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Spring Week: Day 3–Spring Seasonal Eating
It’s Finally Spring Week Day 3: Spring Seasonal Eating Today we are looking at spring veggies. Now that it’s getting warmer, many of us begin to think about seasonal vegetables –either from the farmer’s market, from the store, or from our own gardens. This post is going to focus on spring veggies from the farmer’s market. But, we will chat about gardening at the end… My grandmother used to take my cousins and me to the farmer’s market down from her house whenever we visited but especially during the summer. She would buy beans and greens and other produce as well as peaches for cobbler. However. the most important thing…
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Spring Week: Day 2–Stop Comparing Yourself
It’s Finally Spring Week Day 2: Stop Comparing Yourself to Others and Accept Your Imperfections Hello Everyone! It’s Day #2 of “It’s Finally Spring” Week. I hope you enjoyed the first installment yesterday and learned some tips that can help you manage the decluttering of your house. Today, I’m excited because there’s a nice gift at the end of this article. See, spring has really sprung here, right? Tuesday’s Topic: Stop Comparing Yourself to Others and Accept Your Imperfections Spring! It’s nice outside, people are exercising, having outdoor parties, going on fabulous trips… Do you measure your life with that of others? Comparing yourself to all that you see from…
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Spring Week: Day 1–Spring Decluttering
It’s Finally Spring Week! Day 1: Spring Decluttering Good morning, everyone! I hope your weekends were restful and exciting – depending on what you were looking for! Last week, I thought that spring was rearing her head — Punxsutawney Phil did a number on us this year right—now, I’m pretty sure. In most of the country. Hooray! It’s about time! In honor of spring’s late—but welcome—arrival, I’m naming this “It’s Finally Spring Week” on this blog. All week, there will be posts incorporating spring into them and maybe some freebies to go along with it. It’ll be fun! Monday’s topic: Spring Decluttering… Decluttering. It’s not just for Mom anymore… Decluttering…
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Considerations for Beginner Cyclists
Yesterday, we looked at some basics about cycling. Today, we look at some of the information that beginning cyclists might need to get started. As a newbie to the world of cycling, you may be confused about getting started with the sport. The first thing you need to do is buy a bike. Don’t worry. In fact, most people are confused when they first buy a bike since it isn’t all that simple. There’s more to it than just a type or a name brand. There’s a lot to consider. Before you get overwhelmed and just go with a store suggestion, here are some concepts to consider. Hybrid Options As…
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Bike Riding Isn’t Just for Kids
It’s almost the weekend! Friday! So, my Friday Fitness (I’ve named it!) series so far has covered exercise disciplines that involve more stretching and are typically performed inside. There are more of those coming but I’m going to switch gears today. Today, we’ll discuss cycling. There is a reason for the shift—actually, a rather personal one. This weekend, my husband is participating in the MS150 from Houston to Austin. It’s a 2-day fundraising bike ride of 150 miles organized by the National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Society. It’s his 10th year participating! I admire his commitment to this cause. He started the race because he has several relatives and friends who…
