Yesterday, we had the first day of summer in the triple digits (102F). I know, living where we live, I should be very thankful for quite moderate temperatures in May and I knew the triple digits were coming sooner or later, but I am still not a fan. It’s just...
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Do you meal plan? Or are you ‘afraid’ to try it? Do you think it’ll be labor-intensive and boring? Believe me, I’ve been there. But hear me out. We started meal planning a long while (over two years?) ago. I was reluctant for a very long time to try it because...
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I can’t believe I can finally say this, but in three (hopefully) short weeks my family, as in my parents, my sister + BIL and the munchkins (!!), will be visiting and my excitement is practially through the roof. It’s been almost a year again since I last saw them...
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1.) I received The Life List by Lori Nelson Spielman from a dear friend for my birthday and I just got around to reading it. I enjoyed it quite a bit… if you’re looking for some good story telling and development, I recommend this book. 2.) I can’t remember...
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This week was short but exhausting. I rarely ever feel stressed by my work, but it’s been an intense week. Conflicting data and trying to make sense of it all = head explosion. I usually love working with Excel (I am a nerd), but this week, my brain hurt....
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I’ve mentioned before that I am not one to jump on bandwagons. If something becomes popular really fast and gets a lot of hype, I am usually rather ‘meh’ about it and I often scoff at it, too. I KNOW. Not always my proudest moment, but I just can’t help...
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I joined ePantry about 3 months ago after I saw a recommendation on Kerri‘s blog and I can’t say that I regret my decision, in fact, I can’t say enough good things about this company. ePantry is a subscription service for environmentally friendly household goods and personal care items. They carry eco-friendly...
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running more miles than I ever thought I would be able to. appreciating (so much!) the quite moderate temperatures and evening breezes (it’s nice to not be in the triple digits in May already which is usually not uncommon). eating simple German dinners: fresh bread, cheese and cold cuts. enjoying my Real...
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Another one of those post ideas that I saw on someone else’s blog (Stephany’s) and saved in my draft folder a long while ago. It’s nice to be able to dig up some old drafts and finally use them. Tell me some of your favorites A-Z’s! A – Apples. They’re...
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This is life-changing for runners. Did you know about the extra hole on your running shoes? What Baseball can teach you about life. Loved this!! 8 tips to inspire fitness in a busy schedule. 21 Incredibly Important Diagrams To Help You Get Through Life. Some of these are so helpful!...
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