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I’m engaged! My proposal story
Before our engagement, Chris and I have been dating for over five years. On August 9, 2020, Chris took me out for dinner at a seafood restaurant overlooking the Bayshore Marina in Long Island. I was excited considering this was going to be our first time dining in since the pandemic. Chris suggested that I “dress up” for the occasion, which I found strange since Chris normally prefers casual attire. Despite my suspicion that something was weird, I enthusiastically put on my new jumpsuit and we went out to dinner.
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Quick and healthy snack ideas
Despite the debate on whether snacking is good or bad for you, we have all snacked on something in between meals. When done correctly, snacking can provide energy and satiation in between meals. Continue reading for some healthy, balanced (representing carbs, protein, and fats) snacks that are portable and easy to put together. These snacks are also great to prepare in large batches for meal prep!
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How to fit exercise into a busy schedule
A frequent complement I get is "How do you always have time to workout?" Here's my secret... I don't, I make the time. My workout is scheduled into my day and do not feel complete if I miss my workout. Continue reading for some tips to help you fit exercise into a busy schedule.
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7 ways to make your home workout harder
Since the gyms are still closed in New York, I am still doing my workouts in my home "gym." At first, the change of equipment forced me to give my body a break from the heavy weights and the change of pace felt great. Over time, my workouts began to feel too easy and I was losing motivation. Here are a few ways I have made my home workouts more challenging without purchasing more equipment. I have demonstrated each method in a short video underneath each description.
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A teacher’s thoughts about returning to the classroom during COVID-19
With the start of the school year rapidly approaching, there have been questions and concerns about how to approach instruction and the safety of in-person learning in schools. Our leaders, governors, health experts and parents have pushed for schools to reopen. Based on my social media and teacher blog posts, teachers have concerns and believe that their safety is in jeopardy. If restaurants and bars cannot safely operate indoor operations, how are schools safe? Based on my experience as an educator and the current circumstances, here are my thoughts.
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Quick vacation: Phoenicia, NY
A few weeks ago for my boyfriend's birthday, we decided to take a short trip upstate to Phoenicia, NY to celebrate and to take our minds off of the current events. It became a family vacation since his mom and younger brother decided to take the trip with us. Although it was a short trip, it was exactly what we needed!
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Maintaining healthy eating at home
With many of us being home, some of our healthier habits may have disappeared. There is also a new urge to bake bread and other baked goods. Keep reading for my suggestions to bake your bread and eat it too...
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Should you track macros?
A couple of years ago, I decided to start tracking my macros to examine my diet more closely to make changes in order to lose a few pounds. I downloaded the My Fitness Pal app, entered my goals and got started. Honestly, I knew nothing when I started and did very little research before I got started. After months of trial and error, I finally figured out my calories and ratios (sort of) and was able to lose a little bit of weight in conjunction with exercise. I probably would have saved myself a lot of frustration if I actually took fifteen minutes to do some research. Over the years,…
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A beginner’s guide to meal prep
This post contains affiliate links. Purchasing an item through these links will provide me a commission at no additional cost to you. Please see my disclaimer, privacy policy, and terms of use for additional information. I was exposed to meal prep before it became a thing. Growing up, my mom would cook dinner for the week on Sunday afternoons for my family since she worked long hours during the week and did not want to be bothered to cook when she came home. Our meals normally consisted of rice and peas, meat, and some potatoes or plantains. I thought everyone did this until I went to my friends’ houses and…
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Simple ways to maintain healthy habits while traveling
Staying healthy on vacation or a business trip can be a challenge, especially when you want to try the local cuisine. However, with a little planning and creativity, it is possible to maintain your wellness goals. Some tips will also help save money $$$...
balancing between work and wellness
