Well holy moly, I’ve had a busy day today! My three little kiddos are in swimming lessons this week, which is awesome, but always busy! I decided to head out on a quick run in-between their lessons today. I only ran 3 miles, it was quite hot (about 75 degrees) and it felt harder than it should have, BUT I’m glad I went! I never regret a run or any workout for that matter! It felt so good to be outside and just enjoy the beautiful sunshine and summertime! After my run, I went to two more swimming lessons, and Continue Reading…
A Fun Girl’s Trip to Vegas + My Favorite Healthy Travel Snacks
Hello my friends! Well I just got back from a fun, much needed break this weekend. My dear childhood friends and I went on a fun girl’s trip to Las Vegas! Woot, woot! I can’t say I love Vegas, but it was sure fun to get away with my besties for a little while! I’ve been friends with Melissa and Ali (the two in the back) since about 9th grade and I’ve been friends with Kristen since birth. Seriously, we went to preschool together and I can’t remember not knowing her! I love these sweet friends of mine! Interestingly enough, Continue Reading…
What to Eat Before and After a Workout
Hello, hello! Well I told you guys that recently I started teaching some group fitness classes at my church a couple times a week. It’s actually been a lot of fun and has been so good for me! It’s quite a bit of work and has caused me some stress, but I know it’s just what I need in my life right now. It’s been fun to create different workouts, it’s been nice to hang out with friends, it’s certainly great to get a good workout in and it’s been good for me to figure out how to teach! I’ve Continue Reading…
Kid Friendly, Healthy Dinner Ideas and Recipes
Well hello my friends! I hope you’re all doing well and enjoying your summer. So far, I’ve been loving summer so much! It still hasn’t been too hot here (~80 degrees), which has been nice. I’ve just been enjoying soaking up the sun and spending time with my kidlets. Last week my nephew stayed at our house for a few days, so we had a lot of fun. We went to the park several times, went to lunch, got ice cream and went to the trampoline park. It felt like summer! Today, I took my little boys to This is Continue Reading…
Still in it + I Started Something that Scared the Crap Outta Me!
Well friends, I’m still “in” my Oxygen Challenge and I really love it. I can’t say I’m “goin’ strong,” but I’m not struggling either. I’m kind of in a “slow, but steady” pattern and I think (i.e. hope) it’s a good thing. I’ve just been more aware of my healthy habits. I’ve been paying more attention to what I’m putting in my body, I’ve been trying to get adequate sleep (it seems like I’m either terrible or awesome at this) and I’ve been fitting in most of my workouts. I took that pic on the left over the weekend. It’s Continue Reading…
Life is a Journey + Never Quit!
Well my friends, this baby girl of mine graduated high school last week and I really don’t know what to think of it!? I don’t know how it’s possible that I now have TWO children who are graduated!??! Really. I love this sweet girl with all my heart and I’m just so grateful that out of my six kiddos, I got this ONE precious girl. In my nostalgic state, I was going through some old pics and found a few I thought I’d share…. This is our little family in December 2006. In some ways this feels like just a Continue Reading…