Monthly Archives: April 2006

During some laundry folding time yesterday here at the Ebert Estate, I started watching the new version of Pride and Prejudice. Later that night after the kids went to bed, I finished it. As a loyal fan of the A&E/BBC … Continue reading →

I decided to experiment with the new Body Glow self tanner stuff. I purchased the Jergins brand and like it a lot. Last summer after being told I could not sunbathe or fake-n-bake, I tried using a regular tanning lotion … Continue reading →

I’m actually making progress! I think. I have been pushing myself really hard to get into running and re-establish my 5 a.m. workouts. I have been going and progressing the minutes that I run. I started at 5 minute intervals … Continue reading →

Yeah! I am so proud of myself. I took off 5 minutes from last years time. I ended up with a 1 hour 27 minutes 30seconds. I was so happy to break the 1 1/2 hour mark. I ran a … Continue reading →

2 T fat-free mayonnaise2 T 30%-less-fat sour cream2 tsp. chopped fresh dill1 tsp. cider vinegar1/4 tsp. salt6 ounces roasted turkey breast1/2 cup sliced celery1/3 cup halved red seedless grapes1/3 cup chopped Red Delicious apple1/4 cup raisins1 T coarsely chopped walnuts, … Continue reading →

1/2 cup apricot preserves4 tsp. Dijon mustard1 1/2 tsp. dried thyme1 (2-pound) rolled, boned pork loin roastCooking spray 1. Preheat oven to 3502. Combine first 3 ingredients in a bowl; stir well. Brush roast lightly with preserves mixture. Place on … Continue reading →

A while back Sara asked for some healthy recipes, so I’ll post some of my Weight Watchers favorites here. They come from my Weight Watchers Two’s Company recipe book, which in some cases may not feed a larger family unless … Continue reading →

In the February 2006 issue of CitySports Northwest there was a good comprehensive list of upcoming running/walking events, so I’m listing a few (non-Sunday events) here that you may be interested in. Friday, April 28Discovery Walk FestivalVancouver, WAwww.discoverywalk.org Saturday, May … Continue reading →

Man, after reading the last few posts about Ann the Olympian and Sara wanting to get back to the gym soon, I’d feel like a total dork if I completely slacked off. You are all such an inspiration to me! … Continue reading →