Detox & Revive Sore Muscles

I'm a fitness motivator, an online fitness coach. It's what I do and it is who I am in a lot of ways because it comes naturally to me. What does that mean? It means I am all about helping others find exercise programs that they love and that bring real results. I also help them learn to eat clean and healthy. It means that I am a product of the product. It means I have to detox and revive sore muscles too. I was into the habit of taking detox baths 2-3 times a week last year. This was when my Lyme disease was at its peak. I was my sickest and detox baths were part of my regular treatment. They relieve soreness from the muscles and as a fitness coach, it helps a ton! As I felt better physically I stopped this practice. I had coincidentally finished with doing two programs consecutively … [Read more...]

Motorcycle Safety Tips For Fall Rides

In recent years, motorcycle safety has been improving bit by bit. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of fatal motorcycle accidents in 2017 was 5,172 — a 3% drop from the year before. However, any number over zero is still far too high for motorcycle deaths. Use these tips to keep you safe on the road when you're riding your motorcycle. Wear A Helmet, Even If It Isn't The Law Believe it or not, not all states have a law requiring the wearing of a helmet while riding a motorcycle. That doesn't mean, however, that there aren't consequences to skipping on this important safety gear. Helmets can dramatically reduce the chances of getting into a fatal crash, and if you are in an accident, it gives you a better shot at walking away from it. Injured in … [Read more...]

Fall Jewelry Collections

Disclaimer: Please know this post is a sponsored partnership is between Nakturnal, and The Mummy Chronicles. Compensation was received for this post. All opinions are 100% my own.  I don't wear a lot of jewelry in the summer months.  I do however like to layer it in the fall and winter.  Fall jewelry collections are out now and while I love a good statement ring the big hitters this season are amped up earrings. Earrings that Dangle and Entice We are still hanging with the tortoiseshell trend and I like it. Earrings are no exception.  I love the addition of beads, thicker hoops and oblong shapes from Shopbop that dangle and swing. J.Crew has some gorgeous bejeweled studs that really add to a simple sweater and pair of jeans. It feels very excess and a bit 1980s in a good … [Read more...]

Dark & Delightful Denim

Two weeks ago I wore my first pair of dark denim for the summer.  I never wear denim in the summer months unless they are in shorts form.  I just cannot.  Then suddenly we had a few cool days and paired with a sleeveless top the denim was just right. Fast forward to September.  School is back in session and the idea of denim dark or light wash is delightful.  I am wearing cropped black jeans as I type.  Now I'm all about the idea of dark & delightful denim with raw hems and flares for Fall. Casual & Classic Denim by Veamason Fall Plaid & Denim by Veamason … [Read more...]

Fall is in the Air

This morning as I sat outside working through my devotions I noticed that the light has already begun to change.  Golden leaves are falling from the Tulip Poplar trees in my yard.  Already.  Fall is more than a month away but the subtle changes are in the air. Minutes later my friend showed off her newest purchase for fall in her FB Stories.  I was both appalled at the thought of fall fashion- it's too soon! The pool still beckons me daily! To also swooning over this gorgeous sweater-blazer. I need it.  I want it.  Really, it's so cozy looking and really amps up an outfit. After a quick peek online, I was down a rabbit hole of fall looks. I ended up with these finds. I'm seriously loving neutrals right now and the blending of burgundy in with them to add a richness to … [Read more...]

Finding Yourself & Fighting Through Chronic Illness

In the winter of 2018, my illness was raging and using my body as a battlefield. Chronic illness warriors, you know what I'm talking about. At my weekly therapy session, I described to my therapist about how my inability to work, be busy and "normal" had shown me a new side of myself, except it wasn't quite so new. In fact, I was getting reacquainted with the old me. The base me. The me I knew as a child and as a teen. I Lost Myself to the Busy.  I think that's fairly normal.  Once I realized this I also quickly noticed how much I missed that quiet person.  I'm an introvert.  An introvert with strong opinions, who loves light but finds beauty in darkness.  Having the real me back was eye-opening.  Finding the essence of who I am at my core again was exhilarating and also something I … [Read more...]

Hello, It’s Been A While

Remember me?  I think it's time to introduce myself again. I'm Vicky. Mother to three girls, writer, dog mom to one Doberman, two-time Post-Partum Depression survivor, chronically ill with Lyme Disease and co-infections (#lymewarrior), domestic violence survivor, and fitness coach.  Whew! What sets me apart from all the other blogs out there?  Nothing, but my own unique story, my take on life and the fact that I live by a ton of quotes (mostly film and TV-related) but this one in particular, "It ain't about how hard you hit; it's about how hard you can get hit, and keep moving forward." * In my former life, before Lyme tried to take me down, I reviewed cars, wrote about fashion trends and picks. I talked about my early days of parenting back when Mommy blogs were all the rage.  I … [Read more...]

12 Days of Things I Love

Happy December! This month I'm doing 12 Days of Things I Love.  Each week I will share a few more items until we hit that magic number 12. I've done three items this week so far.  Let's get started, shall we? I featured this item to kick off the event.  It's a darker take on holiday nails and since Essie is one of my favorite nail polish brands I had to share it. You take Essie Wicked and apply it over your base coat.  Then layer on Essie Bordeaux and finish it off with a top coat.  It's a deeper burgundy that glows with depth.  I love it this holiday season and through the new year. Next, my can't go a day without my cozy shearling-lined slippers from Lands End.  I have a Josie Blue pair from last year and they held up well all year long.  This year you can monogram … [Read more...]

Cyber Monday Deal From Me to You

Welcome to Cyber Monday! This is me. Healthy. Fit. Full of life back in September when H and I went to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic with NO KIDS! Despite all my health issues from Lyme and tick co-infections the best thing I have done in 2018 was to fix how I was eating and starting working on feeding my body the right way and getting it stronger than ever. It's working, don't you think? I would have never posted that picture before. So, how are you feeling about 2019? Are you like, "Ugh, Vicky. It's the holidays. I'm not there yet." That's fine. I get it. I totally understand. We don't often want to think of the things we need to do for ourselves to be healthy until it is too late or already January. BUT.... Maybe you just want to see me before when I was … [Read more...]

Be Merry, Be Bright: Gifts for All Budgets

Are you a Black Friday or a Cyber Monday kind of gal? Me? I love being able to cozy up to my laptop with a mug of tea or coffee and whizz around Cyber Monday finding deals and just the right gifts for all budgets. This week Shopbop is letting us all start early with their latest sale and it is a big one! Sale Begins: Tuesday 11/20/18, 7:18am Eastern Time Zone (New York) Ends: Sunday 11/25/18, 11:59pm Pacific Time Zone (Los Angeles) CODE: MORE18 •             15% off orders of $200+ •             20% off orders of $500+ •             25% off orders of $800+   Want to see my favorites?     BaubleBar Torrie Resin Hoop/Ban.do Play Nice Yoga Mat / Shashi Solitaire Ring/Free People Big Sky Slouch Beanie Yosi Samara Flats/ Cloverpost Chain Bracelet/Rebecca … [Read more...]