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day 5 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 12/3/2015
day 6 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/8/2015
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 12/8/2015
day 10 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 12/8/2015
day 7 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/9/2015
day 19 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 12/17/2015
Gator floating in the Clouds
day 30 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 12/28/2015
is enjoyng the first weekend of 2016!
day 35 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/2/2016
day 32 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/3/2016
day 34 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/5/2016
day 3 of my streak for "Consume at least 8 cups of water per day." earned 1/5/2016
is wishing it was the weekend already!
day 5 of my streak for "Consume at least 8 cups of water per day." earned 1/6/2016
day 42 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/9/2016
day 38 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/9/2016
day 39 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/10/2016
day 40 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/11/2016
day 40 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/11/2016
went for a walk on my break. Had to continue indoors when the rain started. No excuses!!!
day 48 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/15/2016
had such a relaxing day!!!
day 50 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/17/2016
day 1 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/17/2016
day 51 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/18/2016
day 47 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/18/2016
day 2 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/19/2016
day 50 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/21/2016
day 50 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/21/2016
Anticipating a fun relaxing weekend !
day 7 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/23/2016
day 8 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/24/2016
day 8 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/24/2016
Painted Bunting (Male) ~ 1/24/16 Fakahatchee Strand State Preserve
day 60 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/27/2016
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/28/2016
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/30/2016
day 60 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/31/2016
day 67 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 2/3/2016
day 10 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/4/2016
Ruddy Turnstone
Tricolored Heron
day 68 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 2/4/2016
says "Welcome Weekend!!!!!"
I can't wait to get this day started !!
day 70 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 2/6/2016
Choose to be JOYFUL today. Count your blessings. Love yourself. Forgive yourself. Challenge yourself. Nourish yourself. Today starts a brand new week. Fresh start all around for whatever you need. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
day 3 of my streak for "Consume at least 8 cups of water per day." earned 2/7/2016
is having a Motivated Monday!!
day 14 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/8/2016
day 14 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/8/2016
is having a Terrific Tuesday! Happy Mardi Gras, too!
day 5 of my streak for "Consume at least 8 cups of water per day." earned 2/9/2016
day 70 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 2/10/2016
is staying positive and moving towards my daily goals.
day 75 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 2/11/2016
is loving myself today....Spa Massage and a snooze in the hammock by the pool. Imaging the deserted island....LOL 
is is loving myself today....Spa Massage and a snooze in the hammock by the pool. Imagining the deserted island....LOL 
Is looking forward to some wildlife adventures today !!
day 10 of my streak for "Consume at least 8 cups of water per day." earned 2/14/2016
enjoying a Monday off!!
day 75 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 2/15/2016
day 5 of my streak for "Get 8 hours of sleep per day" earned 2/17/2016
says "Have a Wonderfully Wild Wednesday". Go outside!
is revisiting my old belt collection since my pants are now falling down !!! Hallelujah!! 
Revisiting my old belt collection since my pants are now falling down !!! Hallelujah!! 
day 5 of my streak for "Don’t drink soda 1 time per day" earned 2/18/2016
says "Happy Friday!!"
day 7 of my streak for "Post on SparkPeople's message boards 1 time per day" earned 2/19/2016
wishes you a peaceful day!!
just hit level 11 !!! Woot!!!
is having a Walk-More Wednesday! I challenge YOU to get more steps in today!!
day 90 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 2/26/2016
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/28/2016
day 90 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 3/1/2016
It's "Turboboost Tuesday". I challenge each of you to break your own record today with minutes of exercise....whatever that might be! Go for it! (P.S. For rehab friends, there are chair workouts!)
day 90 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 3/1/2016
is Sparkly today! (That's my exercise sweat!!)
Wishing you a JOY-filled Thursday!!
day 100 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 3/7/2016
day 4 of my streak for "Go for a walk each day 1 time per day" earned 3/9/2016
Hang in there !! 
day 5 of my streak for "Go for a walk each day 1 time per day" earned 3/10/2016
day 100 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 3/11/2016
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 3/14/2016
Enjoy your Friday!!!
day 111 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 3/18/2016
Reached Level 12 today!!! (Day 118)
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 3/26/2016
is spending time in nature today!
