Good morning!! Looking for a quick, delicious, HEALTHY, and clean treat for breakfast {or any time of day at that}? Look no further….I’m kind of in love with chia seed pudding! I have seen a few ways to make this online, but I just stuck with what I had at home. Here is the recipe I used for my tasty breakfast this morning!
Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
Ingredients:
1 part chia seeds {for my individual morning serving I used 1/4 cup}
2 parts almond milk {1/2 cup in this case}
dash of vanilla extract
sprinkle of cinnamon
Put all ingredients into a bowl and stir. Put right into the refridgerator. Let refridgerate {make the kids their breakfast in this time} then go back and stir. Let sit for another 10 minutes in the refridgerator {clean up after the kids} and stir some more. You can of course make a large batch ahead of time and keep chilled overnight too. Serve with sliced fruit and ENJOY!
You guys…I had PIZZA on Saturday after the race. Like real, cheesy, sausage and pepperoni pizza. I’m not going to lie, while I have grown accustomed to clean eating and love the foods we eat, that pizza tasted like a little slice of heaven. I was totally famished after the mud run that I probably could have eaten an entire large pie by myself, but I refrained. It really is all about moderation, the occasional indulgence, and not feeling deprived of some of your favorite treats. Of course my stomach was pissed at me the next day, but that’s ok we are just going to fill it up with lots of healthy things this week to make it happy again.
Here is what we have lined up for this week’s clean eating meal plan:
Monday- Curry chicken & veggie kabobs on the grill with a tomato & olive salad.
Tuesday- Pesto chicken sausage with sauteed peppers & onions
Wednesday- Shredded zucchini turkey burgers with sweet potato wedges {I follow the listed recipe only I grate a small zucchini into the meal to sneak some veggies in for the kids and keep the burgers from being dry}
Thursday- Artichoke, garbanzo bean and veggie Greek salads with oregano, EVOO, and lemon juice dressing
Friday- Balsamic, basil and roma tomato chicken bake over brown rice pasta
Saturday- Shredded chicken taco salads
Sunday- VACATION!! (going away to Palm Springs for a 2 night family getaway) And just because we are going away doesn’t mean we can’t eat healthy. My friend Samantha just wrote a great post on how she did traveling while on the Advocare 24 Day Challenge. She’s already down 7lbs and has a week left. I couldn’t be more proud of her!!
As for lunch this week my friend Liz e-mailed me this morning and asked if I wanted to do the 14 day green smoothie challenge . While I don’t think I can commit to it this week with our mini trip coming up, she did inspire me to go green this whole week for lunch. I stocked up on tons of fruits, almond milk, Chia seeds, and kale and will be blending up something fun for lunch every day this week. Join me if you can….you just replace one meal with a green smoothie and that’s it!
Hope everyone is having a great Tuesday! Have a happy & healthy week! xo
While on the Advocare 24 Day Challenge I find breakfast to be my favorite meal of the day. I love making different kinds of omelets, having all kinds of fruits. drinking a smoothie…there seem to be a lot of choices when it comes to clean eating breakfast options. I also follow the philosophy that it’s best to have your carbohydrates in the morning and decrease them as the day goes on. I like having the extra energy in the morning, and I also like knowing that they serve as fuel that I can burn off throughout the day. This is why I’ve been wanting to find a way to make some guilt-free pancakes.
I have seen recipes floating around on Pinterest for Paleo Pancakes or Clean Eating Pancakes. After pinning a few different ones, I looked around the house for what I had on hand, and what I thought would taste good and made my own version. Here is what I came up with:
CLEAN EATING PANCAKES
1 cup organic rolled oats
1 ripe banana
2 tbsp Chia seeds
1/4 cup almond meal
1/2 cup egg whites
1 tbsp natural peanut butter
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Cinnamon – added to your preference
Add all ingredients into a blender, Vitamix or food processor and blend to make “batter”. Pour into a greased pan (I use coconut oil spray) and cook on medium heat just like you would regular pancakes. Serve with fresh fruit, organic maple syrup or organic honey. I must say they turned out really well. They had great flavor, were really filling, are good for you, and the kids liked them! Hope you enjoy!
