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Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Just like mommy!

As a kid I remember my mom going to the gym. It had these huge machines with pulleys and straps and wheels. They even had the machine with the big strap that she would put around her leg or bum and it would jiggle. I remember they were all pink. That was about the extent of my fitness role modeling from my mom. She was 6'2" but never played basketball or volleyball - girls just didn't do that in Texas in the 50s - even the tall ones. Instead they took homemaking classes and played the piano.

Well times have changed as you well know. I was in middle school when Jane Fonda revolutionized fitness in America. In college I had a Cher step video that I loved! Fitness has definitely evolved.

So today when I was doing my personal workout (my non-Stroller Strides workout) it was so cool to see my kids who are only 1 and 2 stand in the living room next to me raising their hands, doing their squats and tapping it out. They come to class with me every day and they already know how to count it down, do baby pulses and "take a walk." They see me and the other moms in our class really working out, not just socializing. They see us sweat and they already understand the idea of good health and fitness.

This is one of the most positive things about what I do and why I'm so grateful that I found Stroller Strides. I'm also grateful for the other moms who join me each week to not only get into shape, but to model a healthy lifestyle to our children. Healthy habits started now will last a lifetime. So cool!

I must say that my mom is now quite the walker and an accomplished swimmer. I'm looking forward to the day when my kids take off on their own in sports and other athletic pleasures and will be able to say that they've been working out since they were born - because it will be the truth!

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Mommy Couldn't Finish Dessert!

Yummmmmmy! We had a great time at our Moms Night Out event on Friday night. It was so awesome to be out having adult conversation. While most of it was about our kids, it was still fun to sit and laugh and chat and ask each other questions.

Our desserts were to die for. The Blacksmith definitely has some great offerings in the post dinner department. A big shout out to them for making our evening so great. My brownie sundae was so rich I couldn't finish it. Yum!

We spent over 3 hours just shootin' the breeze and it was AWESOME!

If you missed it, please join us next month. It will be great, as usual.

Party on girls!

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Moms Night Out - Mommy Deserves Dessert!

We're going out this Friday night. Just the girls that is. No husbands, boyfriends, or kids tagging along. We'll be at the Blacksmith at 6:30 pm for dessert.

Does this sound tempting to you? Check out our group and events at www.strollerstrides.net/bend and click on the LUNA playgroups tab at the top of the page.

It will be an evening of relaxation and fun eating decadent desserts and participating in adult conversations!!

See you there!

Thursday, March 13, 2008

Ultimate Blog Party!

This is really cool and a great way to get to know other moms out there in the blogasphere!

Thanks to 5 minute moms!

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

March of Dimes - March for Babies - JOIN OUR TEAM!

Why Walk??

Because right now, premature birth touches half a million babies and their families every year. Because babies born too soon are more likely to die or have lifelong disabilities. Because 120,000 babies are born with serious birth defects each year. Because every baby deserves someone in their corner. The March of Dimes is here for all babies - those born healthy and those who need help to survive and thrive.

Join our team!

Stroller Strides / LUNA Moms Club of Bend is putting together a team of walkers for this year's event. All are invited to join - moms, dads, friends and family. We will be raising funds for March of Dimes, but there is no cost to join our team and walk.

Date: Saturday, April 26

Location: Les Schwab Amphitheater

Time: 9:00 am

Cost: FREE


Our team name is: Stroller Strides - Luna Moms Club of Bend

Our goal is to raise $3000. That's just 15 moms raising $200 each.


Join us in supporting all babies in Central Oregon and around the nation to have a fighting chance at life. Strollers are welcome. You are not responsible for the monetary pledges, so you have nothing to lose. It's just our goal. Help us reach it - get involved - come support and walk with our team.


Sign up today at:

www.marchforbabies.org


Directions for joining our team:

· Go to www.marchforbabies.org

· Click on JOIN A TEAM

· Enter our team name: Stroller Strides - Luna Moms Club of Bend

· Sign up


Please forward this information to any mom you think might want to participate.

You don't have to be a member of Stroller Strides to walk with us.

Feel free to email me if you have any questions.

I look forward to walking with you!


March Events for Moms - LUNA Moms Club of Bend


LUNA Moms Club Calendar for March 2008


Join us for some fun this month!

* LUNA Moms Club @ Deschutes Public Library, Bend , Thursday, March 13 @ 11am
CREATE A READER TODAY! Join us at the Deschutes Public Library in Bend for playtime and book fun. We will meet in the kid's section at the back on the couches for a time of playing and reading. Even if you have a very little one, join us to find out more about what the library can offer you as your little one grows and maybe even pick up a book for yourself.


* Moms Night Out, Friday, March 21 @ 6:30 pm
MOMMY DESERVES DESSERT & Book Exchange Come join us for a fun evening of wonderful desserts at The Blacksmith in downtown Bend. All moms deserve a little decadence in their lives once in a while. We will meet a little later on this evening so you can eat with your family then sneak away for some girl time. Enjoy a Coffee Creme Brulee or Lemon Meringue Tart with Lavender Butterfly Cookies along with an Irish coffee or other adult beverage. We will also be doing a book exchange, so bring something you've read recently and want to trade - What? You haven't had time to read any books recently? That's ok, come anyway and learn what's hot on the literary scene while enjoying some adult conversation.

The Blacksmith
211 NW Greenwood Avenue
Bend, Oregon 97701
t | 541.318.0588

PLEASE RSVP TO DEBI AT: debis@strollerstrides.net

* LUNA Moms Club @ Larkspur Park (aka Reed Market Park), Thursday, March 27 @ 11am
PLAY TIME The weather is tempting us, so we're gonna tempt the weather by planning a morning of play time at the wonderful Larkspur play area. This is also known as Reed Market Park just off Reed Market Road where the Senior Center is located. Bring your snacks and play clothes for a time of swinging, sliding and getting crazy with the kids. If the weather doesn't cooperate we will have an alternative activity planned. Just cross your fingers for a great day!!