The Blog
This is where I share lessons I learn on a daily basis as a professional and human who also needs to laugh more.
I hope you can find some inspiration in my words and a connection to your own life.
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Middleridge Park: Fairfax County’s Oasis of Unexpected Green
Alright, nature enthusiasts, squirrel whisperers, and playground crusaders, assemble! Today, we’re trekking through a seemingly-secret playground in Fairfax County: Middleridge Park. Let’s ditch the concrete jungle and embrace the whispering trees, babbling brooks, and…surprisingly aggressive leaves (more on that later). Middleridge Park 5425 Governor Yeardley Dr, Fairfax, VA 22032 Fast Facts Rating 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂 Notes… Read more
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Country Club View Trail: Fairfax County’s Hidden Gem (For Now)
Alright, listen up, nature lovers and pavement pounders! I’m here to spill the beans on a little Fairfax County secret: Country Club View Trail. Now, before you picture manicured greens and snooty golfers, hold on. This ain’t your grandpa’s country club. This is a charming, surprisingly wild little path that’ll have you forgetting you’re even… Read more
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Hiking in a Blizzard with Ducks and Soccer Balls (Oh, and Foxes): Fairfax County First Hike, Woodglen Lake
Okay, gather ’round, fellow adventurers, because I’m here to tell you about the most outrageous, nonsensical hike I’ve ever had the pleasure of experiencing. It’s a tale of frozen toes, feathered friends, and a nearly aquatic soccer ball, all set against the backdrop of a January 1st Fairfax County “snowstorm” that wouldn’t quit. Buckle up,… Read more
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Laughter Yoga FAQs
Why is Laughter Important?Laughter is a natural process that is a unique and valuable human skill. Laughter reduces tension, builds self-esteem, enhances relationships, and feels really good. Benefits of Laughing include:– Reduces heart disease, cholesterol, blood pressure– Natural pain killer, enhances endorphins– Improves breathing– Helps you lose weight, burn calories by simply laughing– Makes for… Read more
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Here’s What to Do With Sleep Advice
Ever get sleep advice that:– You didn’t ask for– You didn’t want– That wasn’t helpful– That was sarcastic– That was a veiled insult– That was a clear insult– That was unrealistic– That was incredibly out of touch Well, my sweet friend, here is your permission to do what is needed with all of that advice: You do… Read more
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Are You Using The Right Night Light
Kids sleep better in dark rooms. Adults sleep better in dark rooms. AND, sometimes we need to be able to see in their bedroom. So, what kind of night lights are best to use? 2 major criteria: 1. Your child has to not hate it. (Some lights are too bright, some make weird shadows, some… Read more