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• Cross Training Success

  

  Cross training matters. For runners, it is a way to add strength and flexibility to muscles that regular running works. It can also prevent overuse injuries fro... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2018 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• 2017 in Numbers

  

  It's 2018. Can you believe it? Are you as excited as I am?Before I go into what I planned to blog about I want to take moment to thank God for all that He has... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2018 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• My Christmas Wish

  

  Christmas is just around the corner and I have been spending the Advent season trying to prepare...at least spiritually. In terms of baking cookies, etc. I... Read more

  Posted on 21 December 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Let's Get out of This Running Rut

  

  Running ruts can happen and you can spend so much energy (or at least I can) trying to ascertain why but eventually you have to decide, the why doesn't matter.... Read more

  Posted on 15 December 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Revisiting My 2017 Power Word

  

  Someone just asked, "Sum up 2017 in one word." It caught me off guard because, wow! How can I do that?! But more importantly it got me to thinking, what was my... Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Christmas Gift Ideas

  

  Merry Christmas to you and all your loved ones. I hope your holiday season is full of love and grace. This year my family is focusing less on gifts and more on... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Absent but Not Gone

  

  I just found my way back to my blog and realized it is dangerously close to one month since I last blogged. This was not my intention but to be completely hones... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Mission Complete: Hadrian's Wall

  

  Things have been crazy busy in my life but somehow I managed to complete a virtual mission of running Hadrian's Wall in less time than predicted. Yay me! Read more

  Posted on 03 November 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Marriage Post Round-up

  

  Marriage is tough. It is hard work and I come across some in life who seem to have it down pat and some are struggling. It got me to thinking, are there some ke... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• The Benefits of Napping

  

  Did you know more than 85% of mammals are polyphasic sleepers? That means they sleep for short periods throughout the day. Think of your pet dogs, cats, or... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Factors That Impact Running Performance

  

  As time goes by, my running pace has been slowing. I have battled a lot this past year. Anxiety. Depression. PTSD. I have gone to a healing retreat, therapy,... Read more

  Posted on 13 October 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Consecration to Mary

  

  October 7 was a special day to me. Not only was it my birthday, my 45th to be exact, it is the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary and the day I celebrated my... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Alcohol & Running

  

  That glass of wine or cup of beer --- is it adding value to your life and more importantly, is it negatively impacting your life? Read more

  Posted on 27 September 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Product Review: The Little Catholic Box

  

  Aloha y'all!I am excited to share a gem that I found with you. My faith is important to me and hey, I love getting stuff in the mail and surprising others with... Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Flying Free

  

  There is something magical when you find yourself on the right path in life. It may not always feel easy or seem right but at the end of a hot and grueling 4... Read more

  Posted on 17 September 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Internal Struggles: Finding Your Path

  

  Your mind is a powerful tool that can work for your benefit or against you at times. I have been struggling with mine recently. Struggling with staying... Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• A New Month, A Fresh Start

  

  Aloha y'all,It is September! How did that happen?! I have not a clue how time can fly by so quickly and am pressed for time but wanted to sit with you for a... Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Some of My Favorite Things

  

  Gratitude.It is something I feel is often overlooked and yes, sometimes, even by me. Sometimes life and/or news can become so overwhelming that it is hard to no... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Focus T25 - Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and More!

  

  Aloha! This post contains affiliate links as I am a Beachbody Coach and yes, I will receive a small commission if you sign up or make a purchase with one of... Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING

• Back to School & New Routines

  

  Goodness gracious me oh my, darling daughter started 4th grade yesterday! How on Earth did that happen? Where is time going? I have heard a zillion times from... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2017 FITNESS, HEALTHY LIVING, PARENTING