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This Morning I am Clear Again.

Instant gratification is what sabotages long term goals. After emails, comments, in person and a couple of phone conversations regarding this week's episode of Bigg...

May the Best One Win

Life is a journey and a miracle, but definitely not a fairy tale.  If it were, Daris would NOT have eaten his way to a 2 pound weight gain on last night's BL episode...

Savor the Moment.

Gardenias are blooming this time of year in south Florida, and my gardenia bush is FILLED with them.  They only bloom twice a year and only last for a short time.  S...

You Take the Wheel

Here it is Monday again.  Hard to believe it's May 17 already!  Weren't we just getting through the winter holidays trying our hardest to NOT put on those 7-10 pound...

The Starfish

Good morning and happy Sunday.  It's been great to hear from so many people who have been stopping in to take a peak at this blog.  I greatly appreciate all the feed...

Can I Get a Jump?

Well into spring now, people are asking me a lot about "jump starts."  Kick starting a weight loss plan is a way to get some close to immediate gratification and tho...

Play Ball

It's time to get on the ball.  In SilverSneakers classes, part of the routine involves the use of a medium sized inflatable ball.  Certainly bigger and softer than a...

Everything Changes

Everything changes.  One thing we know for sure is that nothing stays the same.  We can't dwell on what was, and we can't really worry about what will be.  Just to m...

Shedding the Pounds, Literally.

Loved the Biggest Loser challenge last night.  Love to see those contestants deal with carrying their weight and then shedding it after reaching each hurdle.  Metaph...