Monday, June 2, 2014
Don't BE afraid !!
I had the opportunity to watch my daughter perform at her talent show the other day.
She is in the first grade and just turned 7 years old. When she came home with the news that they would be having a talent show at school for her grade and that she WANTED to participate, my husband and I were a bit taken back.
My husband's answer was " That is definitely not something I would have volunteered or agreed to do, she must get that from you (meaning me )"
And, you know what if she did, I think it's great.
She had practiced several times at home, sometimes to music, but in the end she decided that she was not interested in using music.
So there I was with my restless 2 year old watching the other performances go on. And then it was her turn.
She started her cartwheels, front rolls and finished it with some splits. She stood up and said
"that's it" and then walked off .
Not exactly the way I pictured her to end her performance, but I was so proud of her and the effort and determination she took to get up there and do it.
Sure at last minute she could have backed down and said, I'm not good enough, I don't have a cute outfit, I'm too afraid. But she just did it like it wasn't no BIG thing.
As her mother it was.
It showed that she wasn't going to let FEAR stand in her way.
What is Fear anyways?
Fear is something that scares us. Perhaps it's speaking in front of crowds, making new friends, going on a job interview, or asking that special someone on a date.
A lot of these fears that we have are because we fear REJECTION.
But, how else would we know if we can speak in front of a crowd, make new friends, go for that job or ask that girl out if we DON'T TRY ??
That is my hope - my determination - to let others know to FEEL that they CAN !!
iT IS possible to not be afraid- take that leap of FAITH and GO !!
She is in the first grade and just turned 7 years old. When she came home with the news that they would be having a talent show at school for her grade and that she WANTED to participate, my husband and I were a bit taken back.
My husband's answer was " That is definitely not something I would have volunteered or agreed to do, she must get that from you (meaning me )"
And, you know what if she did, I think it's great.
She had practiced several times at home, sometimes to music, but in the end she decided that she was not interested in using music.
So there I was with my restless 2 year old watching the other performances go on. And then it was her turn.
"that's it" and then walked off .
Not exactly the way I pictured her to end her performance, but I was so proud of her and the effort and determination she took to get up there and do it.
Sure at last minute she could have backed down and said, I'm not good enough, I don't have a cute outfit, I'm too afraid. But she just did it like it wasn't no BIG thing.
As her mother it was.
It showed that she wasn't going to let FEAR stand in her way.
What is Fear anyways?
Fear is something that scares us. Perhaps it's speaking in front of crowds, making new friends, going on a job interview, or asking that special someone on a date.
A lot of these fears that we have are because we fear REJECTION.
But, how else would we know if we can speak in front of a crowd, make new friends, go for that job or ask that girl out if we DON'T TRY ??
That is my hope - my determination - to let others know to FEEL that they CAN !!
iT IS possible to not be afraid- take that leap of FAITH and GO !!
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Quinoa - Fast quick meal
I had a busy morning that took me from the library, followed by an unexpected visit to the zoo. I had thought about buying a zoo pass, but hadn't gotten around to it, finally today was the day! The sun was shining and the wind was real calm! So, I was in LOVE !
While at the zoo my snack supply had dwindled to yogurt pretzels for Gavin and a small container of almonds for me.
When I came home I knew I needed to cook something that was fast, healthy and YUMMY. Since I was out of, tuna, deli meat, and chicken I knew I had to get creative.
I pulled out my bag of quonia in the freezer, added a drizzle of olive to my pan and allowed it to get warm. I started to chop up onion, garlic and then became side tracked with a phone call from a dear friend.
Still I marched on adding my ingredients to the pan only to realize that it was pretty hot and started popping at me! Yikes!
After turning down the heat, I added frozen spinach, quinoa and pureed cauliflower to the mix... salt and pepper for taste and garlic powder !! Oh YUM !! Can I say YES !!
I tossed and sauteed it in the pan- and THEN plated my dish !
Wow! I was in heaven !!
This was absolutely filling and tasted soo good ! I didn't miss the meat one bit !!
Recipe for quinoa
2 cups of quinoa rinsed under cool water using a strainer
Add 4 cups of water to a pot
Bring the quinoa to a boil
Salt and stir
and bring it at a boil
Skim off any of the stuff that comes to the top
Let it boil at med heat for 10-12 mins
you should see small holes in the quinoa appear this will mean it's ready
Take off stove and let it sit for a few min- ENJOY !
When it has cooled down you can freeze some in a gallon size bag, break off pieces to warm up as needed !
