What’s that popping noise?
It’s wallpaper.
It’s a toy.
It’s a stress reliever.
It’s a packing product.
Ta Da! IT’S BUBBLE WRAP!
You guessed it. Monday is National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day!
Make sure you properly “appreciate” this wonderful invention by discovering more about it at: https://wimpygirl.com/wrap-it-up
#bubblewrap #bubblewrapday #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
If you are one of those people who enjoy exercising when it’s cold, just move right along and pretend you didn’t see this cartoon and blog post. You go, Snow Ninja!
But, if you dislike cold weather as much as I do, here are a few strategies to help you continue your outside walking or running routine even when there is snow on the ground. https://wimpygirl.com/brrr/
Counting down the days till Spring!
#winterworkout #outdoorworkout #winterfitness #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
Have you ever tried to tackle some task or goal that seemed completely unreachable? Like running a marathon, or losing 40 pounds. You really, really want it to happen but you just can’t connect the dots to make it so. Here are a few ideas that might help you finally conquer what seemed impossible at: https://wimpygirl.com/onward-upward
#settinggoals #goals #motivation #success #fitness #mindset #inspiration #fitnessmotivation #healthylifestyle #wimpygirl
Come on out of your shell and get busy on your resolutions for 2023. Check out today’s blog to find out what Capt’n Clean and I are resolving to do for this next year at: https://wimpygirl.com/resolution
…and have a happy, healthy New Year!
#HappyNewYear #happy2023 #resolutions #wimpygirlcomics #wimpygirl #healthylifestyle
Happy Holidays from our family to yours. May your holidays be filled with love and laughter.
~Wimpy Girl & Capt’n Clean
https://wimpygirl.com/Merry-Christmas
Tis the season to be…well, overwhelmed? If you are worried that you may be pigging out on carbs too much this holiday, chillax. Today’s blog gives you helpful ideas to curb your carb craving. Feast your eyes on: https://wimpygirl.com/Christmas-carb-load
#carbloading #carb #holidaysplurging #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
“…the tackier the better, the uglier the sweater…” It’s Ugly Sweater Day! It’s time to pull our gaudiest, most garish holiday sweaters out of the closet and wear them with pride. Admit it, it just wouldn’t be Christmas without them. For fun, join me in checking out some of the most tawdry holiday sweaters ever to grace the silver screen at: https://wimpygirl.com/get-ugly
and celebrate the season by showing off yours.
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #uglysweaterday #uglysweater #uglychristmassweater
Stop what you are doing right now. Look down at your wrist. How many steps have you taken today? If all you see is freckles or Mickey Mouse staring back at you, you need a fitness tracker. Find out how one of these wonderful devices can change your life (in a really good way) at https://wimpygirl.com/naughty-or-nice
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #fitnesstracker #fitbit #naughtyornice
Instead of being frazzled and freaked out by the holiday season, maybe we can grasp some coping strategies from the most wigged out girl in all classic literature, Alice in Wonderland. Join me in a trip down the rabbit hole to find some profound holiday advice at: https://wimpygirl.com/bonkers
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #holidayadvice #preparingforthe holidays #aliceinwonderland #lewiscarroll
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Who’s the leader of the pack? Well it’s that cheerful little rodent recognized all over the world, Mickey Mouse.
Today is Mickey Mouse Day!
Join me in a trip down memory lane as we celebrate this beloved cartoon mouse, and you just might learn a few facts that you may not have known at:
https://wimpygirl.com/mickey-mouse-day
Happy Birthday, Mickey Mouse!
#mickeymouse #mickeymouseday #happybirthdaymickeymouse #disney #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
Which part of a newspaper do you normally read first? Sports? Lifestyle? Current Events?
For me, it’s always the comics page which I grew up calling the “funny papers.”
One of the most iconic comic strips of all time is Al Capp’s Li’l Abner. And I think it’s really cool that a holicay, Sadie Hawkins Day, was the result of a cartoon.
Yes, it’s outdated (Sadie Hawkins was introduced in 1937), but I’m all about empowering women. Check out how this holiday, where womens ask out men, came into being and was an annual event in Dogpatch. https://wimpygirl.com/sadie-hawkins-day
#lilabner #sadiehawkins #sadiehawkinsday
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
A few years back I saw a magazine page with a model clad in platform shoes and bell bottom jeans. The advertising tag said, “Go for That Vintage Look!” I felt really old because that is exactly how I looked in high school.
