Tuesday, January 25, 2011

How to Cook Tex-Mex Calzones

My mind is blank today...don't know what to cook - so I am looking at websites trying to get different ideas. I found this video interesting, thinking of modifying the recipe for Tex-Mex Calzones.

How to Cook Tex-Mex Calzones

Monday, January 24, 2011

cucumber trellis and pollinators in your garden

Here is a video featured on UNC-TV about creating a garden that will attract pollinators and how to use a trellis for cucumbers. Really good show for zone 7. Copy and paste the URL below, if your interested.

http://flash.unctv.org/almanac_gardener/2700/ag2704.html

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Lost 4 pounds

I have officially lost 4 pounds in about 20 days. I was so excited, I started running today. I am still going to mix up my workout - don't want to get bored. Just need to do better on my portion control...it's getting better, one day at a time.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Houston Art Car Parade


Sunflower Car by Artist Tim Young image via Orangeshow.org

If you like festivals and you are looking for something different - this festival in Houston, Texas in May 2011 - might be for you.

Starting a heath plan

Whether you are trying to lose weight or not, chances are...you would like to stay fit and healthy. If you are interested in starting a health plan - here is a great website: www.wholeliving.com/action-plan

Checkout this quick checklist/printout, just copy at paste this URL: http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2010Q4/wlap_actionplan.pdf

Monday, January 17, 2011

Garden Sheds on BHG.com


Click here for ideas:
A Gallery of Garden Shed Ideas

MLK day

Today was a nice relaxing day. Had a chance to talk to a good friend and eat Turkish food...I'm in heaven (food heaven that is). We chatted about our to-do-list for 2011 and we had a few items on the checklist that were the same...taking music lessons.

How is your checklist going for 2011? I hope today is your day to get something started or keep something going...

Sunday, January 16, 2011

Man drops 100 pounds mostly by running - Health Key

Man drops 100 pounds mostly by running - Health Key

Watching my favorite Sunday show

I love watching Aarti Party on a Sunday. Had a late night and pretty much, just getting out of bed. Who would have thought to put pretzel on a fried steak - looks so YUMMY!

Thinking about my workout routine for the day...think I am going to walk today. It's a little nippy out, but who cares. I need some fresh air. Commercial is over, back to my show...

Saturday, January 15, 2011

Pretzel-Fried Steak with Mango-Onion Gravy on the Food Network

Pretzel-Fried Steak with Mango-Onion Gravy on the Food Network

Aarti Party - Gluten-free recipe
Airing on Sunday morning - Food Network

Potato Gratin with Rosemary Crust


This recipe is on my list for this week. Have to get to the store and I am so making this. If you are interested in this recipe...Check out the URL below from Southern Living/December 2010 magazine:

Image via southernliving.com http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=50400000108677

An Artist's Handbook: Materials and Techniques (Pre-Order) - Interweave

An Artist's Handbook: Materials and Techniques (Pre-Order) - Interweave


This is a book that is on my list for February.

Friday, January 14, 2011

Natalie Grant - I Will Not Be Moved - Official Music Video

Reading day

I have been getting inspiration by reading great blogs and magazines today. Getting some yummy recipes from Southern Living magazine. I will share some of these with you guys tomorrow. Had a quiet day today. Didn't workout today, but will resume tomorrow. It's a good day to get something started...

Study: Taking More Steps Could Lower Diabetes Risk

Study: Taking More Steps Could Lower Diabetes Risk

Thursday, January 13, 2011

At the seaside


I want to make like a bird and fly south. Can't you just imagine yourself here...enjoying the fresh ocean breeze and soaking up the waves. This image is from coastalliving.com.

http://www.coastalliving.com/homes/decorating/best-coastal-homes-00414000069252/page11.html?iid=newsletter-ct-011311&PromKey=XET

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Birds hanging out

Bedroom Decorating: Cottage-Style Bedroom Decor

Bedroom Decorating: Cottage-Style Bedroom Decor

Taking out the Pilates

I'm dusting off my old Pilate's DVD and getting into it. It just might curb my workout boredom...changing things up a bit. I think my husband is going to join me today...Woohoo!

Here is a quote from Joel Osteen's book - Your Best Life Now - "As long as you can't imagine it, as long as you can't see it, then it is not going to happen for you".

Today is a good day to get something started.

