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Food Fitness and Fun Hi my name is Dee and welcome to my fun new blog on my musings! I am a full-time employee, mom and wife. I am not a chef let alone a cook.

I am creating this Blog to complete a Bucket List item while sharing my passion for food, drink and fitness. My family would tell you that I set the fire alarm off when I step foot in the kitchen. I am learning to cook and enjoy many cuisine’s.My musings will share many random thoughts about eating, food and my learnings to cook. “If you don’t like my cooking, have another glass of w**e!”

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e w**e and like to try many different kinds of w**e & drink. My goal is to share my random thoughts about w**e, cocktails and various beverages. ” Forgive me I have Zinned” Let’s have some fun! Fitness is a passion that I have had for about 12 years. I ran my first 5k at the prime old age of 40. I would have never categorized myself as a “runner” but now I love to get outside put on the tunes and block out the world. I love many different aspects of fitness and will share my random thoughts about exercising.

09/01/2026

🌮 Fidel’s in Palisade — A Delicious Night Out! 🍹

Our night at Fidel’s started a little unexpectedly. We were greeted outside by the sweetest, kindest server who said say hello and chatted with us about the windy weather. It was such a warm welcome!

Once we moved inside, though, the experience was a little different. We stood at the hostess stand for several minutes before anyone acknowledged us. The hostess was helping guests in front of us, but never made eye contact or offered a quick “Hi, I’ll be right with you.” Even a little acknowledgment would have made a difference. Once she helped us with our reservation, she let us know our table would be ready momentarily and they seated us exactly at our reservation time, which was appreciated. I definitely recommend a reservation many guests walking in had a long wait time.

From that point on, the experience was exceptional!

Our server was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. She could answer every question we had and made great recommendations.

We started with the Deconstructed Elote Street Corn with Casab Blanco Cajita cheese and tortilla chips topped with carne asada meat. SO delicious! 🌽 Definitely something I’d order again.

I went with the house margarita. It was good, although the tequila wasn’t quite my favorite. My husband, on the other hand, ordered the Añejo half-shot flight, and he absolutely loved all of them.

For dinner, we went with tacos. He ordered the Bomb Ass Fish Tacos, made with wahoo, and I went with the Pork Carnitas Tacos. Both were packed with flavor and made for the perfect casual dinner in Palisade.

Overall, Fidel’s gave us a really fun evening, great food, an excellent server and a menu that made us want to come back and try more.

Sometimes the first five minutes don’t tell the whole story and in this case, the rest of the night definitely made up for the slow welcome! ❤️🌮👍

08/12/2026

🍳 “Why Does Camping Food Taste Better?”

Because let’s be honest…something about eating outside makes everything taste better.

“I’m convinced calories don’t count when you eat them with a mountain view.” 🌋

Campfire nachos. Including delicious grilled jalapeños.

Eggs and bacon in a fresh steamed tortilla.

Charcuterie fixings to snack on during the live music.

Steak, pasta and potatoes to fill the belly.

S’mores = No 💥🔥Peach pie 🥧 for the win.

Cold drinks (ice cold water, b**r, Venetian spritzes, and a good old dirty martini)

Coffee in the morning while staring at the mountains under a haze of smoke from the nearby forest 🌳 fire 🔥

Cheers 🥂 to getting outside, slowing down, and making more memories in the places that make us feel most alive. 🏔️❤️

08/02/2026

💆‍♀️ Apparently, I Needed More Than Just a Good Workout…

My husband has been wanting to take me for a massage, so today we finally made it happen. ❤️ We booked a 90-minute massage, and let me tell you… I got a little bit of EVERYTHING!

Swedish relaxation ✔️
Deep tissue ✔️
And a few moments where the deep tissue had me questioning all of my life choices. 😂

At one point, that deep tissue pressure was so intense I thought I was going to RALPH! 🤢😂

But it got me thinking about how important massage therapy can be as part of taking care of our bodies.

We spend so much time talking about workouts, nutrition, steps, and getting stronger, but recovery matters too.

Here’s the difference between the techniques I experienced:

🌿 Swedish/Relaxation Massage
This is the “ahhhhh” massage. Long, flowing strokes with light-to-medium pressure designed to help you relax, reduce stress, improve circulation, and calm the nervous system.

💪 Deep Tissue Massage
This goes deeper into the muscles and connective tissue, using slower, firmer pressure to work on areas of chronic tension, tightness, and knots. It can be intense and yes, sometimes very intense!

🎯 Targeted/Focused Work
Your therapist may spend extra time on specific areas that are tight or overworked shoulders, back, hips, legs, etc. This can be especially helpful when your body is feeling beat up from workouts, repetitive movement, or just everyday life.

And here’s my biggest takeaway:

Taking care of your body isn’t just about pushing it. It’s also about helping it recover.

Massage can be one piece of that recovery puzzle along with strength training, mobility, sleep, hydration, good nutrition, and simply giving yourself permission to slow down.

So today I relaxed, got some knots worked out, and apparently discovered exactly where my “too much pressure” threshold is. 😂

Have you ever had a massage that felt AMAZING… and then had that one spot where you thought, “ARE YOU TRYING TO KILL ME?” 😂

07/31/2026

LET’S TALK ABOUT SOMETHING WE CAN’T SEE… UNTIL WE CAN. 🦴💪

I recently had a conversation with a friend that really got me thinking.

