With the change in routine, sleep patterns, and general hustle of the last couple weeks, my kids came down with colds. Then the lovely little pandas passed their colds on to me. What an excellent time to talk about workouts and illness!! A common question that arises when people are starting out or in the … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & A Few Words on Illness
Hi Y’all! I made it through my first week back to full-time work, hustling kids to and from daycare and adjusting to our new routine. The week was exhausting. There was definitely some growing pains but I know this next week will be easier. I spent a lot of time and energy trying to think … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & My Work Life Routine
I marvel that I can feel the seemingly opposing emotions of anger and gratitude so intensely at the same time. I am at times livid that I am living a life that I never imagined living. Yet, I would never go back and wish this experience away. Because of it, I returned to myself. I believe everything happens for a reason but we don’t always get to see the reason. Bad days make me doubt my belief in this. Angry days make me question whether the pain will be worth it in the end. … More Anger
Well Friends… I headed back to work this morning. If you follow me on social media, you may have seen my posts confessing my fears and anxiety surrounding this next transition. I’m nervous yet very much looking forward to going back to a job I love, seeing my awesome colleagues again and having a more … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & Going Back to Work
I recently was given the opportunity by Bliss Spa & Salon to try out Dermalogica’s new product – Precleanse Balm. Dermalogica has an existing product called Precleanse. This is an oil based cleanser that serves as your first step in cleansing skin typically in the evening when washing away makeup, oils and dirt from the … More Dermalogica Precleanse Balm Review
Hi Everyone!! I ran the Roots & Ruts 10k race on Friday. I’m not going to lie, I got a little cocky with this race. I didn’t prepare like I did for the 21k and here is what I learned about that: Hydration is KEY. Especially the day before, drink a lot of water. Take … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep, Roots & Ruts & Rest Days
I remember giving birth to my son, and feeling what can only be described as BIG LOVE. I say BIG LOVE, because before children, if you’ve been in love or loved friends or family…you think you grasp the concept of love. Then your child is handed to you and over the next few days, you … More The Decision That Made Me a Better Mother
Hi Friends!!! Hope you had an awesome weekend!! If you’ve been following me on Instagram, you might have heard me mention that last month, I was invited to swim with the local master’s swimming group. Of course, I said yes and went to my first practice a few weeks ago. I LOVED IT. I have … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & My New Fitness Goal
My Dearest Ruby, We made it. 1 year. You are healthy. You are happy. You are brilliant. The day I discovered I was pregnant with you was one of complete elation for me. You have made my heart happy from that very moment. When you are pregnant, as much as your baby feels a part … More A Love Letter to My Daughter on Her 1st Birthday
Happy Monday! Let’s talk about what it’s like to run 21 km. Because I did that yesterday, so it’s pretty fresh. I.AM.SORE.AF.TODAY. Okay, so where to begin… I want to start out by telling you about my rookie running mistake. Last Monday, I went for a run in new shoes, with no socks. I forgot … More Weekly Workouts, Meal Prep & My 21 km Race
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