THURSDAY BITES

After coming home from the gym starrrrrrving (stressing the R) and ready to eat my arm off, I decided on protein pancakes. Quick, easy and oh so delish!

In a bowl mix

3 scoops of Instant Plain Oatmeal

1 tablespoon flax oil

1 scoop of chocolate protein

2 egg whites

Dash of Splenda & Dropplet of Vanilla Extract

Teaspoon of CB2 Chocolate

*Yields 2 large pancakes

Spray and heat a skillet, pour half of the mixture in the pan. Once you see it bubble flip the pancake over for about 2 mins & repeat on the other side (timing depends on how cooked you like your pancake).

The topping was my favorite!

In a bowl mix

3 tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt

Mixed with a table tablespoon & a half of PB2 Chocolate and a Dash of Splenda

1 quick squirt of Agave  & Voila you have a delicious healthy protein packed meal!

Enjoy J

PEP TALK

So many people these days claim to be "motivated" to workout,  eat healthy etc. But why are they failing?

Motivation is not the answer. Sure, you can get motivated to get to the gym.  You can motivate yourself to eat healthier and live a more active lifestyle. But Motivation comes and goes. Motivation excites you and gets you wanting change But its not motivation that makes your better,  Its Commitment.

Commitment  keeps you on the right track. When you commit yourself to a better lifestyle, you can hold yourself accountable at all times. Sure you may be motivated by a picture to get your butt back in the gym but  have committed to going to the gym? You may desire these changes but are you committed to getting it done?

Being committed means doing things at times you don’t want to do but knowing that’s the only way to get to where you want to be. Setting plans up and keeping to them, not pushing them aside because your having an off day. Doing the work, day in and day out.

Have you just been motivated or have you committed?

SOUR MONDAYS

Lemons Lemons and More Lemons Please! I just love everything about the Lemon. The bright color, the fresh smell and the taste! But most importantly Lemons are a Superfood!

Here are some great reasons why you should start incorporating Lemons into your daily routine!

• Keeps you Healthy! Lemons have antibacterial properties that help aid in sore throats, mix with water and gargle.
• Aids in weight loss by regulating your metabolism and helps in digestion. Drink Hot Water and Lemon Juice daily!
• Prevents Colds! Lemons are full of Vitamin C, in turn keeps your immune system healthy!
• Makes your skin look great since Vitamin C is an anti-inflammatory it protects your skin against wrinkles and redness.
• Cleanses your insides and improves irregularity

BIRTHDAY SNAPSHOTS

My birthday brunch was a complete success and a perfect day. The feeling of being with my loved ones and cooking them food made with love means the world to me. Here are a few picture snapshots of the day..... Enjoy! Hope this inspires you to treat the ones you love! Happy Sunday :)

{Here I am proudly displaying the food}

{Hydrangeas, Candles & Lemon decorations}

{Rosemary Dijon Potato with Hollandaise Sauce, Baked Stuffed Challah French Toast w/ Nutella & Banana & Lemon Ginger & Cranberry Scones}

{Setting the ambiance w/ Candles on every surface}

{Rainbow Fruit Skewers w/ Vanilla Dip & Blintzes w/ Creme Fraiche Smoked Salmon & Chive}

{Mason Jar with Utensils wrapped in napkin & Suede String}

{Happy as Peach with my new Chic Necklace!}

{Chic Necklace Gift by Brooklyn Designer,  RoseyBDesigns}