Praise for Weight Loss
Discovering Balance Series – Part 3 Suddenly, weight loss became my ONLY motivation. According to the BMI scale, I still hadn’t reached my “goal weight”. But up to that point everything I was doing had worked. I had changed my…
A Lifestyle Change
Discovering Balance Part 2 My entire adult life I’d been fat so I was resigned that always would be. Sure, I dreamed of waking up one day in a smaller body, but magically that hadn’t happened. I would try here…
Not Good Enough
Discovering Balance Series, Part 1 Growing up, I lived in a straight-sized body, confident and active. But at the beginning of my senior year of HS, I began to gain weight pretty rapidly which continued throughout college and into my…
Super Easy Paleo Sausage Gravy
Super Easy Paleo Sausage Gravy – this is the recipe that will change your gravy game, friends! It’s not often you can claim a substitute recipe is better than the original – but this is it! Wow. That’s about the…
Sweet Corn and Zucchini Pizza
A perfect way to use that last bit of Summer produce! My sweet corn and zucchini pizza is savory, sweet and topped with smoky bacon and fresh tomatoes! Healthy Summer Pizza Summer veggies aren’t quite gone yet but before they…
Ravioli Lasagna
A great shortcut for your favorite Italian dish: We’re making Lasagna with Ravioli using frozen ravioli instead of noodles, and layering cheese and sauce! Shortcut Lasagna with Ravioli That’s right! We’re using frozen ravioli (genius!) for an easy lasagna. Friends,…
Super Simple Shrimp Caesar Salad
My super simple Shrimp Caesar salad could not be easier to make! Ready in under 10 minutes; perfect for your busy weeknights! SO easy and SO delicious – my favorite combination. I am pretty good at meal-prepping but there are…
Chicken Shawarma At Home
Today I’m showing you how to make Chicken Shawarma at home! This Middle Eastern chicken recipe is mouthwatering; perfect for salads, wraps, rice, and of course with a side of pita! What is Chicken Shawarma? Let’s first talk about what…
Things I Miss and Don’t Miss About Dieting
Although I no longer pursue weight loss in hopes of having a smaller body, there are a few things I miss about the institution of dieting. Things I miss: Structure. Praise for “succeeding.” The excitement and desire that THIS diet…
Chopped Italian Salad
This simple chopped Italian Salad is tossed with an easy dressing and is perfect as a side dish or main meal! Filled with so many fresh ingredients, it will fill you right up! The Best Summer Salad We are smack…
A celebration of food and joyful movement