If you can relate to having once had a closet full of “retro” clothes, take a trip with me down memory lane at: https://wimpygirl.com/eat-your-heart-out
…and try not to rub it in too much if you can still fit into your bell bottoms…please!
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #retrolook #70sfashion
A new cartoon every Friday, plus special days! Greetings to you on Day of the Dead. One of the most beautiful holidays celebrated each year… Read More »Day of the Dead
Are you prepared for the Zombie Apocalypse? If not, have no fear because today’s Wimpy Girl post will get you ready. You won’t want to miss this one folks: https://wimpygirl.com/zombie-apocalypse
Happy Halloween!
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #happyhalloween
#halloween #zombies #zombieapocalypse #runningfromazombie
In a fun competition with friends to see who could create the best horror story, Mary Shelley (at age 18) came up with the idea for her timeless novel, Frankenstein. Since it was first published in 1816, the classic has never gone out of print.
Today is Frankenstein Friday, and to get ready for monster season, we celebrate Victor Frankenstein, his lonely creature and the incredible life of Mary Shelley.
Find out some curious facts (things I didn’t know) about Mary and her book at: https://wimpygirl.com/frankenstein-friday
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #frankenstein #frankensteinfriday #maryshelley
As far as I know, runner’s high is still legal in all 50 states, Canada and Mexico. It’s one of the biggest reasons I run and exercise.
Runner’s high is euphoric and makes me feel like I’ve got life figured out. I don’t. But it feels that wasy. Find out all about it at: https://wimpygirl.com/runners-high
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #runnershigh #cartoonsforrunners #cartoonsforexercisers #exercise
Who turned up the heat? There’s no doubt about it, menopausal women are HOTTIES! Check out this fun look at menopause as Wimpy Girl’s alter ego Minnie Pawse tells all at: https://wimpygirl.com/minnie-pawse
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #menopause #worldmenopauseday
Did you know that I Love Lucy is the only television show that has never stopped broadcasting since its first episode which aired on October 15, 1951? I really, really love Lucille Ball and her terrific comedic talent, so, in honor of National I Love Lucy Day (tomorrow, October 15) this week’s story is all about everything LUCY! Check it out at: https://wimpygirl.com/i-love-lucy
#ilovelucyday #lucilleball #ilovelucy #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
It’s World Smile Day! You know what? The smiley face knows no politics, no geographic boundaries, no socioeconimic barriers. It’s all about doing acts of kindness and helping one person smile.
Find out how the smiley face came into being (no it wasn’t invented by Forrest Gump) at https://wimpygirl.com/smile
…and don’t forget to dazzle everyone you meet with your beautiful smile today, and every day.
#worldsmileday #smileday #smile #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
Coffee. We drink it, we savor it, we love it. And, this weekend we celebrate it. September 29th the US and Canada celebrates the lucious brown brew, and then on October 1st the rest of the world joins the salute for International Coffee Day.
I love coffee. So how about observing the holidays by spotllighting a few famous coffee lovers throughout history who share my passion? The list may surprise you, but I promise you’ll get a caffeinated “kick” out of this week’s blog: https://wimpygirl.com/a=toast
Enjoy the best part of waking up this weekend!
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #coffee #coffeeday #internationalcoffeeday
It’s fall, ya’ll. What better time to talk about falling, than the first day of fall? You guessed it, it’s Fall Prevention Day.
I’m pretty much an expert at the falling thing. Clumsy and wimpy too. So here are a few ideas to prevent falls for all of us. https://wimpygirl.com/jead-over-heels
…and enjoy the cooler weather!
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #fallprevention #fallpreventionday
Gather up your maties and grab some grog. It’s International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Aargh! Check out the Wimpy Girl version of some mighty salty language at: https://wimpygirl.com/Aargh!
