This image just about reflects how it is with Moms and daughters. Last Mother's Day was only a few weeks after my mom had passed and it seemed not to be too hard a day. In retrospect I was still in shock. This year has been incredibly emotional as I hear and see all the ads … [Read more...] about Weekly Chronicles: Mother’s Day Edition
My Beef with Meat Book Preview & Recipe
You might remember how watching the film Forks Over Knives inspired me to eliminate all non-plant foods from my diet. One of the people I became acquainted with in the film was Rip Esselstyn. Rip was a member of the Austin Fire Department where he introduced his passion for a … [Read more...] about My Beef with Meat Book Preview & Recipe
Tales from the Scale: Week 16
Do you have an item that motivates you to stay the course during your weight loss journey? It could be a picture of you at either your biggest or smallest size. Maybe it's a piece of clothing you want to wear again. Whatever it is, these types of items can remind you of your … [Read more...] about Tales from the Scale: Week 16
Menu Plan Monday: May 6-11
I will be getting a new "stock" image for Menu Plan Monday. It doesn't seem right to have a plate with chicken on it when I don't eat any meat. Recap from Last Week I'm not going to bother with a day by day recap of meals from last week. Not one day went as scheduled! We had … [Read more...] about Menu Plan Monday: May 6-11
5 Things I Love and Hate About Pilates
I've been attending Pilates reformer level 1 classes for about eight weeks now and the work is starting to reflect in my appearance. This past week many friends and co-workers commented on my smaller, fitter size. At times I probably sound like a Pilates evangelist when sharing … [Read more...] about 5 Things I Love and Hate About Pilates