My Greener Grass Life

Inspired to Love

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:21:48 PDT

Its been a long time since I've posted on this blog. But today I'm inspired! I've recently spent time with the family of a fabulous 101 year old woman who instilled the principle of "love without condition" into all her offspring & theirs. ...

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A Goal Accomplished!

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:52:02 PDT

Well, I did it! After months of training (and a lot of insecurities) this past Sunday, October 5th, I participated in my very 1st Sprint Triathlon.There were nay-sayers - people who said, "you've been too sick to do that much exercise," "now you've...

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I'm an Athlete?

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:33:00 PDT

The other day it was toooooo cool when someone said to me, "Everything about you screams runner." Wow! I was blown away!Thinking back over the past 18 months, & over the past 41 years, I can't believe it.Never in my life did anyone ever mistake...

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From Mount DeLand to Real Muscles!

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:45:44 PDT

Building muscles is hard work. It doesn't happen overnight. I remember years ago. Actually, almost 14 years ago. When I was in Nursing School. I had some extra time on my hands. I was training for my Black Belt in Shaolin Kung Fu. With daily...

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Conquering Mount DeLand

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:43:01 PDT

Conquering Mount DeLand sounds like a Herculean task. Until you realize that DeLand is in Florida & we have NO MOUNTAINS in Florida.Mount DeLand is a joke my husband created at the height of my "sick period" when I was trying to become a little...

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How It Began ... My Journey from Sickness unto Health

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 05:52:22 PDT

Life can be deceiving. Each day blurring one into another. Soon you find yourself older, wondering what happened to your health, your vitality, your youth.As I made my way through the maze of my 20's & 30's, I gave little thought to health...

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Big Changes

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 14:27:00 PDT

If you've been reading the Greener Grass Life blog, you're in for some changes!The Health & Wellness articles are moving to www.greenergrasslife.com under the Articles tab. (next article due out tomorrow!)You can subscribe to these articles...

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The Adult Onset Athlete

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 11:48:08 PDT

This week's article is from Coach Kathy Morton, MD. I'm excited to have Kathy on the Greener Grass Life team as she brings a wealth of experience & wisdom as well as humor & compassion, which you're sure to notice in her article, The Adult...

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noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:51:23 PDT

At the National Psoriasis Foundation’s Annual Conference last week, I facilitated a workshop entitled Powerful Choices.The entire hour was dedicated to methods of incorporating more joy & energy into our lives. What a fun time we had!The last...

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Chronically Fabulous

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:07:48 PDT

2 situations have come together in the 21st century to create an interesting phenomenon - advances in medical care & a highly stressful lifestyles.What's the phenomenon?A huge increase in people living with chronic conditions.Because of our...

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Going for the Gold!

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 19:42:39 PDT

I really wanted to write a post inspired by the Olympics this week!I've found myself so enthralled watching these amazing athletes I didn't want to stop & write.While I missed the Opening Ceremonies on TV, with technology as it is today, I was...

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Too Busy to Cook?

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 14:19:46 PDT

How many times do you eat out each week?With our busy lives, it's almost inevitable that we spend a lot of our food dollars in restaurants. Unfortunately, those dollars also end up buying large portions of high-fat, over-processed & often times...

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Chocolate, Ice Cream & Naps

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:54:39 PDT

Ever think you’d read a Health & Wellness article with the title Chocolate, Ice Cream & Naps? Does reading that list immediately trigger thoughts of BAD FOODS & WASTED TIME? Oh, come on…we all have a list…those forbidden foods, we...

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Heroes

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 11:55:01 PDT

Who are your heroes?I was asked that question in an interview once & it drove me absolutely crazy! At the time, I was pretty nervous & remember spewing some politically correct stupidity.I got the job anyway. The interviewer, Sue, is now...

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10 Ways to Take Back Your Life

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:01:38 PDT

Do you have enough time & energy to do what you enjoy?<?xml:namespace prefix = o />What if you had 4 more hours each week?I'm listening lately…really listening to the people around me. Mostly, I''m listening to busy professionals –...

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Independence Day

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:03:58 PDT

I hope everyone had a terrific Independence Day!<?xml:namespace prefix = o />As I ponder what to put in my 4th of July weekend post, the theme of independence is heavy on my mind.As Americans, we value independence greatly & pride...

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An Abundant Life

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 17:43:44 PDT

What is abundance? Watch the video below & see what you think: Is this true abundance? Can wishing for these things really make them happen? Would you really wish for these things? (Everything I touch turns to gold??? Do we not...

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100 Questions

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 10:42:39 PDT

I'm stealing a topic this week. I really have to share it with you because it & it's source have been so powerful for me.One of my favorite websites is Think Arete by Brian Johnson. He covers a huge variety of Big Ideas on the site that provide...

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The Formula For Success

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 11:34:39 PDT

Have you ever been seduced at 2:00 am into buying a Super Awesome Weight Loss, Six-Pack Ab, Buns of Iron, No-More-Zits, Slides Under the Bed Machine for the low, low cost of only $79.99 (3 monthly payments)? I have. And, I've got the DVD, the book,...

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Surviving Summer Travel

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 18:56:40 PDT

Summer is here - let the travel begin!Whether it's a weekend get-away, a business trip or a full-out vacation, travel can really derail our health & wellness efforts.But, with a little preparation, we can maintain or even improve during our...

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Fear? Do it Anyway!

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:45:15 PDT

What would you do if you knew you could handle anything that came your way? -If there was absolutely no fear of failure? -If you had no fear of what others thought? -If you felt completely sure of yourself & your capabilities? In...

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I'm Here to Finish!

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:01 PDT

A few weeks ago, a wonderful woman introduced me to a new phrase: "Adult Onset Athlete." Since she spoke those words, I've taken them to heart & have decided that's me...an Adult Onset Athlete.As one of those women who looks back on P.E. class...

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Climb Your Own Mountain

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sun, 18 May 2008 17:32:23 PDT

If you had a magic wand & could wave it 3 times, for what would you wish?When we were children, we often quickly answered with "a million dollars" or "more wishes!" As we mature though, we take longer to answer the question. Some of us...

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No Time for Exercise? 5 Step Emergency Workout

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Sat, 10 May 2008 16:53:10 PDT

Finally, a post about fitness! Instead of the typical "benefits of exercise" preachy blog, this one for the real world, where we're all busy.Stuck at the office? Just can't get to the gym? Instead of feeling guilty about missing out on the day's...

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Gratitude (There's Even a Dance!)

noreply@blogger.com (Kim) — Fri, 02 May 2008 14:07:37 PDT

Gratitude has a way of bringing out the best in every situation & every person. Regularly practicing gratitude has the power to lift our mood. Even better, when gratitude is shared, the power can brighten & enrich not only our lives, but...

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