Positive Thinking

Walking the Walk

Sophie's First Day

IKEA and Thoughts on Cheap Food
I visited IKEA, Shaumberg, IL today. We arrived right around lunch time and headed straight for the restaurant. Todd was excited about meatballs. I was excited about dessert (since I'm not eating meat this year). We marveled over the cheapness of the food ($15 for the two of us) and wondered (once again) h

Sugar Addiction
Sugar makes my stomach hurt... Why, oh why did I have that piece of cake? (Because it was in the hallway and I am addicted to sugar.)Per "The End of Overeating," I need some cognitive behavioral therapy such as repeating to myself: "This will make me feel sick."It's good to be back in the blogosphere!Peace.

Taking an Internet Fast
I like the Internet. I think it's really cool how it allows people from across the world to connect in seconds (or less). However, at this point in time, I have a strong feeling that I should take a month break from this virtual world and do some more living in the physical world.What I'm thinking here is no r

Everyday Efficiency (or I Need Help)
One of my favorite mental activities is to think of ways that I can be more efficient in my everyday tasks. I'm not sure if this is normal or not (I'm thinking not...). Regardless, I find great pleasure in finding a new process that shaves a few seconds off of any routine.For example, my evening bathroom routine

September Donations (and related Books)
I recently read the book "Inquiries into the Nature of Slow Money" by Woody Tash. This book is all about investing in sustainable agriculture and food companies as if good and healthy food matters. It's an inspiring and fairly dense b