Is there such a thing as the perfect gym? No I don't think it exists. Each gym has its pros and cons. Usually you like your gym or completely dread going. I don't know anyone who loves their gym. They settle for it or stop going completely. So how do we create a better fit? That is the question posed by Leah Segedie of Mamavation. Read ...
Archives for December 2011
2 Week Challenge Kick-Off
Scale Victories: I finally did it! I stepped onto the dreaded scale, and I lost 3lbs!! Non-Scale Victories: I have signed up for my first 2 week challenge! I took all my measurements and I'm feeling anxious to see how they go down. I decided to go for the advanced workout dun dun duuuunnn. Ok, maybe it's not that dramatic but, it kinda ...
Christmas on a Budget
This weeks blogging carnival question is: When it comes to holiday shopping, how do you make sure you stick to your budget? I have a few tricks up my sleeve and since I love my readers I will part with my secrets ;) First things first, set your budget. Oh wow, thanks Ashley that's so profound! Yes, I know it's not very deep but seriously, if you ...
Portrait of a Teen Mom Part 1
With a new season of MTV's Teen Mom 2 starting this week I wanted to speak with two mothers I know who both had children when they were in high school. I do not think that MTV wishes to glamorize teen pregnancy, in fact I think it does help open the door of conversation about sex. However, I know some people watching, young girls in particular, do ...
Foundations- Strong or Weak?
These topics of laying down strong foundations and creating a legacy for our children have been coming up a lot lately. What we teach them, morals, values, religion, relationships, eating habits, etc matters. It sets them up for either failure or success. Are we building a foundation for them that's solid or one that will crack at the slightest ...