Make your “home” a happy one
You can tell by the look on Kevan and Grace’s faces, that Edie is no longer in her home and this will most likely be the last time they will ever sit on her porch glider again:( Although they may not see her beautiful old house again, they will always be reminded of the far […]
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Be thankful for friends
Being with friends has been an important part of healing after my mom passed away. Friends understand when you have a need to talk and when you just need to hang out, laugh, and watch the most spectacular sunsets over Lake Coeur d’Alene. Being in the mountains in December with these ladies and… on the […]
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Be thankful for family
My family has been so supportive during this past year. My immediate and extended family call me and sent me cards and letters. So many did so very much to show your love for Edie. Every time I walk through the Pike Place Market I will visit the fence where Edie’s charm is located Grace! […]
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Less than a week
It is hard to believe that in less than one week, it will be one year since my mom died. During the first “year without Edie” it feels like time stood still. Grieving the loss of someone you loved so very much who had such a significant impact on who you are as a person, […]
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A snowy mountain weekend
I woke up this past Saturday to the most beautiful snowy day. The snow continued to fall in light fluffy flakes just made for a winter walk. By Sunday the weather had warmed up and a giant cloud descended on the valley. Alas, a great downhill ski day was not in the cards that day. […]
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What a way to start the day
My mom was a night owl and loved to watch the moon rise as she sat on her front porch. However, I am a lark and love to watch the sunrise from my deck. Poet William Yeats stated, “The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” Find ways […]
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Walking
Take in some views when you get outside for a daily walk. Over 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates said, “Walking is a man’s best medicine”and a growing body of research suggests he wasn’t wrong. What an amazing view from a perfect location, just made for a wedding:) I will think of that very special day at this […]
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Biking
The last time we planned to head up into the mountains to ski, the weather just was not cooperating. A bike on a scenic trail with some nice hills was the perfect alternative. Be ready to change your plan! Find ways to fit in exercise!
Skiing
This month I have focused on four key health habits and spent all last week blogging about not smoking which should be the #1 priority-never smoke or quit now if you do smoke! Eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day Exercising at least three times weekly Only drinking alcohol in moderation And not […]
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COPD-smoking kills
Originally posted on Well Healthy Ways:
Smoking kills more than 480,000 people annually in the U.S., according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 117,600 of those adult deaths are in the 12-state region containing Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee and West Virginia, dubbed “Tobacco…
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