15 Minute Chicken Gumbo Favorites Add to PointsPlus™ Tracker
Course: soups
PointsPlus™ Value: 5
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 spray(s) cooking spray
1 package(s) frozen gumbo-style vegetables, 16 oz, a mixture of okra, peppers and onions
29 oz canned diced tomatoes, with mild chiles
12 oz refrigerated grilled chicken breast fillet, cubed, about 3 cups
1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp Creole seasoning
Instructions
Coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add vegetables and sauté over high heat, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute more.
Stir in tomatoes, chicken and Creole seasoning. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until hot, about 6 minutes. Yields about 1 1/2 cups per serving.
Friday, March 18, 2011
10 reasons to stay motivated
9 Hidden Reasons to Stay Motivated
Ways to Rediscover Your Drive
-- By Zach Van Hart
Everyone tells us to stay motivated. Our friends, our co-workers, our relatives say to keep going, don’t quit. Sometimes, though, you ask, "Why? Why try my hardest when it ends in disappointment? Why go through something when it’s going to hurt? Why?"
Because it’s going to be different this time! Because you can’t accomplish anything that you give up on. Disappointments and failures happen to everyone. The difference between those who reach their goals and those who don’t is staying motivated. If you’re motivated, you’ll keep going. If you keep going, eventually you’ll reach your goal.
Need more reasons? Here are 10 of our ‘hidden’ reasons to stay motivated. Use one or all of them to keep the fire burning inside you.
1. Confidence
How did it feel after that first jog around the block? Or when you finally walked the stairs at work without losing your breath? The more you accomplish, the more you’ll believe in yourself.
2. Fit into that dress
It’s been hanging up in your closet for two years now, just waiting to be thrown on for a night on the town. All it takes is for you to go that extra mile and stay on track. Before you know it, those two years will be ancient history.
3. Make the week easier
Ever felt like a week was taking forever? It feels like Friday, but it’s only Tuesday? This happens when you’re not working towards anything. When you have a goal in mind, you’ll want to cook that healthy dinner or go to the gym. The week will not only go faster, but be more enjoyable.
4. Gives you purpose
Every once in a while, we need a good reason to get out of bed. Here it is, right in front of you. Eat the healthy breakfast that’s going to jump start your day, go for your morning jog, or walk to the driveway and grab the newspaper. When you’re motivated, you have a reason to do what you do.
5. For your kids
And your grandkids. And their kids, too. The healthier you are, the longer you’ll be around to watch your kids grow and to spoil your grandchildren. They’ll want you to be around as long as possible; consider this just another present.
6. Power of momentum
It’s a scientific fact – something in motion tends to stay in motion. Momentum builds quickly and can lead to great results. Suddenly, you’re not only working for the goal, but also to keep your streak alive. Even more reason to reach your goals.
7. The ‘wow’ effect
Picture this: Walking into a bar, you run into someone from high school, and their eyes light up. They gasp, "Wow, you look great!" By sticking with your goals, this can happen. Watch the "wows" add up.
8. Spread the spark
When friends and family see how hard you’re working, they’ll wonder how they can reach their own goals. Guess who they’re going to look to for help? By staying motivated, you’ll not only help yourself, but others too.
9. Keep gaining experience
The more you do, the more you will learn and understand. You’ll discover which tactics work best for you and which ones don’t. It’s like weeding out the garden - not the most enjoyable job in the world, but when you’re done, all that’s left are beautiful flowers. Keeping sticking with it and soon it will be all flowers for you.
Ways to Rediscover Your Drive
-- By Zach Van Hart
Everyone tells us to stay motivated. Our friends, our co-workers, our relatives say to keep going, don’t quit. Sometimes, though, you ask, "Why? Why try my hardest when it ends in disappointment? Why go through something when it’s going to hurt? Why?"
Because it’s going to be different this time! Because you can’t accomplish anything that you give up on. Disappointments and failures happen to everyone. The difference between those who reach their goals and those who don’t is staying motivated. If you’re motivated, you’ll keep going. If you keep going, eventually you’ll reach your goal.