Well now that you know what we have been eating for breakfast these days, here is a line up of this week’s clean eating dinner meal plan. I have my in-laws in town, so I hope they enjoy eating clean with us this week. Hopefully they won’t even notice that I’m putting “health food” in front of them every night, and they just feel like they are sitting down to a good home-cooked meal (which of course we know it is!)
Monday- Chopped Vegetable Quinoa salad with a fresh basil dressing (my mother-in-law loved it)
Tuesday- Shredded salsa chicken taco salads
Wednesday- Homemade ground turkey chili
Thursday- Olive hummus crusted chicken and baked vegetables
Friday- Mushroom and chicken marinara over brown rice pasta
Saturday- BBQ- kabobs and turkey burgers
Sunday- Chicken boy choy
That’s all for today….have a happy & healthy Tuesday! xo
It’s been awhile since I have written about my progress using Advocare products. Since I first started the 24 Day Challenge back in January, I have had a lot of people give it a try along side me. It’s been awesome seeing everyone’s progress, sharing recipes and workouts, and just motivating each other along the way. I often get asked “so, what do you do after the 24 days is over?” and I thought I would write about that for those that are currently doing the challenge or those of you who may be interested in trying it some day.
{If you are reading this and have no idea what the 24 Day Challenge even is, please see THIS post}
It’s been almost 4 months since I started using Advocare products. Here is my April progress photo. I have lost about 22lbs and 16″ from my waistline, arms, hips & thighs (7.5″ off my waist alone). Most importantly I just have so much more energy and have found a love for working out again.
I lost the majority of my weight during the initial 24 days of the challenge. It was the perfect way to jump start Operation Pre-pregnancy Weight! I saw all the progress I was making those first few weeks that I started to get nervous about what I was going to do once the challenge was over. This seems to be the main concern of everyone else who has been doing the challenge as well. Here’s what I have been giving as advice based on what has worked for me.
You can either be happy with the 10-15 lbs you probably lost during the 24 days and go from there. Continue eating well, working out when you can, and just enjoy the quick results you got. This will definitely get you to at least maintain your new weight loss.
I still knew I had more weight to lose, so I decided to find a way to fit Advocare into my day to day routine without having to be quite as strict as the 24 Day Challenge. This included continuing to exercise, to clean eat, and to use some of my favorite products & supplements. Where I became more flexible is definitely on the diet end. Although our family is probably eating about 80% “clean”, Greg and I definitely indulge in weekend date night meals and alcoholic drinks 
Speaking of Greg….can he get a round of applause for losing over 30lbs these past 4 months too? I’m so proud of him!
While everyone knows diet and exercise are always the most important elements to losing weight, I wanted to share some of my favorite products with you that I’ve been using. I am 100% convinced supplements have made such a huge difference in my progress. They make me feel better, they curb my appetite, the help build lean muscle, they give me energy, and they fill in the gaps nutritionally for any vitamins I may have missed out on throughout the day. Here are a few things I can’t live without these days:
Would you believe I quit coffee and diet soda for good 4 months ago? Thank goodness for Spark! It contains 21 vitamins, tastes awesome, and gives you non-jittery, long-lasting energy and mental focus. It also has amino acids so it helps with fat burning and lean muscle production. I’m in LOVE with this stuff!! Grape and Mandarin orange are our favorite flavors. I start my day with a Spark and you will always find it in my water bottle at the gym.
I’m kind of convinced this product should be illegal. Not because it’s bad for you, but because it almost makes you feel like you’re cheating. I haven’t met a person who didn’t love this stuff. It’s been nicknamed “Liposuction in a bottle”. It’s a blend of essential branched-chain amino acids and L-glutamine that supplies your body with muscle-building components and sustains your muscles during exercise and reduced calorie intake. In other words it sucks away at your fat and preserves and promotes lean muscle production. See why I have 3 bottles of it? :) Actually Greg loves this product too, so although I don’t want to share…I do. It says you can take 3 of them 3x a day. I only take 2 in the morning or before a workout. My sister swears by Catalyst and Spark. Check out her fitness page on Instagram . Insane right?
