A mother's journey toward a healthier life through food, exercise and lifestyle changes.
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I love Rachel Hollis. Her book, "Girl, Wash Your Face," has changed my perspective on many things. Her book is divided by lies. They are lies she tells herself. Each chapter addresses one of the lies and how she changed her thinking about them. So, here are a few of the lies I've been telling … Continue reading The lies I tell myself
In Zombies, Run! season three, I did something horrible. I severely injured and maimed my friends while Moonchild, a researcher turned psycho-hippie, used her mind-control device on me. Sam Yao, one of my best friends who is the radio operator at Abel ... damn, I thought I killed him. Well, Runner 5, the listener's character … Continue reading Training Week 2: This right here
OK. The wind is gusting. What do I do? Tighten things up?! OK. Let's do this. Oh, crap I'm in the air again! Not good. What do I do now? JUUUUMP! Into the murky water of Edenton Bay I went as my little Sunfish capsized. The 14-foot long boat with an equally as long mast … Continue reading Sailing against perfection
So, my training has been halted for the past week. I haven't really posted much on social media because I hoped this was a quick something, like a stomach bug. As I described my symptoms to my mom during a semi-frantic phone call, she stopped me and said I may have vertigo. She has had … Continue reading Hello, hello. Vertigo
What do you have Produce that is at its prime but ready to start turning rotten. Potatoes with gashes in them from the farm equipment. Broccoli with a hint of yellow. Think the stuff the grocery store puts on sale to get it out the door quickly. Before you cook Go through the produce and … Continue reading What do I do with … questionable produce
The Special Olympics have an unique place in my heart. As a high school student, I helped train Olympians and run events. It was great seeing the sense of accomplishment on their faces. The participants’ enthusiasm was infectious. The memories of these activities have helped fuel a longtime wish to be a coach in some … Continue reading ARR: Special Olympics 5K and Polar Plunge
I've written this post many times -- in my head at least three time, twice in Wordpess and a few times in my dreams. But really nothing felt right this week. Until I sat and stared at the ceiling for a little over an hour. The popcorn-spotted ceiling was blank, no cool poster or signs. … Continue reading Thoughts while staring at the ceiling
