Traditional New Year’s resolutions really bother me. Don’t eat sugar. Drink less wine. Cut back on carbs. I don’t like to restrict myself. Instead, I give myself permission - the opportunity to make smart choices and changes to my behavior that enhance my life.
This year I’ve chosen one ...
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Enter 2021: New Treats, Lessons Learned and Choosing the Win
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Easy Ways to Get Ready for Back In the Swing {after the Holidays}
UPDATE: We shared these easy tips on WFAA's Good Morning Texas.
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The 4th Annual Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival in Mesquite, February 27-28
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