Archive for November, 2009

Do You Promise to Obey?

Monday, November 30th, 2009
leaf over water

While we didn't include this in our wedding vows, I realized the value of obedience just this morning. I headed out for my morning run, three miles today. After about 3/4 of a mile, I had to stop to jog in place and catch my breath. Strange, I thought, but no big deal. Until it happened ...Read More...

My Thanksgiving Game Plan

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009
Green Apple

I will wake up the day after Thanksgiving feeling grateful for the time spent with my family, and not feeling like I need to buy bigger pants. I will enjoy the food I do eat, and not feel deprived. The secret to my success? I know exactly what I'm eating that day. Thanksgiving is a sentimental ...Read More...

What Are You Working Towards?

Monday, November 23rd, 2009
Girl at Finish Line

Every once in awhile I'll rerun this posting. It'll help keep me on track, and for those of you cheering me on, it's another opportunity to keep me honest. I know what I’m working towards: Running the More Magazine 2010 Half-Marathon. How do I know that I’ll actually do it? I'm using a technique that practically guarantees success: I’m simply ...Read More...

Healthy Through The Holidays: Talkin’ Turkey

Thursday, November 12th, 2009
Thanksgiving dinner

It's mid-November and we're starting the downward slide into holiday eating. We've gotten through Halloween, but we have the mother of all food holidays looming: Thanksgiving. Did you just get a cold chill down your spine? So did I. Fear not! This is the year that you plan & prepare so that you can enjoy the ...Read More...

Quick & Easy Meals

Monday, November 2nd, 2009
preparing food

I don't know about you, but I don't have time every day (or even most days!) to make a full meal from scratch. My secret to success? Planning out my week in advance so I know what and when I'm cooking. I figure out which nights I can easily cook dinner, and which nights are ...Read More...