#TalkLikeAPirateDay #PirateDay #PirateTalk #PirateLingo #AarghMatey #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
Face the changes, not your relection. Are you a serial dieter? I was. Face it, nobody wants to spend their life dieting. Find out what’s working for me at: https://wimpygirl.com/the-showdown
#weightloss #weightlossjourney #fitness #healthylifestyle #motivation #health #fitnessmotivation #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
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One Ringy Dingy! It’s time to celebrate Emma M. Nutt, the first female telephone operator. She was quite an incredible woman, and not at all a “nut” as her name would lead us to believe. Get the scoop on this Superwoman (without the cape) at: http://wimpygirl.com/emma-nutt-day
Remember the Disney princesses that we all wanted to be as kids? How do you think these twinkling fairy-tale girls would do in today’s world? I think not so well. They were pretty messed up and would probably be “labeled” with some fancy smancy psychoses. See if you agree at: https://wimpygirl.com/princess-wimpy-girl
#wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics #disneyprincess #disney #disneymagic
Today is Senior Citizens Day!Aging is inevitable and it shouldn’t be scary. You’re never too old to live your dream. Celebrating extraordinary seniors at https://wimpygirl.com/never-say-never
Love is a beautiful thing but sometimes it can be difficult to show your other half how much you care. That’s why National Couples Day was created! Remember: your love is worth celebrating! Find out how Wimpy Girl and Capt’n Clean commemorate “couplehood” at https://wimpygirl.com/reality-check
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Calling all bibliophiles! It’s National Book Lovers Day everyone! In honor of this great day, I’ve put together a list of some of my favorite exercise/running motivational and inspirational books at: https://wimpygirl.com/hit-the-books
Happy reading!
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Celebrate the best fruit ever! It’s National Avocado Day! Find out more about this marvelous, scrumptious “good” fat at: https://wimpygirl.com/avocado-insults
#avocado #healthyfood #avocadolover #avocadotoast #healthylifestyle #guacamole #wimpygirl #wimpygirlcomics
A new cartoon every Friday, plus special days! I must admit it. I run funny. Not like “ha ha,” “tell me a joke” funny, but… Read More »Plato
It’s the most wonderful day of the year…well almost. It’s National Ice Cream Day! Woo hoo! Get the “scoop” at: https://wimpygirl.com/we-all-scream-for
Hey you! Here’s your perfect excuse to embrace your inner dork. It’s National Be a Dork Day! Celebrate by being your most authentic self. Wear your favorite dorky clothes and watch your favorite dork movies, and eat your favorite dork food.
Do you want to be cool? Are you always worrying about what other people will think of you? I understand. But being a Wimpy Girl doesn’t mean that you aren’t true to yourself. Find out more at: https://wimpygirl.com/the-real-mccoy
Today is International Joke Day. It’s a day to make everyone around the world smile, giggle or have a hearty belly laugh. Find out more at https://wimpygirl.com/just-joking
…and have a hilariously happy day!
No pain, no gain
Pain while exercising? That’s a good thing! If you have pain while working out and it goes away shortly after, then you are fine. If you have pain while working out and it doesn’t go away, then something not so good is going on. Learn how to tell which is which at: http://wimpygirl.com/pain
It’s not just for kids! Today is National Eat Your Vegetables Day, so how about making friends with your favorite veggies and discovering some over-the-top cool facts about them.
We all have them. You know, those nasty, negative devil thoughts in our heads that tell us we can’t do something. Mine comes through loud and clear when I’m running. Learn more about how to overcome “The Voice” in today’s blog piece:
https://wimpygirl.com/the-voice/
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Stop what you are doing right now and give me a few laps! Tomorrow (June 1) is Global Running Day where people of all ages from all over the world (78 countries) celebrate running by, well, running. Walking fast or jogging is also allowed. Check out how to get involved (everything is free and virtual) at: https://wimpygirl.com/dilemma
Let’s all stay healthy together!
Happy National Sunscreen Day!
The sun is back! Yay! Sunshine and warm weather mean great summer activities and fun. But, it’s not so great for our skin. Find out some things you might not know about protecting your skin this summer at https://wimpygirl.com/protection/
Happy National Sunscreen Day!
