are in a really busy stage of your life, perhaps with young children running around, a demanding job, or find yourself in the sandwich portion of your life where you are still acting as a parent to your own … Read more about Do Something for You This Weekend

Filed Under: Fitness, General, General Post, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

May 23, 2018

Make Yourself a Job . . . an audio update

I have shared in this space before that I have Meniere's Disease.  This is an autoimmune disease that affects the ear and can cause ringing or tinitus in the ear or ears, vertigo, and hearing loss.  You can read more of my experience with these things here, here and here. About a year ago I … Read more about Make Yourself a Job . . . an audio update

Filed Under: Family, Fitness, General, General Post, Health Tips, Motivation, My Stories

April 24, 2018

Stop Canceling on Yourself

Today I want to talk to you about something or someone really important.  You.  It is April now - actually the end of April.  By now I am fairly sure most,  if not all,  of your excitement, inspiration and planning about how you were going to make and uphold some wonderful, fun and healthy goals for … Read more about Stop Canceling on Yourself

Filed Under: Family, Fitness, General, Health Tips, Motivation

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