Happy July! Yay!
Soooo, this morning I decided to make a big batch of Protein Packed Pancakes. I love them so much and could eat them every day! I love to make a bunch so I can freeze them.
While they were cooking, my 10 year old walked into the kitchen and said….”Oooo, you’re making pancakes mom?!”
I said, “Yes, but they’re protein pancakes.” I also reminded him of how yummy AND healthy they are! After asking if he wanted any, he quickly said, “No thanks, mom” and made himself something else to eat.
A few minutes later my 15 year old walked in and said, “What’s that yummy smell?” “What are you cooking mom!?” The conversation pretty much ended the same way.
No kidding, a few minutes later, KEV walked into the kitchen and excitedly said, “You made pancakes hon?” I said, “YES, but they are PROTEIN pancakes!” I told him how my conversations with the boys went and we laughed because Kev wasn’t interested in my pancakes either. 🙁
What the heck people!!??! These pancakes are good and SOOOO yummy AND way better for you!! What’s not to love?
Oh well, it made for a good laugh. I guess it also leaves more for me, huh?
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Oh and my cute daughter is gone for the week at a girls camp. 🙁
She is such a calming force and peacemaker in our home. It’s tough to have her gone. My two littlest boys have missed her so much! They were crying the night before she left, so she took a picture of herself with each of them so they could remember her while she was gone.
Too cute.
They love their sissy.
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Well I decided to kick it up a notch (health-wise) this week. I’ve told you guys that my motivation has seriously been lacking lately. I’ve fallen into the trap of thinking things like….
- I’m so (huge, tired, pregnant, worn out, stressed, busy, etc.), so I deserve to have (cookies, cake, ice cream, fries, candy, etc.)
- Since I’m about 8 months pregnant, it’s totally fine if I don’t exercise today…or tomorrow…or the next day….
- Since I’m about 8 months pregnant, I really should indulge in a bunch of my favorite (non-healthy) foods because I’m going to shape-up big time after baby is here!
- Ya know, I don’t need to eat perfectly or exercise a lot because the scale is only going up and I’m not going to see any results from my efforts.
You get the picture. Yes, those thoughts are dangerous and can lead to a lot of damage!
Soooo, since I AM extra tired and my stamina and motivation is severely lacking, I decided to make myself a very short-term goal. I’m really not in the mood to tackle a giant “healthy plan” or do a mega overhaul of my life right now. A nice short-term goal is exactly what I need.
Soooo, I decided to make this whole entire week (all 7 days!) very, very healthy.
I’m not having any sugary stuff (not even chocolate chips!), fried foods, white flour, processed foods, etc. I’m also trying to load up on lots of fruits, veggies, lean meats, whole grains (the good kind), eggs, nuts, yogurt, etc.
I’m also trying to exercise at least 5 days this week!
Soooo, aside from my protein pancakes, here are a few other things I’ve been eating…
Veggie/egg scrambles consisting of one egg + 3-4 egg whites and onions, peppers, olives, avocado, tomato and cheese. YUM!
Various yogurt/cottage cheese concoctions. I love to top them with nuts, chia seeds and fruit.
Leftover chicken salad on top of lettuce. I love this meal/snack because I can throw it together in 2 seconds, flat.
I made Hawaiian Haystacks and watermelon for dinner last night….
I love them so much, but they are kind of a pain to make. Thankfully Kev helped me quite a bit.
I made the gravy and quinoa/rice while he chopped up the toppings and took the chicken off of a rotisserie chicken. It’s a lot of work, but so so yummy!
I also decided to walk while my two boys were at track practice yesterday.
I just walked and walked and walked on the sidewalk that encircles the track. I ended up walking almost 3 miles. Woo hoo.
It was quite hot (in the 80’s), but there was a slight breeze, which was nice. I actually enjoyed the “workout” and might just do it again soon!