Just know that when your food pantry is low on food you can always cook up an awesome meal with a few staples !
While at the zoo my snack supply had dwindled to yogurt pretzels for Gavin and a small container of almonds for me.
When I came home I knew I needed to cook something that was fast, healthy and YUMMY. Since I was out of, tuna, deli meat, and chicken I knew I had to get creative.
I pulled out my bag of quonia in the freezer, added a drizzle of olive to my pan and allowed it to get warm. I started to chop up onion, garlic and then became side tracked with a phone call from a dear friend.
Still I marched on adding my ingredients to the pan only to realize that it was pretty hot and started popping at me! Yikes!
After turning down the heat, I added frozen spinach, quinoa and pureed cauliflower to the mix... salt and pepper for taste and garlic powder !! Oh YUM !! Can I say YES !!
I tossed and sauteed it in the pan- and THEN plated my dish !
Wow! I was in heaven !!
This was absolutely filling and tasted soo good ! I didn't miss the meat one bit !!
Recipe for quinoa
2 cups of quinoa rinsed under cool water using a strainer
Add 4 cups of water to a pot
Bring the quinoa to a boil
Salt and stir
and bring it at a boil
Skim off any of the stuff that comes to the top
Let it boil at med heat for 10-12 mins
you should see small holes in the quinoa appear this will mean it's ready
Take off stove and let it sit for a few min- ENJOY !
When it has cooled down you can freeze some in a gallon size bag, break off pieces to warm up as needed !
Just know that when your food pantry is low on food you can always cook up an awesome meal with a few staples !
Sunday, May 4, 2014
New month + Warmer weather = Get ready for summer outfits !!
I LOVE the beginning of the month… not only do I feel like it's a new opportunity for me to tackle my goals, BUT especially May because that means WARMER weather for us !! Alright !!
I seriously , um love it, - park play dates, jogging outside, letting the sun rays hit you. Oh man- it's going to be great !
I am going to start training for a Half marathon and I am super excited to start, well I was and then I'm like what was I thinking ?? But, I really do love the feeling of just running outdoors and pushing my mind and body to more then I could have ever thought.
But, I am going to incorporate cross training, by using the DVDs ... oh ya! I can already FEEL the burn!!
Other NEWS
P90X3- is on sale this month along with Turbo Fire. I haven't done Turbo Fire, but I heard amazing things from it.
P90X3, is wacky- ha, really what else is there to say about it! Tony is just wild BUT the guy knows what he is doing ! And you get this AMAZING workout in only 30 minutes !! Woot woot!!
I mean really, if you haven't tried to push yourself doing an intense crazy workout then you need to just dedicate 30 minters of your day and DO IT!!
I seriously get it done in the morning and then through out the day I have to remind myself that I FINISHED MY workout!! None of this torturing myself with late night workouts. I'm busy during the day and my mind is always thinking and when the night comes I don't want to push myself physically. True story!
Find what works
Listen if you can get an awesome workout in the evening and have energy to do it THEN go at it, but if you have never tried it in the morning then get some shut eye at night and PLEASE give it a go in the morning- YES thank me later :)
Those are my ramblings - I will check in with you all LATER this week !! Make it GREAT !
Q-Are you a morning person or NIGHT person when it comes to working out ?? Would love to hear in the comments !
I seriously , um love it, - park play dates, jogging outside, letting the sun rays hit you. Oh man- it's going to be great !
I am going to start training for a Half marathon and I am super excited to start, well I was and then I'm like what was I thinking ?? But, I really do love the feeling of just running outdoors and pushing my mind and body to more then I could have ever thought.
But, I am going to incorporate cross training, by using the DVDs ... oh ya! I can already FEEL the burn!!
Other NEWS
P90X3- is on sale this month along with Turbo Fire. I haven't done Turbo Fire, but I heard amazing things from it.
P90X3, is wacky- ha, really what else is there to say about it! Tony is just wild BUT the guy knows what he is doing ! And you get this AMAZING workout in only 30 minutes !! Woot woot!!
I mean really, if you haven't tried to push yourself doing an intense crazy workout then you need to just dedicate 30 minters of your day and DO IT!!
Find what works
Listen if you can get an awesome workout in the evening and have energy to do it THEN go at it, but if you have never tried it in the morning then get some shut eye at night and PLEASE give it a go in the morning- YES thank me later :)
Those are my ramblings - I will check in with you all LATER this week !! Make it GREAT !
Q-Are you a morning person or NIGHT person when it comes to working out ?? Would love to hear in the comments !
