It was 104 degrees yesterday! I guess this is what you call a southern summer. Nick had a baseball game and both of my parents came. I don't know how anyone can play baseball under the hot sun in socks, pants, and thick jerseys; I was burning up in a T-shirt. I cut the team up some fresh watermelon from the farmers market so they could stay hydrated. Tino found ...
Today’s Breakfast: Cranberry Banana Peach Oatmeal
Today is day EIGHT of the "cleaning up my diet" plan. I don't care about any of the negative comments, I am freaking proud of myself for sticking to it strictly. It's a lot easier than I thought. It's easy to fall of track when it comes to a healthy diet, but it's also easy to hop right back on. It takes will power, extra time, and dedication! For breakfast this ...
Big Breakfast: Whole Wheat Blueberry Pecan Pancakes
Good Morning! I haven't fully recovered from my jet lag yet. I've been falling asleep early and waking up early. I've been forcing myself to stay awake longer and sleep in later, but it's not working too well. On Tuesday, I went to bed at five pm, woke up at 7pm, went back to bed at 9pm and then woke up at 3 am. Last night, I went to bed at 8 pm and woke up at 4 ...
60 Calorie Healthy Pumpkin Bars With A Vanilla Bean Cream Cheese Frosting!
Halloween, Thanksgiving, or no holiday at all! These pumpkin bars are a must! As you already know, I am a huge fan of enjoying my favorite treats in healthier ways. Yesterday was no exception. My parents came to Detroit to visit and I wanted to bake up one of my dad and I’s favorites…pumpkin bars! My dad is not a fan of healthy foods. He thinks most of them are ...
At Home 30 Calorie Blended Iced Latte!
Whenever I go to Starbucks, I order the "Taralynn'sccino!" Today, I decided to make a copycat at home. It's actually better for you and a lot cheaper! There is nothing better than an iced cold coffee drink on a hot day! All you need is 1/4 cup of cold espresso (you can use cold iced coffee), 1/2 cup of ice, 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, and 1 packet stevia. If ...