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Wishing you all a very  Merry Christmas  from my family to you and yours!  “Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. … Continue reading →

In the years since beginning my weight loss journey I’ve noticed I do not bake as much as I used to.  In fact, both this year and last year I decided to make non-sweet Christmas treats for my kids’ teachers. … Continue reading →

I’d like to invite you to join me in spreading some cheer to a man who could really use the encouragement.  I read about this while I was out of town, but wasn’t able to post it at that time. … Continue reading →

Last week I had the opportunity to accompany my husband to his annual training at the Naval station in Bethesda, Maryland.   Some of the highlights from my week were …  Sleeping in for me!!! French press coffee in bed … Continue reading →

It has finally happened.  I had my first fitness injury yesterday.  There I am running in my neighborhood, minding my own business when the next thing I know I feel something at my left foot and I’m falling forward.  I … Continue reading →

Last night my 13-year-old was showing us his muscles. (I’m learning this is common in teen boys… lol )  Then one of his sisters joined in and started showing hers.    My son has been going to the gym with … Continue reading →

I was catching up on some blog reading the other day — this is always very motivating to me when I’m lagging in my good eating and/or exercise habits — and I noticed some people getting back on track with … Continue reading →

It was a small gathering, but three people did join me in doing a virtual Turkey Trot during Thanksgiving weekend.  Two of my friends sent me pictures, so they got an extra entry into my little drawing.  🙂 Thank you … Continue reading →

November 30Today’s Weight:  166.5Loss/Gain:  +5.5 lbs Goodness.  The only good news about gaining over five pounds this month is that I put it on in the first half of the month and then stayed there.  I weighed myself a week … Continue reading →

So…I’ve been perusing the internet for a bit looking for a virtual 5K to join up with on Thanksgiving Day.  Last year I did one and it felt so good to get out there and run a bit and be … Continue reading →