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Run (5k) Run! {Treadmill Tuesdays – Week 13}

Week 12 || 3 Month Update Well hello, lucky number 13! So happy to see you! We are over three months in, 13 weeks down, and enjoying the thick of things. Notables this week? A walk OUTSIDE in 50 degree weather with light jackets AND running my first 5k of this running season (finished in 38:34 – not bad considering… View Post

Determination {Three Month Update}

Month 1 || Month 2 This month has been marked its own share of ups and downs. As the weather {slowly} turns warmer, I’m envisioning more runs outside and getting active at parks and nature centers. It’s hard to believe that when I started this whole thing we were in the thick of winter. While some areas of this journey… View Post

40 Days of Water {Save a Drink, Save a Life}

Almost three months ago, I gave up soda/pop/whatever you call it cold turkey. Realizing just how much that substance was affecting my pocketbook and my health was a real wake-up call for me. I also nixed the fancy coffee drinks – you know the ones laden with whip cream, chocolate and deliciousness? And limited them to just once per week…. View Post

#DTour, #DTourRemix and an Explanation

If you’re friends with me on Facebook, then you’re probably wondering by now about all these random photo posts about my alleged #DTourRemix trip. It’s been funny to field questions, but considering the fact that MJ Tam is finally safely around the world, I figured it was safe to divulge a bit more about this adventure. Last year, MJ was… View Post

Slow and Steady Wins the Race {Treadmill Tuesdays – Week 12}

Week 10 || Week 11 This week started out strong and is ending on a lower note now. After my Sunday run, I came down with a bout of sickness (aches, pains, and some lethargy), so I’m just focusing on eating well and will be back to running hopefully tomorrow! This past week went well. I ran 5 out of… View Post

The Color Run 2014 Kaleidoscope Tour {Promo Code!}

I’m receiving a complimentary registration in exchange from my post. All opinions expressed are my own. Can’t wait to run this race for the very first time! If you’ve been following my journey on the blog, then you know that Treadmill Tuesdays means I’ve been RUNNING! With the sun shining a bit more and the promise of warmer weather in… View Post

Five Kitchen Accessories Every Cook Needs

Whether or not you enjoy spending time in the kitchen, there are a number of accessories that can make cooking easier and much more fun. It doesn’t matter if you cook on a regular basis or just dip into it occasionally. The trick is to make cooking effortless, as you tend to enjoy it more when you’re not stressing about… View Post

Mom’s Night Out {Movie Review & Recommendation}

I had the opportunity to preview this movie a few weeks ago. All opinions expressed are my own.  As a mostly stay-at-home mom of two littles, I find camaraderie and solace in talking with other moms about the day’s events. From the writing on the walls to cleaning up messes, it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle of the… View Post

Third Annual Donna Day!

Whether you know someone personally who has suffered the effects of cancer or have experienced it yourself, the effects of cancer are far-reaching. Last year, I had the opportunity to meet Sheila and learn more about her story when she and I performed together in Listen to Your Mother 2013. The story of her daughter’s journey with pediatric cancer and… View Post

Well, Hello Again, Planks {Treadmill Tuesdays – Week 11}

Week 10 Happy Week 11! We have 11 weeks behind us and a lifetime ahead of us, but feeling more motivated than ever! After finishing our first weight-loss round on Valentine’s Day, my love-bug cousin-sister gave me this AMAZING Runner’s World Cookbook.  It’s officially blowing my mind food-wise and I made two of the recipes yesterday already – Hummingbird Muffins and… View Post

Top 10 Strangest Diets – But Do They Work?

Top 10 Strangest Diets: But Do They Work? Such is our obsession with losing weight it seems like we’ll try almost anything to slim down, no matter how strange the method in question is. Instead of eating sensibly and sticking to regular, healthy meals – examples of which are readily available to view online, provided by Kraft and many others… View Post

How to Keep Kids Entertained during a Wedding or Reception

There are so many things to think about when it comes to planning your wedding. For most brides the hunt for the perfect dress is the most important consideration, and one of the best places to start, without even leaving the house, is the Berketex Bride website, where you will find plenty of styles and designs to tempt you. Once… View Post

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