Andee Bookmyer
Andee is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Health Coach, ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Certified Mind Body Fitness Coach and Certified Stress Management Coach. She grew up in Northwest Indiana and attended Ball State University. She taught high school English for several years before becoming a mommy to Preston. She has a passion for writing, CrossFit, laughing and helping others. For more of her writing, you can visit her personal "Bookerella" blog at https://i5878.wordpress.com
The Struggle is Real: Scaling Back Screen Time and Video Games
It started about three years ago with a surprise Christmas present for my son that yielded squeals of joy and excitement but now, three...
Marching into March: The Power of Walking
Are you ready to march into March? Or spring into Spring? Whatever the phrase, Spring is nature’s way of saying “Let’s Party!” so to...
No Kids Allowed? Taking a Look at the Latest Wedding Trend
I remember when I received the invite to my high school reunion, and immediately I knew the answer was no. In fact, it was...
The Holiday Bucket List
Whether we are ready for it or not, the countdown to the holidays is undoubtedly underway! It is common to feel pulled in many...
Retail Therapy is REAL: Tips for Holiday Shopping!
November is here, which means Christmas is coming fast. ‘Tis the season to “Wine and Prime,” right? Retail therapy is real. And with the...
I (Still) Only Have One Child
“Do you ever regret not giving your son a brother or a sister?” she asked, a blank look on her face, yet distinct curiosity...
Ending The Procrastination Of My Mammogram
I'm not a procrastinator, but with scheduling my mammogram, I am.
It doesn't make sense; I know it's the right thing to do. I know...
Goodbye, Scale! This Summer We Are Breaking Up
Summer is in full effect, y’all, and my advice is - wear the swimsuit! Confidence is sexy and invigorating, and so is reclaiming your...
A Warmer Weather Reminder: Please Slow Down
Yes, it’s nice out, and I know we are all so ready for beautiful weather, but here’s a friendly reminder to SLOW DOWN!
Now that...
Stress Management: Shifting the “All Pedal and No Brakes” Mentality
I am going to share a secret. Sometimes when I get stressed out, I pull out my “adult coloring book.” Amazon sure does have...
Lesson Learned: Money Isn’t Everything
I am a corporate dropout. There, I said it.
I don’t necessarily say this proudly, but I also don’t say it with regret.
I don’t say...
The Stress of a Child’s Surgery: A Mother’s Experience
Watching my sweet 7-year-old boy being wheeled away to the hospital’s surgery room was something I knew for weeks that I would need to...
Redefining Our Lives in the New Year
We have all heard the phrase, “New Year, New You,” right? Well, who are we going to become in 2021? What goals are we...