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Thirsty for a Refreshing Change?

Heidi — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 02:45:00 +0000

I’m never without a beverage, and I’m still always thirsty.

I love water, but sometimes it’s just – well, boring.

At Mother’s Day brunch (at Roots, Milwaukee) a couple years ago, I took a sip of my water glass and was met by a surprising kick. I looked at the glass and saw a lemon wedge and a slice of cucumber floating in it.

Even in harsh winter conditions, this blend can take you back to summer.

Instantly, I was hooked. I am sure I can’t accurately describe just how refreshing and hydrating it is.

Every now and then, I forget and then remember how good it is and go on kick.

Drink your eight glasses of water a day, and have more fun doing it with these two inexpensive items!

(P.S. It looks “frou-frou” and stylish to layer crushed ice and your lemons and cukes. It’s a cheap way to make your table look awesome, and looks especially cool in a pitcher!)

Personal Trainer, Round Two

Heidi — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 01:18:05 +0000

I went back for my second trainer session last night.

The gym I joined, the new Gold’s Gym in Waukesha is in a transitional state at the moment.

When I originally went in to sign up for it, I looked around at the exposed ceilings and – yes – wood paneled walls, I asked the sales guy “So, are you going to spruce this place up at all, or what?”

I sure can't wait for the "real" gym to open!

He laughed and said “This is just the preview center. The “real” gym opens in July.” I signed up anyhow, because I get a lifelong rate of $19.99 per month. That fee includes all of the classes they offer, including pilates and zumba, which is a great deal.

With my new membership, I was granted two personal training sessions. (Read about my first one.)

Last Wednesday we concentrated on upper body, and last night we worked abs and legs. While I wanted to give up, pound my fists on the floor and say “NO! I WON’T DO IT,” I didn’t. How could I, there were a bunch of young kids lifting weights? Peer pressure is a wonderful thing! Jess told me that today it would probably hurt to sit on the toilet. She wasn’t kidding!

I signed up for six more. Stay tuned!

Take Care of Yourself, Mama.

Heidi — Sun, 10 May 2009 00:35:44 +0000

I’m kind of a freak about breast cancer. My very own Mama continues to wage war against it, my Grandma had it, my Great-Aunt just had a mastectomy last week, I’ve been involved (in years past) with the Susan G. Komen Foundation, and I have an overall, daily, general concern with Women’s health.

I’m avid about my monthly self exams. Do it. Check yourself.

Checking yourself isn’t enough, though. You need to get your annual exam. Tell your doctor everything. Don’t lie about your lifestyle.

I’m digging this humorous site (with a very serious message) and want all Mamas to check it out, but more importantly, follow Noreen Fraser’s advice:

http://www.noreenfraserfoundation.org/

Go get your Mam and your Pap. Do it.

You need it, and your kids need you.