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Tasty Afternoon Treat (D323)

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If I knew going on a mission to lose 30 lbs in 10 weeks would mean eating tasty treats like Greek yogurt with strawberries, blueberries and stevia sprinkled on top, I would've started a long time ago! Nevertheless, I am enjoying the beautiful berries of summer! I'm a little concerned about how I'm going to maintain my diet while traveling, but am hoping to at least maintain the weight loss. … [Read more...]

Blue Skies Are Here Again – Sprint to the Finish Update (D322)

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The 75-DAY SPRINT TO THE FINISH has become a mere 6 weeks so I thought I'd give you an update. If you'll remember, the sprint to the finish is my way of ending strong, literally. I didn't want to end what has been an incredible year photographically, to the detriment of my overall health and strength. So I committed to losing weight and getting back in shape. Specifically, I committed to … [Read more...]

Images Point You in the Direction of Your Dreams (D298)

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Dreams do come true, right? So it is possible to see what I dream become reality. However, when it comes to the scale, I'm not holding my breath to reach this number... it's a dream number that I haven't reached since college and before my first child. I'm not even sure it's possible for me to get there ever again, so I'm setting my sights a little higher... not much, but a little more … [Read more...]

What’s Holding You Back? (D267)

Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

Everyone I know struggles with a burden, or yoke, of some kind. Traditionally, a yoke is a "wooden device attached around the necks of beasts of burden so that they can be made to pull heavy loads." But you, my friend, are not a beast of burden, nor should you be carrying a heavy load. From a practical standpoint, watching The Biggest Loser finale, I saw real people throw off the heavy load of … [Read more...]

Eat Your Way Out of Stress: The Superstress Solution Book Giveaway

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"The hectic pace of life is taking a toll on your body and mind." Andrew Weil, M.D. Surprised? Of course not. Want to find a solution and perhaps win a FREE BOOK in the process? Keep reading to find out how. Everyone seems to be living at a breakneck pace these days. Just take a look in the mirror and you're sure to see some signs of the toll it's taking on you... dark circles, bloodshot … [Read more...]