Getting Back on Track

Ok, so Thanksgiving came & went. {If you didn't see my awesome pictures the other day, check out how much fun we had.} Now it's time to get back on track. Workouts, clean eating, etc.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Hope everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving! 

It's Turkey Day!

The day we've been waiting for has finally arrived! You know, the day we stuff ourselves & make ourselves miserable. ;) I love the family time associated with Thanksgiving. Sitting around, preparing food, talking & playing games. 

Fun Facts, Friday

Happy Friday! I realized it was Friday about 20 minutes before it was time to leave work! I got really excited... And then embarrassed that I forgot! 

Before I give some fun facts, check out these yum eats from today! I'm so proud I remembered to take pictures! That never happens. 

Broken up pulled pork meatloaf with a scrambled egg for lunch!

Salmon with Pomegranate salsa and broccoli with grassfed butter. So delish!

Ok five fun facts:

1. My nickname is J.L. Frog because I was a very pigeon toed toddler. As an adult, it's not near as bad. 😉

2. My favorite tv show of all time is One Tree Hill. I have every dvd & have probably re watched each episode 10 times. 

3. When re-telling a story I read from a fellow blogger, I refer to them as my "blogger friend". Even though I've never met a single "blogger friend" personally. I mean, what else do you call them?? By first name would be way weirder. 

4. I'm currently reading Keto Clarity by Jimmy Moore & experimenting with a ketogenic diet. It's hard! But I have a friend (yes, real life friend) doing it too so we compare days!

5. I design & make dog collars. It started because I had an addiction & the bf put a stop to my monthly collar purchases!

Hope you have a fabulous weekend!

Chicken Satay & Family Time

Last night, my mom & dad came over to join us for dinner. They are used to my "weird" ways & were excited for home-cooked food. (They don't cook.)

On the menu was Chicken Satay & Cauli-Rice with peanut sauce and a coconut curry sauce. I also whipped up some Bacon Chocolate Brownies as a surprise! 

Great Books & Dog Walking Blunders

What a day! Whew. Glad it's coming to an end. 

First up, I FINALLY finished Gone Girl. Oh my goodness! It was a great read. I am a huge fan of Audible. If you haven't tried it, you should. It's $14.95 a month & you get a credit and discounts for books. With the credit, you can purchase any book. Most audiobooks are over $14.95--so it's a great deal! 

Plans Change, Stay on Track

Happy Tuesday, lovelies! Since yesterday was a snow day, I've been confused about my days! 

Today the weather gave us a bit of a break & hit 50 degrees. I was so excited to be able to take the dogs for a walk. Phoenix got to play outside after school. It was a glorious day!

Weekly Eats

Happy Monday evening! We are winding down watching Happy Feet tonight. It was a snow day for us here in Oklahoma. (One inch--I know, we are pathetic)

I Quit My Job, Now What?

First of all, never give a three week notice. Two weeks is plenty. At first you think "whew, I need to help xxx learn abc." After week one, it's like "Psh, xxx can figure out abc on their own." By week three, it's like "No one talk to me, pretend I'm not here. Do you think anyone would notice if I went home?" Yes, that's what my three weeks notice was like. 

Hello {Again} Blog World!

It's been two years since I last blogged over at LoveFitnessVegan. Why did I stop blogging & why am I starting back?

Well the short answer is--I quit blogging because I quit making time for it. Other things became more important & I just stopped. I've started back because I love writing & I love being able to look at my journey through life. Sort of a public diary.