Need more reasons? Here are 10 of our ‘hidden’ reasons to stay motivated. Use one or all of them to keep the fire burning inside you.
1. Confidence
How did it feel after that first jog around the block? Or when you finally walked the stairs at work without losing your breath? The more you accomplish, the more you’ll believe in yourself.
2. Fit into that dress
It’s been hanging up in your closet for two years now, just waiting to be thrown on for a night on the town. All it takes is for you to go that extra mile and stay on track. Before you know it, those two years will be ancient history.
3. Make the week easier
Ever felt like a week was taking forever? It feels like Friday, but it’s only Tuesday? This happens when you’re not working towards anything. When you have a goal in mind, you’ll want to cook that healthy dinner or go to the gym. The week will not only go faster, but be more enjoyable.
4. Gives you purpose
Every once in a while, we need a good reason to get out of bed. Here it is, right in front of you. Eat the healthy breakfast that’s going to jump start your day, go for your morning jog, or walk to the driveway and grab the newspaper. When you’re motivated, you have a reason to do what you do.
5. For your kids
And your grandkids. And their kids, too. The healthier you are, the longer you’ll be around to watch your kids grow and to spoil your grandchildren. They’ll want you to be around as long as possible; consider this just another present.
6. Power of momentum
It’s a scientific fact – something in motion tends to stay in motion. Momentum builds quickly and can lead to great results. Suddenly, you’re not only working for the goal, but also to keep your streak alive. Even more reason to reach your goals.
7. The ‘wow’ effect
Picture this: Walking into a bar, you run into someone from high school, and their eyes light up. They gasp, "Wow, you look great!" By sticking with your goals, this can happen. Watch the "wows" add up.
8. Spread the spark
When friends and family see how hard you’re working, they’ll wonder how they can reach their own goals. Guess who they’re going to look to for help? By staying motivated, you’ll not only help yourself, but others too.
9. Keep gaining experience
The more you do, the more you will learn and understand. You’ll discover which tactics work best for you and which ones don’t. It’s like weeding out the garden - not the most enjoyable job in the world, but when you’re done, all that’s left are beautiful flowers. Keeping sticking with it and soon it will be all flowers for you.
Beer Cheat Sheet
29 facts and tips to savor with your favorite malt beverage.
What’ll ya have?
There are thousands of different beers. Here’s a selection of popular brews. Some are smarter grabs that save PointsPlus™ values. All are 12 ounces.
Beers with 2 PointsPlus values
Miller Genuine Draft Light 64 (MGD 64)
Select55
Beers with 3 PointsPlus values
Bud Ice Light
Budweiser Select
Busch Light
Coors Light
Miller Light
Beers with More PointsPlus values
Budweiser
Busch
Coors
Miller Genuine Draft
Miller Highlife Beer bellies, the traditional male malady, are enough to put either sex off downing a cold one. But they're a myth, says Charlie Bamforth, PhD, chair and professor, Department of Food Science and Technology, University of California, Davis and author of Beer: Health and Nutrition. "This is a silly myth. If folks get fat from drinking beer it's because their total calorie intake is too high and they are not working it off."
The Good News
Beer contains some B vitamins, antioxidants and minerals. It also has:
•NO cholesterol
•NO fat
•very little sugar
The bad news
While experts may pooh-pooh beer bellies, the fact remains that alcohol is one calorie-dense nectar, packing seven calories per gram. That's almost as much as fat, which has nine calories per gram. Don't blame the malt. "The most significant source of calories in beer is the alcohol itself," says Bamforth, "The stronger the beer, the more calories."
•Most 12-ounce beer with 5 percent alcohol by volume contains a PointsPlus value of 5.
•The typical 16-ounce draft pint contains a PointsPlus value of 6.
•Most 12-ounce "light" beers have a PointsPlus value of 3.
