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Running A Half Marathon

I have had a love/hate relationship with running. I am also not what some would consider a “traditional runner.” I ONLY like to run outside when it’s sunny outside and NO chance of rain or wind. I also don’t mind running on the treadmill. It’s perfect for my multi-tasking self because I can watch tvRead More

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8 Cities I Love in California

I lived in California for almost 4 years. It has been the longest place I have lived in 15 years. The last time I lived somewhere longer was when I lived in Des Moines. I lived in Des Moines from 2003-2009. Each time I am in a new city, I try and do and seeRead More

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Sports Bucket List

I haven’t always loved sports! It wasn’t until I was an adult that I got really into them. it’s kinda funny sometimes when I talk sports with my friends because I shock myself with how much I know and in what detail. It doesn’t help that I have worked and been behind the scenes inRead More

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6 months of home ownership – August to January

We closed on our first home in late January. When we sent in our offer we did a 60-day close. I really wish we would have done a 45-day close. We were so ready to move out of the apartment. At first, it was so amazing, but then it wasn’t anymore. I did a postRead More

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4 on 4 – January 2023

Here’s the first 4 on 4 on Friday for 2023! It’s where I share 4 random things about myself or that I am loving. This month is all about my goals and what I want to accomplish this year. This is the 4 on 4 January 2023 Edition. I35 Challenge I have decided that IRead More

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5 Fitness Questions Answered

Here’s to another 5 fitness questions answered about fitness, wellness, and nutrition. I really love doing these because there is so much information out there. I have said this several times when I was teaching in person. Fitness is just like law. You can find information to support or contradict what you are looking for.Read More

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Things I’m Doing More Of

I did a post a while back of things I am doing less of. Things that I don’t want to, but now I want to do things I’m doing more of. There is so much that I want to do more of because lately, I feel like I have been settling or just getting back.Read More

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Make Money While Working Out

Motivation will never come. If you are waiting for motivation to work out you’ll be waiting forever. When I start training new clients, I ask what motivates them. How do they like to be rewarded? I had one client who wanted to lose 100+ pounds. They wrote down small goals and big goals with aRead More

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Travel Trips Planned in 2023

I have always loved to travel. I love to explore and find hidden gems. When I take pictures I love to take pictures from so many different views because it changes the perspective. It changes my thinking. Travel is much more than seeing things. It’s getting outside my comfort zone and seeing something different thanRead More

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Goals for 2023

I am obsessed with goal setting. I love setting goals and working back to create steps to hit those goals. Planning and organization are 2 of my strengths. In the past, I would set monthly goals to reach my goals by December. Essentially breaking it down into smaller more manageable pieces. It got very repetitiveRead More

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Route 66 Welcome Center in Conway, MO I loved thi Route 66 Welcome Center in Conway, MO

I loved this picnic benches were made into popular places on Missouri’s Route 66.
# Peoria Area Farmers Market List Monday - Peori # Peoria Area Farmers Market List

Monday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria

Tuesday

- Morton: June 4 - August - from 3:30 pm until 6:30 pm - 225 E. Jefferson St., Morton
- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria

Wednesday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Junction City: May 24th - ? - 3pm to 6pm -
- Sheridan: May 1 - September - from 3 pm until 6 pm - 3827 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria, situated outside of Relics and Sheridan Nursery.

Thursday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Pekin: June 6 - August 29 - from 330pm to 630pm -551 S. 14th St., Pekin, in the Miller Center parking lot
- Pekin Fall Market: Two fall markets will also be held − Sept. 12 and Oct. 10
- 3rd THURSDAY ONLY - May 16th, June 20th, July 18th & August 15th - 3pm to 7pm -

Friday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- East Peoria: June 7 - August 30th - from 4pm to 7pm - 396 W. Washington St., East Peoria

Saturday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Peoria Downtown - May 18 - Sept. 28 -  8 a.m. until 12pm - 212 SW Water St., Peoria, in the River Station parking lot.
- Germantown Hills: June 1 - Oct 26 - from 9am to 1pm - Germantown Hills Crossing
- Metamora: June 1 - September - from 8am to Noon - 113 E. Partridge St., Metamora

Sunday
Glow Wild at the @therealpeoriazoo Dates: Friday Glow Wild at the @therealpeoriazoo 
Dates: Friday - Sundays until April 27
Time: 5:30p-9:30p

We got there around 6:30pm, and didn’t leave until 9:15pm. The website says the walk will take about an hour, but you can go at your own pace. There are so many lanterns in each animal exhibit.

We started going through the Asian Trail, there was year of animals. The Africa section was my favorite, but I am not going to tell you why. But it was a nice surprise, and I was way too excited.

There were hands on activities throughout the zoo, but by the time we got to some of the areas it was closed.
-make your lantern
-paint rocks to be placed around the zoo
-tattoos
-music each night

🎟️Tickets:
Advance Online: Adults $19.95 | Kids $13.95
At the Door: Adults $25 | Kids $15
What are your “musts” when traveling? Let me k What are your “musts” when traveling? Let me know in the comments! 

These are the things I always have when I travel: (arrow down)

1. Spare credit card/bank card - I typically bring this, but before my last trip my regular bank card got hacked. Now I make sure to always have 2 cards with me. 
2. Portable charge/power banks - I have a charger that I keep in my car all the time. It's a 4 in 1 charger, but I also have portable charge that I keep in my bag. It has come in handy more times that I can count for me and other people. 
3. Reusable water bottle - I have my Stanley when I am driving. While I am hiking I use either a water bladder or a hydroflask. 
4. Reusable Bags - My favorite is the Mary Kay roll up bag. It has 4 plastic bags that holds everything I need for my morning/evening routine and shower time. 
5. Books - I will most always have a physical book along with my kindle app. I love to read. During my hikes I stop throughout for snacks and reading. 
6. Wet Wipes - My favorite is HyperGo because they have so many different scents. They are also 12x12 so usually 1 works for the whole body. 

In the reel - Things I won't travel without

Caption - What are your travel musts? let me know in the comments because I am going to compile a list and share later. 

Here are mine:

portable charger - I have a small bag where I keep all my cords & portable chargers. 

spare credit card - 

iPad - I have everything on there. books. writing. 

snacks -

reusable water bottle 

headphones -
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