Well, we won the game. But it was not pretty. The O line looked shaky. I saw way too many rushed passes by A.J because his pocket was a big mess. I’m trying to keep in mind that it’s just…

    It’s finally here. For many of us–as in the entire state of Alabama including pets, barnyard animals, and infants—-the arrival of the first football game is what enables us to survive the depths of humidity hell. Football makes everything…

I know it is not soup weather, but it IS getting closer to back-to-school and that means slow cooker meals, easy to reheat soups, and low maintenance dinners and leftovers. I need fast and easy for the first few weeks of…

Yes. I think I am technically still alive. School started this week. But the work started a couple of weeks ago. Here’s how it all happened: New school addition was supposed to be ready August 9. (I’m not moving classrooms, but…

Have you ever noticed how much technology has made our lives more connected?  I’m not talking just about connected through fitness and cooking and photography. I’m also talking about the connection with people. I clearly remember the first time I was…

The mad rush to the first day of school is in high gear. Sticking to a consistent eating plan is hard when I get so busy, I don’t want to stop and eat. I would rather walk around with fruit or…

I was supposed to run 8 yesterday but I couldn’t make myself go do it. I was tired and very lethargic and felt like I was coming down with a cold. I don’t remember this from January. I decided to do…

I got busy and made some staples to keep around the house. I’m going back to work in the classroom this week and I’m already getting that tired and worn out feeling. Not only that, but running is getting harder. Honestly,…

I hate sugar. HATE it. Maybe what I’m trying to say is I hate my addiction to the stuff. Today was not complete torture but it wasn’t smooth sailing. Headaches have started up. And just like last time, after 3 days…

It has been way too long since I’ve been to Pepper Place market. My fridge was empty and that is the best reason to visit. it takes over an hour to drive to Birmingham to the market and I think it…