Is it really possible to crave brussel sprouts? Last night Mitch opted into "meatless Monday," dinner. I roasted halved brussel sprouts and cut up sweet potatoes (with olive oil, sea salt and fresh herbs). The natural color combination is so beautiful. Served with a garden salad it was just what I was craving. Mitch also had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, and I had … [Read more...] about Peaceandfitness
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Springing into Spring
Welcome to spring. Congratulations to Kyle and Nicole on their successful 5k this weekend. Great job, both of you! The farmer's market was chock full of great produce at great prices yesterday, morning. We spent under 25 dollars and got so much great stuff. Last night I made myself the same thing I sometimes order at Big Bear...a grilled veggie platter, with black beans … [Read more...] about Springing into Spring
Get Your Motor Running
So, a week ago I started drinking the Braggs apple cider vinegar and...well...I know this is way too much information (TMI) but, my nagging, bleed every morning hemorrhoid, hasn't nagged or bled since. I am still thinking it could be a coincidence, but the more days that go by, the less coincidental I think it is. And now that I have shared that tidbit of "TMI," I have to say … [Read more...] about Get Your Motor Running
Breaking Down and Building Up
Even though we have sprung forward, I never seem to miss the lost hour. Having gotten out of bed at 5 this morning, it should have felt like 4, but instead it felt like 6. Go figure. What we lost in an hour, we make up EVERY SINGLE day when the sun is still shining in the evening, giving us much more of a day....especially for the 9-5ers. Last night it was definitely a … [Read more...] about Breaking Down and Building Up
Springing Forward
Welcome to one of my favorite weekends of the year. Tonight, if you are in an area of the US that changes your clocks, you will spring forward. Yes, you will lose an hour, tonight, but what you will gain in evening sunlight, will hopefully be well worth the loss! I celebrate this "holiday," with great excitement and anticipation of the change from winter to spring, next … [Read more...] about Springing Forward