After the eating has ended and the digestion is done, I look back with so many more fond memories of our Fork in the Road Challenge than just the food.  What stuck with me as much as the food (literally) is that I truly enjoyed discovering so many quaint, friendly and inviting restaurants and diners.  I was shocked to learn just how many restaurants were tucked away that I never knew about… and I’m from here!

It’s hard to beat an atmosphere where you feel like joining in on a family reunion as opposed to coming to eat.  There is talk amongst the tables, never a shortage of customer recommendations, and the food reminds you of your grandma or aunt’s best recipe.  And, trust me, you won’t be disappointed with the proportions; you’ll be plenty stuffed when you leave.

I encourage you to take your own Fork in the Road challenge.  Use our map (link below) or come up with your own map, you won’t be at a loss for stops.  We could all use a little more Mayberry in our lives and there are plenty of wonderful places to get it.  Or you can watch Andy Griffith daily on myFOX10 :  )

Happy dining,

Shelley

Fork in the Road map:

http://www.wthitv.com/subindex/local_guide/dining/fork_in_the_road#.UZuFKZW3UUU

Well I’m happy to report I’m still at it!  As painful (literally) as some of the WOD’s (Workout of the Day) have been, I still go back.  I can see how people call it addictive, because you have such a sense of accomplishment once you’ve completed the workout.  I’m not joking when I say my feet and legs have been trembling half way through some of these workouts and I’ve thought, “I’m never going to make it.”  But I’ve found the strength (and some modifications : ) that have pulled me through to the end and WOW, it feels great to go beyond what you thought you were capable of.

I strongly encourage you to give this program a try if you’re really looking to push your limits.  It won’t be easy and you WILL be challenged, but you will never be bored.

Visit crossfitterrehaute.uhhg.org to learn more.

I look forward to seeing you there!

Shelley

I’m still sore from my Crossfit workout on Tuesday, I think that’s good.  My tight muscles have served as a reminder when I reach for food; perhaps its my body’s way of physically making it harder to reach those unhealthy choices.

With each class I can’t say it gets any easier, in fact its designed NOT to get easier.  You’re supposed to always be challenging yourself.  But I can honestly say the workout can be modified to any fitness level and age since my partner last week was my friend Diane, who is 65 (I would have never guess that). She/we did everything the class did, but modified, and I didn’t feel out of place at all.  I’m loving the moments when I’ve completed the WOD (workout of the day), regulated my breathing, and thought, “I didn’t think I could do that.”

If you are looking for a great workout as well as a character builder, I encourage you to give Crossfit a try.  Contact them directly at 812-238-7848 or check them out on FB.

Be healthy,

Shelley

I registered, attended and survived my first REAL Crossfit class.  I must admit, I was a bit nervous about going into the “mainstream” class, but once I was there I understood what the trainers had been saying throughout the on-ramp class; that everything can be modified!  So, I was able to the moves, however, I didn’t complete the reps.  But believe me, my shoulders were still screaming the next day.  Okay, not screaming…  whimpering, but in a weird way it felt good.  It was a reminder that I did something to keep me healthy, pushed past a mind block and now I’m looking at my schedule to see when I can go back for more.  Who’s in?

I encourage you to take your own challenge and set out to discover new places as well.  And once you find them, be sure to share the enjoyment by leaving us a message on our FB page.

Bon appetite!

When I was asked to be a judge of “Fork in the Road” challenge, I didn’t really know what I was in for, but this has been so much fun.  Most of all, even being from here, I had no idea how many good, independently owned, places there were to eat. In addition to great, “home cooked” food, the atmosphere of the places has been as enjoyable as the meal.  There are no losers in this “Fork in the Road” challenge, our entire community wins by discovering new eating establishments and the restaurants win with exposure.  Week three is complete, our fourth and final week concludes with PIE.  Stay tuned and if you’re trying to decide where to eat, take a look at all of our Fork in the Road nominees.  Bon Appetit!

