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Posted on August 24, 2020August 24, 2020

Two Weeks into a Weight Loss Journey

This post is more personal than I usually get with my blog. But, since dieting is something most of the world’s population does at some point, it is a relevant…

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Posted on March 11, 2020March 11, 2020

The Effect of COVID-19 on Workouts & Toilet Paper, #SOL20, Day 11/ Year 3.

I am curious if your gym or workout “place” has been affected by the fear caused by COVID-19 hysteria. This morning my husband and I went to the YMCA for…

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Posted on January 29, 2020January 29, 2020

Goals for 2020

Anyone who knows me knows that I am a very goal-directed person. Last year, while I was working at a new position, I was asked to set goals. I did;…

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Posted on November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

Slice of Life Tuesday: A Return to The Y.

Today is Slice of Life Tuesday! It is on this day each week writers can share with others via the TwoWritingTeachers.org blog who host Slice of Life Tuesdays.  It is…

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Posted on March 26, 2019March 25, 2019

Dragging from Insomnia: Part II

If you read my middle of the night post, you know I was visited by my unwanted friend named Insomnia. Fortunately, I am able to arrange my work schedule to…

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Posted on September 17, 2018September 17, 2018

A Morning Walk

We are having another summer like day this morning in the midwest. Honestly, with temperatures in the upper 80’s in mid-September, I am more than ready to have it cool…

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Posted on August 30, 2018August 30, 2018

August = Allergy Season

August means allergy season in our house. Sneezing, eye-rubbing, and allergic salutes can be seen performed by any one of three family members. My entire life has been plagued by…

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Posted on July 31, 2018July 31, 2018

From Meh to Marvelous in 24 hours

What’s the secret to a good mood for me lately? I determined that it is something as simple as getting out of the house! Yesterday, feeling lazy, I missed my…

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