Priceless Comfort
August 19, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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Many of us desire a connection to our family’s past, especially as we age and say goodbye to another generation. It brings us comfort and a feeling of belonging. It gives us clues to our identity.
For some of us, the draw begins early. I was always fascinated by my grandmother’s old photos. I loved snuggling up with her on the [...]
Sweet Escape
August 4, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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I watched out the window as we made our final approach into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport late Saturday night. I struggled to see the familiar landmarks due to the thick haze blanketing the lights on the ground. The woman sitting next to me, anxious about making her connecting flight to Los Angeles, said she thought [...]
Read More...97 Days (and Ways) to Play
July 16, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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Last Saturday night, after the kids were in bed, I decided to head to McDonald’s for an ice cream. So what? It was a craving. Anyway, as I flipped on the light at the front door, I caught a glimpse of something black and ropelike lying just beyond my potted plants. It was a snake. I caught my breath, [...]
Read More...Fit, Fab, and (Not Quite) 40 – Pt. 6
July 11, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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I’m now entering month 4 of getting fit (I was already fab to begin with!), and things are a changin’…
James, my personal trainer, has stepped up our workouts. As if increasing the weight and reps wasn’t enough, now he has me jump on a bike and cycle in between sets. That’s right, he pushes that bike around [...]
Wading in the Shallows
June 27, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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The Internet was just beginning to gain wide popularity in 1996 when I started library school. Many wondered why I was even bothering when it was obvious that the end of the public library was near. Why would we need books anymore when we had the Internet? I’m happy to report that public libraries are [...]
Read More...Fit, Fab, and (Not Quite) 40 – Pt. 5
June 14, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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Now that I’ve got my exercise routine down, I’m starting to concentrate more on my eating habits which aren’t the best. I picked up a great little book at the library called, Doctor’s Orders: 101 Medically Proven Tips for Losing Weight by Kent Sasse, MD (360 Publishing, 2009).
Some of my favorite tips from Dr. Sasse [...]
PTCRC’s Summer Series
June 12, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle – for both adults and kids. Inactive kids become inactive adults, who then develop a high risk for coronary artery disease and the like. As adults we need to set a good example by being physically active ourselves and providing plenty of opportunities for our kids [...]
Read More...Hair, Hemlines and Husbands
June 6, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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As a college educated woman who has been in the work force for over seventeen years, I’m still amazed by the harsh judgment of women based on the superficial.
If you were bothered by the treatment of women candidates during the presidential election of 2008, I highly recommend you read Anne Hornblut’s Notes from the Cracked Ceiling: Hillary Clinton, [...]
Water Your Mind – READ
May 25, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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“Water Your Mind—READ” is this summer’s theme for adults at the Peachtree City Public Library. Read a new genre, join a book discussion, attend a program on container gardening and more. The 2010 Summer Reading Program is open to adults ages 18 and older, with programs, prizes, and book discussions. The adult program will run concurrently [...]
Read More...Fit, Fab, and (Not Quite) 40 – Pt. 4
May 18, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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I did it. I finally made it through an entire hour of spin class.
Spin, or indoor cycling, uses specialized stationary bikes designed to mimic outdoor riding. Each bike is equipped with a knob that the rider uses to adjust the tension during the workout. Typically you start out with light tension and work your way higher. Some [...]
Fit, Fab, and (Not Quite) 40 – Pt. 3
May 5, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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This week marks week seven of the new healthier me. It seemed like a good time to reflect and think about how I got here in the first place. After all, I didn’t gain weight overnight.
When I first started dating my husband in 1998, I was at a healthy weight and BMI. Then, over a two [...]
Explore Line Creek Nature Area
April 25, 2010 by Jill Prouty
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If you follow my blog – especially my series ”Fit, Fab, and (Not Quite) 40″ – you know I’ve been spending a lot of time at the gym. Now that spring is finally here I’ve been looking for ways our family can exercise together and enjoy the great outdoors at the same time. Need another reason to [...]
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