•A 1-pint draft of light beer has a PointsPlusvalue of 4.
•A 12-ounce non-alcoholic beer has a PointsPlusvalue of 2.
Can it improve your health?
Some studies show that moderate drinking may help lower risk of heart disease, particularly in women over 55 and men over 45. But what is moderate? For women, it's no more than one drink per day. For men, it's no more than two. Exceed your quota, and the risk of heart and liver disease, stroke and accidents negate any perks.
Don't follow the lite
The terms "light" and "lite" (or any other cutesy variation) have no legal definition. They could mean the beer is light in color or lighter than lead — or anything else the staff at the brewery decided.
Watch your low-carb language
If the labels reads "low carbohydrate," the beer must have no more than 7 grams of carbohydrates per serving. But any beer can tout "reduced carbohydrates" or "lower carbohydrates" on its label, just so long as the brewery makes a more carb-heavy beer. Shifty, eh?
Do suds wine-style
A tip that adds civility and can shave PointsPlus values: "There's nothing wrong with pouring a beer into two glasses at dinner like you would with wine," says George F. Reisch, brewmaster for Anheiser Busch, Inc. Yes, you read correctly. One of the guys who makes Budweiser takes his Bud in a white-wine glass. "I actually think people should share beers more," Reisch adds. "It's smart and your last sip will still be cold."
Nix the nuts
Those robotic grabs of peanuts or cheddar fish can add up to triple the calories and PointsPlus values of the beer you drink. Be prepared: Drinking can lead to snacking, so keep the right stuff on hand — or see if you can charm the bartender into stocking better choices. Instead of party mix, try:
Unsalted pretzels 1 oz 3 PointsPlus values
94% fat-free microwave-popped popcorn 5 cups 3 PointsPlus values
Radishes (a German favorite) 1 cup 0 PointsPlus values
About the Writer
Jeffery Lindenmuth is a fine dining writer and lecturer, who has written for Esquire, Wine & Spirits, Men's Health and Cooking Light.
What’ll ya have?
There are thousands of different beers. Here’s a selection of popular brews. Some are smarter grabs that save PointsPlus™ values. All are 12 ounces.
Beers with 2 PointsPlus values
Miller Genuine Draft Light 64 (MGD 64)
Select55
Beers with 3 PointsPlus values
Bud Ice Light
Budweiser Select
Busch Light
Coors Light
Miller Light
Beers with More PointsPlus values
Budweiser
Busch
Coors
Miller Genuine Draft
Miller Highlife Beer bellies, the traditional male malady, are enough to put either sex off downing a cold one. But they're a myth, says Charlie Bamforth, PhD, chair and professor, Department of Food Science and Technology, University of California, Davis and author of Beer: Health and Nutrition. "This is a silly myth. If folks get fat from drinking beer it's because their total calorie intake is too high and they are not working it off."
The Good News
Beer contains some B vitamins, antioxidants and minerals. It also has:
•NO cholesterol
•NO fat
•very little sugar
The bad news
While experts may pooh-pooh beer bellies, the fact remains that alcohol is one calorie-dense nectar, packing seven calories per gram. That's almost as much as fat, which has nine calories per gram. Don't blame the malt. "The most significant source of calories in beer is the alcohol itself," says Bamforth, "The stronger the beer, the more calories."
•Most 12-ounce beer with 5 percent alcohol by volume contains a PointsPlus value of 5.
•The typical 16-ounce draft pint contains a PointsPlus value of 6.
•Most 12-ounce "light" beers have a PointsPlus value of 3.
•A 1-pint draft of light beer has a PointsPlusvalue of 4.
•A 12-ounce non-alcoholic beer has a PointsPlusvalue of 2.
Can it improve your health?
Some studies show that moderate drinking may help lower risk of heart disease, particularly in women over 55 and men over 45. But what is moderate? For women, it's no more than one drink per day. For men, it's no more than two. Exceed your quota, and the risk of heart and liver disease, stroke and accidents negate any perks.
