Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Democratic Republic of Congo: My Cause
"Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress..." --James 1:27...
The Fitness Fun Stuff
There are a couple of reasons why I'm excited today.First of all...I got to begin my day with Crossfit. Always a win. I almost didn't go because I've not been feeling wonderful the past two days.But I did -- scaled down and got my endorphin high for the morning! Best?...
Tara Stiles Yoga Style Score
Just sitting here like this actually calmed me down. I can start no other way but to say I am obsessed with the clothes I'm wearing in these photos! Silky soft, breathable and fabulous.They actually come from Reebok's brand new Tara Stiles yoga line -- and they hit...
Balance Bars for the Win
I'm always game to try something new, so when the folks at Balance Bar® offered to send me a pack of assorted bars, of course I said yes!I'm always a little skeptical of any kind of bar because....gluten-free, fat-free, sugar-free, flour-free, etc. -- it can turn into...
Trident Crossfit: #GetAfterIt
Today, I want to tell you a little bit about my Crossfit box.Why? Because it's awesome.I only discovered Trident Crossfit because it happens to be half a mile down the road from my house. In this city, having something that close is miracle. I seriously love the...
Fitness Truth From the Inside Out
Meredith in CongoA friend posted something yesterday that I wanted to share with you. It struck me because as we look at Pinterest and brands and magazines and "inspirational" photos, it's easy to forget what's more important than being "in shape" or a certain weight....