I’m here to say that Crazy Busy Life + Sleep Deprivation + Daylight Savings = Pretty lame food choices. Ya. My weekend was pretty weak. I could have done a LOT worse though. ************************** On Friday, my daughter asked if she and her 8 year old brother could make a treat. My first thought was, “Dang it.” Then I realized it was Friday and I loved making treats when I was a kid and I don’t want to deprive them all the time, etc., etc., etc.! So, I said “Yes!” They wanted to make chocolate chip cookies (my fav!), however Continue Reading…
Resistance Training is your Friend
As I was leaving the gym the other day, I was thinkin’….. I felt just a little bit leaner, stronger and healthier….and I was very happy about it. I remembered when I left that same class the week before I felt a little sluggish and poofy. Interesting…… Well, if you recall….last week I was living high on the hog! I was chowin’ down on the sugar and livin’ it up! It was very fun, but it really did have an affect on my body. I felt bloated, more tired and I craved crappy food all the time! On the flip Continue Reading…
Keep on Pluggin…
I was talking to my (hardcore) sister the other day and she seemed a little bit bugged that I ate a few treats over the weekend. 😉 I told her I was a little bit of a slacker, but I was hittin’ it hard this week. She said, “I thought you weren’t going to eat any treats in January?” Well….er….uh….I did say that didn’t I??? Dang. My sister and I (and pretty much all my siblings) have the same treat addiction problem so we’re always trying to motivate each other and keep each other on track. It’s awesome. So, I’m Continue Reading…
Grinchy Candy Cane Protein Shake
It is so tough to eat well this time of year!!! It seems like there are parties, dinners, treats and candy everywhere! For example, my cute little 8 year old son came home from Scouts the other day with this gem… Ummm, ya. He told me I could have some too….so I of course had a nibble or 4 so he wouldn’t feel bad. 😉 ************************* Last night I went to a fun Progressive Dinner thing with the ladies from my church. I was determined to eat as well as I could…but, I did NOT! I was a little bit Continue Reading…
Salad; a Healthy Diet Staple
I thought I would write a post about SALAD, ‘cuz I love it! YUM! It’s such a healthy diet powerhouse! It’s super healthy, low in calories, versatile, goes with anything, and is a great way to eat tons of veggies! However, I don’t know about you, but when I make salads at home, they only last a day or two before they turn grody and wilted. So, I came up with a “system” that helps to keep my salads yummy, fresh and plentiful! It’s not rocket science, but I thought I’d share it with you nonetheless. ***************************** K, so I Continue Reading…
How to RESIST Cravings!!
I went Christmas shopping with my two littlest kids today. I LOVE shopping at Christmastime! Kev would rather take a beating, but I LOVE it! I love the hustle and bustle, the Christmas decorations, music and just the magic of the season!! ************************ Anyway, while I was out shopping, I drove by my FAVORITE treat shop 3-4 times! Each time I drove by, it called my name….BIG TIME! Oh, and in case you want to know, my favorite treat shop is called The Sweet Tooth Fairy. They have the best cupcakes and sugar cookies on the planet….YUM! Here’s an idea Continue Reading…