The One Where I Discuss My Issues with FOOD!

So here we go...blah, blah, blah for those who have heard this a million times!

About 3 years ago I was "diagnosed" with a Gluten Intolerance.  Celiac you ask...Not sure.  The tests I had done were not a Celiac Panel, and after I realized that...it was too late.  I had already pulled Gluten from my diet, and I wasn't about to start eating it again just to have some expensive lab work done so I could have a formal diagnosis.  Gluten makes my stomach hurt, along with a huge list of other symptoms...so I don't eat it.  Simple as that.  If you'd like to read more...this is my original post on the matter Finally answers

Anyways....Fast forward to present day, and you will be inundated with my obsession with food, and all things food related.  I LOVE learning about the latest and greatest fad, and diets alike.  I can't get enough of blogs, articles, etc. that discuss the benefits and detriments that certain foods have on our bodies!  I've recently started on a Paleo Journey, and I am hooked.  Dairy Free, Grain Free, Legume Free and Free of Refined Sugars...basically, meat, veggies, fruits, nuts and seeds!  Do I occasionally "cheat"...yes...but I don't worry too much about it, and move on to the next meal!

So...I could go on and on about this subject...as I normally do...but I'll spare you.  Instead I'll share what we had for dinner last night...Just because it was SOOOO delicious, and we couldn't get enough!

I got the recipe here: www.skinnytaste.com/
and boy did it deliver!!!  Mine look just as scrumptious, don't you think!

  Go make it tonight...your family will thank you! Enjoy!!!

Kids Grow...Who Knew

Well...It's true.  Kids grow up.  They start out so small, depending on their parents for the most basic needs, then, they can do it themselves!!! 

They start the year as Kindergarteners,

and end it ready to move into first grade. 

They start as 1st Graders...

and end the year ready for 2nd grade.  2nd GRADE...REALLY?

It happens.  We may not like it...but it happens!  Tear, sob, sniff!

Bye, Bye Facebook...Hello New Time Sucker

Well Hello there...I've been away for some time...haven't I!  Well, a LOT has changed since I last made an appearance on my blog, and I felt like it was time to dredge the ol' gal up, and start rambling again for you all to read and
enjoy suffer through.  Paleo living, Crossfit, life on the "farm", growing kids, etc. etc. etc...it's all here for you to get a glimpse into our daily lives!

What prompted this you ask??? Well, after a lot of turmoil and debate (that should have been my first clue), I made the decision to TEMPORARILY disable my Facebook Account, in an attempt to not spend countless hours stalking friends and foe alike.  I LOVE FB, don't get me wrong, and it serves many wonderful purposes...but for me, my love, errr addiction, of the site was far from healthy.  Every chance I sat at a computer, tablet or phone, I would check my account.  I would be focused on things I could post and write about, so I could get atta girls or props from people, instead of focused on my family and living life.  I would fret about friends talking with each other, wondering why I wasn't invited to a certain event, or longing to be part of other events.  So unnecessary, and not who I wanted to become.  So...for the time being...Facebook has been disabled for me!

Now you ask...why another time sucking hobby???  Because my friends and family are continually asking what our little family is up to, and enjoying pictures here and there of the munchkins.  Because I love food, exercise and general healthy living topics, and love to share about them.  Because I have a lot of words and thoughts to use of throughout the day, and my husband has a turn off button where he can only handle so much of my ramblings...so I need an outlet!!!  Because, Because, Because...why not?!?!

So enjoy!