Greg and I just recently started using this product before we go for longer runs. IT.IS.AWESOME! I don’t know if it’s just the placebo effect or if it truly works, but we both feel like our endurance goes way up after we use them. On Advocare’s website it says “O2 Gold Advanced supplement is an excellent solution for greater energy, endurance and vitality whether you’re a marathon runner, a busy parent or both. Serious athletes will notice the differences that O2 Gold Advanced supplement brings to their regimen, and casual users will notice the refreshing lift to their energy and liveliness. Most importantly, O2 Gold Advanced supplement helps you maximize oxygen usage in your body so that you can feel better and perform better.” SOLD!! And that’s exactly how it makes me feel. My lungs feel like I could run forever now….my hips and ankles? Not so much! We are working on that, but for now I am in love with this product!
The only part of clean eating that I find difficult is quick, on the go, filling and tasty snack/meal options. Clean eating does require some planning, and when I’m in a rush I find myself grabbing an apple or a handful of almonds, but find myself wanting more. That’s why I love these snack bars. Finding a clean nutrition bar isn’t easy to do. Most of them have sugar or processed ingredients in them, but take a look at the ingredients in these: Chia seed, hemp seed, flax seed, walnuts, pecans, peanuts, apples, oats, agave syrup, dates, hemp powder and brown rice protein. Can’t get any more natural than that can you? They are DELICIOUS and so filling. I just tried these out a couple weeks ago for the first time and the box was empty in no time. The kids love them too!
These aren’t “magic pills” or “diet pills”. These are just great, healthy, and effective products that I have really grown to love and have helped me immensely. While I realize that taking supplements isn’t for everyone, I have had so many people ask about Advocare so I thought I would share some information about what we have been using. I’m going to keep trying new product too, so I’ll definitely keep you posted on any new favorites that come along.
Ooooh and something else that is going to really help? NEW RUNNING SHOES! I went to an actual running store today and had my feet measured and electronically scanned. These are the pretties that came home with me today. I’ve never owned Asics before, but I did a nice easy 3 mile loop on these this evening and it felt like I was running on clouds. Can’t wait to put some miles on these!
Hope you all had a great Workout Wednesday and got in some good exercise this week….even if it just included chasing around your kids that totally counts! It’s been a busy week and I’m way behind in blog reading, but I look forward to reading some inspiring Workout Wednesday posts. I got mine in before midnight so that’s gotta be good for something right? Time to shower and pass out! xo
PS- As you know I’m still really new to blogging (again) and recently I have seen bloggers linking up their posts. I have been following Skinny Meg’s weight loss journey and wanted to jump on board linking up with her Workout Wednesday post. If you haven’t seen her success story before definitely give her blog a read! She’s a mama who has lost over 110 lbs!! ::insert shock face here::
Ok so I don’t ever use the word “ya’ll” but I just had to throw it in there after returning from my amazing two nights away in Austin, TX for a bachelorette party. I haven’t had a chance to write about my trip since I just got back yesterday afternoon (and was in bed by 7:00pm ha ha), but I wanted to do a quick Monday Meal Plan post. I will also quickly say that Austin was AWESOME, and since I’m on the subject of food I must say how impressed I was by our wining and dining experience there. I had totally planned to cheat on eating healthy by diving into some southern comfort food but let me tell you, I had such a misconception of eating out in Austin.
Did you know Austin is actually ranked in the top 10 healthiest cities to live in? I sure didn’t! The food was wonderful…organic…fresh…healthy…and delicious!! At one restaurant the bartender actually apologized for the only drink on their menu that had some syrup in it because everything else on their menu was completely fresh and natural. I was so impressed! It was as though all the restaurants there are trying to outdo one another by being the healthiest. So, thank you Austin!! I really did want to indulge this weekend, but you didn’t even allow me the opportunity to do so.
Now that I’m back, and my Austin fog is lifting, I am trying to jump right back into our Monday routine. Although I should probably start by unpacking my suitcase, I know that our refrigerator needs some restocking first. Here is what I have on the lineup for this week’s clean eating Meal Plan Monday menu!
Monday- Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Tuesday- Ground turkey and veggie chili
Wednesday- Pineapple pork kabobs
Thursday- Zucchini Turkey burgers with sauteed onions and sweet potatos
Friday- Mushroom Chicken marinara over spaghetti squash
Saturday- Dinner out with the fam
Sunday- Shredded Salsa chicken – tacos or salad
I’m excited to try a few new recipes this week and I think the boys are too! Happy Monday everyone and I hope your week is off to a great start!
Although this is posting on a Tuesday I wrote it on a Monday night, so technically I can still call it a “Meal Plan Monday” right?
