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Introduction Text May 11, 2019 Originally a Spark member since 2006 I rejoined Spark July 1, 2017 after being away for six years. In those six years I experienced many firsts: a hip replacement which has been a 100% success and game changer, another grandchild (a very dynamic girl), a new house and neighbourhood, the graduation of my daughter from eleven years of veterinary studies, adoption of a plant based diet and sadly the death of my husband. I have now been following a vegan diet for over a year; feel well, energetic and now weigh 120 lbs (+ or - 2). Besides maintaining a one acre property by myself I walk an average of 50 miles per week, lift weights, adhere to a core program with stretching and balance work for strength training. My exercise goal is 120+ minutes daily. GOALS: Short term: increase amount of weight lifted (2-3X weekly) Intermediate: walk at least 3000 miles in 2019, as of Sept. 15 at 2260 miles Long term: plan hiking trip for 2020 and continue downsizing for eventual move to a smaller living situation.

-to maintain my goal weight -challenge my body and mind daily to keep both engaged and healthy -to share ideas and support with other SP members Update, September 1, 2019: -walking goal for 2019 increased to 3000+ miles, with 17+ weeks remaining that equates to 50 miles a week, totally doable -ST every third day for one hour with combined weight lifting and core work, daily 40 minutes of ROM exercise and balance work, daily walks of at least 12km (7.2 miles)

-weight training 2- 3X weekly, upper and lower body with intensive core work WALK, WALK AND MORE WALKING DAILY -total plant based diet -daily reading and gardening year round --active exploration of my community, province, country

I'm a farm kid from Alberta, lived in Ontario for 25 years and have now settled in the Gaspereau Valley of Nova Scotia. I have two adult children and two grandchildren. A cat and a rescue pooch keep me company.

I love to garden. Crosswords and reading keep me busy when the snow flies. Cooking is also a delight- I'm always looking for new ideas for vegan meals. I am passionate about diet and exercise and firmly believe that we do have the power to keep ourselves healthy by eating well and being active.

Add a Link "THERE'S MORE TO LIFE THAN JUST BEING A PASSENGER." (Amelia Earhart) DON'T TAKE LIFE TOO SERIOUSLY- IT'S NOT PERMANENT Each morning say " I will do my best today and strive to do better tomorrow". Each evening say "I did my best today and tomorrow I will do better." A FEEBLE BODY LEADS TO A WEAKENED MIND. WE ARE NEVER AS YOUNG AS WE ARE TODAY! MJ- Atlantic Time Zone Leader of "Move It, Lose It and Love It 2019" and "Weight Warriors 2019 5%
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