Would Love to hear from you- Contact me if you are interested in trying one of these programs out ! Ill Coach you for FREE !!
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
SPECIAL : Good until April 30- LOSE weight and Ill give you a GIFT CARD
i LOVE - i MEAN LOVE
T25 !!
Hands down everyone that gets their hands on it starts to see results!
I love it so much that I want you to try it!
I will give you a Gift card to Amazon!
Details -
1-Buy the challenge pack
2- Connect on Facebook - add me as a friend
3- Send me confirmation that you bought it
4- Start working out to the program for 10 weeks
5- After week 5 I will send you your Gift Card to Amazon - easy peasy :)Monday, April 28, 2014
Eat foods FIRST made from the EARTH and then FROM the factory
Have you ever told yourself that you are going to stay away from donuts or that chocolate cake at an event. And guess what ends up happening, you just want to devour that cake and then some!
I don't believe in eliminating certain foods, but instead in finding alternative solutions that will remedy that desire.
Let's face it, some of the most delicious foods there are- can be filled with fat and sugar. Our taste buds have been conditioned to want them and crave them.
What I have learned is that it's not about the food you are craving that matter BUT what you ate through the day THAT will determine your CRAVINGS!
I don't believe in eliminating certain foods, but instead in finding alternative solutions that will remedy that desire.
Let's face it, some of the most delicious foods there are- can be filled with fat and sugar. Our taste buds have been conditioned to want them and crave them.
What I have learned is that it's not about the food you are craving that matter BUT what you ate through the day THAT will determine your CRAVINGS!
What do I mean?
If you fill your body up with foods that are pure, natural and healthy for you - throughout the day you will realize that you don't crave or desire for foods that are high in fat and sugar.Let me share an experience
I was visiting my husband at his work and he came out to share a chocolate candy with my son, I opened it and decided that i would try some… not that I wanted it, but only because it was there I decided I would try it. And I started to chew it and realized how gross it tasted. YUCK ! I spit it out!
This is what I am referring to, because my taste buds and my body are not used to eating this way the pure taste of it has left a disgusting taste in my mouth!
So, what does this experience mean to you?
To me, it taught me how my tastebuds have been conditioned to appreciate real food. When i feel like eating a piece of something sweet what I do first is eat a healthy treat and then drink water and then I will see if I really want that TREAT ! Usually by then I may enjoy a small treat but nothing over the top because I satisfied that need with something else in my mouth.
As you slowly make the transition to healthier foods you will realize what a difference it will make to your taste buds, cmon I dare you taste it for yourself !
So, what does this experience mean to you?
To me, it taught me how my tastebuds have been conditioned to appreciate real food. When i feel like eating a piece of something sweet what I do first is eat a healthy treat and then drink water and then I will see if I really want that TREAT ! Usually by then I may enjoy a small treat but nothing over the top because I satisfied that need with something else in my mouth.
As you slowly make the transition to healthier foods you will realize what a difference it will make to your taste buds, cmon I dare you taste it for yourself !
Friday, April 18, 2014
How Dieting and Budgeting are a lot alike
I was recently talking to a friend who was asking me for advice on how to lose some weight. She was frustrated with the results that she was getting.
I proceeded to ask her some questions. What do you eat? What are your workouts like?
As she explained to me what she did for workouts and what she ate, I then gave her an assignment.
I said I want you to track exactly what you ate for one day. And then report back to me.
She and I have similar goals. We both want to pay off debt and we both enjoy using the envelope system.
And, so then I went on to tell her dieting is like budgeting: Well how so?
If someone asked me for advice on how to pay off debt, I would ask them to start tracking where they are spending their money.
This is the only way one will know where there money is going.
Same way for losing weight - if you don't know where your calories are going then you will not get far.
So- where should you start from here ?
Take that pen and paper and start writing down where those calories or dollars are being spent- you may be surprised how much is being wasted.
I proceeded to ask her some questions. What do you eat? What are your workouts like?
As she explained to me what she did for workouts and what she ate, I then gave her an assignment.
I said I want you to track exactly what you ate for one day. And then report back to me.
She and I have similar goals. We both want to pay off debt and we both enjoy using the envelope system.
And, so then I went on to tell her dieting is like budgeting: Well how so?
If someone asked me for advice on how to pay off debt, I would ask them to start tracking where they are spending their money.
This is the only way one will know where there money is going.
Same way for losing weight - if you don't know where your calories are going then you will not get far.
So- where should you start from here ?
Take that pen and paper and start writing down where those calories or dollars are being spent- you may be surprised how much is being wasted.
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