South Lake Tahoe | The PERFECT Vacation

I took my camera out to the Truckee Meadow and practiced a bit.

We’ve been back for a while and are still STOKED from our perfect vacation in South Lake Tahoe. We had a really wonderful time and have discovered the perfect recipe for a great vacation for the BF+ and me. We stayed in a house – so lovely – lots of space and lots of freedom. [...]

Buena Vista Social Club: Chan Chan | Music Monday

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What can I say? I want to dance in Havana! Enjoy this beautiful, meditative piece from the Buena Vista Social Club as you ease into this Music Monday. And yes, this is just my pace for an exercise warm up. ¡Salúd! Do you have favorite tunes that take you away? If you enjoyed this, you [...]

Health and Wellness in Vegas – Is it Possible?

Health and Wellness in Las Vegas

We had a lovely time in Vegas, and yes, health and wellness is possible in Sin City! We stayed at the Bellagio and had a fountain view room (highly recommend) and could watch the fountain show from the comfort of the cushy chairs while listening to the music on the TV. (My favorite was ONE [...]

I’m Going to Vegas! My Health and Wellness “Do” List

Health and Wellness in Las Vegas

As many of you know, I’m not into “do not’s”. They just don’t work for me – I am SUCH a rebel. My whole wannabe health and wellness philosophy is about the Power of More – more vegetables, more movement, more water.  I’m on a really good streak right now – recovering from my hurt [...]

The Good, Bad and the Ugly – B+ on My Second Trip

This was a big trip – 5 days in lovely Monterey, California. Between press meetings & our big Sustainable Ag Expo, I had 2 days that were not too rough in terms of scheduling and 3 days that were demanding. I’m not a saint, but I’ve been very consistent in adopting healthier habits, and I [...]

My First Trip Trying to Stay Healthy: Giving Myself an A-

I have three trips in the next two weeks. I must admit these trips typically kick my butt. They involve long hours, lots of mental energy, less than healthy food, and way too much coffee. But I’m trying to take better care of myself and I want to incorporate healthier habits on the road. But [...]

Trying to be Healthy on the Road – Day 1

Is there a jumprope in that briefcase?

I get to travel for work.  I must say, being on the road is a challenge to watch my calories and get some exercise in. I’m usually so tired that when I’m not in meetings that I hole up in my room with room service. I basically eat restaurant/room service 3 meals a day and that’s [...]