TV LAND...Ranch Hopping First, I have to say how thankful I am for the invention of the DVR. While I am not a huge TV watcher, it seems whenever I like a few shows, they all compete for the same time slot. When Biggest Loser returned this year, I quickly opted for it, over the CBS shows that make me laugh on Monday night. But now, the return of one of the few shows I really … [Read more...] about Meanwhile Back at The Ranch(es)
Holidays and celebrations
Where to Find Your Get Up and Go–and Keep it Going
What? It's still/only Monday and you are exhausted already?? Think twice before you hit those energy drinks. While you feel they might be working for you, there is little evidence that they have any unique performance enhancing powers beyond making you high on potentially harmful amounts of caffeine. Instead, consider eating your way to more energy. The best place to … [Read more...] about Where to Find Your Get Up and Go–and Keep it Going
Derek, You’re the Big Star, Today.
Happy 29th to our amazing son, Derek, who I now affectionately refer to as California Boy. While this year is the first one we celebrate our special days on two opposite sides of the country, my kids are always right in my heart, where they will always stay, even as they spread their wings and fly (and they do it so well). Wishing you an awesome birthday, Derek Zipp. All … [Read more...] about Derek, You’re the Big Star, Today.
Yes, there are two paths you can go by….
Hope, wherever you are, you had a magical Christmas. Today, after a long eating and drinking weekend/holiday, there are two paths we can choose from---one path, the path of jumping back into some cleaner eating and exercise--will burn off those extra holiday calories just in time for the next long holiday weekend. The second path---the one that says, "what the heck, I can … [Read more...] about Yes, there are two paths you can go by….
Have a Happy Christmas Everyone
Happy Christmas (War is Over) So, this is Christmas and what have you done? Another year over and a new one just begun. And so this is Christmas I hope you have fun The near and the dear one The old and the young A very merry Christmas and a happy New Year Let's hope it's a good one Without any … [Read more...] about Have a Happy Christmas Everyone