We got in a lot of exercise this weekend, but we also caved to some bad eating. Between a date night on Friday and all the Easter food and candy I’d give us about a 6 out of 10 on the clean eating scale. Our meals themselves were actually very healthy, it was what we did in between that needed some work. A handful of mini Cadbury eggs here, a mimosa or two there…everything in moderation right? I guess the holidays are for indulging, but I know we could do a lot better when it comes to the sugar intake, especially for the boys. Next year I would love to take a few tips from my friend Samantha who made homemade “Peeps” and put those in her kids’ Easter baskets. Who really likes those sugary things anyways?
We have either thrown away or hidden all the leftover candy, and it’s time for us to get back on track. Here is what I have lined up for this week:
Monday- Cauliflower crust pesto “Pizza” with Roma tomatoes and fresh basil {will share the recipe below}
Tuesday- Clean eating- Vegetarian split pea soup {have leftover ham to add for boys if they would like to add}
Wednesday- Hummus crusted chicken with roasted veggies
Thursday- Ground turkey taco salad with homemade guacamole
Friday- Mama is leaving town for a Bachelorette party so, sorry fam….you can fend for yourselves! I’m kidding. I am actually so nervous to be leaving the boys for 2 nights since I have never left them before, but they will have a great time with Daddy. Friday I have everything for Greg to throw in the crockpot for a shredded chicken, black bean, and veggie chili.
Saturday- I’ll probably be riding a mechanical bull somewhere in Austin, TX (not likely at all), and the boys are going to be watching the Syracuse game and ordering take-out from our favorite Persian restaurant.
Sunday- I’ll be home in the afternoon and we will BBQ up some veggie, pineapple and chicken kabobs for dinner.
I added two new meals to try this week, the first being the “pizza” and the second being the split pea soup. I read a few recipes on how to make a cauliflower pizza crust, made the cleanest version I could, and then added our own toppings. I did exclude the cheese so it ended up being more of a flatbread I suppose, but it was yummy nonetheless. Here is what I came up with:
CAULIFLOWER CRUST PESTO PIZZA
Adapted from Love&Lemons
INGREDIENTS FOR CRUST
-3 cups of ground raw cauliflower {ground in food processor/Vitamix}
-3/4 cup almond flour
-1/4 cup ground flax seed
-3 eggs
-1 teaspoon onion powder
-1 teaspoon garlic powder
TOPPINGS FOR PIZZA
-1 can organic tomato paste
- fresh pesto {you can use store bought or make your own}
- 3 roma tomatoes
- fresh basil
You can definitely add fresh mozzarella cheese but we opted out because Nathan doesn’t like cheese, and we have been eating mostly dairy-free.
Start by preheating your oven to 450 degrees.
Whisk the 3 eggs separately then add all the above ingredients listed to make the crust. Gently knead/mix all the ingredients together. This mixture will not feel like pizza dough and that is ok. Press this “dough” mixture down onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Try to spread it to be a little less than 1/4″ thick.
Bake the crust on it’s own for 15-20 minutes. Once removed from oven spread a thin layer of tomato paste over the crust. Then spread the pesto sauce over top of that. If you are using cheese this is when it should be added. Then slice the Roma tomatoes thin and add those along with the fresh basil. Once toppings are added put back in the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes at 450 degrees.
This was totally easy to make, and was so tasty. Definitely don’t expect the chewiness of a cheesy pizza, but do expect a ton of flavor and none of the guilt. This recipe is definitely going on our weekly lineup!
I know every family runs dinner time differently in their household, but around here I like to have every day planned out ahead of time. I’m terrible at doing laundry, you will never find me scrubbing anything, I don’t think I’ve ever emptied a trash can and our bed is only made when I know people are coming over. Crafty? Sure! Domestic? Not even close. But I will make an exception when it comes to dinner…it’s always planned, and always ready by the time Greg gets home from work. I don’t think he has any expectations for my day besides making sure our kids survive so I know he really appreciates this after he has had a long day. Twelve hours of our day are spent on completely different wave lengths, and when our worlds collide at 6:00pm, sitting down to dinner as a family is the best way for us to get back on the same page. We may only get 10 minutes to actually eat our food, and sometimes dinner is spent standing around our kitchen island but we know this routine will get easier and easier as the boys get older. It’s important to us, so we try our best.
