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Archives for May 2014

These Boots Were Made for Walking

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We all, from time to time, find ourselves in a creative SLUMP.  Next time it happens to you, try excusing yourself from your computer (or wherever it is you create) and go take a hike.  Well, it doesn't have to be a hike as a simple walk will suffice. According to a study published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory and Cognition, people generate more … [Read more...] about These Boots Were Made for Walking

Vegan By Coincidence

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Happy Vegan (Feast) Thursday everyone.  In keeping with the tradition, the kitchen has been busy this morning.  I made a big bowl of oatmeal with some vegetable protein, ground flax seed, cinnamon, a dab of peanut butter and a few raisins for breakfast.  It's my morning salad.  I also baked a bunch of the no sugar, no flour and vegan by coincidence, oatmeal … [Read more...] about Vegan By Coincidence

Choose TRIUMPH

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Watching Amy Purdy dance with 2 prosthetic feet is now my inspiration while running.  It has become clear to me that seeing others overcome obstacles in life is a big motivator in my life.  I have always felt this way, but never really been able to articulate the extent to which this impacts me. Thank you, Rita, for encouraging me to watch her dance.  Thanks to you, also, for … [Read more...] about Choose TRIUMPH

The Oldest Old and More………

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So much to talk about, so little time before I am off to a busy work(out) day! Thanks, Carole K., for sharing that link to Sunday night's 60 minutes about "The Oldest, Old."  Love that stuff about aging, the brain, the body, etc.  Though much of it was things we have heard over and over (exercise, be social, do puzzles) I think MODERATION was a big take away.  A little wine, … [Read more...] about The Oldest Old and More………