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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Exercise Routine : Walking with Leslie Sansone

I rarely make New Year's resolutions but on the morning of January 1, 2013 I decided to start a new regular exercise routine. I had searched online for the Power Half Hour but couldn't find any free streaming videos other than a 5-minute demo. All the young ones are doing the P90X which would put someone my age in the hospital. While searching, I discovered Leslie Sansone's walking at-home video workouts on YouTube. I love her!! These are perfect exercise routines to do in your own home, from 20-45 minutes because you use all of your muscles. You're not JUST walking but using your upper body, too. Leslie's (we're on first-name basis now) personality is perky and friendly... like having your own personal coach.

http://www.amazon.com/Leslie-Sansone-Walk-Pounds-Minute/dp/B00120ZSGI

I just ordered a book by her from PaperbackSwap titled Eat Smart, Walk Strong. At this moment there are more copies available so if you belong to PBS you could also order one. If you don't, PBSwap is a fun way to get new books for just the cost of media mail shipping. Just click on the tab in the left sidebar to join.

I have been walking 2 miles 5-6 days a week either inside or outside for 30 minutes. I did a little research and learned that you burn about 200 calories doing the 30-minute, 2-mile Leslie Sansone workout. My clothes are already fitting better! :)

A friend had told me about her several months ago but I had forgotten her name. I am so glad I stumbled upon her workouts. You can also get the DVDs from Netflix or of course, from Amazon as well. I highly recommend them.

I put colored stars on my calendar to keep me motivated. I need all the help I can get!! I also joined a support group on Facebook called Fit for Good hosted by The Happy Housewife. :) No need to do this alone so get started!

My exercise calendar

Childhood Memories Reborn

Last week my older son took me to see the stage musical "Mary Poppins" (his Christmas gift to me). What a treat-- both the show and just the two of us spending the evening together.

I loved the Disney movie as a child and even had a Mary Poppins doll dressed in her Jolly Holiday outfit. My piano teacher even let me deviate from the classics to learn to play all the songs. :).

Our sons and I had also enjoyed the movie together when they were young. Sweet memories reborn with this special gift.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Harbinger of spring

The leaves are still falling in our yard but while taking a walk today I saw these white azaleas starting to bloom in my neighbor's yard. I checked my own few red ruffle azaleas and they had a few blossoms, too!

What harbinger of spring do you look forward to this time of year?

Saturday, January 12, 2013

It's the Little Things ...

It's the little things that make each day a little more special. One of my oldest and dearest friends gave me this pretty mug as a Christmas gift. I love taking a sip of my hot tea and reading the Bible verse My hope is in God all day long. Psalm 25:5.

Scripture Mug It's the little things
Sweet Shot Tuesday

You may be wondering about the water glass. It's a piece of crystal from our wedding gifts and yes, I use it every day. Make me want to drink more water!! :) A bit of red on the table with the flowers and voila! a pleasant way to start the day.

This is my photo for Sweet Shot Tuesday #2. Have fun with your camera or phone and start taking more photos! :)

Friday, January 11, 2013

Aldi Product Review and Sale

Three great products on sale at Aldi this week.

$2.49 I only see these every 4-6 months or so and stock up when they're on sale.
Usually $6-8 in the grocery store.

Aldi Steel Cut Oats

$1.99 UNfrosted!
They regularly carry frosted which don't eat.

Aldi shredded wheat

99 cents
I've never seen these at Aldi before.

Aldi multi-grain rolls

Saturday, January 5, 2013

Christmas Un- Decorating

Time to put it all away for another year. Had a family lunch here and we all took everything down together. Thankful for their help. It's always a bit sad to pack it all away (my husband gets real sentimental about it) but the house sure feels more open and tidy now!

This is my P52 Sweet Shot Tuesday 2013 #1.


Un- Decorating for Christmas Sweet Shot Tuesday

Monday, December 31, 2012

Movie Review: Lés Miserables

My husband and I saw the recently released movie Lés Miserables on Saturday evening.

My recommendation... go see it. Not for the very young (a few suggestive scenes and blood). A story of redemption with fabulous music, costuming and scenery.


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/scott-mendelson/review-les-miserables-201_b_2293632.html

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Local outing: Air Force Space and Missile Museum

My husband and I took my sweet aunt out to lunch today and while we were riding around the area with her discovered the Air Force Space and Missile Museum near Port Canaveral. Free admission and excellent tours on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Check it out here. http://m.afspacemuseum.org/

It's only been open for about one year.

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas 2012 !

Merry Christmas, Everyone! Hope you're enjoying your day as much as I am. A few photos from Christmas Eve and Christmas Day... off to see The Hobbitt tonight (movie tradition).

Best Christmas Lights in our Neighborhood

Christmas Eve Worship

Our Tree on Christmas Eve

Christmas Breakfas Kitchen Table

Traditional Orange Cinnamon Rolls for Breakfast

Christmas Lunch/Dinner Dining Room Table

Our Untraditional Christmas Dinner Mmmm....!

As always, my favorite gifts are those sitting around our Christmas table... my husband and sons, and the knowledge that they all know God's indescribable gift of Jesus, His Son. Emmanuel, God is with us.

Merry Christmas.

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Local Outing: Casa Féliz

It's been about a month since I posted on this blog. Two weeks of being sick plus the extra activities of the Christmas holidays... My husband and I discovered a new occasional outing in our area today: Casa Féliz in Winter Park (near Park Avenue). It is open to the public (free) from 1-3 p.m. each Sunday, usually with live musicians playing. After church and a picnic lunch in the park with our son, we ventured over to check it out. A lovely serendipitous outing... here are some photos for you to enjoy. What a treat that it was decorated for Christmas.