where the magic happens. The other night the Child had a meltdown of sorts. It wasn't either of our best days, a few misplaced words turned into an explosion of words and only hours later did we both entirely calm down. (Charming, proving canines are indeed smarter than humans, ran downstairs and "hid" on the couch until all was happy again.) Later, as we readied for bed, the Child asked if I ... Continue Reading
Should we blog about our kids?
I've blogged though the Tornado's entire life. I blogged before her (2001. We didn't have a name for what we were doing.) and, while I imagine it will be called something else, I'll blog long after she's moved out of the house. My first blogging gig was paid and had nary a reference to anything familial. I was hired by a website (Muscle Journal) to post solely about my workouts. Type. ... Continue Reading
Blog reading: fun relaxation or necessary evil?
Last week at Fitbloggin (I cannot believe its been a week! Is it reunion time yet?) I overheard many conversations which went something like this: DUDE! I love your blog! I dont comment a lot because I read from my phone whenever I can but when I can read it I love it. Or I suck. Im so overwhelmed by my goggle reader I've started just deleting everything. Im sorry I havent read your ... Continue Reading
Social Media ANXIETY!
Please to enjoy another AT-REQUEST guest post. I read this on Cynthia's blog. Adored it. And asked to reprint it here. I’ve dealt with anxiety since I was a teenager. Debilitating panic attacks were common until I was 20 years old. With the help of a wonderful counselor and psychiatrist I learned new coping skills and adjusted my medications. It’s not uncommon for a person with Bipolar ... Continue Reading
Blogger cliques.
Our Tribe at Fitbloggin' 10. There's been lots of chatter as of late about bloggers, clique'ynessment (technical term) & the integration of newbie bloggers into the proverbial fold. (translation: I had an entirely different post planned for today, caught a glimpse of my navel, & decided to keep on gazing. I apologize in advance for the length.) Lest anyone think Im singling her ... Continue Reading
How to get sponsored for conferences.
Check this brand ambassador out! Dizclaimer: This is what Ive found works for me and is in no way a definitive primer on how to secure sponsorship. Please to share your experiences in the comments so we might git closer to that aforementioned primer. We're a tribe. A team. Lets help each other out. At least once a week I get a phone call, text, email or tweet asking me about ... Continue Reading
GIVEAWAY POST!!
Subtitle: Bait & switch? You decide. A week or so ago on twitter I posted the following tweet. (and, were I far more skilled at computercrap than I am, the below would be a screen-shot not a retyped version): Dont we all have giveaways every day on our blogs? FREE CONTENT! I received back about three tweets of agreement. Two, when I asked if I could repost the tweets here, ... Continue Reading
Being more present in your life.
Recently this is less who I am & more whom I aspire to be. I had a conversation with a friend the other day where she relayed this (paraphrased) tidbit of wisdom: My child just celebrated XYZ birthday. I know had I not worked hard to be present with him when he was growing up this fact would make me sad. Since I was present and enjoyed those years Im not sad as he enters an older phase of ... Continue Reading
Blogging malaise—you got it?
Please to grab some water, a protein-rich snack & commence skimming this waytoolong post. Id blame you (as it's a response to many emails/tweets Ive received as of late) but it's probably my own fault for not being merciless with the editing. You'll have that. I recently joked on twitter that blogging is like the mafia: just when you think you're out---it sucks you back in. Blogging ... Continue Reading
Tips for workout motivation (giveaway post).
Subtitle: Because really, People, who doesn't need some extra tips for their arsenal this time of year. Find a partner(s). If you missed the boat on this round of MizFit Motivational Match-Ups just take a few minutes, identify the supporters in your life, & ask them if they'd mind helping you stay on track during the holiday season. Have extra cash? Hire a personal trainer accountability ... Continue Reading