Savor the Season: When Planning an Indulgence Turns Into a Free Pass to Binge
It’s official. The holiday season is upon us. My Christmas box has been dug out of the storage unit, the stockings are hung by the...
Giving Thanks: Keeping the Attitude of Gratitude Alive Past the Holidays
This Thanksgiving marked many firsts for me and my family. It was the first celebration of any kind since I moved to my new home (only...
"You're FAT!": A Conversation With My Inner Critic
A few months ago, I caught my reflection in the mirror. I immediately heard an old familiar voice declare, “You’re FAT!” I knew that...
Why I Quit *THAT* Gym: Why I DO and Why I DON'T Work Out
It was my first class back at *THAT* gym in years. The gym in question was close to my house and offered a state-of-the-art facility with...
What Eric Carle Never Told Me: The Truth About Transitions
I remember first hearing the story of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” when I was in nursery school. I sat on a multi-colored rug...
