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Why I’m avoiding bass and embracing bridges

By Queen of Quirky | Published: September 13, 2011

Do you know what bass is? No, not the fish. BASS- where your ass meets your back and you can’t tell the difference. Ew. Why are you sharing this, Queen of Quirky? Because words such as bass, butterflies, fire hydrants, bridges  and planks that used to conjure up neutral, if not pleasant feelings (who doesn’t like butterflies?) now [...]

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A bumpy wagon ride

By Queen of Quirky | Published: July 8, 2010

In college I made a mental rule for myself – once I put a sports bra on, a workout or run must take place before I can remove the sports bra. It’s worked pretty well for me, forcing me into workouts when unmotivated, or perhaps I would have otherwise “opted out.” Tuesday, I found myself [...]

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Treadmill fail

By Queen of Quirky | Published: January 2, 2010

Last week I joined a new gym. There is nothing more motivating than new windows to stare out. I was eager to get a jump-start on my New Year’s work-out goals. Luckily I wore my workout clothes when I signed up. While very inspiring, a new gym can be intimidating. You feel as if all [...]

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Walk, no run away from middle winter weight gain…

By Queen of Quirky | Published: November 18, 2009

It’s that time of year. The cold, damp, dark evenings in Kansas City come early. And my spring/summer/fall routine of running with Gertie after work dies a slow death. There is nothing more appealing on these chilly nights than my couch, a blanket, some pasta (with heavy cream somewhere in the sauce) and a glass of [...]

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Quirkyville: Kickin' it Sunday Style

By Queen of Quirky | Published: November 8, 2009

Have you ever woken up with absolutely no plan and suddenly you have a list a mile long of things you want to get done? That was me today. I woke up at 9 because Gertie was pacing around the bed and putting her snout up on the bed in the most pathetic manner. Suddenly [...]

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