Trader Joe’s has become one of my favorite places to shop for easy meals, healthy staples, and freezer favorites that make everyday cooking simpler. Not because I buy everything there—but because the things I do buy consistently make life easier. Whether I’m trying to eat a little healthier, plan meals for the week, or pull […]
Okay, friends. This is a diet — not a diet — check-in. Whether bathing suit weather is quickly approaching or you simply want to feel more satisfied after meals, today I’m sharing protein ideas that don’t taste “proteiny.” Because for many of us, protein isn’t the thing we crave — but we do feel better […]
Maybe you’re planning a Galentine’s get-together and need a little inspiration for what I like to call lady food — something pretty, satisfying, and just indulgent enough. This Trader Joe’s Harvest Blend with Grilled Chicken checks all those boxes. It’s a Greek-inspired grain salad with fresh vegetables, spicy grilled chicken, and a creamy homemade dressing […]
Don’t worry, I’m not going to lay out any health problems or start a new fitness and health journey on this blog post. Today I’m sharing a few small systems that have made a real difference in day-to-day life in our home. Pill & Supplement Organization That Actually Works If you have perused online pill […]
This is a little-known fact, but my sisters and I are cowboys. Yep. Well, we are cowboys at heart. We don’t really look much like cowboys, but the fact is we were raised by a cowboy dad and we all kind of dig that vibe. Once in a while, that is. And when my sisters […]
Welcome to the latest edition of my potpourri. Chatting about a little of this and that to start the month and the year. In no way was I on any sort of diet over the holidays. Not a food diet, a drink diet nor a debt diet. I know! Luckily, I am a woman of […]
Happy New Year! Yes, it’s that time of year when everyone is on the healthy eating, gym attending, dry January bandwagon. And while that’s not my schtick, I did mention last week that I’m in the process of shedding a few pounds. Oh, and exercise is a bit challenging these days for my old knees. […]
Have you jumped on the AI bandwagon yet? I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but it has been a useful and powerful tool for me lately. And now? I’m using it as a nutrition coach. Here’s how I got here and why. First of all, let me say hub and I have used […]
Cooler weather finally came into Arizona this weekend and it inspired me to celebrate fall! I didn’t want to go out, so in my own kitchen, I tried a new recipe for creamy pumpkin pie spice latte. From Sally’s Baking Addiction, I made a recipe I shared before: soft baked pumpkin donuts . And then […]
This is my post where I chat about this and that. Not to be confused with my recent post DIY Autumn Potpourri. But you knew that! Holiday Prep Everywhere you shop it is apparent the holidays are in full force. Are you prepping for the holidays yet? We are so lucky in our neighborhood that […]