Make-A-Wish Foundation: The Science Behind Hope

The Balance Sheet recently release an article on Make-a-Wish Foundation Atlanta that shed light on the quantifiable, scientifically proven benefits of instilling hope in a sick child. I found the study fascinating! I’ve always know that there was something to Learn More …

Winter preparations for spring gardening

My little plot isn’t fit for winter gardening. It gets zero sun. The good news is that I can focus my free time elsewhere (maybe learning sign language, touching up my Spanish, home decor, and marathon training).  More good news? Learn More …

Gadgets and Apps for Training Merriment

I teetered between “merriment” and “more bearable” in the title. I’ve discovered that I have no problem with the hard work needed to train well. I’ve been blessed with a get-up-and-get-it-over-with mentality that helps me get through long term goals. Learn More …

Half Marathon Training Like a Boss, Sorta

So I’ve decided to run a half marathon…which is practically like saying “I’ve decided to pull out all of my teeth with dusty pliers,” or “I’ve decided to have my arm chewed off by a bear.” There is no intelligent Learn More …

Fighting green dreams deferred

On this blog, I make an effort to present easy ways to adapt a sustainable lifestyle. But let’s face it. Sometimes being green isn’t easy. An eco-friendly, healthy lifestyle becomes particularly challenging when you aren’t starting from scratch. This has never been more Learn More …