About a month ago, Peppy died after a very brief illness. She was our sweet cocker spaniel and we loved her so much. She was 11 and ½ years old and she was such a good dog.
My husband and I were devastated and are still feeling sad when we think about her.
For some reason, her death made me turn to my old friends, cookies and ice cream, for comfort. [Read more…]
Lately I haven’t been feeling like myself.
I’m fine physically, but I seem to have lost touch mentally and emotionally with who I really am.
I’ve struggled with a series of questions:
Where did I go?
Why do I feel a little lost and unsettled, like I’m not sure who I am?
Most of all, how do I get back the joy and happiness I used to have?
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There’s no getting around it. Losing weight (and maintaining) is hard.
And lately, for a lot of you, it seems to be extra hard.
Coping with the pandemic, dealing with winter (especially here in Iowa) and sometimes just feeling a bit depressed and discouraged can all take a toll on your spirits. [Read more…]
Instead of setting lofty goals you probably won’t accomplish, I suggest a much easier plan.
This year, strive to be your best YOU.
Over the next year, that might include losing weight or increasing your exercise. [Read more…]
Here are my 12 favorite holiday tips. I hope they will be helpful to you, even during this difficult and challenging season.
1. Walk before you eat
Even if it means bundling up in warm winter clothes, take a 20 or 30 min. walk before every holiday meal or event.
2. Don’t skip meals
On days when you have a big, special event, don’t try to “save up” calories by skipping any of your regular meals. [Read more…]