I loved Biggest Loser last night and one hour of it was just perfect on Mitch's birthday, which we had a great day celebrating. Being favorites week, it was great to see Ali and Sam (OMG, Sam) in the gym training the remaining 7 contestants. A 5k followed by circuits, a vigorous yet doable workout. I liked it. I loved that he then taught them about the glory of hummus, one … [Read more...] about Favorites Week
From Birthday to Earth Day and Back to Birthday
As this holiday filled month continues, I am going to make today's entry short and sweet so that I can spend a few extra minutes with the birthday boy, Mitch, this morning, before I head to my morning of work. I will NOT be teaching tonight, so that we can celebrate together as we have for the past 30 birthdays. Don't forget, Biggest Loser is just one hour tonight and we get … [Read more...] about From Birthday to Earth Day and Back to Birthday
Groupons, Groups, Greens and More
Hoping you all had a wonderful weekend and a very happy Easter Sunday. Looking for something to do with all the veggies in your produce bin? Cut them up into somewhat similar sizes or shapes and mix them in a big bowl with olive oil, fresh herbs, or a mix like Braggs herbs, and salt if you absolutely must. Spread them out on a tray and roast them in a hot oven (between 400 … [Read more...] about Groupons, Groups, Greens and More
All Things are Possible
While some of us are observing Passover, the miracles of avoiding the plagues, the hope that things can be better and all people can be free, others are, today, celebrating Easter and the idea of rebirth and starting anew. Regardless of what our religious beliefs are (or aren't at all) I love the idea that both of these holidays focus on possibilities that are bigger than what … [Read more...] about All Things are Possible
Every Action
This week, it seems that no matter what else I try to focus on or write about, the ripple effect and how we live each day, keeps coming front and forward in my brain! Because some of us seem to always be on the same page, Rita (thank you!) mentioned in comment that she shared the following video (or some version of it) with her college students this week. After watching it … [Read more...] about Every Action