Tag Archives: health

Happy birthday to me again

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Erin

So last year on my birthday, I said I wanted to lose a pound a week. Didn’t happen. In fact,I’m pretty much at exactly the same weight I was last year at this time. I’m grateful I haven’t gained weight, … Continue reading →

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For those keeping track

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Erin

One month in, I’m down two pounds total. This is less than the pound per week I was aiming at, but given the holiday dessert eating I’ve been doing (more than I should) and the amount of exercise I’ve been … Continue reading →

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The belated weekend check-in

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Erin

I just realized I forgot to do my first week check-in on the food and exercise. Boy, this bodes well for the coming year, doesn’t it? I started out mostly just aiming for the three meals a day, and trying … Continue reading →

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For the next year

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Erin

First: if you’re subscribed to the feed, with luck (and guidance from the wonderful folk at TigerTech), it should be working now. Please let me know if it’s not. Now on to the main post: It’s my birthday, and purple … Continue reading →

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Using your time series: Looking at energy

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Erin

Although I’m calling this “Looking at energy,” I’m actually talking about both energy and health here. Whatever you’re doing with your life, it’s easier if you’re well rested and well fed. We all know this. Our cars don’t run on … Continue reading →

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Going for a walk

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Erin

Those who know me know that walking is a biggie. I touch on this on my About Me page. I had a major accident, and as a result, I had to relearn to walk — more than once. Before my … Continue reading →

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At least you’ve got . . .

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Erin

Your health? Definitely something to be grateful for, and something that only comes up when we’ve been missing it. I’ve been sick with whatever the latest crud is that’s making the rounds: freezing, achey, swollen neck, pressure on the ears, … Continue reading →

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It takes time

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Erin

Just thought I’d drop a note in to say I’m doing better this week. Taking most of last week to recover really was a good move. I’ve been running several times, and I’m up to being able to run 30 … Continue reading →

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Take 5 minutes

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Erin

. . . and make someone’s day. It can be really easy. Send an e-mail to a friend telling them how much something they said recently resonated with you. Buy a treat for your kids. (I stopped at the corner … Continue reading →

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Burning up the candle

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Erin

I’ve been really tired of late. Some of it’s good — I’ve had a lot of freelance work on my plate, which keeps me busy. Unfortunately, then I have less time and energy to do my writing, and when I … Continue reading →

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