Karen Toews
Scripting Vibrant Living Beyond An Empty Nest
Category: Fit For Fun
Sole Sisters Hike Mont Mégantic
Winter, 2021. I was on a Zoom call with my husband’s sister. She and her husband live in another country two time zones away, share life in a communal family household, and were then working from home. Not surprising that we rarely connect; my… Continue Reading “Sole Sisters Hike Mont Mégantic”
Are we having fun yet?
Twelve of us in ten boats were paddling the Atlantic shoreline near Canso, Nova Scotia. We had navigated through rocky inlets, shoals, surf, the wind’s wanton shifting in direction and velocity; we’d schlepped gear to where we could find suitable camping spots. We’d been… Continue Reading “Are we having fun yet?”
Adventure is in the Air
Maybe it’s the arrival of spring on the calendar: crocuses aren’t up yet but I can visualize their yearning, stretching to reach through the soil. It could be visualizing my daughter Renee on her three-day solo hike-ski-backpack in the Laurentians. I’m rejoicing for her… Continue Reading “Adventure is in the Air”
what I’ve been up to: reviving the moxie
I had a vacation in January. I didn’t escape winter to enjoy sun, sand and palm trees. I returned to my Alberta home town for a visiting-blitz with family and friends. It was lovely. I went for cold morning walks at By-the-Lake-Park : reviving… Continue Reading “what I’ve been up to: reviving the moxie”
inspired by Nancy’s determination and courage to ‘do the dream’
A mutual friend (thank you, Janice!) introduced me to Nancy Veinot. We immediately recognized kindred spirits for hiking, activity, fun and adventure and our friendship has grown since that day in 2015. Nancy’s vibrant spirit, energy, and curiosity for LIFE continues to inspire me;… Continue Reading “inspired by Nancy’s determination and courage to ‘do the dream’”
Tabata in the Pool, Re-Shaping my fitness story
If it is 8:30 on a Monday or Thursday morning I’m probably in the pool at a Tabata class. Two years ago I’d have said Are you kidding? Not me! My surprising turnabout compels me to encourage you – whether it’s literally putting your toes in… Continue Reading “Tabata in the Pool, Re-Shaping my fitness story”
If you want to change, write a new story
Would you describe your life as one with purpose, energy and joy? Or do you feel stuck in your story: missing the fulfillment of desires you were designed to experience. We all have some downer days. But maybe your story line isn’t working for you. … Continue Reading “If you want to change, write a new story”
Thirty Thoughts for Scripting Life with Confidence and Hope
Every day is full of decisions – we don’t even realize we are making some of them, as they are choices we naturally default to. An example: I have a breakfast ‘script’ that works well for me. I always have coffee not long after… Continue Reading “Thirty Thoughts for Scripting Life with Confidence and Hope”
Trail Food for Lightweight Hiking and Heavyweight Nutrition
Tomorrow I am joining other sole mates at the Hike Nova Scotia Summit. There will be presentations on new hikes to discover, the latest gear, hiking stories and tales. FUN!!! AND there will be recipes exchanged for food to eat on the trail: I’m… Continue Reading “Trail Food for Lightweight Hiking and Heavyweight Nutrition”
Exercise and Activity – Are you Stopped in Your Tracks ?
The thought of putting grubby hikers on for a day of trekking might entice you or maybe it triggers waves of resistance. It’s absolutely okay whichever way you feel. We’re individually hardwired for activity and exercise. But I’m positive about this: we all ‘need to move’ for vibrant health, benefitting the… Continue Reading “Exercise and Activity – Are you Stopped in Your Tracks ?”
Let’s Connect
I would like to hear your questions: just send me an email at ketoews@gmail.com.We can set up a time to chat, and you can decide if you’d like to work together. You can also book a 20-minute chat directly to help you figure out if working together will be a good fit for you
My consulting and coaching services provide education & encouragement only. They are not a replacement for medical support; nor are they offered with the intention to treat/heal/cure any disease or condition.
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