Ok, so last night’s workout was challenging, but I’m beginning to see how this program can become addictive.  During the workout I thought my legs were going to collapse under me, really, I’m not just saying that.  I was almost afraid to even attempt to jump on the 21″ box for fear of scraping my shins the entire way up.  But truly, after the workout was done, I had such a feeling of accomplishment and pride.  I will say it again, I would never push myself as hard as I worked out last night, but I can do it!  I hope by the time I’m through this program, I will learn my push MYSELF and not set the treadmill and at comfortable pace then tune into the TV.  I’m not there yet.

Tune in for what looks to be really interesting conversations this week on myFOX10 daytime programs.    Especially interested to see Steve Harvey on Thursday when he talks about a teacher who provides schools supplies for fellow teachers.

A big “thank you” to ALL teachers for your dedication to our kids!

Steve Harvey (2pm EST)

TUESDAY

Steve helps a wife whose husband is addicted to video games – he even brought them on their honeymoon!  Steve gives him the ultimate test when he must choose between a weekend getaway to a spa with his wife or a platinum deluxe turbo video gaming package.  Watch to see if he chooses the games over her!

Then, Steve explores some of the best interactive tools parents can use to give their kids’ grades a boost.

Finally, former “Bachelorette” Ali Fedotowsky is scouring the country for the most eligible bachelors.  Find out how you can have a chance to meet one of them!

THURSDAY

Steve helps a sixty-year-old woman who likes much younger men land a date.  Has she still got the moves?

Then, find out how an incredible teacher provides free school supplies to more than 1,200 teachers!  Steve surprises him when several teachers touched by his generosity come to say an unforgettable thank you!

Then, do you ever wonder what your man really means when he says things like “I’m fine” and “you look nice”?  Steve gets to the bottom of why people can’t just say what they really mean and discovers the real meaning behind these often-used phrases.

Ricky Lake (5pm EST)

WEDNESDAY
Give me a show with hair.long beautiful hair!!! Welcome to Hair-A-Palooza ’12.  Celebrity hair stylists Chaz Dean, Roy Teeluck, Kim Kimble and Oscar Blandi give Ricki and the audience an education on how to clean, cut, style and accessorize hair.  They will cut hair to benefit Locks of Love and Dress for Success, as well as share celebrity hair secrets.

FRIDAY
From the joyous to the heartbreaking, today’s show is about the highs and lows of adoption.  We’ll meet a white mom who adopted two kids of color and instantly turned her family into a multi-cultural one; a college student who was forced to give up her baby for adoption; and a young woman, born in Korea and raised in upstate New York, who travelled around the world to find her birth parents only to find out she was switched at birth.  Plus, a handy lesson on the pitfalls of adoption scams and how to avoid them.

 Anderson Live (3pm EST)

WEDNESDAY

The brilliantly funny MARTIN SHORT joins Anderson as co-host for the day!  Martin is making Anderson laugh as they talk about the latest stories everyone’s buzzing about in “The First 15.”  Martin also talks about his role in “Frankenweenie,” the animated Tim Burton movie that’s opening this Friday.
Fresh from her Emmy win, JULIE BOWEN, star of the hit comedy “Modern Family” is here!  Julie is telling Anderson about her behind-the-scenes experience on Emmy night, her headline-making acceptance speech, and what really happened with Sofia Vergara’s dress malfunction.  Julie is revealing her own secrets to preventing wardrobe malfunctions, and opening up about her real-life family. Find out the cause that’s very close to her heart.
We’re partnering with Good Housekeeping and putting the most popular infomercial products to the test!  Which ones fly and which ones fizzle?  Don’t be fooled by slick marketing!  Find out which “As Seen on TV” products pass Anderson and Martin’s test for you to buy… and which should be left on the screen!
Plus, Chef Tom Parker Bowles is here to “dish on the royals” and share one of his favorite recipes from his new cookbook, “Let’s Eat: Recipes from My Kitchen Notebook.”

There are a lot of great shows launching this week.  Let me know what you think!

September 25th

New Girl

Ben and Kate- New Series- Cute :  )  See what you think.

http://www.fox.com/ben-and-kate/

The Mindy Project- New Series- Looks pretty funny, check out the website.

http://www.fox.com/the-mindy-project/

September 28th

Fringe

Kitchen Nightmares

September 30th

The Simpsons

American Dad

Family Guy

Bob’s Burgers