First of all, I want to start by saying how grateful I am for all of the encouraging messages/comments/texts I received about my post on Monday. It just exemplifies what I mean about having such an amazing support system, both near and far! It's not easy opening up about such a personal topic, but I think it is important to be open when the time is right. So again, THANK YOU all! Today I have a super simple recipe for you that is a perfect way to use up your summer garden tomatoes! I have to say, there is nothing qui[...]
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We are smack dab in the middle of the so-called "holiday season"...how's that going for everyone? I know it can be difficult to eat healthy and stay on track during this time of year, so today I have 2 tips for you if you are heading out to a holiday party :) Eat before you go. If you have a feeling that there might not be many healthy options, have a substantial "snack" or mini meal before heading out the door. This way, you can still nibble on a few treats or whatever strikes your fancy, but you won't be ravenous and[...]
Thanksgiving is less than 1 week away! That is seriously so hard for me to believe. But I am stoked that the holidays are HERE and that we have made it to the most wonderful time of the year :) What are your plans? Do you have the pleasure of cooking a feast for your family? Will you be bringing a dish to a family gathering, or are you hitting the road along with the rest of us? We will be heading east to Tucson, AZ to visit Travis's family. There are a lot of them (he is one of 5 siblings, plus lots of nieces, nephews[...]
It's hard to believe, but it feels like summer is winding down. I don't know if it's the unseasonably cool temperatures we've been having, or that all the schools are back in session, but I am seeing fall on the horizon, which is incredibly exciting because it is easily my favorite time of the year!! But before we jump into pumpkin spice everything, let's first talk about your upcoming Labor Day weekend! (I have always felt like Labor Day weekend is the official departure of summer.) Whether you are planning on going to[...]