One area I’m looking at as I formulate my 2011 resolutions is health. My guess is that most resolutions fall into this category – people are always saying they want to lose 20 pounds, eat better, go to the gym, … Continue reading
I’ve been reading a lot of fascinating blog posts from other moms on how a typical day goes at their house. I think it’s fun to see how other people do things. So for your perusal I offer what happened … Continue reading
If you are a child of the ’80s, I apologize for the fact that you will now be singing the Get in Shape, Girl commercial song all day. Doesn’t it make you long for the pink legwarmers and hollow plastic … Continue reading
Last night we were at a really fun Christmas party and I meant to tape the finale of The Biggest Loser but I forgot. I’m really glad we went to the party, but I’m really bummed to have missed taping … Continue reading
No, sorry, this is not a post about pleather pants and leopard print tank tops. I donated my theme party costume collection to the veterans long ago. So if you see Lieutenant Dan sporting a hot pink tube top, now … Continue reading
A commenter asked about my seven minute ab routine. Please note that I did not create this workout, I don’t actually know who made it up, so I can’t give proper attribution, I’m sorry. CAVEAT: if you are pregnant you … Continue reading
It gets more and more difficult for me to seriously exercise with the kiddos. Walks are ok, but I like a good hard aerobic workout too, and Hannah wants to be up on the step with me, wants to try … Continue reading
Nearly every day I take the kids in the double stroller for a long walk around the neighborhood. We walk for about an hour and a half, which is about 5 miles. It’s good to get out of the house, … Continue reading
This week has been a little rough – Jack dropped last weekend and I think that kind of threw my hips and lower back all out of whack, making it really hard for me to walk and carry on my … Continue reading
Here I am this morning at 36 weeks pregnant. At my appointment a few days ago, Jack was already measuring 38 weeks, so if he arrives late like Hannah did, I’m figuring he’ll be around 18 pounds. Last week I … Continue reading
Hi, I'm Catherine Gillespie and A Spirited Mind is where I post about reading, writing, and parenting and the lessons I'm learning as a result. Thanks for stopping by!