The sun is back! Yay! Sunshine and warm weather mean great summer activities and fun. But, it’s not so great for our skin. Find out some things you might not know about protecting your skin this summer at https://wimpygirl.com/protection/
Let’s discuss asparagus! Today is (you guessed it) National Asparagus Day. Get a few “tips” about this important, versatile veggie at: https://wimpygirl.com/asparagus-tips/
Have you come out of hibernation yet? It’s time to get your body and confidence ramped up for warmer weather. Here are a few ideas to jump start your “in progress” plan for summer. Enjoy! https://wimpygirl.com/in-progress
Actually, my Mama never owned a pair of running shoes…ever. Despite her aversion to sweat, she gave me so much. I miss her. Read this special Mother’s Day tribute to my Mama at: https://wimpygirl.com/yo-mama/
Happy Mother’s Day!
Then it comes to running races, whether you come in first or last doesn’t really matter, as long as you keep moving. Tomorrow is the US National Fitness Day. Running, walking, gym time, tennis, golf, etc. How will you celebrate?
Today is all about munching down on green stuff! It’s National Salad Day! Discover a lot of cool salad stuff on today’s blog and then get your veggie vibe going, eat green and give your jeans a break!
Fly like a Superhero Today!
On National Superhero Day we celebrate more than just Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman. We celebrate all heroes both real and fictional. Check out today’s toon/blog for some cool ways to celebrate…or you can just hang around and be funny. Have a gigglingly great weekend!
Does your eco-consciousness need a boost? This special Earth Day cartoon and blog reveal some ways to show some love to our planet each day as you walk or run. Small steps do make a difference.
Happy Earth Day!
What do you normally do for Easter? Hide eggs, attend a church service, gorge on chocolate, or watch a bunny rabbit hop around town? In the spirit of the season, today Wimpy Girl decorates her Easter eggs in a 5K Color Run. F
You’re in a hurry, you want to get out on the trail or to the gym. But, don’t forget the most important parts of your workout regimen: stretching. This Wimpy Girl webtoon is sure to make you laugh and the blog post that goes with it outlines some basic stretches for any fitness level. So, wake up, smell (or guzzle) the coffee and S-T-R-E-T-C-H!
If it seems like it is always raining in your life, you know what that means? More time to dance! No one get’s to escape life storms. No one. Instead of focusing on the problems, and we’ve all had plenty of those the past few years, maybe it is time to put on your dancing shoes. Getting wet sure helps Wimpy Girl feel better!
Celebrate International Carrot Day
Eh, what’s up doc?
Today is all about celebrating the healthy benefits of carrots and the perfect time to introduce Wimpy Girl’s Leafy Laffs webtoons. Eating healthy can be difficult, so Leafy Laffs are intended to be the spoonful of chuckles to help the vegetables go down.
Carrots are tasty, healthy, and even magical. Check out today’s post for recipes and a ton of cool carrot stuff.
Whether it is a dainty glisten or drenching buckets, a bit part of any fitness program involves SWEAT. This week’s webtoon and blog post is about sweating. Check it out and have a glowing weekend!
If you’ve always wanted to be Irish, today’s your chance because the saying goes, “Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!”
There are some fun facts about how this special day is celebrated at: https://wimpygirl.com/lucky-runner/
This week’s story is all about the magic of new beginnings and venturing outside your old self by taking a Leap of Faith.
Enjoy the read and don’t forget to join the Wimpy Girl mailing list for more giggles in your inbox each week.
Have you seen the Disney movie Encanto? If not, try to. It’s incredible. It was the inspiration for this week’s cartoon.
Wimpy Girl has lots of ideas about showing lotsa LOVE today at https://wimpygirl.com/my-heart/
It’s Make a New Friend Day! Yay! So this week’s cartoon and blog are about friendship! For example, did you know that even whales have bff’s??? Such a comforting thought as I weighed myself this morning.
Today is the perfect time to be friendly. Smile. And, if you don’t make a new friend, reach out and touch an old one because there’s nothing better than hanging out with an old friend and saying, “Remember when?” Enjoy!
This week’s Wimpy Girl cartoon gets the “booby” prize for guaranteed giggles. Don’t forget to read the blog post that accompanies it at: https://wimpygirl.com/support-bra/
Enjoy!
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Even in these turbulent times, I still have a dream and hope you do too. Thank you Reverend King for reminding us. Happy Birthday Martin!
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