by Linda | Aug 15, 2005 | This & That
Wow. I did almost four minutes on the lower body part of the machine, and was really undone afterward. Winded and a little dizzy–the dogs rushed to offer consolation and concern. My mama didn’t raise no fool–I’m cutting back to one minute on...
by Linda | Aug 12, 2005 | This & That
Same pattern as yesterday.Pray. Pee. Get on the machine.The lower-body workout proved MUCH more difficult than the upper one. Here was my mantra:It’s only four minutes. It’s only four minutes. It’s only four minutes!I’m taking special care not...
by Linda | Aug 11, 2005 | This & That
The mongo monster machine has arrived! As predicted, it dominates the living room. (Yes, it’s a big house, but there doesn’t happen to be a good place for eleven feet of gleaming steel.) I got it unlocked and running, all by myself, and this morning, I did...
by Linda | Aug 10, 2005 | This & That
The marvel cost more than some cars I’ve owned.It’s 11 feet long, and will reside in my living room, for the time being.The beauty of it? Strength training, aerobics and stretching, all in–brace yourself–FOUR MINUTES.Four hard minutes.Four long...
by Linda | Aug 9, 2005 | This & That
I had an email from a good friend this morning, commenting on my remark about how much I love places like Staples and Offices Depot and Max. She’s a writer, too, and our electronic conversation got my imagination going.In my mind’s eye, I saw Dickens...
by Linda | Aug 8, 2005 | This & That
I am fasincated by Tarot cards.Now, some of you may feel inclined to pray for my immortal soul, believing, as you might, that I am in league with the dark side. If so, have at it, with my blessing. This country girl will take all the prayers she can get! When it comes...
