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
Category: Healthy Living
Quality of life matters to me. I do what I can to maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle.
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In yesterday’s post, I shared a particular moment with my son showing his grandmother a compelling video of the harmful effects of cigarette smoking. Tailor is on a mission to help her win the war against tobacco addiction and, from the back seat, I am cheering him on. Who am I to tell my son to leave his grandmother…
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“Grandchildren complete life’s circle of love.” For the fall semester, my 14-year-old has a freshman health class. Tailor’s class is learning about the harmful effects of smoking cigarettes. Nothing is more convincing than graphic images that show the deterioration of the human body. After dinner today he knocked on his grandmom’s bedroom door. “Grandmom, can I…
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Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. – George Bernard Shaw Only two days after arriving in Georgia, I was giddy with excitement. We found ourselves walking around in amazement at Avalon in Alpharetta. Honey child!! I was flippin’ happier than a pig in… Well, you know…
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This tall glass of water looks refreshing, right? Well, it’s not. Pardon my language but it’s bullshit! Don’t be hoodwinked by the appearance of anything. If I come across as annoyed. I am. One sip and I knew I screwed up. Big time! Sweeter than fruit juice. Like really disgusting. The artificial sweetener…
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Today, between 3 O’clock this afternoon and 5 p.m., I danced around to my favorite tunes. While dancing, I took to the kitchen and cooked two meals. One for my family (hubby, our 14-year-old son, and G’mom Dynamite) and one for me. The purpose of this post is to demonstrate that cooking doesn’t have to…
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Man I have to tell you guys, today is the mother of all days!! It’s monumental! For real! As I write this post, I’m ridding in the front seat of a rental with two very special passengers in the back seat. My mother. My aunt Miriam. What makes this day super duper…
Health & Wellness by Lexa's Journal 