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Just “Start”
Like 99% of the American population, I’m sure you’ve got a long mental “to do” list when it comes to improving your life. “I need to get more organized.” “I need to start exercising.” “I need to start...
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The Flood
I was recently reminded of a fable/joke involving a man in a flood… Once upon a time, a man was trapped in a flood. In an effort to be rescued, he climed to his rooftop and began praying for the Lord...
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Take Action with a SMART Action Plan
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A COPY OF THE “TAKE ACTION” WORKSHEET During a recent coaching session, a client told me that she feels she is being called to help people. She was reading and soaking up...
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Time to Trim
About two years ago, I went “public”, so-to-speak, about my financial difficulties. I chose to share my story because I knew there had to be others out there just like me, only maybe too ashamed to...
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Negotiate Your Best Deal
As I have mentioned, I went through a bankruptcy a couple of years ago. A couple of months after the bankruptcy was discharged, I had to take my car in for repairs. The following article was...
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An Unbelievable Story
You know how there are some people who seem to have everything, or to whom everything seems to come so easily? I am not one of those people. While I have certainly had some triumphs and victories in...
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Not Ready for January Babies
Baby showers. Professional pregnancy belly photos. Decorating the nursery. The exciting drive to the hospital for delivery. All very normal things that normal pregnant women get to experience. I...
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A Mother’s Guilt
(Bristol) I am a logical person who appreciates facts. FACT: I did everything within my power to have a healthy and safe pregnancy. FACT: Preeclampsia was not my fault and not even doctors know what...
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A Mother’s Strength
I am amazed at how many people have said to me that I have shown great strength throughout this process, as if I have done something remarkable. I don’t feel particularly strong or remarkable. I...
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A Mother’s Challenge: Get Your Rear in Gear!
We have all heard a million “before-and-after” success stories of weight loss, but no one ever hears, “I failed….miserably.” In fact, as I began preparing to get back in shape myself, I debated...
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A Mother’s Challenge: Rear in Gear, Day 1
Day One wasn’t too bad. In fact, the exercises took about 10 minutes and left me wanting more…..so I did some arms with light dumbbells just for good measure. :-) In taking my measurements, I was...
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A Mother’s Challenge: Rear in Gear, Day Five
Life happens, and before you know it, several days pass. Already on Day Five – how did that happen?! Day Two went well – a little tough on the squats, but still went well enough that I felt the need...
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A Mother’s Challenge: Rear in Gear, Day 7
At the close of the first week, I have to say it’s been a roller coaster. Some days I was gung-ho, full of energy, and ready to take on the world. Other days I struggled just to get my Challenge...
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A Mother’s Challenge: Rear in Gear, Day 9
Any progress is good progress I suppose, so we’ll take it. As of yesterday, I had some small changes in the following measurements: WAIST – 31.5″ (down 1/2″) HIPS – 40.75″ (down 1/4″) CHEST – 35″ (UP...
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A Day in the Life of a First-Time Stay-at-Home Mom of Advanced Maternal Age:...
PLEASE NOTE: This series is intended for entertainment value. It is not a cry for help or advice, nor is it the start of an open forum on best parenting practices. It is for all the moms out there...
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A Mother’s Challenge: Rear in Gear, Day 16
Well…..I promised you “real”. I was better with cardio this week – got out for a walk with the dog and stroller (we are quite a sight) 4 times. But I was TERRIBLE at keeping up with my Challenge...
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A Day in the Life of a First-time Stay-at-Home Mom of Advanced Maternal Age:...
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Not Ready for January Babies
Baby showers. Professional pregnancy belly photos. Decorating the nursery. The exciting drive to the hospital for delivery. All very normal things that normal pregnant women get to experience. I...
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PREVIEW: Bristol Baby
What a difference a year makes! On August 3rd last year, Blaine and I discovered that I was pregnant. Little did we know what all was in store for us over the coming months – twins, pre-eclampsia,...
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Portion Control: Size It Up
Portions have become greatly distorted in American culture. In fact, many would argue that oversized portions are the root cause of our obesity epidemic. Not only are we as a society more overweight...
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