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Working Out Together

Goals have a funny way of going by the wayside if there is no accountability. More times than I can count I have started a diet or workout routine and stopped mid stream because no one was holding me accountable. I am not an athlete, so working out is only a means to fitting in skinny jeans. Yes, health is a primary goal but even that gets pushed aside when life gets in the way. For people like me that work out to lose weight or to maintain your weight when the tide of life rolls in the first thing … Continue reading →

Get Those Homeschoolers Out of The House

It’s kind of ironic. When we began homeschooling, one of the things we talked about the ability to go outside as we please and to learn from nature. Now that the kids are older, we tend to get so involved in the ins and outs of homeschooling that we forget to go outside. Hours of algebra, history, chemistry, and Spanish equals too much time spent in front of the computer and not enough time spent outdoors. Back when they were elementary school students, they could finish all of their work in a couple of hours and spend the rest of … Continue reading →

Walking Into Fall With Both Eyes Open

My favorite time of the year is fast approaching. There is something about fall that is so special to me. I am not sure if it is the crisp, autumn air, the changing colors of the leaves, the start of shorter days when it seems like you can kick back and take it easier with the busyness of summer behind you. One thing is certain though, exercising in the fall is much easier to do outdoors. There is no heat or humidity to slow you down. You do not sweat nearly as much as you did in the summer months. … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Month in Review: June 2008

What a happy month is June, filled with the renewal of spring and the promise of summer. In the last month, we have shared so many ideas for frugal living and saving money. This past month has seen some pretty big increases in food, gas and other items (look for an upcoming post about strawberries increasing more than 100 percent). Now more than ever, it is important to save money where we can. This is why I decided to do a month in review. June 2nd Frugal Living Review: May 26th Through June 1st Garage sale shopping has got to … Continue reading →