Male Cardinal at Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk
Momma Gator and her baby
Baby Gator
True!
Enjoyed this beautiful Easter! 
Four dolphins following us!
Momma Gator & Baby
Baby Gator
is back to work today! The students are exhausted from gaming all night every night during Spring Break. LOL
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 3/28/2016
Make it a great day!!!!
day 3 of my streak for "Don’t drink soda 1 time per day" earned 3/29/2016
day 3 of my streak for "Drink 8 cups of water per day" earned 3/31/2016
day 125 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 4/1/2016
day 125 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 4/1/2016
Celebrating 125 Days of Sparkpeople!!! 
Lots of walking out in nature today. Birds, birds ,birds!!!
day 125 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 4/5/2016
Took students on "nature walks" today. I have tracked over 5 miles since 8 am. Here's a sweet friend we found near the parking lot.
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 4/7/2016
Had a great day relaxing in Islamorada and Marathon (Florida Keys). 
day 1 of my streak for "Drink 8 cups of water per day" earned 4/17/2016
day 1 of my streak for "Drink 8 cups of water per day" earned 4/17/2016
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 4/18/2016
is listening to Prince with my students today. :*)
day 150 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 4/26/2016
is celebrating 150 days with Sparkpeople !!!
Hang in there, teachers. It's almost over!!
day 150 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 4/30/2016
is on full "rest and recharge" mode this weekend. Monumental week ahead!
Encourage One Another
HELLO LEVEL 13 !! I have worked SO hard to meet you!!! Yeeehaww!!!!!
is in shock. THANK YOU for reading my blog. It means a lot to me to share this journey with all of you. 
Hello to all the new Sparkies. I am backed up on responding due to my son's graduation and Mother's Day Weekend. I want to thank each of you personally and welcome new friend additions anytime. :)
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 5/6/2016
LOVE the alert I just received!!!
: I LOVE the alert that just popped up!!
: Celebrating the Women who have touched my life. Happy Mother's Day!
is motivated to make this a GREAT week!!
I am on CLOUD nine today. I just attended a Teacher Award Ceremony. (I won a grant for science equipment for my classroom). My two besties and my hubby were able to attend with me. So thrilling!!
EXTREME HAPPINESS ALERT!! I am SQUEALING with delight! Today happens to be MY Friday. I am taking off of work tomorrow with my honey for the weekend. I am already mentally packed and ready to go!!!
is traveling this weekend. We could use a few prayers for safety on the roads. Thanks !! Have a great weekend everyone !! Xoxoxo
is having a FANTASTIC day!! Went for a long walk in nature this morning. Great healthy breakfast (despite the buffet!) and a spa massage. Heaven!
is trying to stay calm. It's only Tuesday. Fair warning: the full moon is supposed to be this weekend, but ti think its already here crazy-wise.
is trying to stay calm. It's only Tuesday. Fair warning: the full moon is supposed to be this weekend, but I think its already here crazy-wise.
I can't wait for this weekend!!!!!!
Wishing you a VERY Happy Friday!!
day 175 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 5/21/2016
is celebrating this weekend !!
is Wishing You a Terrific Tuesday!!
day 175 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 5/25/2016
is thrilled that TODAY is my Friday. Nice 4-Day weekend ahead!
Have a JOYFUL day!!
is enjoying nature today. Dolphins, birds, alligators. JOY!!
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 5/31/2016
Squeeze the life out of TODAY!!!
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 6/2/2016
is GLOWING today! My students are learning the science of Glowsticks!
I can almost see the finish line for the school year. I'm SO ready for the break. 
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 6/10/2016
Enjoying the first Monday of Summer Break !!!
is celebrating!! I reached LEVEL 14 today!!!
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 6/14/2016
Celebrating my 200th day here!!
