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It’s The Most Wonderful Time
By: Mary Richard / Health Fitness
Here it is December 2023 and I’m starting the
celebration of my birthday month! Yes, this is
my most favorite time of the year.
It’s festive. And most people are jolly and happy with festivities
throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Food and drink are plentiful and are
everywhere.
I’m thrilled to be celebrating my 79th year on this earth! WOW -
how did that happen? I
still enjoy teaching my
Zumba and balance
classes, as well as
choreographing dance
groups.
My part-time ushering
job at The Smith Center
is still going strong and
I intend to continue
working there as long as
I’m physically able. In
between my busy schedule I will spend time enjoying the holidays with
my friends as much as possible,
Thinking back of my years on the East Coast, I really enjoy our
beautiful winter weather without that snow! I can look at Mt. Charleston
if I want to see that white stuff.
The holidays are notorious for putting on some extra pounds, so do
yourself a favor. You can enjoy the holiday goodies but continue with
your exercises or take up some new ones. I’m determined not to put
back the extra pounds I gained these last few years from the pandemic.
So, as we wind down this year, be good to yourself and reflect upon
what you want to check off your “bucket list” and go for it.
BE GRATEFUL - for what you have, not what you don’t have.
POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND HAPPY HEALTH TO ALL!
Mary Richard is a long term supporter of senior fitness. She
teaches Zumba, toning and dance classes throughout the Las
Vegas Valley.
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December 2023
Vegas Voice
Podcast
Tom Harmon, from
Lean Dog Fitness gets ready
for our Vegas Voice People &
Places podcast last month.
He’s joined by our new Vice
President Dianne David.
You can hear this interview
on all podcast platforms as
well as our sister website:
vegasvoicetv.net.