It's ironic that I put the word "laundry" in my blog name. I love to go to the gym. I have a blast crafting. However, I utterly loathe folding laundry. I abhor the task. If I could afford it I would hire someone just to fold laundry. And they would have to come here too...I hate laundry so much that I even detest driving to the cleaners. It's a few blocks away from my … [Read more...]
Eating Well on Family Fun Friday
I know many of us are looking to lose weight this year. I don't care so much about the number on the scale, though. I aim to lose fat. For the me the problem is what I eat, or rather, what I don't eat--enough fiber and vegetables. I love working out. Sadly, I can't out exercise my bad diet. When I let myself go--I let myself go! Eating well is the basis for fat … [Read more...]
4 Motivational Quotes from Walt Disney
I love Disney for so many reasons, especially his fearless pursuit of his dreams. He spent his life chasing his dreams, bringing them to life for others, and championing the importance of dreaming big. These four motivational quotes from the biggest dreamer of them all inspire me to stay true to my hopes and dreams no matter how old I am. They have helped me stay … [Read more...]
26 Paleo Friendly Shrimp Recipes to keep you on track!
When I am striving to lose fat, I tend towards nutritious but totally bland meals. The boring meals are a huge factor when I fall off the wagon. Though I don't stick to a strict diet of any type, I like to collect and make recipes from various diets such as the Paleo Diet, Southbeach Diet, Eating or Life Diet, Whole 30, Low Carb etc. Nutritious is nutritious and these diets … [Read more...]
New Year New Ways for Family Fun
It's been a busy month but it's just about over. This New Year is filled with so much hope for us. We are finally a family that all sleep under the same roof at night again. The last few years have been difficult in many ways. The last two years I have done very well with choosing "words of the year" rather than resolutions. This year I haven't settled on a word or a … [Read more...]