So grateful for another year. Glad y'all are an important part of my life!! 
Need to get BACK on course..... End of school, vacation, birthday, bathroom remodeling, etc...have all contributed to me falling out of my routine. Time to refocus!
day 207 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 6/22/2016
Time to get Moving!!! Who's with me??!!
is SPARKING today!
is celebrating June progress!
Happy Tuesday, y'all !! Today I challenge you to do a little more physical activity. Take a few more steps. Walk and sweat a little more. Keep going. I'm rooting for you all !!
is taking care of business!!
Hello, July !! 
wishes you a GREAT Independence Day!
Have a Groovy Tuesday!
On cloud nine!! I was able to shadow some Sea Turtle Research scientists this morning. I learned so much!
day 225 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 7/10/2016
Sunrise on the beach. Waiting for the Blue Angels. Pensacola Beach. 
Spent the day with NOAA researchers. Bucket List item !!!
is dealing with post-very-active-trip hibernation. 
Good morning! Make it a great day !!
is tryign new SparkTv exercises indoors. It's HOT outside!
is trying new-to-me SparkTv exercises. It's too hot to go outside!
Enjoy your day!!!
Enjoy every moment, my friends!!!
day 250 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 8/8/2016
Bought new shoes to celebrate 250+ days on Sparkpeople. Celebrate your journey !!!
Made it through an entire work day without caffeine. Proud of myself !! I felt quite peaceful and less agitated. I'm focusing on sleep quality right now (I'm caffeine sensitive). 
Had such a GREAT day today!!! Back in the classroom setting up. Six former students came to help me. Accomplished a LOT !!
So excited!!!! Last "hurrah" of the summer begins NOW! Hubby is taking us on a Keys trip. 
Up early to watch the sunrise and the wildlife in the Florida Keys. 
Proud of myself for NOT ordering French fries!!
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 8/13/2016
Have a BEAUTIFUL day! ( I took this bird photo yesterday in Key West)
*Challenge: Savor the beauty you see today.* This cute iguana might have been doing just that. This pic was taken behind our hotel Friday night. :-)
Having a blast attending an exciting science teacher workshop today. (Project Learning Tree). It's all nature-related. My favorite !
Thankful for a productive day. I did my shoulder rehab stretches and icing. Thanks to all of you for helping me with ideas and "kicks in the pants". I sincerely appreciate all of you! 
Started today with a rainbow sighting. It was a beautiful morning filled with love. Out celebrating hiubby's birthday tonight. :-)
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 8/18/2016
A word of encouragement for anyone and everyone. Take a deep breath. You can do this. 
Savoring this beautiful day under the tiki. Swam with schools of fishies, too. Squeezing as much joy as I can out of this weekend!!
Tomorrow is the big day. Nervous and excited. Praying all goes smoothly. 
I survived the first day ! Here's my butterfly shirt and earrings. Ms. Frizzle from the Magic Schoolbus is my inspiration ! 
Feeling pretty awesome here! I was able to take a walk on my work break. Focusing on keeping myself calm and peaceful during this first week of school. 
Hallelujah! Survived the first week of school! I love my students!!
Enjoy this day!!!!
This is a baby sea turtle that we released on the day I rode along with the Sea Turtle Researchers. 
Guinea turaco (Tauraco persa)
I took this pic at the Key West Butterfly Conservatory.
day 275 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 8/29/2016
Today I CHOOSE to the JOYFUL.Have a MARVELOUS MONDAY!!
Today I CHOOSE to be JOYFUL. Have a MARVELOUS MONDAY!! ;)
YAHOOO!!! Level 15 today!!!
Wishing you a Wonderful Wednesday!!
Counting down right now..... C'mon weekend !!!
day 3 of my streak for "Consume at least 8 cups of water per day." earned 9/1/2016
day 275 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 9/2/2016
Hallelujah!!!
Could you please help me with a few prayers? Multiple issues happening right now in my life and in the lives of those I love. Thanks very much. 