Since changing to eating primarily clean meals, I’ve also found that planning ahead makes all the difference. I used to buy a lot of premade foods from Trader Joes to make preparing dinner easier. Frozen meatballs, premade stuffed peppers, frozen turkey meatloaf, etc. At the time I thought we were eating fairly healthy (I mean isn’t everything from TJ’s healthy?), and I loved being able to throw these items together last minute with some side dishes, but now I know that dinner can be just as quick without taking the less healthy short-cuts. The best part is Greg hasn’t noticed any difference in the taste and portion department, but he has noticed a difference in how his clothes are fitting him. Since the new year he has lost almost 30 lbs on our diet changes alone!!! It’s truly shocking to both of us that this lifestyle change has made such a huge difference to our bodies without actually feeling like we have changed anything at all. I’m not going to lie we have cut back on alcohol. WAYYYYYY back! I think I can count on 1 hand how many times we have had drinks the past 4 months in comparison to having wine/beer a few nights a week to unwind. I’m sure as the warm weather approaches we will find ourselves outside with a drink in our hands, but for now this hasn’t been a difficult change to make.
There are so many awesome resources out there now for clean eating recipes, but like any creature of habit, I have found our favorites and just rotate them throughout the weeks. I’d love to know what some of your favorite “go-to” meals are during the week. Do you meal plan? If so, what’s on this week’s lineup? I try to do one new recipe a week and will add it to the rotation if it ends up being a hit. I’d love to hear new ideas!
Here is what I have planned for the week:
Monday- Hummus crusted chicken with roasted veggies
Tuesday- Zucchini turkey meatballs, marinara sauce over spaghetti squash (over brown rice pasta for boys)
Wednesday- Chicken fajitas with guacamole
Thursday- Rosemary pork with a sweet potato/mixed veggie quinoa side
Friday- Southwestern chicken and bean chili
Saturday- Buffalo turkey burgers and sweet potato fries
Sunday- BBQ!! Chicken kabobs and grilled veggies
I just realized it’s not very nice to talk about all this food without sharing a recipe too. I made a new quinoa salad last week that was great! I suggest making a large portion of it…I was able to stretch mine out for a dinner meal for the family and then had enough for lunch the next 2 days. Hope you enjoy!
VEGETABLE QUINOA SALAD w/ FRESH BASIL
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups uncooked quinoa (I used Trader Joes Organic tricolor quinoa)
1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
3 roma tomatoes chopped
1 yellow bell pepper chopped
1 1/2 cups corn
3-4 green onions thinly sliced
1 handful fresh chopped basil
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
To prepare: Whisk together the EVOO, lemon juice and vinegar and set aside as dressing. Prepare the quinoa as stated on the package. While quinoa is cooking prepare/cut the above listed vegetables and throw into a large mixing bowl. Once quinoa has slightly cooled add to the cut veggies and toss together with dressing. Enjoy right away or keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Tired of the same old boring salad for lunch? I was too, and wanted to try something a little different yesterday. I am constantly eating fruit throughout the day, but I’m not sure why I never thought to put some on my salad come lunch time! This was such a nice change to my usual all veggie salad and will become a regular addition to my weekly lunches! It was SO good I think I’ll be having it again today!
INGREDIENTS:
Mixed greens
2 large strawberries sliced
1 small “cutie” tangerine peeled and divded
1/4 green apple cubed (sliced up the rest for the kids)
A tablespoon of raw sunflower seeds
A tablespoon of dried cranberries
2 pieces of Trader Joe’s grilled sliced chicken
Top with a little EVOO and balsamic vinegar
Breakfast and dinner are always easy meals to plan in our household. Lunch is a whole other story! I feel like we are always running in the door after a morning of errand running, school pick ups, play dates etc and lunch can seem chaotic most days. I love finding lunch options that are quick, healthy, and kid approved. That’s why we love smoothies around here. I usually make a huge one for my lunch, and serve a small one for the boys in addition to whatever they are eating. There is no better feeling than seeing your kids chug down their fruits and veggies for the day all in one sitting! I also like to add ground flax seed. Flax seed is rich in several important compounds including omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and phytochemicals, all of which have very important health benefits and should be included in a nutritious diet. To reap all of the health benefits of flax seed, it’s recommended that you eat 1-2 tablespoons a day. Here is a smoothie I put together today that turned out delicious! I like to experiment with different fruit/veggie combos usually based on what I have on hand, and this one passed the test by both me and the boys!
