At the beginning of 2019, I sat down and took an honest look at the mindsets that didn’t serve me in 2018: the focus on more, more, more, instead of recognizing how to find more in less. Part of this reframing was to focus on more goals, fewer ultimatums, and the way I am approaching …
Hot Cocoa Whipped Cream Frosting
When it was time to make the boys’ zombie apocalypse birthday cupcakes, I knew I was taking the easy way out and buying a can of store-bought frosting to tint an obnoxious shade of green. But then I started thinking about cupcakes and my philosophy on treats: If I’m going to eat them, they need …
Paleo Apple Pie Granola
If you’ve ever been to the grocery store and studied the food labels on any kind of packaged granola, you know it ain’t pretty. So. Much. Added Sugar. That’s why it tastes good, of course. I love the crunchy, sweet combination of granola to top my yogurt or smoothie bowl. Today I’m sharing my paleo …
Small Steps for Big Change
This post is part of a partnership with FIT4MOM DuPage County. All opinions are my own. I am heading into Week 4 of FIT4MOM Body Back … which is when the hard work really starts. The program isn’t new anymore; motivation lags; temptations continue. Especially on the weekends. This past weekend was filled with plans …