Posts by Tag: living
Sheila Needs Help Again: A New Writing Project?
I have found myself suddenly deluged in work, without enough time to get everything done. I’m not complaining about my work, just setting the stage for another reason you can use to justify calling me crazy. I’m actually considering a new project, ...
Perfection and Being Me
I don't want to be "just me." I woke up thinking that this morning. I woke up thinking about every little part of me that I want to change -- so that I can be bigger and better than before. I woke up seeing those parts of myself as negative. But before...
Eating Right and Moving More - The Magic Combination!
When it comes to losing weight, everyone has a journey as unique as they are. Some lose weight quickly, some slowly, some with starts and stops, and some not at all. Working as a personal trainer, I've seen every situation listed. While I have some...
Everyday Heroes
People come in all shapes and sizes. Each holds a profession uniquely their own. We pass them on the street and never think twice about who they are or what they do. Oftentimes, these everyday heroes go without the thanks they deserve. It is the ...
A Long Week
Has it ever been a long week. This week out of the year always is. I can't seem to shake the ups and downs, even after eleven years. I try my best to move with the flow, but sometimes the flow doesn't want to move. It's like being stuck behind a beaver...
So Much Fun, So Many Words
How are all you fabulous people? Are you staying busy? It sure is quiet in this neck of the woods. I've popped in every day and read and voted for some great posts, but it seems the number of posts has dwindled considerably. Even by myself. I knew ...
Frugal Kitchens and Food
Frugal doesn't have to mean without fun or excitement. It is completely possible to intertwine fun and frugal. Sometimes being frugal in itself is fun! Have I lost my mind? No. I've always proudly shared that I am a number geek. I budget and plan ...
Grandma's Washtub Transformed
I have vivid memories of an old washtub. It belonged to my grandma. On scorching hot days, she’d fill it with cool water from the hose and let me play in it. It was like my own little swimming pool – just super small. Of course, I was small so it was...
How Gardening with Grandma as a Child Brings Writing Success Today
Weeding and working in the garden makes words pop up... Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve had a passion for writing. And not just a passion, but a burning desire. The words that stir in my heart and soul simply must find a way to escape; they have...
When The Going Gets Tough...
Tell the tough you're strong enough! It's hard to believe it's April already. We are 1/4 of the way through the year and time has seemingly moved at lightening speed. Part of the year has been great. Other moments left us questioning what may come. ...