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Focusing On Everyday Gratitude

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I think we all have that friend who constantly has a smile on their face, even if the world feels like it’s ending. It’s just easy for them to remain cheerful, and they stay positive no matter what life throws at them. I have a few of these special people in my life, and when I’m around them I always find myself wondering – how is this possible? What kind of magical powers do they possess? I’m naturally more of a negative/pessimistic person, so I’m in awe of these kinds of people. They can remain grounded and happy, even when we’re in the same crappy situation – like they see the glass half full while I stress about how it’s half empty. Whomp whomp.  So, what’s their secret? Well, the more I learn about myself (and listen to podcasts and read hippy-dippy books), the most I realize it’s simply gratitude ! People who possess this awesome sustained happiness are grateful for the good that they have in their lives, no matter how small. Because they are happy with what they already have

Mark’s Resistance Band Workout at Home

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I hear people say all the time they don’t work out because they can’t make it to the gym or they don’t have the right equipment. Or (the big one)…they don’t have time. As someone who’s always on-the-go, I know I have to make my workouts fit my lifestyle. For me, that means having options I can do anywhere with minimal equipment and a short time investment. This “Road Warrior” workout is exactly that. If you have a resistance band (you can pick a set at Amazon for under $20 easily) and a floor, you’re set. It’s the ultimate do anywhere, no excuses routine. Check it out. Resistance Band Pull-Apart Warm-Up (Front and Back) Do 10 pulls behind the head. Do 10 in front. Side Delt Raises Stepping on the middle of the resistance band with one foot, pull the handles up at your sides. Do 10 raises. Front Delt Raises Keeping your foot on the band, this time pull the handles up in front of your body. Do 10 raises. Air Squats Step your feet shoulder-width apart. Keeping your back s

Maternity Clothes Must Haves

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I’m sorry to be posting this for all of you who are not pregnant and/or have zero interest in maternity clothes! But for the sake of everyone this might apply to now and in the next year or so, I felt the need to share. Must-have lists have always been super helpful to me as I’ve embarked on each pregnancy, whether we’re talking clothes, baby gear, or other things women swear by. The following are the staples I have lived in for the past 7ish months. I made this video on Instagram Stories a few weekends ago that pretty much sums up all my favorites into one tidy clip. Assuming many of you missed it, here it is!     And here are the items mentioned in the video: Super awesome lightweight shorts (I have these in four colors) Full-panel running shorts (actually from Old Navy, not GAP as I said in the video) Favorite T-shirts and layering tanks are by GAP Pure Body  line. These are my favorite jeans from Target that do not fall down and have a cross-back low panel These ar

20 Back To School Lunch Ideas For Kids

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These 20 back to school lunch ideas for kids are sure to keep those lunchboxes interesting this year! As parents, the whole “back to school” thing can really be a double edged sword. It’s great to … Read more → from The Gracious Pantry https://ift.tt/2M8j5RF