Mom’s Apple Dumplings

I wanted to post my first recipe in honor of woman who gave it to me, my mom. She doesn’t cook fancy but we always ate good! I know there are many versions of this recipe, but this is the one she always made and they are,

Firm Express Workout Cycle 1 Cardio

Well, as promised, I dusted off my workout DVD collection and chose The Firm Express program as my first workout review. I have been a big fan of The Firm workout videos since a friend introduced me to them in the early 90’s. I own no less than 8 of their workouts an intend to... » read more

Before

Like so many of us, I have struggled with my weight since I was 10 years old. At times I will ooze self-discipline and determination. I develop exercise habits that would impress even the most draconian of personal trainers. My food journal never leaves my side and every morsel is logged. The inches disappear and... » read more

My Favorite Picture

I love this picture. It was taken in Pigeon Forge Tennessee shortly after our wedding in a beautiful chapel in Gatlinburg. The scarf around Scott’s neck is actually a piece of fabric that was torn from my dress by the wheel of a go-cart. We asked all of the single girls to line up as... » read more

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I am wife to Scott, mother of three, grandmother of three, and new empty-nester. I’ve worked as a nail technician/esthetician for 22 years and earned my Bachelor’s in Business Administration in 2012. I’m an avid knitter and crocheter, and recently began selling my work at festivals as well as the salon in which I work.... » read more