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B is for Boxing

In January of this year, I did something very out of character for me: I signed up to take a boxing fitness class. I do not enjoy group fitness classes, and I don’t know a thing about boxing except that … Continue reading

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A is for Abortion

Well, why not start of the Blogging A to Z Challenge with a topic that will surely raise some eyebrows and tick people off! Up until yesterday, I had no idea what to write about for the letter A. But … Continue reading

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What to Do in 2018?

It’s a new year, so that means it’s time for new resolutions. But first, I’d like to do an honest self-evaluation of my resolutions for 2017: 1.) I did indeed train for and complete the Chicago Marathon! This still amazes … Continue reading

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Looking Back: 2017 Edition

I know that there are still a few more days left in 2017, but I am tempting fate and writing my year in review before the year is finished, gambling on the next few days being uneventful. So without further … Continue reading

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2017: Make it So

Making new year resolutions is a common practice. Normally, I don’t make resolutions because I really hate setting myself up for failure! But this year, I decided to try something different: I’m going to make my resolutions and I’m going … Continue reading

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My Year in Review — 2016

It’s that time of year again where I indulge my self-absorbed side and review the year that has just passed, and I drag you along for the ride. As I was reflecting on what I would write about, I was … Continue reading

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Trick or Treat

Updated October 13, 2025 It’s that time of year — pumpkin spice lattes are available everywhere and people are planning their Halloween costumes for trick or treating and parties. What do you want to be this year? A princess? Cheerleader? … Continue reading

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Blogging A to Z — Falling Behind

I had a really busy week and fell one day behind. This has turned into more than one day behind now because of some emergencies that have occurred. I plan to finish the challenge, but I’m not sure I will … Continue reading

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Blogging A to Z — Grand Canyon

I am a day late with my post, but here is the letter G — the Grand Canyon. My first trip to the Grand Canyon was probably about 10 years ago. It was part of the road trip my best … Continue reading

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Books Worth Reading

As of the end of December 2015, I am no longer a freelance writer for Curriculet. I had the chance to be an independent contractor with them for a year and a half, but now that they can slow down … Continue reading

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