Gold Star

Dear Brain,

Tonight I will study who wore what at the Oscar’s over relative risk and randomization and the latest and cute gym hair looks over prevalence. Yes, I love you Public Health, but we need a break.

This afternoon, I took my very first Graduate school exam, a scary thought to me alone in and of itself. Pacing myself for this test was thrown out the window last Monday when we found out the test was going to be on eight chapters, 2 we had not fully covered. I put my game face on along with my war paint. It was me and Epidemiology against the world from last Monday until today.

At noon today, I was home from work and quickly changed into some sweats. Lunch was crunch time. By about 2:30, I reached my full saturation point and decided to chill. I made myself a nice dinner to look forward to for when I came home:

A sweet potato with Chobani Non-fat Plain Greek Yogurt with Amy’s Chile, avocado, and chicken, kale, tomatoes, sunflower seeds, strawberries, pineapple, and raisins.

I also put on an outfit I would feel confident, comfy, and test ready in.

This is my favorite sweater in the whole wide world from the Loft.

I left early from home and arrived to class with plenty of time to settle. When I took my seat, I partook in conversations about being nervous, but my professor was sure to ease our nerves which was definitely comforting. The professors really want the best for their students! I love it! After I finished taking the test, I felt good about all of the hard work I put into studying for it and realized I knew a lot more than I gave myself credit for knowing. I give myself a gold star for getting through my first exam.

What would you give yourself a gold star for today?

Tonight I have a date with my pillow, a book, and my dreams.

Sweet dreams and don’t let the bed begs bite. 🙂

Happy Healthy Monday!

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This week Healthy Monday’s tip is all about SMART goals!

“Revive your Routine

Having a consistent fitness routine is the easiest way to make activity part of your daily life. When

planning your exercise, aim for SMART moves (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, timely):

pick a time, place and activity that fits into your life and stick with it!

Find three places in your schedule this week where you can fit fitness. It may be in the morning,

during your lunch break, before dinner or in the evening. Recommit to these times at the end of the

week, or adjust your work-out schedule if need be.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LP9IFX-Agt4

Ignore where she says Holiday season! Thought this was a great and quick yoga!

A Bond that Never Breaks

Hey everyone! I’d like you to meet my older brother, Chris:

In this picture, he’s in his dream habitat, Costa Rica. Chris is the most calm, cool, and collected person that you’ll ever meet.

We had so much fun growing up together.

Chris was my playmate.

My partner in crime waiting for Santa.

My person to share adventures with always.

Chris, I am looking forward to the ride to come!

Happy Birthday to my amazing brother! Thank you for all you do each and every day!

Happy Birthday to all who are celebrating a Birthday today! Today is your day to shine!

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Make a wish!!

What is one of your Birthday traditions?

I’d like to dedicate the yoga practice I am doing this evening to everyone who is celebrating a Birthday today. The focus of this yoga session is on the hips.

Before I finish, I have to share some exciting news! After the Ivy League nominated me for the The Versatile Blogger Award! You have to check out Meghan’s blog. She rocks! Please look forward to 7 things about me in my next post.

**Breaking News (the good kind of course): This weekend, I am going to a Healthy Food Party at a friend’s home. I have always wanted to go to and do something like this! In my next post, I’ll be sharing what I am making. Please look forward to a recipe with no other than Greek Yogurt!