Posted in June 2014

Three HoCo Politico Women to Watch

Three HoCo Politico Women to Watch

I know how badly you want to read and hear more about the election tomorrow so here’s my opinion for what it’s worth. I am big supporter of women in politics. From the challenging of women’s reproductive rights, to idiots in Congress recklessly “defining” rape to the fight against raising the minimum wage and granting … Continue reading

Coming Soon: Mental Health Task Force

Coming Soon: Mental Health Task Force

Yet another reason why I am so glad I listened to my husband and moved to Howard County: the government officials are quite  proactive here. Another move in the right direction for the health of Howard County will be a mental health task force.  Nearly six months after that horrendous and unforgettable shooting at Columbia … Continue reading

Art Classes for Kids with Special Needs

Hey guys!! Remember when I blogged about how I would love to see the Columbia Association offer something for Special Needs kids? If not click here. Well they heard me. And they answered my call. There will be a NEW art class for children with Special Needs. This sounds fantastic. I am ever so grateful … Continue reading

Mothers getting Father’s Day cards

I’m going to keep this one brief. I get the whole concept of honoring single moms on Father’s Day. But I simply do not agree. I am a mom who has to serve both roles in my children’s lives even though I’m married. However, I wouldn’t have children at all if it wasn’t for their … Continue reading

Things That Make Me Smile: A Synergy Selfie

So I walk into Synergy this morning for Boxercise class and see the staff gathered together taking this selfie. The breathe strips are in support of California Chrome, the horse that is a nose length’s away from the Triple Crown. Apparently the Belmont Stakes said ‘No’ to the strips at first but are changing their … Continue reading

For Once…Sensible Dieting Advice

Juicing. Meal replacement shakes. Low carb meals. No carb meals. Paleo diet. Jenny Craig. Nutri System.  Eat Special K for two meals a day. Eat Subway sandwiches only. Master cleansing. Starvation. OH MY GOODNESS!!! STOP IT!!! I detest diet fads. I refuse to cut out an entire food group or drink my meals or deny … Continue reading

Synergy Chronicles: ROCK HARD

Synergy Chronicles: ROCK HARD

See the title alone should have been my warning. Rock Hard. A high intensity strength training class taught by Ron, co-owner of Synergy and the only male instructor on staff. I knew I had to try this class as strength training is my Achilles heel. I can still hear Ron’s voice bellowing like a PE … Continue reading