WEEKLY ROUND-UP 9.30.23

WEEKLY ROUND-UP 9.30.23

I am happy that the season has changed. There’s something about this time of year that gets me interested in decorating and improving my wardrobe.  I have been careful to preview but not buy yet.  I want to see all of my options before I make any purchases, and...
THE MONDAY ROUND-UP 09.18.23

THE MONDAY ROUND-UP 09.18.23

I typically power through even when I’m not in the mood to work, but today, I’ve decided to do the opposite (at least a little).  Whenever we have engaged in things that push us beyond our limits (like too much travel in a short span of time), I think it...
WEEKLY ROUNDUP 8.12.23

WEEKLY ROUNDUP 8.12.23

This week I felt like I closed my eyes on Monday; when I opened them, we were already on Friday.  Though the time went by in a flash, I feel really good because I stayed focused each day and was able to whittle down my to-do list.  By Friday, I could smile because it...
WEEKLY ROUNDUP 8.05.23

WEEKLY ROUNDUP 8.05.23

  I honestly cannot believe that summer is nearing its end. As the season approached, I was sure I would be thoroughly miserable, as most days here are usually super hot and humid. Surprisingly, it rained…A LOT, so I used the time I spent inside...
MUST-HAVES FOR TRAVELING WITH YOUR DOG

MUST-HAVES FOR TRAVELING WITH YOUR DOG

If you travel with your dog, you know that packing and traveling can be both exciting and challenging.  Packing for myself can sometimes become a production, so I try to keep a travel bag prepared for Romeo that includes the essentials — a water bottle, poop scooper,...
HOW TO WALK FOR FITNESS (AND SMARTS)

HOW TO WALK FOR FITNESS (AND SMARTS)

When I am not strength training, I round out my fitness routine by walking on my treadmill.  I enjoy it because I can control the temperature, the pace of the walk….and wait for it, the SCENERY. With walking tour videos, I can walk through the streets of NYC...