Don't follow the lite
The terms "light" and "lite" (or any other cutesy variation) have no legal definition. They could mean the beer is light in color or lighter than lead — or anything else the staff at the brewery decided.
Watch your low-carb language
If the labels reads "low carbohydrate," the beer must have no more than 7 grams of carbohydrates per serving. But any beer can tout "reduced carbohydrates" or "lower carbohydrates" on its label, just so long as the brewery makes a more carb-heavy beer. Shifty, eh?
Do suds wine-style
A tip that adds civility and can shave PointsPlus values: "There's nothing wrong with pouring a beer into two glasses at dinner like you would with wine," says George F. Reisch, brewmaster for Anheiser Busch, Inc. Yes, you read correctly. One of the guys who makes Budweiser takes his Bud in a white-wine glass. "I actually think people should share beers more," Reisch adds. "It's smart and your last sip will still be cold."
Nix the nuts
Those robotic grabs of peanuts or cheddar fish can add up to triple the calories and PointsPlus values of the beer you drink. Be prepared: Drinking can lead to snacking, so keep the right stuff on hand — or see if you can charm the bartender into stocking better choices. Instead of party mix, try:
Unsalted pretzels 1 oz 3 PointsPlus values
94% fat-free microwave-popped popcorn 5 cups 3 PointsPlus values
Radishes (a German favorite) 1 cup 0 PointsPlus values
About the Writer
Jeffery Lindenmuth is a fine dining writer and lecturer, who has written for Esquire, Wine & Spirits, Men's Health and Cooking Light.
Mediterranean Chicken
mediterranean chicken Favorites Add to PointsPlus™ Tracker
Course: main meals
PointsPlus™ Value: 6
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Warmed chicken breasts topped with vegetable salsa give a whole new meaning to grilled chicken salad.
Details Read all reviews (114) Ingredients
2 tsp lemon pepper
1/3 cup(s) white all-purpose flour
1 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, four 4 oz pieces
4 medium scallion(s), chopped
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (juice of 1 lemon)
1/8 tsp curry powder, pinch
3 Tbsp diet italian salad dressing, 2 calories per tbs, fat-free
1/2 cup(s) (sliced) avocado, peeled
3 small tomato(es), plum, diced
7 medium olive(s), jumbo pitted,chopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400ºF. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
Combine seasoning and flour. Lightly coat chicken with cooking spray, then coat each breast with flour mixture. Place chicken in prepared dish and bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
In a bowl, combine scallions, lemon juice, curry powder, dressing, avocado, tomatoes and olives.
Divide chicken breasts between four plates and top with avocado salsa.
Course: main meals
PointsPlus™ Value: 6
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Warmed chicken breasts topped with vegetable salsa give a whole new meaning to grilled chicken salad.
Details Read all reviews (114) Ingredients
2 tsp lemon pepper
1/3 cup(s) white all-purpose flour
1 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, four 4 oz pieces
4 medium scallion(s), chopped
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (juice of 1 lemon)
1/8 tsp curry powder, pinch
3 Tbsp diet italian salad dressing, 2 calories per tbs, fat-free
1/2 cup(s) (sliced) avocado, peeled
3 small tomato(es), plum, diced
7 medium olive(s), jumbo pitted,chopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400ºF. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
Combine seasoning and flour. Lightly coat chicken with cooking spray, then coat each breast with flour mixture. Place chicken in prepared dish and bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
In a bowl, combine scallions, lemon juice, curry powder, dressing, avocado, tomatoes and olives.
Divide chicken breasts between four plates and top with avocado salsa.
Mediterranean Chicken
mediterranean chicken Favorites Add to PointsPlus™ Tracker
Course: main meals
PointsPlus™ Value: 6
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Warmed chicken breasts topped with vegetable salsa give a whole new meaning to grilled chicken salad.
