I remember tacking up a handwritten note on my fridge that simply said: You can have a good day or a bad, it’s your choice. Kinda scary being in charge of your day, huh? #BFAT (Be F—–g Awesome Today) #FYA (Find Your Awesome)
Dear Friends, “Am I going to die?” As 2014 comes to a close, have you thought about all that has happened this year? Surely there were many joyous occasions and moments. Births? Weddings? Travel? A new home or job? No matter how your year was filled, are there some things you wished had been accomplished? … Read More →
Dear Friends, I know it’s not new, but what do you think of the Ugly Sweater craze this year? Love it? Don’t love it? Been on a Sweater Party Pub Crawl? Ugly Sweater 5K or other sweater-related event? I confess, years ago I had one. It was a very nice wool sweater with a bedazzled … Read More →
Okay, a hashtag like #BFAT* will not change your life. But it’s a start… Let’s get real for a minute. Any life change requires your participation. A pair of high-tech sneakers will not make you an Olympic long distance runner. And a benign hashtag like #BFAT* (Be F–g Awesome Today/Be F.A.T.) will only change your … Read More →
The Urban Dictionary defines Mojo as a magic power that allows someone to be creative or effective. Okay, so, yeah, excluding the private beach in Tahiti, let’s get serious about the best place to rev up your Mojo and inspire your creativity. Where do you go to get motivated each day to achieve your goal? … Read More →
How a “Lone Nut” and a “Loyal First Follower” can create a Movement The term #BFAT is an idea with the potential of becoming a movement. It had its “Lone Nut” (me), the person who dreamed up the name but certainly not the the idea of being the best YOU every day. Heck my mamma … Read More →
# BFAT started as a funny note between friends and became a positive declaration on how to live each day. If you read this hashtag as BEE FAT or BE FAT you’d probably think I’m a motivational bee teacher or a proponent of all you care to eat buffets. Both actually are untrue…I don’t eat at … Read More →
Another use for your Turkey Fryer Call this the New England version of a Southern Shrimp Boil. This recipe feeds a crowd or at least eight people just off one of those low protein, green shakes only or however many points you get a day diet. You’ll want a few crusty breads and cases of … Read More →