I just got home from a week in the woods! Being surrounded by nature during this time of year inspired me to create an autumn playlist that is perfect for fall. These 24 songs are perfect to set the mood of cooler weather and the changing colors of nature. I have enjoyed playing this Autumn …
We moved! This past weekend was our moving date. After a summer of trying to make this deal happen – it happened. It seems like the move date came really fast – with a three week close on selling our home, it sort of did. But then again we started getting serious about this process …
Last May I wrote a blog post titled, Does Downsizing Fit in Your Retirement Plans? In that post I shared that my husband and I were planning on downsizing… one day. The thought was in about two years, when our youngest was out of high school, we would begin the process of looking to move. After …
Sometimes you just need a mountain fix! When this feeling hit, my daughter and I hopped into the car and headed to Yosemite National Park for the day. Honestly before we decided to fit in one more summer hike together, I had never, ever thought of Yosemite as a day destination for us. While it …
I’ve done it! Yesterday I reached my goal weight! It’s been seven months in the coming – seven months of making better food choices and learning a healthier way of eating with Weight Watchers Freestyle Program. While it has been slow, I averaged a weight loss of three pounds a month, it has not been …
Creating an Even Playing Field in an Era of Digital Education As students start heading back to classrooms across the country, instead of pencils and paper, many children rely on laptops and the internet to do their work. According to a recent study, 96.5% of students need internet access to do their homework. That makes …
Well, that’s a wrap on Summer 2018. My summer was filled with road trips, hiking, reading, sunshine, family and friends. I enjoyed many, many wonderful moments, but now it is time to gear up for another school year. Today I was back in the classroom rearranging desks, sorting books, writing lesson plans, and basically getting …
We all know it, breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Unfortunately many of us are running out the door in the morning, and trying to fit in a healthy and sustaining breakfast can take a back seat on the hectic days. Not to worry, tho! These seven Weight Watchers Freestyle breakfasts ideas …
Want to Win a Trip to Spain or Thailand? I do! I am excited to bring this amazing opportunity to you today. The winner gets to choose between a Basque Country adventure or a relaxing trip to Thailand. Which trip speaks to you? You can choose between a biking, hiking, paddle-boarding, and caving trek through …
Remember the other day when I shared the Easy Summer Grilling Dinner Menu with you? And I said that we just loved the Brown Rice Salad with Capers, Artichoke Hearts & Greek Feta Vinaigrette? Well, this salad has been served at our dinner table a few times since then. We just adore the Greek flavors, and …