She told me she has shrunk 2 inches over the last few years.

Two inches.

And it made me think about something we don’t always talk about when we talk about fitness and aging:

OUR BONES.

We spend so much time worrying about the number on the scale, our waistline, how our jeans fit and keeping our muscles strong…

But what about the skeleton holding it all together?

As we age, we naturally begin losing bone density and muscle mass. Over time, weakened bones can contribute to changes in posture, loss of height and, more seriously, an increased risk of fractures and osteoporosis.

And this is where weight training becomes about SO much more than building muscles or looking toned.

When we lift weights, we place a healthy, controlled stress on our bones. That mechanical stress tells our bodies that these bones still need to be strong.

Resistance training can help maintain bone density, strengthen the muscles that support our bodies, improve balance and help reduce the risk of falls. Without regular resistance and weight-bearing activity, we can gradually lose muscle and bone strength as we age.

And here’s the thing…

We don’t just want to live longer.
We want to live STRONGER.

I want to be the woman who can:
🏋️‍♀️ Pick up the heavy suitcase.
🛒 Carry the groceries.
🧳 Travel and explore.
🪜 Climb the stairs.
🌱 Garden.
👟 Get up off the floor without thinking about it.
💪 And keep doing the things I LOVE for as many years as possible.

So if you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s or beyond and you’re not strength training yet…

Please don’t think it’s too late.

Start where you are. Learn proper form. Build gradually. Your future self—and your bones—will thank you.

And remember: walking is wonderful, but your bones and muscles also need resistance.

This isn’t about lifting the heaviest weight in the gym.

It’s about building a body that can carry you through the rest of your life.

Strong muscles. Strong bones. Strong woman. ❤️

07/28/2026

🔥 The Taste of Chang’ An 🥢🔪

Who says hot pot is only for cold weather?

Even with temperatures soaring over 100°, we had an amazing family night at Chang’ An.

For just $26 for all-you-can-eat, the experience is as much fun as it is delicious! Start by choosing your favorite broth and noodles, then build your perfect hot pot with meats like lamb, chicken, beef, or pork. Load it up with fresh vegetables, let everything simmer to perfection, and don’t forget the grill! We cooked up sizzling pork belly, ribeyes, and short ribs right at the table.

Between a refreshing cold sake, plenty of ice water, incredible food, and even better conversation, it turned into one of those simple evenings that reminds you food has a way of bringing people together.

If you’ve never tried hot pot, put Chang’ An on your list. You’ll definitely get your money’s worth!

🍜🥩🥬 Have you tried hot pot before? What’s the first thing you’re adding to your pot?

07/18/2026

Hank is ready for the world 🌎 cup! Who is going to win? cup

07/15/2026

🌱 Treat Your Body Like a Garden 🌱

You wouldn’t skip watering your flowers for a week and expect them to bloom..

You wouldn’t feed your tomatoes soda instead of water.

You wouldn’t expect a harvest after planting seeds just once.

Yet so many of us expect our bodies to thrive without consistently caring for them.

Your body needs:
🌱 Nourishing food
💧 Plenty of water
☀️ Daily movement
😴 Rest and recovery
❤️ Patience and grace

Just like a garden, some seasons are full of growth, while others are spent building stronger roots beneath the surface.

Some days your garden blooms. Some days it needs extra care. The goal isn’t perfection it’s tending to it daily.

The small things you do every day matter far more than the big things you do once in a while.

Every workout, every balanced meal, every walk, every glass of water is a seed you’re planting for your future self. 🌿

Plant healthy habits.
Water them consistently.
Trust the process.

The harvest will come.

🌸 What’s one healthy seed you’re planting today?

07/01/2026

✨ Motivation is a feeling. Non-negotiables are a decision. ✨

If I only worked out or tracked my macros when I felt motivated, I’d miss more days than I’d like to admit.

Motivation comes and goes.
Discipline shows up.
Habits keep you moving. 🚶

My workouts 💪and macros aren’t based on my mood they’re part of who I am and how I take care of myself. Some days I crush a heavy lift. Other days I’m just checking ✅ the box. Both count.

Stop waiting to feel inspired.
Create non-negotiables that align with the life and health you want.

💪 Move your body.
🥗 Hit your macros.
💧 Drink your water.
😴 Prioritize your sleep.

Small actions repeated consistently will always beat occasional bursts of motivation.

Ask yourself:
What is one healthy habit you’re willing to make non-negotiable this week?

06/26/2026

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06/24/2026

Why do you train? 🏋️

For me, it’s not just about chasing a number on the scale or a PR for the sake of bragging rights and looking great . It’s about aging with grace.

Our bodies don’t move the way they used to and that’s exactly why I show up. I train so I can carry my future grandkids without hesitation. So I can get up off the floor without thinking twice. Getting in and out of the bathtub 🛀 is easily. Because I love a nice relaxing hot bath.

Exercise is medicine. Not the kind you take once and forget about it’s the kind you have to keep showing up for, dose after dose, to feel its full effect.

Physically, it’s the medicine that keeps my joints moving, my muscles strong, and my balance steady, the things I’ll need most as I get older.

Mentally, it’s the medicine that clears my head, steadies my mood, and reminds me I’m capable of hard things, even on the days I don’t want to show up.

No pill does all of that. Movement does.

What’s your why? 👇

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