[Leenie]

Well, I've just about incorporated everything I can into feeling warmer and I think it was just a matter of transitioning into winter mode (we had an early cold start), modifying a few meal patterns and the biggest one...exercise!

I picked up Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Budokon DVDs (bundle pack at Gaiam) and have added them to my morning. Wow...what a difference!!!!

With the Qi Gong, my hands became ice cold during the session, which I don't know if this is a common side effect. However, afterwards, I felt like I drank 3 pots of expresso I was so incredibly energized. I've always had a bit more energy than most people and with the Qi Gong I feel like my energy level is back to where it was 20+ years ago.

I've found Tai Chi to be a more calming, centering and balancing routine. I have yet to try the Budokon, as it appears much more intense and I've not done alot of exercising except for running around practicing soccer with my son. I'll just work up to it.

Thanks again to all of you for your helpful suggestions.
Leenie