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COMING CLEAN: Moments of Gratitude: Day 4
Yesterday, our new office manager, Brandi, decorated the office with festive, sparkly decorations. It was a simple thing, but every…
COMING CLEAN: Moments of Gratitude: Day 3
Today my friend celebrated his birthday, and at his party, I was introduced to his network of friends that I…
COMING CLEAN: Moments of Gratitude: Day 2
From my journal entry last night: Hooray for pomegranate seeds at the salad bar! Thankful for newish tires on my…
COMING CLEAN: Notes from November
In October, I feared the dreaded weight-loss plateau, as I only managed to lose a pound for the entire month.…
COMING CLEAN: For the Love of Ladybird
This time last year, we had to make a hard choice: say goodbye to one of our dogs. It was…
COMING CLEAN: Holiday Food Favorites
Two favorite side dishes in senior editor Courtney Lewis Opdahl’s family, back by popular demand.
COMING CLEAN: Take Action Challenge: On Demand!
If you’ve followed my blog for some time now, you’ll know I love a good challenge. One of my first…
COMING CLEAN: Becoming a Sports Fan
Autumn Sundays in my house growing up were filled with the sounds of John Madden, cheering crowds and whistles blowing. My dad is an unusually quiet fan — I don’t remember him yelling at the TV — and multiple upsets by his team generally meant he’d throw up his hands and head outside to rake leaves.
COMING CLEAN: Back in the Saddle
The last time I rode a horse was in fifth or sixth grade. We’d go horseback riding near our cabin…
COMING CLEAN: Core Work
Right around the time I hit my heaviest weight, I started having horrible back issues. If I stood too long,…
COMING CLEAN: Dress-Size Challenge
This year, I’m in two wedding parties: for my friend, Jessie, who married Kyle’s cousin in July, and in October,…
COMING CLEAN: Family Feasts
Something really cool has started happening in my family: We’re planning potlucks in terms of healthy eating. Who’s bringing the…
COMING CLEAN: Running Buddy
We spent Labor Day weekend at Kyle’s family’s cabin, so I would once again miss my Saturday Boot Camp class.…
COMING CLEAN: The Signs to Slow Down
I haven’t been a very good blogger. I’m admitting it, and apologizing, both to you and myself. I’m re-committing to…
COMING CLEAN: Fruit for Dessert
As I mentioned in my last post, I’ve recently been tempted — and indulging — in dessert, specifically, a flourless…
COMING CLEAN: Mid-Year Update
By the time the 4th of July nears, I’m usually in a state of denial. Has half the year already passed?! Yikes.
COMING CLEAN: Sneak Peek
Can’t wait for the July issue? What senior editor Courtney Lewis Opdahl is excited to share.
COMING CLEAN: It’s Not a ‘Diet’
Occasionally, I use the word “diet” on my blog, but I use the term loosely. How I eat is not…
COMING CLEAN: The Brain and the Body
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to reorganize and absorb new information by forming new neural pathways. It’s really quite remarkable:…
COMING CLEAN: Last Call
Around the holidays, I made a conscious effort to monitor my intake of alcohol. We had published “The Art of…
COMING CLEAN: Pin This
If you’re on Pinterest, you can follow my boards for more healthy-living inspiration. I re-post my favorite Experience Life pins,…