Spring is finally here! After a long, hard winter, I couldn’t be happier. Spring means flowers, birds, warmth, and a new bucket list. Before I get too carried away, here is a quick report on how I fared with my winter bucket list. Final winter bucket list report Health & fitness 1. Choose a race … [Read more…]
We’ve survived (and hopefully thrived) through another month of winter, and it’s time once again to check in on our bucket lists. Health & fitness 1. Choose a race for 2019 and get registered. This was accomplished last month. 2. Four weeks of clean (semi-clean?) eating. I’ll be focusing on lean protein and vegetables, supplemented … [Read more…]
When you hear Valentine’s Day, what comes to your mind? Is it chocolates, a romantic night out, or a party with sugar-fueled children bouncing off the walls? Does it include overindulging in rich food and drink? Considering Valentine’s Day is a holiday of the heart, and February is American Heart Month, why not celebrate in … [Read more…]
A month has gone by since I posted my Winter Bucket List, so I am pleased to present my first check-in. Health & fitness 1. Choose a race for 2019 and get registered. Mission accomplished! I registered for the Swiss Days 10k in Midway. I chose that one, because it takes place late in the … [Read more…]
Another month has flown by, and we find ourselves once again at Thank You Notes time. I have much for which to be grateful, as I’m sure you do, so let’s get started. Thank you Mom… for creating this wonderful, loving, passionate, crazy family. Every time we gather together like this, I marvel at how blessed … [Read more…]
Time has run out on summer and, therefore, on my summer bucket list. I accomplished quite a bit and had a lot of fun. I did not check everything off the list, but hey, there’s always next year! Health and fitness 1.Go on at least three EMI Health wellness hikes (for a total of 10 … [Read more…]
It’s the second Tuesday of the month. That means it’s time for Thank You Notes–a chance to look back and savor the many wonderful things that have happened in the past four weeks and express my gratitude. Thank you to these wonderful ladies… for their hard work at the office and also their willingness to … [Read more…]
Happy Friday! It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Actually, it’s been a beautiful week around here–weatherwise and otherwise! 🙂 I hope yours was the same. Saturday was perfect football weather (yes, you can find football in the spring if you know where to look). These girls are 12 years old and fierce! I couldn’t … [Read more…]
I love the start of each new season. It always feels like an opportunity for new beginnings and fresh starts. That is especially true of spring, which is naturally the season of rebirth. This week brought my first trail run of the season. I am so lucky to have the beautiful Jordan River Parkway so … [Read more…]
Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday for many of us in the U.S., or as I like to say Spring Ahead! For me, Spring Ahead isn’t just about turning the clocks ahead one hour, it’s more a signal of hope: Spring Ahead! As in, colorful flowers ahead: As in, outdoor running ahead: As in, sandals … [Read more…]