I’ve been feeling lost recently; like something big is missing from my life. Have you ever felt that way? No idea which way to turn; which path to take. I’ve found myself self-soothing with sweets (a whole other blog post ), which I know isn’t the way
Continue Reading →Our new minivan – roomy & perfect for a road trip! We’re taking a road trip to the Midwest next week to celebrate my maternal grandfather’s 75th birthday. I’m really excited to see my family, but boy am I stressed!! So much work goes into planning a
Continue Reading →Expectations. We’ve all got ‘em. That’s usually at the root of stress in any relationship or situation. You expect someone/something to do one thing, they do another and it rocks your world. It’s completely natural, but can be unsettling. Before my son was born I had high
Continue Reading →It’s that time of the year when everyone starts to focus on their weight – after indulging in rich foods and delicious holiday sweets. A lot of people start to feel jiggly around the middle – myself included. Now’s the time to get back on track! I’ve
Continue Reading →Adrenal fatigue is kicking my butt again – and just when I thought I was healed. The symptoms quietly snuck up on me until one day I stopped and said, “Wait a minute…is it back?” I was feeling exhausted, my brain was cloudy, my motivation was gone.
Continue Reading →Ready for some fresh, crisp, green broccoli with a twist? This isn’t your typical soggy and limp broccoli that’s been overcooked – this is WAY better. You might be shocked when your kids start asking for seconds! Roasted Broccoli with Lemon Garlic and Toasted Pine Nuts Ingredients
Continue Reading →To some this snack may sound strange. To others it may be intriguing. Eat leafy greens – for a snack?? Sure! This is yet another yummy and healthy snack to try when you’re having a salt craving. Just wash the kale, tear the leaves into little pieces,
Continue Reading →***My skin felt great afterwards and smelled SO good! Strangely enough, this mask curbed my chocolate cravings. How’s that for indulging in chocolate without the calories? Chocolate Facial Mask This creamy mask is an excellent moisturizer, leaving your skin baby soft. Recommended for normal skin. 1/3 cup
Continue Reading →At Derek’s insistence I picked up a couple of pumpkins at our local farm stand a couple of weeks ago with high hopes of baking them and making all sorts of yummy creations. Then – life got in the way. Does that ever happen to you? Everyday I
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