INGREDIENTS:
Blend the following on high speed until smooth:
1/2 cup Trader Joe’s frozen fancy berry mix (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
1/4 cup Trader Joe’s frozen pineapple bits
1 large handful of Kale
1/4 cup Almond Smooth almond milk
1/2 ripe banana
1 T. ground flax seed
Ice & water
ENJOY!! *Those of you on the Advocare 24 day challenge- this recipe is approved for both the cleanse and Max phase
It’s been a crazy last 2 weeks in our household. I wish I could say we were too busy having fun, but unfortunately this germ-infested winter hit our boys hard and knocked us off our feet for awhile. They both started with a mild cough and cold, and before you knew it fevers were up to 104, there was pneumonia, RSV, ear infections and too many sleepless nights and trips to Urgent Care that it hurts my heart to think about it again. I’m so happy to report that these two are back to their smiley selves again.
We are just now getting back on track and trying to resume our normal weekly routine. Of course part of this routine is Nathan heading back to school, where the only things he and his classmates willingly share are their germs. Since wrapping my boys up in bubble wrap, and keeping them in isolation isn’t an option….I’ve been looking into things I can do to try and keep them as healthy as possible.
In talking to my friend Mckenzie the other day, I came to find out we were living parallel lives just a few states apart. Her two children were sick with the identical thing my boys had and is also looking for ways to clean up her family’s diet and help boost their immune systems. She has eliminated dairy from their diets, which we have also done (not by choice, the kids have never liked milk. Since our pediatrician doesn’t push cow’s milk either this was a battle I would let them win). She has also been working hard at eliminating sugar from their diets as well. Her aunt is a nurse and recommended an awesome immunity boosting oatmeal recipe that I wanted to share that excludes both sugar and dairy. I made a huge batch this weekend and so far it’s been a great way to start our day!
You will need:
· 4 cups rolled organic oats
· 2 cups oat bran
· 1 cup sunflower seeds
· 1 cup raw unsalted nuts, chopped ( I use the almond slivers)
· 1 cup lecithin granules (if you can’t find that is ok)
· 1 cup ground flaxseeds
Mix all the ingredients together and grind well in a blender. I took this mixture and put it into a large Tupperware container to store in our pantry (this amount will last you a long time!) I spoon out about two tablespoons into a bowl. I add un-sweetened almond milk, mix well, and microwave for about 45 seconds. For sweetness I sprinkle on a little bit of cinnamon and add some sliced fruit. Bananas add the perfect amount of natural sweetness.
Mckenzie’s aunt says: “It must be eaten 4 times a week for the effects to be noticeable. People who use it regularly notice an enhanced immune response and fewer allergic reactions, as well as improved digestion. They often report increased energy and stabilized blood sugars. It also is instrumental in lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels. High fiber diets have been demonstrated to reduce the risk of colon cancer.”
Since I had these items on hand and have enough oatmeal mixture made to last months, I thought I would whip up some super easy “cookies” with some of the same ingredients. If your kids aren’t quite sure of the oatmeal texture to start, I bet you could fool them with some of these:
You will need:
- Two ripe bananas – 1 cup rolled oats – 1/4 cup flaxseed - 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
Mush all the ingredients together and scoop out onto lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.
Yes, I cheated a little here and added chocolate chips but these would be good without them. You could also add cinnamon and raisins for more of an oatmeal cookie flavoring.
My husband was in love with these. He described them as “Cliff bars but so much better” (and WAY better for you!). These were incredibly simple to make, and an awesome breakfast on the go! Looking forward to discovering more simple solutions to eating cleaner and healthier! Hoping the rest of this winter takes it easier on us!
*On a side note- since I last posted my results on the Advocare 24 day challenge I have lost another 5 lbs. That is 15 lbs total since the new year! The above recipes are totally approved of for those of you who are also trying this challenge (well everything but those chocolate chips ha ha). Enjoy!!
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I'm a So Cal Mommy of 2 boys, and wifey to one handsome fella! Interior Designer by trade, but SAHM by choice. I spend my days loving my family, getting crafty, cooking clean, exercising, snapping photos and sharing it all with you.
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