Details Read all reviews (114) Ingredients
2 tsp lemon pepper
1/3 cup(s) white all-purpose flour
1 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, four 4 oz pieces
4 medium scallion(s), chopped
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (juice of 1 lemon)
1/8 tsp curry powder, pinch
3 Tbsp diet italian salad dressing, 2 calories per tbs, fat-free
1/2 cup(s) (sliced) avocado, peeled
3 small tomato(es), plum, diced
7 medium olive(s), jumbo pitted,chopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400ºF. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
Combine seasoning and flour. Lightly coat chicken with cooking spray, then coat each breast with flour mixture. Place chicken in prepared dish and bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
In a bowl, combine scallions, lemon juice, curry powder, dressing, avocado, tomatoes and olives.
Divide chicken breasts between four plates and top with avocado salsa.
Course: main meals
PointsPlus™ Value: 6
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Warmed chicken breasts topped with vegetable salsa give a whole new meaning to grilled chicken salad.
Details Read all reviews (114) Ingredients
2 tsp lemon pepper
1/3 cup(s) white all-purpose flour
1 pound(s) uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast, four 4 oz pieces
4 medium scallion(s), chopped
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (juice of 1 lemon)
1/8 tsp curry powder, pinch
3 Tbsp diet italian salad dressing, 2 calories per tbs, fat-free
1/2 cup(s) (sliced) avocado, peeled
3 small tomato(es), plum, diced
7 medium olive(s), jumbo pitted,chopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400ºF. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
Combine seasoning and flour. Lightly coat chicken with cooking spray, then coat each breast with flour mixture. Place chicken in prepared dish and bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
In a bowl, combine scallions, lemon juice, curry powder, dressing, avocado, tomatoes and olives.
Divide chicken breasts between four plates and top with avocado salsa.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
A woman's week at the gym.
A WOMAN'S WEEK AT THE GYM (Thank you Wendy for sharing)
If you read this without laughing out loud, there is something wrong with you. This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine.
Dear Diary,
For my birthday this year, I purchased a week of personal training at the local health club. Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and give it a try.
I called the club and made my reservations with a personal trainer named Christo, who identified himself as a 26-year-old aerobics instructor and model for athletic clothing and swim wear.
Friends seemed pleased with my enthusiasm to get started! The club encouraged me to keep a diary to chart my progress.
________________________________
MONDAY:
Started my day at 6:00 am. Tough to get out of bed, but found it was well worth it when I arrived at the health club to find Christo waiting for me. He is something of a Greek god--with blond hair, dancing eyes, and a dazzling white smile. Woo Hoo!!
Christo gave me a tour and showed me the machines. I enjoyed watching the skillful way in which he conducted his aerobics class after my workout today. Very inspiring!
Christo was encouraging as I did my sit-ups, although my gut was already aching from holding it in the whole time he was around.
This is going to be a FANTASTIC week!!
________________________________
TUESDAY:
I drank a whole pot of coffee, but I finally made it out the door. Christo made me lie on my back and push a heavy iron bar into the air then he put weights on it! My legs were a little wobbly on the treadmill, but I made the full mile. His rewarding smile made it all worthwhile. I feel GREAT! It's a whole new life for me.
_______________________________
WEDNESDAY:
The only way I can brush my teeth is by laying the toothbrush on the counter and moving my mouth back and forth over it. I believe I have a hernia in both pectorals. Driving was OK as long as I didn't try to steer or stop. I parked on top of a GEO in the club parking lot.
Christo was impatient with me, insisting that my screams bothered other club members. His voice is a little too perky for that early in the morning and when he scolds, he gets this nasally whine that is VERY annoying.
My chest hurt when I got on the treadmill, so Christo put me on the stair monster. Why the hell would anyone invent a machine to simulate an activity rendered obsolete by elevators? Christo told me it would help me get in shape and enjoy life. He said some other shit too.
_______________________________
THURSDAY:
Asshole was waiting for me with his vampire-like teeth exposed as his thin, cruel lips were pulled back in a full snarl. I couldn't help being a half an hour late-- it took me that long to tie my shoes.
