Family Surf - ACTIVATE

Father - Son combo.

San Diego's, Jason Jenkins
PHOTO LOCATION:  Fiji, 2012

San Diego's, Carson Jenkins
PHOTO LOCATION: Fiji in a year or two !!!

Father - Son combo.

Burn Calories Playing in the Snow

Winter is such an awesome time because the snow and ice allow you to do so many fun activities. Let's see how they compare. This chart shows how many calories you burn per hour. 

Activity	Calories Burned
Building a Snowman	285 calories burned per hour
Having a Snowball Fight	319 calories burned per hour
Making Snow Angels	214 calories burned per hour

Winter Sport	120-lb woman	150-lb woman
Skiing	273	340
Snowboarding	273	340
Snowshoeing	382	476
Cross-Country Skiing	436	476
Ice Skating	327	408
Ice Hockey	436	544
Winter Hiking	327	408
Shoveling Snow	273	340
Sledding	327	408

So skip the gym this weekend, instead grab your honey, best friend or grandmother and play in the snow.


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11-11-1969 Celebration of San Diego Arrival!!!

A commemorative, the song upon arrival to celebrate my Parents beginning here in San Diego while crossing Mission Valley on this date, November 11, 1969. They were driving a four speed yellow Plymouth pulling a U-Haul trailer. "San Diego we have arrived!" 

Song:  Get Together Now

Ric Elias: 3 things I learned while my plane crashed | Video on TED.com

Ric Elias: 3 things I learned while my plane crashed | Video on TED.com

Baby Saska

Congratulations to the Saska Family. We are excited to meet Mercy!!
Much Love from the Ginns

Top Advice to Quit Smoking - 20 Reader Tips to Stop Smoking for Good

"Are you among the 70 percent of smokers who wish you could quit? Then you probably know firsthand that quitting smoking is not easy, and usually requires multiple attempts before you successfully stop. But quitting smoking for good is possible: According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, about 48 million adults are former smokers; there are more former smokers in the nation than current smokers.And many of them are Everyday Health Facebook fans, who recently shared the strategies that helped them kick butt. Here are some of our favorite motivational tips and inspirational stories."

Keep an Inspiring List

"I smoked two packs a day from age 15 to 35 and quit cold turkey 15 years ago. I wrote down all the reasons for quitting and looked at them several times a day. I kept a running total of how much money I was saving. I kept lots of hard candies. I scrubbed my house and car so they smelled good. And I walked when I really needed a smoke. The first three weeks were miserable. The next year was challenging. The second year I realized how much better I felt and freer I was." — Sharon Blavier Hargrove

Start a Healthy Hobby

"I gave up smoking and picked up running. The fitter I got, the less I wanted to ruin that feeling by smoking." — Janice Gadd

Find a Go-To Healthy Snack

"The hand-to-mouth habit is hard to break; hence why people typically gain weight, so I recommend almonds to snack on." — Tara Smith Caron "I used lollipops at first but then I switched to baby carrot sticks because I didn’t want to put on weight. I never even noticed that my pants were getting tighter until I couldn't get into them. I have gained a lot of weight since the day I quit, but I would take that because dieting is a lot easier and less drastic than dying." — Celeste Lamasa 

 

Consider Your Cancer Risk

"[I stopped] cold turkey! My best friend was diagnosed with breast cancer and it [spread] to her bones. When the cancer went to her brain, I quit — for myself, and my son! Watching her slowly die was one of the worst things I ever had to do. But I had to be there for her. If that wasn't enough to make you want to quit, I don't know what would! It’s been five years, and I crave a cig once in a while. I breathe in and out think of something different and then it’s gone!" — Pam Goodwin McGee
"I quit cold turkey five years ago. My grandmother passed away from cancer and emphysema; watching her suffer and smother was all I needed." — Dana Brantley McMullan

Quit for Your Kids

"I gave up [smoking] 25 years ago when my 4-year-old was imitating me with a cigarette while she was playing with her dolls! I was a pack-a-day smoker, and am happy I quit. Our mind is a powerful thing ... make up your mind and stick to it!" — Simona Vasquez
"I quit July 1982 after my 5-year-old son came into kitchen pretending to "smoke like mommy does.” Immediately threw out the rest of the pack, and have never looked back. It can be done. Where there is a will, there is a way!" — Eileen Kaye Carter

  

Artilce Link: Top Advice to Quit Smoking - 20 Reader Tips to Stop Smoking for Good

Compiled by Lauren Gelman

July is National Ice Cream Month

Alright, let's not get too carried away with our impeccable calorie counting habits and fitness routines because July is... National Ice Cream Month!!!

No brainer... I'll have another scoop please!

Did you know...

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. He recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious food that is enjoyed by a full 90% of the nation's population. In the proclamation, President Reagan called for all people of the United States to observe these events with "appropriate ceremonies and activities."
The International Ice Cream Association (IICA) encourages retailers and consumers to celebrate July as National Ice Cream Month. In 2011, National Ice Cream Day will be Sunday, July 17.
The U.S. ice cream industry generates more than $21 billion in annual sales and provides jobs for thousands of citizens. About 9% of all the milk produced by U.S. dairy farmers is used to produce ice cream, contributing significantly to the economic well-being of the nation's dairy industry.
Founded in 1900, IICA is the trade association for manufacturers and distributors of ice cream and other frozen dessert products. The association's activities range from legislative and regulatory advocacy to market research, education and training. Its 80 member companies manufacture and distribute an estimated 85% of the ice cream and frozen dessert products consumed in the United States. IICA is a constituent organization of IDFA.

Cowles Mtn Sunrise Hike with Nate Dog (my Nephew, AKA: Nathan) San Diego, CA

Thank you for the great hike this morning Nate Dog!

San Diego Real Estate - Michael Ginn

03.30.2011 Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego, CA - Active Living Testimonials!

Jenny - Active Mom loves to surf, run, and eat healthy!
Kiwi - Pregnant, committed to exercising outdoors 5 days a week!
Linda - 59 years old, maintains an active lifestyle to be a positive role model for her kids!
Andy - Military Vet, ultra cyclist stays hydrated by drinking plenty of water!
Keith and Diana - Enjoy nature and mountain biking together!

How to Make an Earthquake Survival Kit

Be prepared! "The Next Big One" could occur anytime here in California. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Andreas_Fault

Japan’s massive earthquake and tsunami is alerting the US west coast that the same kind of thing could happen here. In fact, say experts who study the earth’s shifting crust, the “big one” may be past due. by Brad K.

"Earthquakes effect thousands of people every year. Have an earthquake survival kit ready for your family and sleep soundly knowing you are prepared in the case of an emergency. An earthquake survival kit is easy to make and can provide you with peace of mind. Read on to learn how to make an earthquake survival kit."

Read more: How to Make an Earthquake Survival Kit | eHow.com 

Things You'll Need:

• Storage container
• Crescent wrench
• Flashlights and batteries
• Water
• Food
• Can opener
• Disinfectant
• First aid kit
• Battery-powered or hand-cranked radio
• Blankets
• Clothing and shoes
• Money
• Fire extinguisher
• Grill or camp stove