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• Taco Soup/Another Variation – This One is Awesome!

  

  This recipe started because I had 4 baby cans of V8 juice in my fridge that needed to be used. I was thinking of what I could make with it, when I thought of... Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Best Foods for Body and Brain – Student Edition – Guest Blog Post

  

  Guest blog post from The Best Colleges.org I think everyone can benefit from the above information! Question – did you eat healthy when you were in college –... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Meet Jennifer – Weight Loss Superstar! 100 Pounds Gone!

  

  1). What was your “Aha” moment when you decided you needed to do something about your weight? It wasn’t when I was teased mercilessly by my classmates. Read more

  Posted on 05 September 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Charred Tomatillo Salsa

  

  I love making my own salsa. I’ve made it so many ways and different variations. In last months Bon Appetit, there was a recipe for this charred tomatillo salsa... Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Meet Deb Rondeau – 250 Pounds Gone! Weight Loss Superstar!!

  

  I am excited to introduce you today to Deb Rondeau. At the age of 55 and weighing in at 430 pounds she took control of her life and has lost 250 pounds! Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Guest Blog Post – the Benefits of Fresh Herbs

  Today’s blog post comes from Alicia (her bio is at the end of the article) – thanks for the tips! Top 10 Healthy Herbs Whether you’re looking to lose weight,... Read more

  Posted on 27 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Avocado Buttermilk Pancakes

  

  I saw this recipe on Pinterest and it sounded pretty interesting. Avocado buttermilk pancakes? I know many people would think it was disgusting – but these... Read more

  Posted on 23 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• I Hate Beets

  

  I think the reason that I thought I hated beets is because it reminds me of a stupid three day diet I tried in high school – does anyone else remember that one? Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Blueberry Lime Muffins – 139 Calories Each and Delicious!

  

  I am so lucky because my friend Kathy brings me blueberries from a blueberry farm near her summer home – like several pounds worth! I just got them a few weeks... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Roasted Red Pepper Spread

  

  This is the first time I made this recipe. I love red peppers – and roasting red peppers is even better. I was trying to think of something that I could make fo... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Blogger Meet Up!

  

  From left to right – Christina, Biz, me and Sophia I think by far – the biggest benefit of food blogging is getting to know people you never would meet in your... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• First Time Food Swapper!

  

  I had such a great time today at The Chicago Food Swap! Every month a group of food enthusiasts meets at a different place to share their love of food. This... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Pepperoni Pizza Cauliflower Bake – Another Pinterest Inspired Recipe

  

  Last week I was on Pinterest and saw a number of people pin this recipe. Up until a few years ago I HATED cauliflower, or at least I thought I did until I... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Fancy – but Quick Healthy Breakfast – Eggs in Green Pepper Ring

  

  I saw this posted on Pinterest a few times, so I had to try it. Basically – you just cut out a section of green pepper. I put that into a skillet with cooking... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Pasta with Peppers and Onions in a Light Cajun Cream Sauce with Turkey Kielbasa

  

  One of my favorite things to make and eat I would say is pasta. I make it once a week without fail. But – making it so often – I try to mix it up some so it... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Crockpot Beef Stew – and Yes You Can

  

  Like a bunch of people in the country – it’s been SUPER hot in the Chicagoland area. I’ve been unimaginative in the kitchen, trying to make things that don’t... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Scrambled Eggs in a Mason Jar

  

  I have Fillmore containers for making my breakfast this week super easy. In case you don’t know – I was the 1,000 Facebook fan and they sent me an assortment... Read more

  Posted on 19 July 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Rockmelon? Fresh Herbs + Inspiration

  

  Over the weekend we were grocery shopping for my son Mark’s 15th birthday dinner. His birthday was yesterday – and he wanted tacos for dinner. Read more

  Posted on 16 July 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Sriracha Glazed Chicken – I Cooked the Cover of Bon Appetit!

  

  I have been a subscriber of Bon Appetit for a long time and I always love looking through all the wonderful looking recipes. When I got this months magazine in... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION

• Meet Mary – Weight Loss Success Story – 125+ Pounds Gone!!!

  

  I am so excited to have another success story so soon after Janette!. Just like Janette, I found Mary’s page on Facebook and was so impressed by her... Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2013 HEALTHY LIVING, SELF EXPRESSION