Hi Everyone,

Yes, I am writing again. Short and sweet this time! If you are having sugar cravings, try this sweet sensation dish. Recipe is from Linda Page's "Cooking for Healthy Healing".

Julienne 6 carrots, cover in salted water until just tender. Drain and set aside. Melt 1 tbsn butter in pan, add 1 tbsn maple syrup, 1 tbsn orange zest. Simmer until a fragrant sauce forms. Then add carrots and 4 tbsn slivered almonds. Enjoy! Write soon! Lysa

A fun day!

Hi Everyone,

I am happy to report I had such a fun day today! I started my day off with my favorite spin class at MAC gym. There is nothing like a great spin class to put me in an excellent mood. Later, my three year old son and I made some lasagna as requested by my 7 year old. This was super because it was ready by the time we picked up my two daughters from their camp bus stop.

Since dinner was ready, I had time to play Legos with the kids. This is a rarity these days. Play in general has become less and less. Had so much fun, I realize that I need to do this regularly. We then went for a bike ride/ walk and explored the local creek around our house. Then when we returned home our neighbors were out, so we hung out with them for a bit, which also almost never happens.

In addition to all that good stuff, I ate well and drank a ton of water. I sometimes forget how much I actually need to drink to be well hydrated.

Here's some food for thought. When we are stressed out, our digestive system slows down and slows down our metabolism. When we are relaxed, our digestive system is working at its best and our metabolism is up to speed. Bottom line, try to eat when you are relaxed for maximum benefit and weight loss.

Sweet dreams,
Lysa

Happy Summer!

Hi Everyone,

Well, happy summer! I can't believe it's been many weeks since I have written. I have been busier than I expected with building my nutrition business, trying to get to the gym or run outside, take care of my children, house and carry out my PTA responsibilities!

I miss writing! What words of inspiration do I have tonight after not writing for so long???
Hmm.... I think I will keep it simple. I have been trying to focus on gratitude. I wake up and before my mind goes to everything it needs to do that day, instead I try to remember what I am grateful for in my life.

Also, I have been trying to bring this to my house and garden. It easy to get complainy about
what I would like my house to look like, my garden to be like, etc. Instead I am trying to think of how I can make it the prettiest house it can be. How I can take care of my garden and enjoy it for what it is. Take time to weed it and water it. That sort of thought process is what I am trying to implement. Seems important.

Also, food wise, I have been focusing on enjoyment of whatever I am eating. Going for what is local, fresh and delicious! Using fresh herbs, lots of lime and lemon to keep dishes full of flavor and zest!

Also, doing my best to make peace with my body. I read an interview with a woman who is doing some kind of training at Omega this summer. She suggested making friends with your body. Instead of treating it like a workhorse (which I am completely guilty of ), we should instead be kind and loving to our bodies. Thank our body for what it does and how strong it is. I have to say, this rung home for me. I would like to take the time out to thank my body everyday for all it does and how good it is to me. Maybe you could try this too.

Okay, it is time for bed!
Goodnight and more soon......
xolysa