So I just spent the last 6 days in Dallas, TX. because my sister is pregnant with my miracle nephew; and it was her shower weekend. It was SO AWESOME!!! =) I got to rub her beautiful belly, talk to my sweet nephew in the womb (I told him to always mind his momma), and spend some serious Q.T. with several incredible women. The time spent solidified my opinion on the importance of having close relationships with women.
I can not tell you how nice it was to sit around with 6 other women - all extremely different - and just laugh, vent, laugh, and laugh some more! It was genuine "girl time", and it was rejuvenating!
What is the point, you ask? Well, I'll tell you...
Far too often we (women) are so incredibly competitive. We judge each other and give each other the stank-eye, rather than appreciating the differences between us. Why? Why do we hate when we could simply congratulate? I know it sounds silly, but it's true! We ladies need to be there for each other and have each other's back. We need to be able to open up to each other and speak freely, without fear of judgment. We need to be able to reach out to each other and know that, even if we have different beliefs and/or opinions about things, our girls will be there for us.
Make no mistake about it. The men in our lives are WONDERFUL, however the dynamic we have with our ladies is completely different - and that's a good thing. I am so incredibly grateful for the close friendships in my life!!! I love all my ladies like a fat kid loves cake! =)
It's late (3:54am TX time...yikes!) so I'm off to bed. I hope you all are well and having a great week thus far!
XOXOXOX
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March 8, 2011
February 9, 2011
The Unconquerable Dave
Talk about inspirational! Please check out the link below. It'll knock your socks off! =)
http://www.marksdailyapple.com/the-unconquerable-dave/
http://www.marksdailyapple.com/the-unconquerable-dave/
February 7, 2011
Week One Wrap Up
This is day 7! And it's the day after the Superbowl, where I know there are usually many tempting treats. How's everybody feeling??? Hopefully your "detox" symptoms have subsided...if not, don't fret. They will soon, and then you're not going to know what to do with all that amazing energy!
Today was kind of a rough day for me. Work is my major life stress, and when I don't have my entire staff there, then I have to cover for them and inevitably miss the ability to make it to the box - which totally sucks! This picture reminds me to keep the work/life balance in check:
What gives you a reality check???
On another note, check out this article from Greg Everett about the Olympic Lift Starting Position: http://www.cathletics.com/articles/article.php?articleID=49
As with most of the links I reference, it's a bit long, but really informative!
I hope you've all had a fantastic week. Sound off and let us know how you're doing!
Today was kind of a rough day for me. Work is my major life stress, and when I don't have my entire staff there, then I have to cover for them and inevitably miss the ability to make it to the box - which totally sucks! This picture reminds me to keep the work/life balance in check:
What gives you a reality check???
On another note, check out this article from Greg Everett about the Olympic Lift Starting Position: http://www.cathletics.com/articles/article.php?articleID=49
As with most of the links I reference, it's a bit long, but really informative!
I hope you've all had a fantastic week. Sound off and let us know how you're doing!
February 4, 2011
Crab Cakes with Herb Aioli
Oh this creation is one of my favorites! It's super easy because I used wild caught, canned crab. I LOOOOOOOVE me some seafood, and crab cakes are one of my favorite things EVER!
Cue Song: "My Favorite Things" from the Sound of Music
Previously I bought a crapload of King Crab legs, steamed them, and then spent fo'eva cracking them and pulling the meat. I saw the canned crab at the store and decided I would try it out and see how it fared. I had the crave for crab cakes last night, so I decided to get krunked up. The saved time in the kitchen was HUGE, and the cakes were friggin' DELICIOUS!
So here's how I rolled:
2 TBS coconut oil
4 green onions, chopped (I used all of the light part too)
16 oz. canned crab, drained
1 egg
2 TBS mayonnaise
1 tsp dry mustard
1/4 C ground almonds (you can also use almond flour...Trader Joes sells raw, unblanched)
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 & 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
salt & pepper to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1/2 C ground almonds or almond flour
Enough coconut oil to fry the cakes
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Saute green onions briefly until tender and then cool slightly.
Combine crabmeat, sauteed green onions, egg, mayonnaise, dry mustard, 1/4 C ground almonds, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt and pepper.
Form into 1/2 inch thick patties & coat the patties with remaining ground almonds.
Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Cook cakes 8-10 mins each side. Drain briefly on paper towels and serve with the creamy, garlicy deliciousness below. =)
1/2 C mayonnaise
1.5 tsp dried chives
1.5 tsp dried parsley
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Mix everything up, and use for your cakes...Y-U-M!!!
