My daughter Annie grew from the baby in the picture on the wall to the spunky, sparkly woman above. She brings joy, adventure, curiosity, nutrition, exercise, humor and flavor with her every visit. This weekend’s flavors have included kale, spinach, chocolate and coffee. Her new Vita-mix blender churned up wonderful smoothies, frozen yogurt and frappes. I’m feeling hydrated, energized and happy! Do I need a super blender of my own?
Annie just started nursing school, so we got blood pressure testing and heart and lung checkups. I got a clean bill of health, as expected, so we did a lot of weight-lifting and cardiovascular exercise at the gym. Last night we even danced a little after a tasty dinner. How sweet it is! :)


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January 20, 2013 at 5:21 pm
Carrie Rubin
I’m loving your daughter’s pro-health attitude. I wish her well in nursing school.
January 20, 2013 at 5:23 pm
frankoshanko
Thanks Carrie! Yes, she’s really fun to be around!
January 20, 2013 at 5:29 pm
fitnessaficionada
I love your fun-loving-try-anything attitude! That’s why I keep visiting!
Thanks for the birth-week festivities!
January 20, 2013 at 5:48 pm
frankoshanko
You’re welcome! New things make life so fun!!!
January 20, 2013 at 7:35 pm
A Star on the Forehead
Happy birthday Annie! You look absolutely beautiful and always glowing!!
January 21, 2013 at 7:44 am
frankoshanko
January 21, 2013 at 1:04 pm
Susanna
Very sweet indeed, in so many ways!
January 21, 2013 at 9:52 pm
frankoshanko
January 21, 2013 at 6:47 pm
Katie
What a wonderful moment, thanks for sharing your shine! 8)
January 21, 2013 at 9:54 pm
frankoshanko
Thanks Katie! I sent Annie a link to your Juice-o-mania! Her eyes are looking so white! Juice me!!!
January 22, 2013 at 4:47 am
Katie
Thanks! I think you’ve got juicing fever my friend. I see a Vita-Mix in your future, lol! 8)
January 22, 2013 at 7:49 am
frankoshanko
You may be right! Annie was reluctant to tell me what she paid for hers; it did blow my mind a bit. Times they are a changin’! Hey! Where’s my juice???
January 22, 2013 at 4:22 am
Travel Spirit
Your daughter is gorgeous! I love her in the bright colors also!! You looking quite handsome also!
January 22, 2013 at 7:47 am
frankoshanko
Thank you! We have adventurous spirits, but we’re way behind you in seeing the world. You look like you’re living fully, and that is quite inspiring!
January 22, 2013 at 4:51 am
fiammisday
Lovely Blog!!!! I’m a new follower!!! Kisses
January 22, 2013 at 7:52 am
frankoshanko
Thank you! Happy day!