Have a beautiful day!!!
is read for Spa & Tiki on the Beach! Mental Health Break!! (P.S. This is one of those off-season all-day bargain deals!!)
is ready for Spa & Tiki Day on the Beach! Mental Health Break!! (P.S. This is one of those off-season all-day bargain deals!!)
Have a Blessed Sunday!! Renew, Relax, Refresh, Recharge. I'm setting goals and intentions for the coming week. What are yours?
Let's do this !!!
Today I challenge you to step outside, even for a few moments, and get a good look at nature. I'm going to take a walk on my work break. 
"Just Keep moving". Here's a Ruddy Turnstone modeling how that's done.... Enjoy your day, Sparkies!!
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 9/14/2016
is having a stressful day. My college-aged daughter (future veterinarian) was bitten in the face by a dog today. Five stitches to her mouth area. Thank Goodness it wasn't worse. Arrrggghhhh....
Let's Git R Done!
day 5 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 9/20/2016
is waiting patiently for Friday to arrive......HURRY UP!
I will stay calm and positive today. If anything or anyone tries to steal my joy, I shall break out in song..... LOUDLY. 
Big day !! Thank you, fellow Sparkies for all the support and encouragement. Keep it coming!! :)
day 3 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 10/2/2016
is savoring the beauty of this day!
Island Hopping today. It's beautiful. Aiming for 10,000 steps today. 
The endangered key deer population in the Florida Keys is under threat from an invasive screwworm that has led to the death of dozens in recent weeks. We normally see a ton of deer... not this time. 
is VERY ready for a trip to the mountains. Looking for waterfalls, fall leaves, pretty scenery. This may be grown son's last vacation with us before he leaves home.
Mountain Climbing, Exploring, and relaxing. 
is dealing with a dead cellphone today. Strange how we humans are so attached to technology. I wonder what like without a phone would look like today.
Looking forward to challenging myself this week. Let's do this !!
BIG SMILE !!!
Wishing you a Terrific Tuesday filled with JOY! 
Whatcha got planned for the weekend? 
Choose activities that make your heart HAPPY. 
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 10/30/2016
is setting new goals for this week. What are yours?
Ready for a wacky day with my schoolchildren. 
Today is "Take Care Tuesday". Getting my bloodwork numbers checked at Drs. Hope my efforts have made a difference in the numbers. 
Thankful Thursday. I am grateful for all the wonderful Sparkies!!
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 11/5/2016
Enjoying "ME TIME" this weekend. 
Up early to watch the sunrise at the beach. Benefits of an extra hour. Gratitude. Have a blessed Sunday.
Have a really great week!!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday !!!
day 350 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 11/16/2016
Have a Fabulous Friday!!
Have a beautiful day!! Treat yourself well! 
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 11/20/2016
May your day be filled with abundant love and happiness!
Hallelujah !!!
I am thankful for YOU, fellow SparkPeople!! 
day 362 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 11/24/2016
day 362 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 11/24/2016
Take care of yourself today. You are worth it. 
day 365 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 11/27/2016
Keep moving forward. Be kind to yourself. 
Make it a great day !!!
Please pray for my friend who will have an appt with surgical oncologist THURSDAY. Thanks everyone. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
day 365 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/1/2016
day 365 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/1/2016
day 365 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/1/2016
day 365 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/1/2016
day 365 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/1/2016
Empty beach to myself. December in Florida. Just birds.....and jellyfish. 
My friend goes for a PET scan in the morning. Thanks for your prayers. 
day 375 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 12/7/2016
Hallelujah! What a looney week!!
Twenty four years ago, I gave birth to this little boy. I cannot believe how fast time flies. 
Wednesday Wish: I wish you great JOY and Happiness today.
is taking care of myself during this stressful season. I encourage you to do the same. XOXOXO
Waiting for Friday 3:30 to arrive.........
One. More. Day..........
