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Six Reasons to Smile December 2017

December is, usually, the easiest month to come up with six reasons to smile because there’s so much going on with the holidays, my birthday, parties, etc., and this December was no different. The first reason to smile was good news from the doctor.  I started out the first day of December with news that… Continue reading Six Reasons to Smile December 2017

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#ShiftCon2018 is Coming & I’m GOING!

Note:  I was not paid for this post but my ticket to ShiftCon2018 will be comped in exchange for volunteering at the convention; however my opinions are my own. Nearly two years ago, I signed up to go to ShiftCon.  I’m not sure why I did it.  I think someone posted the information about ShiftCon… Continue reading #ShiftCon2018 is Coming & I’m GOING!

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The Second Ultimate Reset with Coach Kristen

A few years ago, I was introduced to BeachBody by my friend, Kristen.  I think I started out by buying Shakeology through her, then fell off the wagon, then got restarted, and then finally got hooked on it enough to drink a shake daily. I truly enjoyed the shake and looked forward to drinking it,… Continue reading The Second Ultimate Reset with Coach Kristen

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Photographer for a Month: Week 1

Despite the numerous setbacks for the week, I managed to take a picture every single day except one, and the one day had a very good reason.  I had to get an MRI of my neck, and because I am incredibly claustrophobic, I was heavily drugged.  There were no pictures taken on Thursday that I… Continue reading Photographer for a Month: Week 1

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What Hashimotos Feels Like–A Forever Cold

Today, I listened to a podcast provided by Underground Wellness where Sean Croxton interviewed  Jen Wittman.  You may have never heard of her before (I hadn’t) but I was looking for podcasts I could listen to while putting on my make-up.  Instead of mindlessly inspecting my face for the increasing imperfections, I change my focus… Continue reading What Hashimotos Feels Like–A Forever Cold

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A New Action Plan for Mental and Physical Health

I’ve been completely overwhelmed with health information lately.  Maybe you’re feeling the same way.  One doctor/report says to eat flax seed, the other says to stay away from it at all costs.  One doctor says it’s so healthy to eat soy but the other doctor says no.  The same thing is true from my friends:… Continue reading A New Action Plan for Mental and Physical Health