last June, we took a job nannying for a family in the remote vermont countryside. we spent the sweltering summer months exploring the surrounding mountains. now, at the helm of the winter season, we collect kindling for the wood stove to heat the home after snowy treks. Pace doesn’t always have meaning. Pace means nothing in …
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ten things that bring me joy
writing thank you notes, or appreciation notes to people I care about 2. crossing things off of my mental to-do list 3. walking while listening to the Beatles in my AirPods 4. a long overdue hug from someone I love 5. accomplishing something with someone you are close to & sharing all that it took …
side note & a little inspiration
The cool, morning breeze invoked sleepy tears in my eyes and I felt a quick shiver as my body reacted to the shock of the cold air on my brown, sun-worn legs. A pretense of what I was to do in the next hour to two crept in my mind; I blocked it out …
the vow
5:16 pm. it’s dark out already as I start on my walk. unsure of where I’m heading, just looking to shake the legs out after the bike fartlek. a thought crosses my mind, as I cross the bass island bridge – the same thought that floods my mind every time I cross here. I’ve spent …
Quarantine Cooking: Turkey Meatballs
Being in self-isolation due to COVID-19 means we have a lot more time on our hands, and a lot less food to work with. Thus, the turkey meatball recipe was created: with a little ingenuity and panic – of not knowing what to cook for lunch. The beauty of this recipe is its flexibility. These …
Winter Recovery Bowl with Hummus
Loaded with dark leafy greens and protein- both animal and non-animal sourced- this bowl is sure to brighten up a cold winter’s day. It uniquely substitutes salad dressing with hummus and croutons with whole grain toast. Its combo of protein, whole grains, and vitamins help the body recover and restore after a workout or long …
Rise & Shine Berry Bowl
The flavors in this beautiful bowl are reminiscent of the classic pb & j combo. It uses a strawberry-banana smoothie as its base and the assorted toppings add extra heartiness to fuel for the day. Ingredients strawberry-banana smoothie 1/4 cup nut butter (we used smooth peanut butter) 1 handful of blueberries 1 banana a handful …
Dark Chocolate Banana Healthy Cookies
Another great recipe to use up those ripe bananas and a smarter substitute for standard chocolate chip cookies! Ingredients 2 bananas 1 egg 1 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup dark cocoa powder 1 teaspoon of baking powder 1 tablespoon vanilla pinch of salt 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and/or chocolate chunks (may …
Green Protein Smoothie
This smoothie makes for a great post-workout snack. And you’re getting some fruits and veggies in there, as well! Ingredients a handful of frozen blueberries 1 frozen banana 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 1 teaspoon spirulina powder 1 handful of spinach Directions Throw all ingredients into a blender and mix for about 1 minute, until …
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