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 …
Bridging the Digital Divide
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 …
Back to School and Up to Speed
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 …
Seven Weight Watchers Freestyle Breakfast Ideas
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?
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 …
Greek Chicken, Rice, and Spinach Salad Freestyle Recipe
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 …
Breakfast in Beverly Hills
Looking for a delicious, I mean totally delicious, breakfast in Beverly Hills? If so, I absolutely recommend Urth Caffé. This bustling restaurant sits on Beverly Drive near the corner of Gregory Way. It has comfortable out door seating, perfect for people watching, and lots of room inside. For those chilly days in Southern California? There …
Easy Summer Grilling Dinner Menu
Memorial Day is right around the corner, and for me, this is the unofficial start of summer and backyard parties! I was happy to chat with Chef Jeff Anderson this week to hear all about a flavorful and easy-to-put-together grilling menu. I was so intrigued by the mix of flavors, that I headed to the …
A Dozen Cheap or Free Family Outings
We moved to California from the midwest when I was just a young child. At the same time, my dad was busy starting a new business. To say that the money was sparse in our family at that time, would be an understatement. My parents though, loved to be out and about. Maybe it was …
Easy Mango Salsa – Freestyle Recipe
Scrumptious, easy, and zero points? Yes – it’s true! My easy Mango Salsa – Freestyle recipe has you covered. Top any dinner with a scoop of this mango salsa, and you immediately elevate your dinner to a whole new level. I am totally loving my weight loss journey with Weight Watchers Freestyle program. I started …