Because yesterday was my parents' 47th wedding anniversary and today is Mother’s Day, this weekend would be celebratory regardless. But this year in particular it is truly something to...
Years ago, I heard a reverend say to her parishioners, “If you can’t find the faith you need then you can borrow it from me.”
Similarly, in my role as...
There’s a young man who holds the distinction of being the Last Athlete to work with Coach Dan Potts.
I still remember the first day I sat in the living...
I was scrolling through my Facebook friend list looking for someone, when I realized that I have four Facebook friends that are deceased yet their accounts are still active....
“Are you ready to taste wine?” asked Bill Frick, owner of Frick Winery. Frick Winery is a boutique winery in Dry Creek Valley, near Sonoma, Calif, and my favorite...
These days there are endless opportunities to work with a personal trainer! Small independent studios, large commercial gyms, specialty studios, trainers that come to your home, trainers that train...
Has this ever happened to you?
You: Oh I love your dress, it looks so good on you!
Them: It’s just this old thing I haven’t worn in years
Or this:
You: Your...
No, this column hasn’t turned from fitness to politics. I had a conversation recently that I keep thinking about and that is perfectly described by those three words.
I had...
I got Invisalign a couple of months ago. It’s basically a substitute for braces, a series of plastic “trays” that fit on your teeth. After a couple of weeks...
I don’t meditate, unless you count my daily walks, which I believe to be a form of active meditation. But sitting down and getting still and observing your breath...
Has anyone else noticed that the holiday season starts earlier and earlier each year? I’m not even talking about the Christmas stuff already on sale at Costco! Although Christmas...
I stepped outside to walk at 7 a.m. this morning and realized that it’s not just darker now, there is also an undeniable chill of fall in the Edmonds...
My parents recently visited for three weeks. And they stayed at my house the entire time!
In their defense, it was only supposed to be two weeks. This is still...
There’s this tool used in golf called a divot tool. You carry it in your pocket. When your ball lands on the green, it will often leave an indentation...
As a trainer, I take exercise very seriously. As a business owner, I put a great deal of energy and effort into providing professional and valuable services to my...