The Kids Are Alright

Ok, let's face it - not every thing goes right back to where it was prior to a baby being born. I've tried to gather new things I've tried, things you may like, and products that have helped me to gain back the body I once knew!

Look out – Mama’s Cleansing

January 10, 2012 by Angie ·

No, I’m not talking about cleaning – although I am committed to do more DIY house cleaning supply making after Cameron broke out in a nasty rash – by I digress.

I, along with my sista from another mista Michelle are doing the Whole Living Action Plan. The plan is simple – take everything that you normally eat and drink and stop doing that. More specifically, for the first week we are told to avoid everything except fruits, veggies, seeds, olive oil and garlic. Yeah, that means no dairy, no carbs, and meat. Oh yeah, and no alcohol. What was I thinking?

I did my shopping on Sunday and actually had a smaller grocery bill than normal by just sticking to the produce and frozen veggies and fruit asile. I spent 2 hours chopping everything on Sunday night to prep for the week ahead. It has helped so far but I don’t quite see how sustainable that really is. I’m two days in and have to say that having not done anything social outside of this house - this plan very easy to follow – ask me again on Friday if I feel the same way. I have tried a few new recipes though that are awesome include the one below!

Avocado, Bell Pepper, and Tomato Salad

Source: WholeLiving.com

Shopping List

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 small clove garlic, minced
Pinch cayenne
Coarse salt
1 ripe avocado, halved and seeded
1/2 yellow bell pepper, stem and seeds removed, diced
6 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 scallion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro, plus leaves for garnish

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lime juice, garlic, and cayenne. Season with salt.
Scoop out meat from avocado halves and chop. Transfer to a bowl and add bell pepper, tomatoes, scallion, and cilantro.
Drizzle with dressing and season with salt. Gently stir to combine. Spoon mixture into avocado shells. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

I’ll share more recipes as we find them….Michelle posted a great one I tried last night. Beet Soup is on the docket for later this week. We will see.

Filed Under: Hungry Mama, Mommy Body, Recipies

Who Wore It Better?

August 18, 2011 by Angie ·

Only hair and 12 inches from my waist separate me from a housewife. Seriously, those are the only two things…well, maybe there are others.

Photo Credit

Filed Under: Mommy Body

Fancy Nails

July 21, 2011 by Angie ·

Sometimes before I leave on a trip, I go through these mini self-esteem crises. I feel like I should have been working out, need all new clothes, need a haircut…all these little things that would all of a sudden make me over into the person that exists in my head and not in yoga pants, no make up, pony tailed home offices that apparently is devoid of all mirrors. Now that I’m traveling more for work, I’ve had to pull back on the expenses for my little rever-uppers otherwise I would be spending way to much.

I do afford myself one little fix-it before I leave on a trip…this time it was a manicure. I went to our local place to see my guy Charlie (who is unbelieveable!) and he introduced me to the OPI Axxium product line. All I was looking for was a french manicure that may just last a few days. This stuff is amazing and is supposed to last a week.

I have had acrylic nails before and hated them. I have good nails (thanks Grandma!) so I don’t feel like I need to cover them up with something fake. This stuff adds a thickness and also is a non chipping solution. It was a bit more (I paid $34 not counting tip) but it may be the best manicure I have ever had. I have no idea how to get it off, but going on day three I typically would have at least one finger to touch up. I have none. Totally recommend it if you are in the market for a good mani!

Filed Under: Mommy Body, Working Mama

Pinning My Closet

June 17, 2011 by Angie ·

My husband, God love him, insists – even on Saturdays – to lay out his clothes for the next day. EVERY DAY he does this. Even on a recent trip to Vegas – on a vacation – he took to laying out this clothes. I, on the other hand, feel the need to just wing it. That wing it typically involves yoga pants and a tank top with the closest sweater or sweatshirt I can find as I stumble out of bed in the morning. Since working at home, my style has took a serious dive and working in Salt Lake City this week has taught me a few things….

1. Yoga Pants are Forgiving

Yeah, so when you wear a large amount of elastic around the waist, you tend to overlook the extra “baggage” that may have developed around your midsection. Nothing like the harsh light of a hotel mirror to wake you back up again and encourage you to put in a few extra sessions in the hotel gym.

2. Jeans Are Not

Like shoes, mine this wee are not wanting to stretch. I broke down and bought my expensive present to myself pair of designer jeans a few months ago. I had to get them hemmed so I just got them back last week. I swear they fit before I took them in…for some reason, they don’t fit today. I think she took them in in the wrong place….yeah, that has to be it.

3. Style is something you must practice

I do not think of myself as naturally stylish or creative. I do think of myself as a good copy cat. I can see the coolest craft or the most beautiful photo or graphic and I can recreate just about anything…but up until recently, I could not find the copy cat inspiration for my wardrobe. Enter Pinterest.

The style boards are so great and really show me how to use the basics that I already have and add a few pieces to make it look more polished. It has also cost me alot of money. I now feel that I need cardigans in every color and to really bulk up on my accessories. Here are a few of my inspirations…

After seeing the things that I like, I can definitely see that I have a style – jeans and ballet flats. The only problem seems to be that I envision myself in these outfits in a Size 6. Oh well, that will come soon enough. Back to the Gym!

Filed Under: Mommy Body, Pinterest

>I’m Turning Into A Chocolate Bunny

February 11, 2011 by Angie ·

>Since being on the WW bandwagon, I have given up on all salad dressings. I would be lost without my House of Oils Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinaigrette. I have nothing else to say today except if it wasn’t for this I would have official grown ears and started hopping around my house hiding eggs with all the ruffage in my system right now. This is worth it….it is worth it….