Monday, January 10, 2011

Spring Cleaning Essentials - Photos - MyHomeIdeas.com

Spring Cleaning Essentials - Photos - MyHomeIdeas.com

Blogging is like being on the radio

I found that blogging is like being on the radio.  You are on the air and you're the only one talking...and you don't really know who's listening, unless they call, of course.  Blogging is the same, you are writing, but you don't really know who's reading, unless they leave a comment.

Keeping it real today and everyday...I am not feeling like working out today, but I am going too.  I am finding that, I don't think I can do an exercise program at home.  I need the extra push/the support.  As always - Thanks for reading.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Red Bellied Woodpecker

                          A woodpecker in my yard...

Dancing weight off

Okay - I finally did it.  I got on a scale.  I haven't lost anything yet, but there is still hope - it is still too early.  One of my Facebook friends, posted on her page that she lost 40 lbs. in 3 months by dancing.  WOW!  When I build up to a thirty minute workout, I might just try that.  Right now, I am just thinking of planning my next getaway.  We are going to try to plan our travels around festivals...like the South Beach Food & Wine Festival in Miami.

Sobe Wine & Food Festival

Sobe Wine & Food Festival

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Road tripping

I am moving like a turtle today.  Everything is going slow.   Haven't really did anything today, didn't even workout, yet, but I will.  Going on a road trip and going to do a ten minute walk, when I get there.  Need to clear my mind...hope to end my day at the beach, but for right now, I am just going to see where the road takes me.  Thanks for visiting...I hope today is your day to get something started or keep something going...

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Healthy Taco Recipes - Photos - SouthernLiving.com

Healthy Taco Recipes - Photos - SouthernLiving.com

Envision Yourself

It is day eight of my workout routine - I started working out for 10 minutes today. Don't know if I have actually lost weight, yet.  I don't want to start getting on a scale-just yet. Trying to stay focused on good eating, and exercise.

I was thinking today about vision and purpose.  What are your dreams?  Are you living it?  Do you have goals that you have set for yourself? Are you checking your list of things you want to do in your life?  If your life is not want you expected it to be...envision yourself in living the life that you wanted, and go for it.  Start thinking about ways to make it happen.  Do some research on that topic, write the list, and just do it!  Have no fear and take it one day at a time.

Best of the South Travel Awards - Photos - SouthernLiving.com

Best of the South Travel Awards - Photos - SouthernLiving.com

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Monday, January 3, 2011

Day Six - Your new life starts today

If you haven't done so already...jump start something new, read something inspiring, start a new hobby, get a new look or think about something good...and wake up with a smile on your face.  A good attitude is very contagious.  These are some things to do - to get your new life started...Also, don't forget about taking care of yourself, by taking vitamins, exercise, and eat a well balanced meal.

Day six of my weight loss challenge is still going strong, and my five minute workout is almost over, so ready to start my ten minute week...

If you get a chance, leave a comment.  Be blessed!

Sunday, January 2, 2011

3 Ways to Save on a Winter or Spring Family Getaway

3 Ways to Save on a Winter or Spring Family Getaway

Day Five - Healthy Portions

Wow!  It is already day five and I am still keeping up with my workout routine.  I'm thinking about food today. What am I going to make today for my family?  Whatever I make today - I am going to make sure I have small portions.  Just because your trying to lose weight, doesn't mean you have to start eating food without flavor.

I love baking.  I try to bake about twice a week.  My favorite thing to make for dessert is brownies.  I have one slice, and then I walk away. Speaking of walking, the weather is so beautiful today (65)...I'm going to get out of the house and take a walk through my neighborhood.  Don't forget to take time to smell the roses...or the fresh air - maybe take up bird watching...

How to Lose Weight | eHow.com

How to Lose Weight | eHow.com

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Day Four - Mind, Body and Soul

It's New Years Day, finally!  I am so motivated and had my five minutes of exercise for the day, but I don't just want to concentrate only on my physical appearance...I want to make sure that I have not left out my mind and my soul.  I signed up for a couple of magazine subscriptions. I have started a nutritional plan, and I am also making commitment  to listening and reading something inspirational.  I found a book by Joel Osteen - Your Best Life Now (7 Steps to Living at Your Full Potential), for one dollar at a bargain book store.  What a great bargain!  I can not put this book down...I would love to encourage you to take care of your whole body, stay focused, and keep up the good work.  Maybe this is your first day - trying to do something to lose weight, don't worry...you can do it - one day at a time.  

Homemade Potters Wheel | eHow.com

Homemade Potters Wheel | eHow.com