Category Archives: not writing

my to-do list is ridiculous

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Fran Hart

If you’ve spent much time with me, perhaps you know that my weekends are managed by my to-do list. Every Saturday morning I rise, and put pen to paper, creating my weekend. Sort of. The Important and the Urgent compete for time … Continue reading →

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It’s time to get clackin’

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Fran Hart

On November 1st my vision was still pretty foggy regarding my NaNoWriMo novel. Now, on November 13th, things are only marginally clearer, but I know that it’s time to get busy. In the last 2 weeks I’ve made 3 round … Continue reading →

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A new adventure

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Fran Hart

As of this afternoon we’ve taken one more step toward ownership of a house that we intend to flip. We’ve had this idea in mind for a while, and we’ve been trying to find a good candidate. We made an … Continue reading →

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Spam, spam, spam, spam. Spam, spam, spam, spam.

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Fran Hart

I must confess, I do not understand most of the spam I receive. I remember when Spam was a food substitute. Now it’s just comment fodder for my blog. I do like it when the comments are at least complimentary … Continue reading →

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Before and After: a room make over

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Fran Hart

Before, this room has been a catch-all for kid toys. A lot of emotion was kept hidden behind the closed door and the in the dresser drawers. When daughter #2 moved out we painted the black and red walls a … Continue reading →

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In Pursuit of Balance and escape from the 10 pound yoyo

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Fran Hart

In the 6 weeks since my last post (the post where I mentioned my need for balance in my life), I’ve absolutely failed at finding balance. But I’ve succeeded in my efforts to swing the pendulum. The trick now will … Continue reading →

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9 weeks of P90X + 3 weeks of inactivity = square one

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Fran Hart

For those who’ve never tried it, the P90X commitment is not to be taken lightly. The workouts take anywhere from an hour to an hour and a half (if you’re doing the “Ab Ripper” workout after weights). The routine varies … Continue reading →

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Before, Really Before and Really, Really Before

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Fran Hart

Maybe it was quitting smoking (June 10, 2004) or maybe it was my hysterectomy (May, 2007?I think) but somehow weight began to creep up on me in a big way. Here are photos from December, 2008:I realized something had to … Continue reading →

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My first 5k is behind me

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Fran Hart

Here we are (Saturday June 19), having just finished Vern’s No Frills 5k. My hubby surprised me by running most of the way. He finished about a minute ahead of Sherie (my coach and friend) and me. I’m proud of … Continue reading →

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We have a winner!

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Fran Hart

My Darling Hubby and I are going to participate in a 5K! Vern’s No Frills 5K in Georgetown. He’s walking. I’m running (and walking). He says he will keep up with me. Humph. We’ll see. We’ll be joined by friends. … Continue reading →

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