Counting down the minutes........ break starts at 3:30 pm
Wishing Everyone a VERY Happy and HEALTHY 2017 !! (I took this sunset pic in the Everglades last night)
Big Medical test today. Please pray for me. Thanks!
Happy Thursday!!!
Wishing you all the best for 2017 !!
Excited for the New Year. Let's get organized and motivated!! 
day 400 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 1/1/2017
This feels pretty good !!!
Woke up to see this. Man, I need to write more. Maybe that's a missing/weak element in my journey. There is something about committing thoughts/goals to "paper"......
is feeling very blessed today.
I was able to walk away from this bakery...... the ice cream aisle was another story. 
Nature adventure on Captiva & Sanibel Islands. Lots of walking (with my camera) and plenty of healthy food choices. Seafood and veggies. :)
Have a great day! Here's a recent scene from our birdwatching adventure at Ding Darling Nat'l Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island. 
First day back to school.... Fire Drill during first class....of course...Lost my voice by lunch time... YIKES! 
Talking myself into having a terrific Tuesday!! Let's do this !!
is starting a nice long 4-day weekend! Hallelujah!
Trying hard to stay on the right path. #JustKeepSparking
What makes you instantly smile? What makes you happy to be alive? For me, one of the things I truly enjoy is seeing animals in the wild. This baby gator is just about 18 inches long. 
Survived taking s bus load of 7th grades to the Everglades. Canoeing & Slogging through the muck. Glutton for punishment. Fun !!
Take extra good care of your feet, friends! (I thought everything was ok until yesterday). I ended up having the doctor remove an ingrown toenail today. What an unexpected experience. Yikes! 
is very EXCITED!! Heading to a Birding/Wildlife Festival for the week! Can't wait to learn more info to share with my science students!! :)
Lifelong Dream came true! We saw a Florida Panther in the wild. It crossed the gravel path several yards in front of our vehicle. 
Saw a bald Eagle and several bottlenose dolphins today. Wild adventures. Having a great time. Lots of hiking to take pics. 
Saw today: four river otters playing and hunting, bald eagle momma on her nest, red-bellied woodpecker momma feeding her babies, white pelicans, hooded mergansers, etc. What a great day!!!
day 425 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/30/2017
Took my science students on a nature walk today !!! 
is awaiting 3:30 PM......
Beautiful day on the beach doing some scientific research. 
Spa/Beach Tiki Day. Massage, Facial, Mimosa, Lobster Tacos. Unwinding and distressing today. Grateful! 
Lots of nature hiking today with the Master Naturalist class. Learning a lot about plants, nature, etc. 
Today, I tried my first spiralized veggie. It was spiral sweet potato. Nuked it for a few minutes at work. Yum! I will have the butternut squash tomorrow. I bought them ready-made from Whole Foods. 
Ready for some outdoor adventures!!
Cave Diving with my daughter today!! Loved the stalactites and the bats. Checked off another bucket list item. :)
Looking for my motivation. Where'd it go ???
is enjoying a new-to-me snack. It's a sesame rice cracker. I put little slices of avocado on it..
day 450 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 2/24/2017
Having a sweaty fun day watching wildlife. Been walking for over three hours so far .... Roseate Spoonbill in the tree. 
day 3 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/25/2017
day 5 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/27/2017
I love my Sparkfriends!! Thank you all for the daily inspiration and comic relief that is so necessary on this journey. YOU are awesome!!
Make today AWESOME!!!!!!!
Make it a great day !!!!!
Walking and shooting the scenery. Exercise !
Oh, man. The scale is NOT pleasant today. I saw a shocking number that will hopefully motivate me to turn around!!!
Hang in there !! 
Too cold to walk outside ? Turn on an indoor walk routine video and start marching! Go !!!
You can do this !!! I love you, SparkPeople !!! 
day 475 of my streak for "Log in to SparkPeople every day" earned 3/17/2017
Warning !! Danger!! Free donuts at a grand opening. Yikes !!!
Heading to the Spa and Beach today. Distress. Unwind. 
Spent today here.... zzzzzz
day 475 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 3/21/2017
On the road again.....
