The First One... an introduction

This blog is going to be a hodge-podge of sorts. I'm working on striking a balance in my life - my work is incredibly fulfilling, but I also find myself getting completely sucked into it at the expense of everything else! I'm hoping I can use this to help me remember to make some time for everything I love - I love to cook (especially natural, healthy foods), and am really working on improving my fitness and general health. My two dogs (Duke and Wendy) keep me happy and entertained, and I also LOVE the NFL. I hope to write about all these things as I incorporate them to try and strike a balance between work and play in my life.