He took me to work out with dumbbells. When he was not looking, I ran and hid in the restroom. He sent some skinny bitch to find me.
Then, as punishment, he put me on the rowing machine--which I sank.
_________________________________
FRIDAY:
I hate that bastard Christo more than any human being has ever hated any other human being in the history of the world. Stupid, skinny, anemic, anorexic, little aerobics instructor. If there was a part of my body I could move without unbearable pain, I would beat him with it. Christo wanted me to work on my triceps. I don't have any triceps! And if you don't want dents in the floor, don't hand me the damn barbells or anything that weighs more than a sandwich. The treadmill flung me off and I landed on a health and nutrition teacher. Why couldn't it have been someone softer, like the drama coach or the choir director?
________________________________
SATURDAY:
Satan left a message on my answering machine in his grating, shrilly voice wondering why I did not show up today. Just hearing his voice made me want to smash the machine with my planner; however, I lacked the strength to even use the TV remote and ended up catching eleven straight hours of the Weather Channel.
________________________________
SUNDAY:
I'm having the Church van pick me up for services today so I can go and thank GOD that this week is over. I will also pray that next year my husband will choose a gift for me that is fun--like a root canal or a hysterectomy. I still say if God had wanted me to bend over, he would have sprinkled the floor with diamonds!!!
If you read this without laughing out loud, there is something wrong with you. This is dedicated to everyone who ever attempted to get into a regular workout routine.
Dear Diary,
For my birthday this year, I purchased a week of personal training at the local health club. Although I am still in great shape since being a high school football cheerleader 43 years ago, I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and give it a try.
I called the club and made my reservations with a personal trainer named Christo, who identified himself as a 26-year-old aerobics instructor and model for athletic clothing and swim wear.
Friends seemed pleased with my enthusiasm to get started! The club encouraged me to keep a diary to chart my progress.
________________________________
MONDAY:
Started my day at 6:00 am. Tough to get out of bed, but found it was well worth it when I arrived at the health club to find Christo waiting for me. He is something of a Greek god--with blond hair, dancing eyes, and a dazzling white smile. Woo Hoo!!
Christo gave me a tour and showed me the machines. I enjoyed watching the skillful way in which he conducted his aerobics class after my workout today. Very inspiring!
Christo was encouraging as I did my sit-ups, although my gut was already aching from holding it in the whole time he was around.
This is going to be a FANTASTIC week!!
________________________________
TUESDAY:
I drank a whole pot of coffee, but I finally made it out the door. Christo made me lie on my back and push a heavy iron bar into the air then he put weights on it! My legs were a little wobbly on the treadmill, but I made the full mile. His rewarding smile made it all worthwhile. I feel GREAT! It's a whole new life for me.
_______________________________
WEDNESDAY:
The only way I can brush my teeth is by laying the toothbrush on the counter and moving my mouth back and forth over it. I believe I have a hernia in both pectorals. Driving was OK as long as I didn't try to steer or stop. I parked on top of a GEO in the club parking lot.
Christo was impatient with me, insisting that my screams bothered other club members. His voice is a little too perky for that early in the morning and when he scolds, he gets this nasally whine that is VERY annoying.
My chest hurt when I got on the treadmill, so Christo put me on the stair monster. Why the hell would anyone invent a machine to simulate an activity rendered obsolete by elevators? Christo told me it would help me get in shape and enjoy life. He said some other shit too.
_______________________________
THURSDAY:
Asshole was waiting for me with his vampire-like teeth exposed as his thin, cruel lips were pulled back in a full snarl. I couldn't help being a half an hour late-- it took me that long to tie my shoes.
He took me to work out with dumbbells. When he was not looking, I ran and hid in the restroom. He sent some skinny bitch to find me.
Then, as punishment, he put me on the rowing machine--which I sank.