I’m going to be very stubborn this week and “stick to my guns!” I’m also aware there’s a holiday on Friday, dang it. BUT, I’m not going to give in! There are so many reasons/excuses out there that can be used to “justify” lack of exercise/unhealthy eating habits. BUT, I know it is VITAL to stay committed during the hard times too.
Well, it’s getting late and I need to get my sleep. I will also share my 33 weeks pregnant picture…
Yay! I hope you all have a wonderful night!
Kids are so wonderful. I love how your daughter took pictures with her little brothers for them to keep a part of her while she’s gone. I hope she enjoys some girl time at camp.
Walking is probably better for your poor 8-month-pregnant-stressed-body than a more strenuous workout anyway, right? I have to laugh though, living in Florida. If it were 80 degrees here, I would think that was heavenly and cool right now.
You gave me a great idea, too. The next time I want a treat for myself, maybe I’ll tell my kids it’s a “healthy” or “protein” treat so they’ll lose interest and leave it all for me, LOL!
I enjoy my kiddos so so much and my daughter had a great time at camp! I agree with you, walking is probably the best thing for my body right now. I’m really starting to learn that and have been slowing down a bit. It’s a good thing!
Um, to be honest, all the food you displayed here – I am drooling over! I do not eat any of the foods you’re trying to avoid, and haven’t in 12 years, so healthy, unprocessed foods – I CRAVE!! If you keep up the lifestyle long enough, you will crave them too!!! 🙂 And you will totally be able to find a way to incorporate some chocolate-flavored love in your life! Un-sweetened cocoa powder, mixed with stevia and sprinkled over roasted butternut squash perhaps?!?!
I’m so amazed you’ve kept your diet so healthy for so long! When I eat well for a long time, my cravings go away and I feel so great. I love it, but it seems that chocolate and decadent things always call my name. My goal is to keep them out of my life MOST of the time, so I can really enjoy and appreciate them SOME of the time, lol. 😉
I don’t like to eat pancakes when I’m eating out but homemade pancakes are the best!
Good job on walking 3 miles! I need to get more walks in during my day. I am constantly glued to my chair and I know it’s horrible for my body!
I love homemade pancakes so much more too! I know, I’m glued to my chair a lot too. It’s tough to fit everything in!!!
I can completely relate to that feeling of “oh I’m pregnant so it doesn’t count…” Ugh. It’s so hard! But I’m trying to eat really really healthy during the week so I can enjoy myself a bit on the weekends. This week I’ve been focusing a lot on my fruit and veggie intake!
It’s SO TOUGH to eat well when I feel so tired and blah all the time. But, I agree with you….I try to eat better on the weekdays so I can indulge a little on the weekends. I LOVE the weekend!
You’re such a cute mama to be! Great job with walking 3 miles, that’s awesome!
Thanks so much!
You are getting so close – can’t wait to “meet” your newest little cutie!!!
I love that your boys are so attached to their sister!!!
We can hardly wait to meet him too! I’m counting down the days…..
You look beautiful! And I laughed out loud about the protein pancakes – no one in my house eats them either!
Thanks so much! I’m happy to hear your family rejects your protein pancakes too, lol!
I bet if they would have tried the pancakes they would never have even noticed the difference.
I think you’re right! My littlest kids love them, but my big kids seem to turn their noses up at my “healthy concoctions.”
I’m usually pretty good about eating clean, and then my mama bakes cookies and all rules go out the window. HA, actually that’s one of the reasons I DO eat so clean, to justify my cookie intake.
I agree! I love good, clean food, but I’ll ALWAYS love/need cookies!
Your family doesn’t know what they’re missing out on! Protein pancakes are amazing!
Good luck with everything, you look AMAZING for 8 months and I’m sure all that healthy eating is a huge part of it.
I know, I LOVE Protein Pancakes SO MUCH! Thanks so much for your kind words. I’m looking forward to getting the whole pregnancy part over-with and enjoying a sweet little baby!