Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal

My mission in life is to not merely survive, but to thrive: and do so with passion, compassion, humor, and style. – Maya Angelou

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An eternal optimist, always wearing a smile. Must haves: sunshine, fitness (jogging, weight training, & CrossFit), reading, good food, writing, music, and fun with family and friends.

Category: Family Living

  • Remote control madness

    Ladies and maybe a few guys!!  Is it me or has the era of remote controls gone crazy? Until recently I had the remote control situation in one room of the house under control.  Whenever I decided to watch my favorite show or just jam to my favorite music while house cleaning, I knew exactly which buttons to…

  • Parents, sit back and enjoy the game!

    Two weeks ago my eight year old started his third season of football. He has moved up from Taxi to the big league of Pee Wee!  Once again, I am amazed at the demands parents continue to place on their kids to be the superstar.   Parents, can we all just sit back and RELAX and enjoy the…

  • A new laundry trend

    I can’t speak for all women, but for many of us, there’s something special about putting on a pair of high heels.  Strapping on your favorite pair of heels has a way of making you feel particularly good.  No, I know what it is!  It’s a cool feeling of sexiness.  That’s it.  Heels instantaneously put a little more…

  • Ecstastic but not surprised

    As a mother of two, I study my children as though I’m preparing for a final exam in college.  Their strengths and their weaknesses are no stranger to me; I may be more aware of their fortitude and vulnerabilities than my own. So recently, when my oldest shared her exciting news with me, I was ecstatic but…

  • Random thought

    While sitting my foot starting itching ridiculously! The itch brought back childhood memories. Mom and her sisters had many sayings or old wives tales to suggest future events. You know, “if your nose itches, someone is talking about you.” “If you drop a fork on the floor, someone is coming to your house hungry.” If…

  • A visit from the tooth fairy

      Recently my eight year old was visited by the tooth fairy.  In exchange for his tooth; he received $5.00. The next morning our son mentioned the tooth fairy’s visit.  “What am I supposed to do with $5.00?  I can’t buy anything with $5.00” he commented to his dad. He spoke earnestly and respectfully. He then…