** This post has been compensated by Basic Invite, Inc. All opinions are my own. Our adoption hearing photo taken on May 12. I have always known I wanted to adopt a child. I just never expected the way it would happen. In December 2015, the subject of adopting Victoria first came up as we traveled to Phoenix to visit family. She had been under my aunt's ... Read more
Father’s Day Gifts for the Outdoors Lover
** This post contains affiliate links. I make a small commission on purchases through these links.Graham loves the outdoors, so my gifts to him are usually things he could use when we go camping or when we travel. For his first Father's Day, I know he would love nothing more than to spend the day outdoors with us. Sadly, we aren't able to go on an adventure trip this weekend, but he is counting ... Read more
June Goals & a Lesson from May
I blinked and it suddenly became June. May was full of celebrations but also challenges. The overall lesson for May was invest in yourself: in time for myself, in career and personal growth, and what my body and mind need. I learned this lesson by neglecting myself on many occasions in the previous months. I put my fitness and career goals on hold and it was beginning to affect my outlook on life. ... Read more
Half-Marathon Training Update | Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself
** This post contains affiliate links. I make a small commission for purchases through these links.Beats Powerbeats3 Wireless Headphones, Garmin vivosmart HR, gray capri leggings (old) and Yogo Athletica top (found at Marshalls)I had planned to run a half marathon yesterday.If you've read this blog recently, you might remember seeing four half-marathon training updates and reflections. After ... Read more
2017: Making Moves | 2016 Recap Plus Goal-Setting Tips
** This post contains affiliate links. Graham and I set an intention every year, and every year we have been amazed by how it comes true. 2015 was the year of adventure. 2016 was the year of growth. And now 2017 will be about health and success. Our version of success is to be business owners and work for ourselves. We've already made headway: Step 1 was paying off nearly all of our debt in ... Read more