Cue Song: "My Favorite Things" from the Sound of Music
Previously I bought a crapload of King Crab legs, steamed them, and then spent fo'eva cracking them and pulling the meat. I saw the canned crab at the store and decided I would try it out and see how it fared. I had the crave for crab cakes last night, so I decided to get krunked up. The saved time in the kitchen was HUGE, and the cakes were friggin' DELICIOUS!
So here's how I rolled:
2 TBS coconut oil
4 green onions, chopped (I used all of the light part too)
16 oz. canned crab, drained
1 egg
2 TBS mayonnaise
1 tsp dry mustard
1/4 C ground almonds (you can also use almond flour...Trader Joes sells raw, unblanched)
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 & 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
salt & pepper to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1/2 C ground almonds or almond flour
Enough coconut oil to fry the cakes
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Saute green onions briefly until tender and then cool slightly.
Combine crabmeat, sauteed green onions, egg, mayonnaise, dry mustard, 1/4 C ground almonds, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt and pepper.
Form into 1/2 inch thick patties & coat the patties with remaining ground almonds.
Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Cook cakes 8-10 mins each side. Drain briefly on paper towels and serve with the creamy, garlicy deliciousness below. =)
1/2 C mayonnaise
1.5 tsp dried chives
1.5 tsp dried parsley
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Mix everything up, and use for your cakes...Y-U-M!!!
The B**** Mode
This is a great post from Crossfit Lisbeth's blog...LOVE IT, and I think you will too!!! =)
http://crossfitlisbeth.com/page/3/
http://crossfitlisbeth.com/page/3/
February 2, 2011
Build Your World
Today, I won’t use my words against anyone else. Or my hands. I will work only to build my dream.
Today, I will grip the steel and I will keep it close to my body. Let no weight stray far from my center. I can’t control what is away from me.
Today, I will keep my feet firmly planted. And, at the right moment, I will jump. And land again, with the weight. I will hold it until I can hold it no more. And then I will let it fall away from me and I will be done with it.
Today, I will get stronger — in my sinew, in my head, in my heart. I will consume no food that weakens me, no words that will bring me down, no blackness to poison my soul.
My time on this earth is limited.
My actions don’t have to be.
The opportunities are as wide and as open as I want them to be.
The only limiting factor is my mind.
Only I can defeat me.
Today, I won’t let me get me.
I have moved beyond, and I now live in a world of possibilities.
It is so bright here.
How could I ever go back?
Check out http://crossfitlisbeth.com/ for more fantastic WODs "Words of the Day"
Today, I will grip the steel and I will keep it close to my body. Let no weight stray far from my center. I can’t control what is away from me.
Today, I will keep my feet firmly planted. And, at the right moment, I will jump. And land again, with the weight. I will hold it until I can hold it no more. And then I will let it fall away from me and I will be done with it.
Today, I will get stronger — in my sinew, in my head, in my heart. I will consume no food that weakens me, no words that will bring me down, no blackness to poison my soul.
My time on this earth is limited.
My actions don’t have to be.
The opportunities are as wide and as open as I want them to be.
The only limiting factor is my mind.
Only I can defeat me.
Today, I won’t let me get me.
I have moved beyond, and I now live in a world of possibilities.
It is so bright here.
How could I ever go back?
Check out http://crossfitlisbeth.com/ for more fantastic WODs "Words of the Day"
February 1, 2011
Oatmeal - minus the Oatmeal
Here's a lil' sumptin' that might help with any breakfast cravings for oatmeal:
1/2 Roasted Acorn Squash, pureed (any other winter squash like Kabocha, Butternut, or Delicata would work too)
1 TBS. Almond Butter
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1-2 TBS. Ground Flax Seeds (grind whole seeds immediately before use)
1/2 tsp.
Pure Maple Syrup - the REAL stuff (if desired...the squash is usually sweet enough, after roasting, on it's own)
Squish the squash, almond butter, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Sprinkle with flax and drizzle with maple syrup (if using).
Grub.
This would make a great post-workout snack or can be eaten in the morning served with sausage or bacon and eggs.
1/2 Roasted Acorn Squash, pureed (any other winter squash like Kabocha, Butternut, or Delicata would work too)
1 TBS. Almond Butter
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1-2 TBS. Ground Flax Seeds (grind whole seeds immediately before use)
1/2 tsp.
Pure Maple Syrup - the REAL stuff (if desired...the squash is usually sweet enough, after roasting, on it's own)
Squish the squash, almond butter, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Sprinkle with flax and drizzle with maple syrup (if using).
Grub.
This would make a great post-workout snack or can be eaten in the morning served with sausage or bacon and eggs.
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