Can I just say that echinacea and lysine do wonders for my body? At least, I am not coughing like mad; which is the usual follow up to any type of cold, for me. I recommend them highly and suggest you shop at my store for them. :) Just a suggestion.

Since I took the weekend off from doing anything to strenuous, I spent some time playing with my XBox360. Unfortunately, the only game I have is Virtua Tennis 3. So, I need something new. I think Marvel Ultimate Alliance might just be the next game. Plus Top Spin 3 is coming out next Spring; not that I need another tennis game. Though, I will get it. Any suggestions?

With the change in weather, I ventured out to Old Navy to help the husband buy some socks. Don't ask. I ended up getting four long-sleeved tees to wear during our power walks in the park. I wore one today. I am so glad I got them. It was a tad too cold for anything less. All I need now is some sort of sweats or tights. Any suggestions?

I may need to get some other warm exercise wear because I am headed to South Dakota in two weeks to visit family. Supposedly, there is this great hiking area that my "in-laws" want me to see. Something about 4-hour hike up and down with beautiful vistas and all. I'll do it but I need to stop by the store to get some snacks and water. None of this macho crap for me. What does one wear during hikes in the cold? Any suggestions?

I'm also headed to Santa Barbara for a few days after South Dakota. We are getting together with some old friends to do the Sideways wine tour. Not my first choice but then again I am not planning it. But I know it will be fun since I love this other couple we are going to meet up with. We've vacationed a few times together and they are just so much fun. They love to drink, they love to laugh, and most of all, they love to eat in good restaurants. Any suggestions?

When I get back from that vacation, I am going on a semi-diet and hitting the gym hard to get into the best shape I can. My friend just asked me to be his date to a wedding. I know the bride and she is a ton of fun. I am glad that I am going but I need to feel fabulous. Consider it a goal. I'll probably try to lift about 3 times a week and do cardio about four. Plus I will probably go vegan for two weeks. It tends to work for me. Plus I need a goal for this fall. Unless you have any other suggestions. Later.  ¶ 10:37 PM