1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (220 miles down and 280 to go) This week I pulled weed, walked, and then did kettlebell/dumbbell workouts thanks to Bodyfit by Amy on YouTube. **Its free and fabulous! 2. Read more nonfiction and classic books I really enjoy the way that David McCullough retells a historical… Continue reading 2021 Goal Updates for Week 22
Frugal Things
Thrift Store We have been having fun finding treasures at the thrift store lately. Ben found Metallic CDs for just $1 each, a cute planter for $2, Ben found an identical teddy bear that matches his beloved Bearie (he said he just could not leave his bear's brother in there), a feathered cat toy for… Continue reading Frugal Things
My Week (5.24.2021)
What I've been reading lately: I have been reading a ton of books lately. Most of them have been 3 out of 4 stars for me so that is a big plus. How do I rate my books? 1 star are books that I did not finish because they were poorly written, too graphic, too… Continue reading My Week (5.24.2021)
2021 Goal Update for Week 19
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (190 miles down and 310 to go) This week I walked outside, swam, and then did kettlebell/dumbbell workouts thanks to Bodyfit by Amy on YouTube. **Its free and fabulous! 2. Read more nonfiction and classic books I helped out in a creepy classics class this year at… Continue reading 2021 Goal Update for Week 19
A Year of Picture Books (Late April-May)
There are so many wonderful picture books out there right now that my son and I decided to give ourselves the challenge of reading as many as we can for the rest of the year. This all started because I was a little sad to move onto strictly chapter books with Ben because, isn't it… Continue reading A Year of Picture Books (Late April-May)
2021 Goal Update for Week 17
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (170 miles down and 330 to go) This week I walked outside and then did kettlebell, Pilates, and dumbbell workouts thanks to Bodyfit by Amy on YouTube. **Its free and fabulous! I really enjoyed the "Superset 6" workout this week. 2. Read more nonfiction and classic books… Continue reading 2021 Goal Update for Week 17
My Week (4.27.2021)
What I have been reading lately: Besides the gobs of historical romances I have been reading lately (so many!!) I did throw in a mystery/thriller to keep my life interesting. Then She Was Gone was terrifying and probably the creepiest book I have read in a long time. The story follows the abduction of a… Continue reading My Week (4.27.2021)
A Year of Picture Books (April)
We found quite a few gems to add to our picture book series this month. Every single book we picked out features a woman (which was not intentional!) We learned about an awesome female architect who used nature as inspiration for her designs, an invention that made the Queen of England more comfortable while sea… Continue reading A Year of Picture Books (April)
Our Week 4.1.2021
What I've been reading lately: I have read two really good books lately. What do I mean when I say "really good books"? They are books that engross me so much that I read them within two days even if they are terribly long. Fun fact: I read the last Harry Potter book the same… Continue reading Our Week 4.1.2021
2021 Goal Update for Week 12
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (120 miles down and 380 to go) This week I walked outside and then did kettlebell, Pilates, and dumbbell workouts thanks to Bodyfit by Amy on YouTube. **Its free and fabulous! I really enjoyed the Whole Body Strong workout this week. 2. Read more nonfiction and classic… Continue reading 2021 Goal Update for Week 12
