Recent content by valentine64

This is so funny--we bought a Vitamix today at Costco! Years ago on this forum, I read about all the benefits of a Vitamix and wanted one, but I knew my hubby would think I was crazy for wanting such an expensive appliance. But we both are trying to eat much more healthily and were both sold on...

What are some (if any) health problems that might occur down the line for a female dog who gave birth at a very young age? Our local rescue group has a cute spaniel/Corgi mix who is 1-2 years old and who has bonded with another dog she was rescued with who appears to be her offspring. I would...

I appreciate all the helpful tips about our dog. To update, we've had him now for 7 months, and he has gotten a lot better about approaching other dogs. We've even left him a couple of times at a nice kennel (out in the country, with plenty of room to roam), and he has done well with other...

Thanks for the link on Amazon, RunninTeach! I have it bookmarked and will enjoy researching the books to find a good one. And thanks for the other replies, Ladies--I've written those book/dvd/podcast titles down so I can check them out! Have a great Thursday!

Ladies, Thank you so much for your wise, helpful advice!! I'm going to check into the resources you suggested. I knew I would be able to rely on you Catheites for wonderful advice! Have a great day! Valerie

My 10-year-old daughter has started being self-conscious about her weight and about her self-perceived "belly", i.e. a small pooch around the middle. She confided in me last night that she is worried she is fat because some of her friends weigh less than she does, and a couple of them don't have...

Cathe's Breakfast Blast smoothie sounds good--I must have missed that! Would you mind sharing the recipe or sending me to the link for it? I searched the forums but couldn't find the recipe. Thanks in advance!!

Thanks for all the info on the movie! I ended up watching it by myself, and I agree that some parts were intense for kids. I think my girls would have had nightmares from a couple of the scenes! But I really enjoyed it and may have to get the soundtrack. Thanks again for your help!

My kids, ages 7 and 10, are big fans of The Phantom of the Opera music, but they've never seen the stage production. I was reading about the 2004 movie version of the musical directed by Joel Schumaker and starring Gerard Butler, and it got great reviews. I was thinking about renting the movie...

Wow! Thank you, everyone, for the good advice! I am going to use the methods you recommend. Midgetdogg--What is the Gentle Leader? I will get one at our local pet store this week. I'm assuming it's a type of collar? I will try pulling his leash to one side and the foot nudge. However...

We adopted a shelter dog about 6 weeks ago--an adorable cocker or King Charles spaniel mix--and our family of 5 is crazy about him! He is a great family dog (our first pet), and he is patient and playful with the kids. He also loves all people and is very friendly. However, the first week we...

Thanks for the recommendations, ladies! I'm looking forward to trying several of them--maybe all of them!! Valerie

Love the way this rotation looks!! I've never been too keen on following a rotation, but I've done the first three days of yours, and I love it! It has a great variety so that I don't think I'll get bored. Thank you!! Valerie

Does anyone have a tried-and-true recommendation for dry lips? I don't have luck with Chapstick or any lip balms that I've tried. I have even tried to exfoliate my lips (read about it in a magazine) with a wet washcloth, but I still have dry, tight lips. If you have had good results with a...

I love Step, Jump and Pump! Step Blast is one of my favorite step workouts, too. You can't go wrong with these workouts. Valerie