As you head "Home for the holidays" and think "baby it's cold outside.." just remember that "it's the most wonderful time of the year!" Your'e excited to "let it snow, let it snow, let it snow" so you can take a little "sleigh ride" in the "winter wonderland" because "santa clause is coming to town." And ...
The joys of a staycation
Written by contributing blogger, Audrea Laffely. My life can be pretty hectic and as I am becoming more successful (and older) it is getting busier and busier. With the holiday season right around the corner (an even busier time), and with a good amount of vacation time left, I decided it was a good time to get ...
The company we keep
The company we keep can define us. We can be judged by the person walking next to us. Yes, it shouldn't matter - and people shouldn't be so quick to judge - but it happens. And it happens a lot. If you're best friends with someone who isn't motivated, cares less about true values, and more ...
The 4 workout attire pieces you need
Let's be real. Working out is way more fun when you have on an outfit you feel good in. There is something about tossing on a new pair of leggings that makes you do the extra 15 minutes of cardio...or is that just me? So what do I have in my closet that keeps me jazzed ...
Five must haves for a home gym
When you live in a city, spaces are smaller. Schedules are crazier. You are constantly on the go. And some mornings, getting to the gym seems daunting. That's why I find it necessary and helpful to have some workout items at home to use. I feel less pressured on time and know i can get ...
Keeping with Tradition Around the Holidays
Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. Let me start by saying that I am not a shopper, by no means. In fact shopping is my least favorite thing to do, unless I absolutely have to. However, one tradition during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend that I have enjoyed for a number of years now with a friend ...
Desperate for Morning Motivation
Sometimes even a cup of coffee isn't enough. You are trudging along, staring at that endless To-Do list thinking, where do I start? Let's back up. Not every morning is easy, but sometimes if we push ourselves we can make that morning kick ass. Wake up and put in a minimum of 30 min of work out ...
Five reasons to Live a Little More
My couch is glorious. When I come home from a tiring day or week, I am day dreaming of that moment I walk in, pour a glass of wine, and sit my ass down in yoga pants and a sweatshirt. Hulu is on. Lights are dimmed. And my calm sets in. But c'mon. A year from ...
Give Thanks Like a Professional
Written by contributing blogger, Tammy Luksich. In the spirit, of giving “thanks,” it’s important to recognize those who have helped facilitate success in the workplace. As an individual grows and develops into a professional, certain behaviors and actions yield positive, and sometimes, negative results. One might think, it’s “easy” to give praise and gratitude for a ...
A ray of light
A ray of light bounces off her smile she looks up to see hope for the day Who knew it would transcend into her bones Like a dog that runs astray He led her down the path She ran sideways Looking for a hole in the wall She found a ragged doll laying below She looked up Seeing through her broken glasses Another glimmer of hope