Laura Lohr

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Built to AMAZE! Ringling Bros Circus

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When we were invited to see Ringling Bros Built to Amaze show this year, I was sad to find out that the show would be happening while we were going to be on vacation. Yea, vacation. Boo, missing the circus. Fortunately, my parents are going to be able to take Allie and my niece in our absence. Yea!

One of my favorite childhood memories is going to the circus with my family. My dad has always loved the circus, but not just any circus. No, he has always preferred the Ringling Bros circus. I still remember watching the three ring extravaganza at the Los Angeles Colosseum, when I was as young and even younger than Allie is now. It seemed almost magical, seeing the trapeze artists and one of my favorites—the big cats. Although, I still enjoy the silliness of the clowns. [Read more…]

The Delivery Man Movie

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I recently watched the trailer of The Delivery Man movie, starring Vince Vaughn. It got me to thinking what family means to me. Family means everything to me. It is the most important thing in my life. I count my blessings everyday for my family. When I was younger, I didn’t think it would be possible to have children after going through cancer at the young age of 21. I still remember getting the news from the doctor that it would be very unlikely for me to carry a child full-term, as a result. It was devastating at the time, but eventually reconciled with what was believed to be the inevitable.

God had another plan. I would have a family! Today, I have this beautiful daughter that was both a surprise and a blessing. Fortunately, she is here and healthy. Mr. Bear and I have this amazing family around us. We celebrate it each and every day. You never know what God and fate have in store for your life!

The Delivery Man
The Delivery Man Movie

Vince Vaughn is one of my favorite actors and The Delivery Man movie, is in true Vaughn form, fun and lighthearted. It’s about an irresponsible guy that anonymously donates to a sperm bank and discovers 20 years later he has fathered 533 children.

I cannot wait for the movie to come out!

DELIVERY MAN stars Vince Vaughn, Cobie Smulders and Chris Pratt and will be in theaters November 22. And just so you know, this movie is for adults and not small children. It’s rated PG-13 for mature themes.

Life is Good: 40th Birthday

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Last week was my 40th birthday. I turned the big 4-0. I feel like a rebellious teenager, full of dreams and ideas, yet not quite old enough to be responsible for making all these grown-up decisions. How did I get to be 40 so quickly? I had the best time in my 30’s and I don’t mind being 40. The fine lines and wrinkles. All of it, I wear proudly. It’s been an awesome ride and I look forward to another 60 or so years of awesome, no matter how wrinkly I become.

Eric and Laura
I was in tears most of the day, as so much love, birthday wishes and heartfelt words came pouring in by phone, e-mail and Facebook. I felt so loved! I have so much gratitude for the amazing family and friends that I have that embrace me and love me for who I am. I am so incredibly blessed! No matter what, I know where I stand with these incredible people that surround us. What did I do to deserve all the love and friendship? My heart smiles. [Read more…]

Back to the Basics with Weight Watchers

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Disclaimer: I was offered a three-month trial to participate in Weight Watchers.  I was given the choice to join online or in person.  I chose IN PERSON, however the Weight Watchers E-Tools were not included in this trial, so I purchased the E-Tools with my own money.  I have participated in Weight Watchers before and would only recommend brands and products I personally believe in.

It has been a few years since I did Weight Watchers.  After having my daughter, I lost about 40 pounds, ran a marathon six months post-partum and I felt amazing.  Somewhere along the line, I let some negativity creep in and I lost my motivation.  I am not even sure how it all happened now.  All I know is that I stopped giving myself the attention I know I deserve.

Years later, I am working my way back to getting fit.  I have been running on the treadmill and doing about 20 miles a week.  I’ve been doing interval training, which consists of a quarter mile of running all out and alternating with a quarter mile of walking at a 6.0 incline.  I’ve noticed that my endurance has improved tremendously and so has my confidence.  I keep my 5 and 8 pound dumbbells near the treadmill.  I do several sets of dumbbell work during the walking part of my workout, including shoulder presses, bicep curls, triceps extension, hammer curls and lateral raises.  I have been really sore, but I am noticing tiny little changes in my arms.  It makes me feel strong!

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This is my treadmill and Surf Shelf.  I’ve made this my own little corner.  I’ve been consistent with my exercise and I’m completely addicted to Drop Dead Diva.  I’ve been watching it when I’m on the treadmill. You can see my smaller hand weights on the right and my large water on the left.  Heart rate monitor is up at the top, with my Yurbuds headphones, pedometer and Garmin.

I have completed two weeks with Weight Watchers now.  [Read more…]

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