Women often feel the pressure of having to conquer it all. As they enter into relationships and start families, they are expected to immediately morph into Mary Poppins, Florence Nightingale, Betty Crocker, and Cathy Hughes while maintaining the body and smoldering sex appeal of Beyoncé. There are also expectations for men. They are supposed to grow up and become great … [Read more...]
These 4 ‘Selfish’ Acts Healed My Marriage and They Can Heal Yours Too
I don’t think there’s anything that can prepare you for marriage, and, as hard as it’s been for my husband and me to navigate, it’s also been the absolute best thing for me as a woman. My husband and I have been married for just over ten years now, and, just like any other marriage, it’s had its ups and downs. But about five years into our marriage, a light bulb went off in … [Read more...]
The 3 People Your Health Impacts No Matter Your Weight Amount
III John 1:2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. One of the realities of life is your body’s metabolism slows down the older you get. Before, you could possibly get away with eating fast food a few times a week, or ice cream every night before you went to sleep. This will not last forever because your metabolism … [Read more...]
“Gender Speak”: The Two Faces of Healthy Communication
"The worst thing that can happen (between us) is if we don't talk." Those were the words I heard often, from my father, when I was a child. Grammar aside, that was a principle that he instilled in my siblings and I, stressing the dire necessity of communication in a relationship. As a child, you don't fully grasp the gravity of such foundational principles until you become … [Read more...]
Get Fit on a Budget: 5 Ways to Keep Your Waistline + Your Wallet Happy!
Getting into shape and leading an active lifestyle is usually one of the top five goals people set at the start of every new year. There is no shortage of ab challenges, squat challenges, and who knows what else challenges are popping up on my social media timelines right now. At every turn there's someone declaring how this will be the year they get in the gym and drop the … [Read more...]
4 Simple Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving Dinner Experience
This week we celebrate Thanksgiving. I know many of us look forward to eating Thanksgiving Dinner. On Thursday there will be lots of dishes and delicious food on the table. But there will also be lots of calories, fat and other unhealthy things that come with this meal. I want you to enjoy your meal and your family but I also do not want you to undo 11 months of hard work all … [Read more...]
Recipe: Pan Seared Salmon over Arugula Salad with Sweet Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Healthy never tasted this good! Hmm is it the pan seared salmon or the cherry tomatoes in the arugula salad or maybe its the sweet citrus vinaigrette dressing that has my heart filled with butterflies! This was a fun recipe for me to develop because it has some of my favorite ingredients, salmon and anything salad citrus. Healthy but YUM YUM YUM Eating Just a dusting of … [Read more...]
Recipe: Grilled Bar-b-que Shrimp with Citrus Corn Salad
In the summer time, I am always trying to come up with fabulous summer time recipes! Well I created a hit with this one! Honey, this grilled bar-b-que shrimp is so juicy and flavorful that you may find yourself weak in the knees! And let me tell you the corn salad... well it's just the perfect partner! Together this was a home run! YEAH BABY!! JUST … [Read more...]
Recipe: Strawberry & Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad With Asian Sesame Dressing
Do you think healthy food has to mean bland? If your answer is yes, this recipe will surely change your mind! Talk about healthy but addictive! The spinach, mandarin oranges, and strawberries all work to your body's good! Top this salad every so lightly with this Asian Sesame Dressing and experience an unexpected explosion of flavor! Certainly this is a meal you don't have to … [Read more...]