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The holidays are about family, friends, and togetherness.  This year has challenged those things in many aspects.  Lockdowns, mask mandates, curfews, fear marketing, scare tactics-the list goes on!  The COVID infomercials, news casts, social media ploys are just never ending, but what about the rest of the world? It seems the majority of the world has been pushed aside to make way for political propaganda and illogical rules for the minority.  Now, do not get me wrong, those families that have lost someone from Covid-my heart goes out.  But my heart also goes out to those who have lost someone period.  Death is never easy or welcomed! As of November 25th, 2020, COVID deaths accounted for less than 10% of U.S. deaths (less than 3% globally).   9.26% to be more precise and guess what?  Pneumonia deaths account for 9.06%-a communicable disease which has a vaccine yet hundreds of thousands die from it every year. ( CDC )  I know I was not we...

Pre-workout Energy! Tried a few different pre-workout boosters and my go-to is still Optimum Nutrition's Amino Energy. No crash energy Great flavors - partial to Grape , Orange , and Watermelon No beta alanine itches or rash - I happen to be very sensitive Great for post workout! I cannot get enough of this post workout treat from Dymatize - All 9 Aminos .  It magically appeared in our pantry [thanks hubbie] and decided to give it a try. Great flavor - we order Orange-Cranberry and Watermelon Non GMO, no dyes, gluten free Can be used pre, intra, and post workout Verified free of banned substances via Informed Choice Protein Protein Protein! The taste is something you may have to get used to but so glad we switched to Paleo Protein .  Check out my recipe for a great post-workout shake . Gluten Free, no hormones, paleo ingredients Natural Collagen 26g of protein per serving free of dairy, whey, and soy *As an Amazon Associate, I receive a small po...

Cupcake Tray Food Processor Crust: 1/4 cup walnuts 3 dates deglet 1 tsp water Filling: 1/2 medium avocado 2 Tb Melaleuca Creme Lime Sorbet 1 Scoop Melaleuca Amino Boost 1-2 key limes juiced [start with one then add to taste preference] 1. In a food processor, put in walnuts. dates, and water. Pulse for a few minutes until chunky & sticky 2. Take mixture and press into the bottom of 3 of the cup cake tins 3. In a food processor, mix avocado, Omega Creme, Amino Boost, and key lime juice until creamy 4. Spoon mixture on top of crust. 5. Place in freezer for 30-1 hour. 6. Enjoy!! ** I like a tart Key Lime. To make it more sweet use less Key Lime Juice and add a little more avocado.  Add optional sweetener of your choice. Nutrition/serving - makes 3 : 184 Calories   16g Carbs   14g Fat    2g Protein    2g Sodium   6g Sugar

 VS   Electrolytes are the smallest of chemicals that are important for the cells in the body to function and allow the body to work. Electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and others are critical in allowing cells to generate energy, maintain the stability of their walls, and to function in general. They generate electricity, contract muscles, move water and fluids within the body, and participate in myriad other activities. The concentration of electrolytes in the body is controlled by a variety of hormones, most of which are manufactured in the kidney and the adrenal glands. Sensors in specialized kidney cells monitor the amount of sodium, potassium, and water in the bloodstream. The body functions in a very narrow range of normal, and it is hormones like renin (made in the kidney), angiotensin (from the lung, brain and heart), aldosterone (from the adrenal gland), and antidiuretic hormone (from the pituitary) that keep the electrolyte balance within those normal lim...

Today, I will be grateful.  I will start the process of turning today's pain into tomorrow's joy.  I will also take responsibility for myself and show it to others by not allowing myself to be victimized.  I cannot control outcomes but I can control my attitude toward being victimized.  I am not a victim;  I do not deserve to be victimized. Boy does the world move fast and just as quickly as the day came so do problems, trials, and tribulations.  The key is gratitude!  Allowing gratitude to fill our lives helps us to stop trying to control outcomes and allow even the most horrific to be a blessing.  It also allows us to own our own power in the situation.  Delivering us from victimization and allowing to be victimized! That helpless, frustrated, full of rage feeling we get when things don't go our way or when someone over steps their boundaries or ours.  The fact is we have no control over the choices other people make [no matter ...