life
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Internal Thought Vomit
Eric and I have a commonly repeated conversation, usually while driving. It goes something like this, Continue reading
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A Peek Behind the Curtain
Not just because of an election season that has left most of us feeling like we’ve been sitting in the spin cycle of a washing machine all wrung out, and not because of another public shooting, or other tragic event. Just the d-word in general. Depression. I started writing about my own experiences with depression a couple… Continue reading
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It’s Time
When I was pregnant with him, I was sicker than I’ve ever been in my life. I read all the books, studied up on exactly how he was developing and growing. We dreamed about what this little baby would be like when we were able to finally meet him, like all parents-to-be surely do. When… Continue reading
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Weekend
Sigh. The fall around our house is busy. Probably not as busy as some, but for us it’s the busiest season. Eric is umpiring football (nearly every night). Our kids are starting to get involved in extracurriculars, school is in full swing, I went back to work, and I decided to throw in marathon training… Continue reading
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Here’s What I Want You to Know….A Letter to My Daughter
Dear Sweet Girl, You will be 5 in just a few short days! The time goes by so fast (and slow simultaneously) I know that I’m going to blink and you are going to be asking me for the car keys. *Shudder* While it may be awhile for some of these, there are some nuggets… Continue reading
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Body Image and Progress Pictures
When first embarking on this fitness ride 5 years ago Facebook was still (fairly) new and smartphones had been out for a while, but I didn’t own one. I remember taking pictures on a flip phone when my 6 year old was born. People didn’t edit profile pics and use fun filters like Instagram like… Continue reading
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I’m the mom
I’m the mom whose garage constantly looks like it vomited a Toys R Us into the driveway. I’m the mom whose children pick out their own clothes. (Therefore ensuring that they never match.) I’m the mom who is passionate about fitness, so yeah, I DO wear yoga pants. A lot. I’m the mom that goes… Continue reading
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Back to Real Life
Sigh. I had a feeling this would happen. I just didn’t expect it so soon. Sitting in the airport, drinking a lovely cup of coffee I am missing my my family something fierce. I can’t wait to get back to them, to our home, and our life. It has been a fun weekend, awesome to… Continue reading
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Visions
Like most people, I love the weekend. I look forward to lazy days, getting stuff done around the house days, help with minion patrol, sleeping in (I wish!) not having to get dressed unless I really want to, long runs, eating breakfast and having slow sips of coffee. Those no agenda days are simply bliss… Continue reading
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