Free healthy breakfast at the hotel: oatmeal, almond slivers, and a variety of fresh fruit. More fruit for a snack later, too! 
I am not feeling well. Allergies have been killing me. Taking Rx. This illness business is throwing me off track. Arrrggghhh!!!
Here's the suspended canopy bridge located in Myakka River State Park. What a view!
Enjoy your day !!!!!
Fresh Start! What's YOUR goal for this coming week?
Just a reminder that you are LOVED!! Thank you for helping others on this journey of life!.
day 494 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 4/9/2017
day 494 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 4/9/2017
is enjoying SPRING BREAK!!
Let's roll !!
Taking the bull by the horns! I finally bought a fitness/heart rate tracker. It's been couple of years since I've had one. I picked one that was compatible with the SparkPeople app. Fingers crossed!
is CELEBRATING!! Just reached Level 16 !!! 
Ready to seize the day !!!!
Happy Monday !!!!
day 510 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 4/25/2017
is having a Terrific Tuesday!!
I'm enjoying the various challenges of my fitness tracking device. Today, so far, I have climbed 10 flights of stairs and hit 7,000 steps.... all before dinner !! 
Pampering Myself today!!! Massage, Facial, then a tiki Hut on the beach. #BargainHunter #TreatingMyselfRight
On this morning's walk around the golf course, a family of seven Sandhill Cranes appeared. ❤️❤️
Enjoying nature today !!!!!
day 523 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 5/8/2017
day 527 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 5/12/2017
Five hour nature hike today !! Exhausted !!!
is ready for a long weekend!!!
day 557 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 6/11/2017
Today is a "take the bull by the horns" kind of day. In need of a total program reboot. I'm adding a physical journey on this leg of the journey. Have a productive day !!!
day 574 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 6/28/2017
Treated myself to a Spa Day ! Excellent ending for a productive back-on-track week !
It's Monday! Let's go!!!
Enjoying a change of scenery for brunch. 
Healthy snacks for the road trip !!
Challenge: Squeeze as much JOY as you can out of this day!! 
What's for breakfast ??
day 596 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 7/20/2017
What's for dinner ?
Hit 10,000 steps three times this week. Walked all over Key West!! Progress !!
I had the MOST exciting BEST "first week of school" of my entire career. I'm not in the classroom anymore. I'm the new librarian ! I'm definitely on my feet more but my steps tracker is happier!!
First Day back to school after hurricane Irma. I'm not ready for this.
day 682 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 10/15/2017
day 682 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 10/15/2017
day 686 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 10/18/2017
Welcome to a new week. Make it great!!
Starting to automate my breakfast again. A good solid breakfast sets the stage for a day of good choices. Telling myself NO to fast food drive-thru isn't easy but it's worth it! 
Every day, take some time to go to your "happy place", even if it is in your mind. 
day 715 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 11/16/2017
Hello, Weekend !!!
Chicken salad with fried green tomatoes. Hash -A-Go-Go in Orlando, FL. Oh my ! Best I've ever tasted. Will be hiking today to work this off !
Have a great day !!!
day 744 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 12/15/2017
Busy weekend. Got lots of steps in !!
Here's me dressed up as "The Ladybug Girl" in the school library. I love wearing costumes to work!
Scuba diving in the Florida Keys.
Sunset on the pier ~ Naples, FL.
Feeling the lactic acid burn after yesterday’s class at the gym! Ow.
is loving the way my body feels when I eat healthy food and get plenty of exercise.
day 771 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/11/2018
BIG DAY !!!Ohhh what a feeling !!! Been looking forward to this level for a lonnnnng time !!! I love SparkPeople !!!
50,000 feels really good! Proud of myself for not quitting! Thanks, SparkPeople!!
Had a relaxing day on the beach yesterday. It’s back to colder weather today. 
day 75 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 1/14/2018
day 774 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/14/2018
Have a wonderful Wednesday !!!
is celebrating! 3 lbs down!
