You guys!!!! I have so much to share with you today. Including some delicious recipes to help you have a morning that you start off with "Hey Guys!!!" https://youtu.be/mFjuQSNAOk4 I am down 17.6 pounds. That point six may not seem like a lot, but I am getting closer and closer to being down 20 pounds!… Continue reading Drop It Like It is Hot & Other Recipes
Dream Vacations
Ribbons of Scarlet
This past weekend, I happened to finish an extraordinary book titled, "Ribbons of Scarlet" A Novel of the French Revolution's Women by Kate Quinn, Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie, E. Knight, Sophie Perinot, Heather Webb, and the forward by Allison Pataki. https://youtu.be/D1pVP6-NqyY I first discovered Stephanie Dray when I read America's First Daughter, a fantastic biographical,… Continue reading Ribbons of Scarlet
The Heart Led Leader
About a year ago, the Leadership Institute at Columbus State University sent me this book- The Heart Led Leader by Tommy Spaulding. The book was actually a signed copy by the author and like all nice gifts I get from various things I'm involved in, I sort of sat it aside thinking, "Okay, I'll get… Continue reading The Heart Led Leader
Paprika Chicken – Low Carb
This recipe is always a hit at my house and is super easy. Low-carb without being low on taste. 4- 4oz chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)Freshly ground black pepper1/2 c heavy cream1/2 c sour cream1/2 c chopped sweet onionsea salt1 tbsp olive oil2 tsp smoked paprika2 tbsp fresh parsley Season chicken with salt & pepper. Place… Continue reading Paprika Chicken – Low Carb
KETO Garlicky Cheddar Biscuits & Gravy
It's time to prove that you don't have to give up flavor or taste to eat low-carb! Let's get to it: For the Biscuits: 3 large egg whites2 tbsp minced garlic1 c. almond flour1 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp salt2 tbsp cold, hard unsalted butter, cut into 1/4 inch dice12 c. sharp cheddar cheese, diced Gravy:… Continue reading KETO Garlicky Cheddar Biscuits & Gravy
How do you pray?
Are you a person of prayer? That's a question I get a lot in the South. Our faith and how we practice it or not practice is of the utmost importance to most of our neighbors and friends. There appears to be a genuine concern for our salvation and almost every person you meet will… Continue reading How do you pray?
Pizza Casserole – Low Carb
As promised, I want to share with you some of the incredible recipes my family and I are experimenting with. If you will remember, on Memorial Day, I began eating a low-carb diet. As of today, Saturday, August 15th, I am down 17 pounds total. I'm not hungry, I'm not foggy, and I feel incredible.… Continue reading Pizza Casserole – Low Carb
Recipes: Cheesy Chicken Casserole
Before I give you this recipe, I need to warn you, this is NOT low-carb. This just happens to be one of the easiest and biggest hits at my house with the family (back when we were not exactly eating low-carb.) If you are in a hurry or you need to take a dish to… Continue reading Recipes: Cheesy Chicken Casserole
Healthier Living Done Better
I've done it you guys! I've stayed on a "diet" for almost three months now! 16 pounds down and going strong. It started on Memorial Day. I woke up and saw my husband walking through the house in a t shirt and his boxers. It is no secret he has been doing KETO for going… Continue reading Healthier Living Done Better
Coronacation – Midwest Style
I have often been accused of turning a sour situation into a spontaneous adventure. I've also been accused of being a bit of an opportunist. So when I found out my step daughter was going to spend three weeks in Chicago and needed a ride, I jumped on the opportunity to turn it into a… Continue reading Coronacation – Midwest Style