what I’ve been reading lately

May 5, 2025

Sharing a roundup of the books I’ve been reading lately and if I recommend adding them to your collection.  Hi friends! How was the weekend? We spent it in Phoenix for Liv’s dance competition. Her team did an amazing job, we enjoyed a family brunch, and I snuck away for a Lagree class – wins…

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Protein pancakes without the protein powder

Hi guys! How’s your morning been? A little later post today. I spent a lot of the am getting ready (aka cramming) for my first practice barre class at the studio where I’ll be teaching. The good news is that we have freedom to design our routines, but we do a set order for each…

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Favorite recipes from other bloggers

Hi! How’s your day going? So glad you liked the standing core workout. <3 Let me know if you give it a try! Last night, Livi asked if we could have our dinner outside on the patio. The Pilot had grilled up some wild salmon with olive tapenade, and we enjoyed it al fresco with…

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Standing core workout

Did you know today is national running day? Are you celebrating? No running for this girl… I’m still a little bit sore from the race and going to give my legs a break. I’ll probably power walk in Orangetheory tomorrow and get back on the running train this weekend. If you missed it, check out…

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Spiced smashed potatoes

Potato, potahhhhhto…… I feel like I’ve had a few successes today:  1) I took a barre class, two days after the half marathon, as part of my training for work. (My first full practice class is Thursday! Wahoo!) I was on the fence if this was a success or failure, as I couldn’t complete about…

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Family staycation

This weekend, we enjoyed a little staycation here at the house since my bro, Meg, Lindy and Luna came to stay with us. I mentioned this in my last virtual coffee date post, but we are going to have a ton of company this summer! The guest room revolving door has already begun, and it’s…

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