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I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and their client. . It is officially summer and that means the kids are home. They are already using the phrase “mom I’m bored!” I decided to put an end to that today by trying a new summer time snack that included the kids from the … [Read more...]
This is my favorite way to start the day. This fruity protein packed smoothie gets you going and keeps you full for hours. I have added this to my weight loss smoothie plan. Favorite Tropical Sunrise Smoothie: 1/4 cup water 1/4 soy vanilla milk 3 tablespoons Greek fat free yogurt plain 1/2 chopped mango 3/4 pineapple, 1/2-1 avocado 1/2 cup ice Add all and blend well. … [Read more...]
As you probably know those of us in the south love our iced tea! I personally love flavored tea. I am still trying to eat naturally so I found a way to add sweet flavor to my iced tea. To make this homemade flavored iced tea all you need is frozen fruit and cold brewed tea. Pour you a glass of iced tea (sweetened if you desire). Then drop in a handful of frozen fruit. My favorite fruits are … [Read more...]
I received this from the church youth group this week. It is so cute! Such a clever idea for an end of year teacher gift! Thanks to Mike and Mollie and the entire youth group! A close up of the clever tag: Filled with all kinds of "mints": … [Read more...]
Are you craving a delicious crunchy and spicy snack? I have been craving something crunchy but am trying to stick to my healthy weight loss diet. I ended up making this easy all natural guacamole. I paired it with Melba Toast Crackers and Blueberry Iced Tea. It was the perfect healthy snack that helped my craving for a snack. There are so many guacamole recipes out there but none suited my taste. … [Read more...]
This is a project that I am very excited to share with you! Have you ever wondered how to transform an old dresser? I found this dresser on the curb read for trash pick up. Can you believe that? I love finding treasures on the side of the road! This dresser was in bad condition and very ugly but all the pieces were there. I saw major potential so I loaded it in the car and brought it … [Read more...]
Today I enjoyed a delicious banana smoothie that I have to share. This one is sweet and great for you. I found one similar and altered it use what I had on hand. Ingredients: 1 banana 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup vanilla soy milk ( or your milk of choice) Add all to the blender. Blend until smooth. Enjoy! Here is a pin able image for you so you can easily find it. :) … [Read more...]
This is another delicious recipe I tried this week. This is another version of the power smoothie that I shared earlier. Similar in the way it energized me but very different in taste. Another yummy version. I have found that adding the flaxseed makes me feel full longer and helps my mood. It is full of fiber and omega 3. The Soy Milk is much easier on my stomach than the skim or … [Read more...]
I have been incorporating fruit and vegetable smoothies into my daily diet the last few weeks. Many of you have asked that I share the recipes and I am happy to do so. I just experiment each day with what I have on hand. Today’s creation was amazing! Avocados are full of nutrients for the brain and suppose to boost energy so I created a sweet Avocado Strawberry Smoothie today. I used a little … [Read more...]
Recently I found these side tables at garage sales. They were both $5 and I just knew I could make them look nice again. Since we have all new colors in the living room this was the perfect time. I really wanted something unique for the family area. For the large table I wanted to try a “plaid design” on the top. I can not find the picture of the tables before the primer. (Sorry) Here is how … [Read more...]
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