There are things that happen in life that are hard to understand or hard to see the positives and I am currently fighting that battle right now. Two days ago I was involved in a serious car accident that resulted in my and the other driver’s vehicle being totaled. I was lucky enough to walk away from the…
Snacks
Paleo Caramel Apples
Caramel apples are one of those treats that take me back to my childhood. I absolutely loved caramel apples and remember only getting them around Halloween time. I was a no toppings type of kid but now, give me all the toppings! This caramel might not look like the real thing, but it sure taste…
Vanilla Almond Butter Cake Cups
Self doubt is the enemy to any wishful thought, lofty goal or any “someday” thoughts. I don’t set my goals on things that I know I can achieve. I set my goals on things I am going to need to reach for. Do I sometimes doubt myself that my goals might not be achieved. Sure. Do I…
Pumpkin Pie Candied Walnuts
I had such an incredibly inspiring, motivational, rewarding and fun weekend! I was surrounded by people that lift others up and want to see others succeed. I attended a nutritional and leadership summit in Minneapolis over the weekend and my brain is bursting with such powerful information. I of course geeked out (hard!) when listening to…
Single Serve Chocolate Protein Cake
Instead of listening to my ramblings on the blog today I want to send you to my facebook page where I explain why you will NOT get bulky if you pick up a weight in the gym and why your body needs muscle. Click here! On another note, this single serve protein cake really hit…
Paleo Cinnamon Apple Muffins
#becausefall Fall is absolutely my favorite season. Crisp mornings, warm afternoons, apple picking, pretty scenery hikes, it is all just perfect! I have a list of potential recipes to make for the blog that is about a mile long either containing apples or pumpkin. I don’t think I will be getting to them all this…
Almond Butter Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates
Is it really Monday already? Why must weekends just fly by, WHY?! Saturday was a girls day spent driving the country side from winery to winery to brewery. It was wonderful. Over the last 6 months or so, I don’t indulge in alcoholic beverages like I used to. I don’t really have a specific reason…
Special Ingredient Salsa
I realize that not everyone is a veggie freak like me and eats them with every single meal cooked or raw. That’s why I was bound and determined to find a solution for people who can’t stand the thought of broccoli or spinach. I give to you, my special ingredient! This special ingredient of mine…
Strawberry Blueberry Jam
I want to eat this jam by the spoonful, it is that good! This will be in my fridge at all times! Fall is just around the corner and I can’t wait to develop some fall inspired recipes. I have some ideas of what I want to make but if any of you have any…
Sweet Potato Toast 3 Ways
I have never seen so many “motivational Monday” posts and quotes as I have seen today and the day isn’t even over yet. We all have motivation in us. It is what we do with that motivation is what matters the most. I can sit here and spit motivational quotes to you left and right but…