Proud moment! I made my own dinner tonight: ground turkey, plain pearled cous cous , broccoli florets, and a little bit of sprinkled Parmesan cheese for flavor.
Typical day.... Just a Florida girl taking a walk. Pointing out the alligators along the path. That’ll make you walk fast. Lol.
Have a fabulous Friday !!
Just a little excited for the weekend....
Guess who made a healthy selection at Panera! Proud of myself.
Ready for adventure today!!!
Heading to Disney’s AK for today’s adventure. Walk walk walk. 
day 785 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 1/25/2018
TGIF!!! Make it Sparkle !!!
Went for a long walk in the wilderness today. Took lots of photos and tracked my steps. Great weather. ❤️
What are your goals for today? this week? 
I think I can..... I think I can .....
is patiently working my way through this lonnnnnggg week.
Don’t forget to LOVE today. ❤️
is ready for the weekend. This will be me tomorrow!!
Massage & Facial complete. Got a rain check on the beach day due to rain. More time to shop for new exercise shoes. Staying positive. 
Choose to love today. 
A berry delicious breakfast..... steel cut oatmeal, raspberries, and Strawberries.
is aiming for success today!
day 800 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 2/9/2018
day 800 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 2/9/2018
day 100 of my streak for "Exercise for at least 10 minutes per day" earned 2/9/2018
Favorite photo from yesterday’s birding trip! 
had a beautiful time on Sanibel Island.
Happy Valentine’s Day & Blessed Ash Wednesday to all that observe. May it be a meaningful day of love and reflection. 
is starting the weekend NOW.
Peaceful view. On the road again...
Enjoying the change of scenery and temperature. Visiting with family. 
Good news from knee doctor. I’m ok to start back to the gym to work on knee therapy exercises with the trainer. Progress!!
I grocery shopped last night and iced my knee. I’m ready to get back on track. No excuses. 
Aloha !! 
day 818 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 2/27/2018
Healthy homemade breakfast – steel cut oats, bananas, blueberries, sliced almonds.
Heading to Flamingo Bay today. It’s the southernmost tip of the Florida peninsula. Looking for wildlife.
Crazy busy with Book Fair this week. My knee is feeling better. My exercises are helping. I’m feeling good !!
day 835 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 3/16/2018
Happy St. Patrick's Day!!
Having a difficult time. Got sidetracked by travel/change of routine and still trying to recover from the knee sprain. Arrggghh
Getting back on track. Knee is much improved. Nature photography and walking today. Lots of great sightings. 
Lots of walking in the Everglades. Counted about sixty gators today. 
is enjoying Mommy-Daughter time with my girl. 
Here’s a sweet little baby alligator. Everglades hike!
Proud of myself. We are traveling. I made myself walk a few laps around a rest stop parking lot to keep up my daily steps. I used the hotel treadmill last night, too. No excuses! 
I needed this today!
This!
Some inspiration for today. 
Proud of myself for doing a .25 lap at the rest stop in the blazing heat. The rest stop has been renovated and has nice sidewalks that wrap all the way around now.
day 928 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 6/17/2018
Celebrating my birthday by hiking all over the Florida Keys. ❤️❤️🐞
Driving across the country to see the National Parks. Walking. Walking. Walking. Having a blast. Tracking my food. Seeing lots of muscle definition already, right??? Lol
day 942 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 7/1/2018
Enjoying snow in July!! Glacier National Park. NW Montana. Hike. Hike. Hike. 
Hello from Colorado! Day 23 of our cross-country adventure.
day 973 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 8/1/2018
Proud of myself for hitting the “reset” button. I’m on day three of “honest” tracking reboot. The scale is moving already in the right direction. I spent a few minutes prepping foods last night. I was congratulating myself while chopping. Thank yourself for the effort!! You deserve it!!
Year 17 of Fulltime Teaching. Year2 as a K-8 Media Specialist. Having a blast!!
day 1000 of my streak for "Track food or water" earned 8/28/2018
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