So we’ve got a busy week ahead. Most of it is fun! We’re going to see Justin Timberlake in Charlotte on Tuesday, then Todd’s going to New Orleans for a business trip. I’m flying down to join him for the weekend, and my in-laws are coming here to watch our boys! So kind of them! […]
How to Build a Healthy Lunch Bowl
Typically (thought not as much lately with sick kids) my days start at 4:15 (that’s ideal), I work out at 5, eat breakfast around 6:45, take the boys to school at 8 and 9 (if Ridge has preschool), run errands (aka drive all over Charlotte) or go to appointments or work on my computer or […]
13 Tips for Meal Planning and Prep
I have talked about meal planning plenty of times on my blog, but it is something that I am really passionate about, because it absolutely makes a difference in how healthy you eat. I fully believe that to live a healthy lifestyle, you have to make decisions ahead of time about food and exercise. If […]
BLT Chicken Ranch Salad Stuffed Avocado
Meals like this scream “let’s go eat outside!” to me. This meal is fun and perfect for a warm weather meal on the porch. BLT flavors are a classic, and extra delicious when made with summer-ripe tomatoes! Adding the ranch dressing flavor and serving this inside an avocado is a great twist on a couple […]
Broccoli Salad
In honor of the holiday weekend, I thought I’d share a recipe that will go perfectly with grilling out or a barbecue! Let me really upfront, though. This broccoli salad is not necessarily a “healthy” dish like most of my recipes. It even has real sugar! BUT, it does use avocado oil mayonnaise, which is […]
Easy Whole 30 Bowl for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
As we were eating this, I told Todd that I could eat this any meal of the day, for several days in a row. This is a combination of so many of my favorite things. This easy whole 30 compliant bowl works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! You could add things to it, like other […]