_________________________________
FRIDAY:
I hate that bastard Christo more than any human being has ever hated any other human being in the history of the world. Stupid, skinny, anemic, anorexic, little aerobics instructor. If there was a part of my body I could move without unbearable pain, I would beat him with it. Christo wanted me to work on my triceps. I don't have any triceps! And if you don't want dents in the floor, don't hand me the damn barbells or anything that weighs more than a sandwich. The treadmill flung me off and I landed on a health and nutrition teacher. Why couldn't it have been someone softer, like the drama coach or the choir director?
________________________________
SATURDAY:
Satan left a message on my answering machine in his grating, shrilly voice wondering why I did not show up today. Just hearing his voice made me want to smash the machine with my planner; however, I lacked the strength to even use the TV remote and ended up catching eleven straight hours of the Weather Channel.
________________________________
SUNDAY:
I'm having the Church van pick me up for services today so I can go and thank GOD that this week is over. I will also pray that next year my husband will choose a gift for me that is fun--like a root canal or a hysterectomy. I still say if God had wanted me to bend over, he would have sprinkled the floor with diamonds!!!
Slim Down St.Patrick's Day
Slim Down St. Patrick's Day
Article By: Natalie Nodecker
Use these tips to make this holiday fun and festive — with fewer calories.
Here are 10 fun tips for getting through the day without over-the-rainbow PointsPlus™ values.
Everyone loves a parade
Instead of sitting on the sidelines, get involved. Either join a group that's walking or march to your own beat.
Seeing green
Yep, it'll be everywhere, so go with the flow and start your own tradition. Every time someone around you mentions green, tack on an additional push-up or an extra minute of cardio to the next day's workout.
Find the true green
Taking a hike in the spring weather can be an excellent way to see some natural greens. Pack a lunch and hit the trails.
Pass the green tea, please
Besides all of the added health benefits that green tea can provide, drinking this green beverage puts you in your own holiday spirit — a relaxed one.
Eat your greens
Celebrate by eating all the verdant veggies you can get your hands on: spinach, broccoli, green beans, lettuce.
Plan a picnic
Weather permitting, get outside and into the grass to hunt for four-leaf clovers.
Throw a party
Invite friends to your place and require that each bring a healthy dish. With you in control of the food and the drink, it won't take any luck to get you through the holiday.
Get creative with food coloring
Use green food-coloring to make healthy and festive snacks for you or your kids. Low PointsPlus value green milkshakes, anyone?
Make yourself a personal pot of gold
Write your accomplishments on slips of paper and keep them together in a little black pot. One day, that pot of success will make you feel rich.
Article By: Natalie Nodecker
Use these tips to make this holiday fun and festive — with fewer calories.
Here are 10 fun tips for getting through the day without over-the-rainbow PointsPlus™ values.
Everyone loves a parade
Instead of sitting on the sidelines, get involved. Either join a group that's walking or march to your own beat.
Seeing green
Yep, it'll be everywhere, so go with the flow and start your own tradition. Every time someone around you mentions green, tack on an additional push-up or an extra minute of cardio to the next day's workout.
Find the true green
Taking a hike in the spring weather can be an excellent way to see some natural greens. Pack a lunch and hit the trails.
Pass the green tea, please
Besides all of the added health benefits that green tea can provide, drinking this green beverage puts you in your own holiday spirit — a relaxed one.
Eat your greens
Celebrate by eating all the verdant veggies you can get your hands on: spinach, broccoli, green beans, lettuce.
Plan a picnic
Weather permitting, get outside and into the grass to hunt for four-leaf clovers.
Throw a party
Invite friends to your place and require that each bring a healthy dish. With you in control of the food and the drink, it won't take any luck to get you through the holiday.
Get creative with food coloring
Use green food-coloring to make healthy and festive snacks for you or your kids. Low PointsPlus value green milkshakes, anyone?
Make yourself a personal pot of gold
Write your accomplishments on slips of paper and keep them together in a little black pot. One day, that pot of success will make you feel rich.
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