The definition of a trigger food – food that causes you to lose control; binge eat. Some people feel it is best to avoid foods that cause the urge binge eat. Some will say to keep all trigger foods out of your house. I tend to disagree. I am a huge believer in exposing yourself to said food as much as possible. Basically, you want to desensitize yourself to those foods. For example, if you cannot trust yourself around chips, eat them daily, in a controlled situation, when you are not starving and can measure out a proper portion. Plan...
Finding Peace within the Chaos
This is Me… Everyone handles their emotions differently. Everyone deals with uncertain times in their own unique way. Some people eat when stressed, lonely, bored, others tend to overexercise and under eat, some go into organizing and excessive cleaning mode, others give up all together. To each their own. I am always talking to my girls about allowing each other to be different, allowing others to live their own life, follow their path (including their sisters). I want my girls to be okay with being their own person. I am a big believer in “you do you”, my sister-in-law taught...
YouTube
I am excited to announce my YouTube Channel is HERE. I’ve always wanted to workout with all of you through YouTube, but feared failing. Well, I finally took the plunge and uploaded my first workout video. My sweet Sophia was an amazing editor and publisher. I don’t know if I would have taken this giant leap without her love and encouragement. I love that I am showing my girls you can do anything you put your mind to, never be afraid to try, even if you fail. Fear is the thief of success. Ready or not here we go…. “What...
Baked French Toast with Cinnamon Sugar Topping
This recipe is a favorite in our house and it’s so simple. Seriously, every time I make this I always think why don’t I make it more often. I love that you do just about everything the day before. In the morning you just add the topping and pop it into the oven. This was perfect for Mother’s Day. Ingredients: 1 (12-16 oz) loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices 8 large eggs 2 cups milk 2 cups half and half 2 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon Directions: Butter 13x9x2-inch baking pan. Layer bread slices in pan. Set aside....