2017 has been, as all years are, full of ups and downs. On New Year’s Day, my family started off the year in a stable financial situation for the first time in about five years. At the end of January, I was able to go to Florida for a conference where I became a certified […]
New year
Swimming 101
Swimming is one of the best gifts you can give your body. It’s a great cardio workout, but it’s also much gentler on your body than running is, and it works your entire body. I know if you aren’t a swimmer, getting in the pool for the first time can be a pretty intimidating thing. […]
Out of the ashes of 2013.
It’s the last day of 2013. I did a lot of things I never thought I would do this year. I lost 40 pounds. I ran a half marathon. I completed the NYC Triathlon. I completed my first marathon. The NYC Marathon!!! I raised over $8000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. I started a […]