When asked what I wanted for my birthday this year, I told my family I’d like cooperation, patience and an open mind in order to have us each create a vision board. Now for some families, this is just how they role. They’ve got a family mission statement, have weekly family meetings, parents put aside their needs and take time to listen to their kids, the TV is off during family meals, etc. Okay, I really don’t know any family like that, but that would be my ideal. So, when my husband said “What’s a vision board”, and I started to explain, I could see the resistance in his body language. Read More

When I turned the calendar to May two weeks ago, it was as if my social life just blossomed just as all of life outside was blossoming. I am grateful for all of the get-togethers, friends, family and celebrations this month, however, with these events comes more food and drink choices and temptations. Fortunately, over the years I’ve learned that feeling good out-does the feeling of being tired, hung-over, bloated, and gaining weight. Recognizing the frequency of social occasions, making good choices, and planning meals home and out has become a way of life that helps me maintain my weight and energy. It’s also a great way to be good to myself. Here are some tips I use when out at a family house party, picnic, or BBQ: Read More