I love soups of all kinds, but sadly most of my favorites are not anywhere close to being low carb. To remedy this I decided to start adapting my old soup recipes into more low carb-friendly meals. The first one I tried out is a spin on the classic spicy chicken stew that is served… Continue reading Spicy Chicken Stew (Low carb)
Our Favorite Fall Books
Since the temperatures in Northern Alabama have finally started to cool off, our family has begun to prepare for our fall traditions. In our house that of course means heading to the library to pick up loads of books on any and every fall-type thing. I get requests for new book ideas all the time,… Continue reading Our Favorite Fall Books
Frugal Things
1. Markdowns One of the biggest perks to doing instore shopping is being able to check the markdown sections at the grocery store. (I have been tempted by the idea of doing a grocery pick up instead of my normal shopping trips lately, but then I think about all of the clearance items I would… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Updates for Week 39
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (395 down and 105 to go) This past week I completed 11 miles by walking, taking a Zumba class, and doing YouTube workout videos. 2. Read two nonfiction or classic books each month Accomplished I have read countless ESL books this past month so I am counting… Continue reading Goal Updates for Week 39
Frugal Things
1. Costumes We were technically looking for Ben a costume, but instead we came across two really great costumes for Emma at the thrift store this week. One was a dragon costume that was in pristine condition so I figured that she could either wear it for Halloween or save it for a future… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Update for Week 36
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (364 miles down and 136 to go) I completed 11 miles this past week by walking outside (its very hot in Alabama right now) and doing a lot of indoor exercises thanks to BodyFit by Amy on YouTube (she put out three more videos this past week)… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 36
Things That Are Making Me Happy
1. Aldi Dark Chocolate Yum, yum, yum. Did I mention yum? I found this gem at Aldi a few months ago and was very impressed with how creamy the dark chocolate was. I get the 85% one, but the others are of course delicious as well. I love to slather on two tablespoons of peanut… Continue reading Things That Are Making Me Happy
Goal Update for Week 34
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (343 down and 157 to go) This past week I have swam, walked, Zumbaed (apparently it is a word), and weight lifted my way to ten miles. 2. Read at least two nonfiction or classic books each month (one down and one to go) Hope to find… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 34
Frugal Things
**Since I have missed a few Frugal Things updates, this is the highlight reel from the past few weeks. 1. Tincture I have been having anxiety issues for a few months now and have been trying a lot of homeopathic ways to cope with it. Besides a multitude of supplements and aromatherapy options (which knock… Continue reading Frugal Things
Goal Updates for Week 32
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year (323 down and 177 to go) Over the past week I have completed 10 miles by swimming, walking, taking Zumba classes, and doing new Body Fit by Amy videos on YouTube. 2. Read two nonfiction or classic books each month (one down and one to go) This… Continue reading Goal Updates for Week 32
Clinging to the Little Way 