Posts from ‘January, 2010’

I ache in the places where I used to play

Yeah, that’s how I feel.
Especially my feet… they throb even when I’m lying in bed at night.
Moving is not for very fat 40-year old women!
Note to self: Lose weight or you’ll be an invalid soon.
In other news, the move went really well and we are about 95% unpacked and settled in. Normal life [...]

Just a quick “Hi”

Things are still crazy over here, so I’m just dropping in for a quick hello.
*  We  painted the new kitchen yesterday and the difference is immense.  It used to be some kind of baby blue, which didn’t fit in with the rest of the house at all.  I chose “Ivory” and it looks lovely.  We’ll [...]

You CAN reduce your risk of getting cancer

I think there are few things we fear more than hearing the words, “You have cancer“.
What we may not realize is that there is a lot we can do to reduce our risk of getting cancer, because only about 5% of cancers are caused by genetic factors, and even then, lifestyle plays a huge role. [...]

Manic Monday

Right, this move is now really starting to happen around here.  The previous owners have vacated the house and are busy fixing up things and cleaning.  I’m collecting packing materials and trying to find a handyman to screed and paint the garage floor and paint the kitchen.  I must also get quotes for blinds and [...]

Happiness Is…

I am so grateful that Elena, from Eat Healthy, Be Happy, has awarded me the Happiness 101 Blog Award. I really had to think about what happiness means to me and what makes me happy – always a worthy subject to dwell on. Thank you, Elena! You are a true blessing to [...]