Monday, January 9, 2012

A Little Change

Isn't Nate's birthday cake the cutest thing ever!!!!!! And I only paid $40...woohoo!!!!!
Nate really didn't have a party this year. He just had a few of his baseball friends over after school on Friday. 3 boys plus Nate...EASY!! They played ball and ate cake and pizza...nice!!I never really do New Year Resolutions because I always fail miserably. This year, I really just want to be healthier. I've decided to make a lifestyle change. I've been eating less processed foods and more fresh and healthy foods. I also cut back on the calories I've been eating. I use the My Fitness Pal app on my Iphone to keep me in line. So far, so good! And i don't feel like I'm starving either. I'm trying to make my kids eat better too. I found these Energy Balls on Pinterest...so yummy and pretty healthy. I tweaked the recipe a little bit and they are yummy!!!!!!

1 cup oats
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup honey
1 cup coconut flakes
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
1tsp vanilla

U can use unsweetened coconut and almond butter instead of pb. Mix all ingredients together. Let chill in fridge for about an hour. Roll into balls. ENJOY!!

I also had a full physical done last week. Blood work, EKG....the works. I'm about to be 36 and haven't had one since hs so i thought it was time. I have started to see the signs of aging(never thought that day would come as i've always looked younger than I really am. Or at least, that's what peeps have told me)...boohoo!!! I just wanted to stay on top of my health. Anyway, here's to a healthy 2012!!!

Oh, I discovered that I really like oatmeal!!!!! CRAZY!!!!


at 4:09 PM

10 comments:

  1. Hi, I'm Missy!January 10, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    we need to be friends on my fitness pal. i am missyhj

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  2. AshleyJanuary 10, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Those energy balls look soo yummy, I think I will give them a try!! Find me on MFP--- ashchilders83

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  3. SharstinJanuary 10, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    those look so yum and healthy--and how cute is that cake--love!

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  4. WhitneyJanuary 10, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    LOOOOVE Nate's cake! So cute! Those energy balls look yummy! I LOVE oatmeal!

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  5. ms.composureJanuary 10, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    stumbled onto your blog and i am LOVING it!
    such a gr8 bday cake!!

    http://infinitelifefitness.com
    http://mscomposure.blogspot.com

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  6. KatieJanuary 10, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    I saw those energy balls on Pinterest, too! I've been wanting to give them a try, but I'm afraid I'd eat the whole batch in a couple days...lol. Kinda defeats the purpose. Good for you for making a lifestyle change! It's so much better than dieting in my opinion because you don't miss things as much!

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    What a CUTE cake! I doubt we'll ever have a similar one over here ;)

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  8. Jenny HJanuary 11, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Thank you for stopping by House on 31 main. Your kiddos are beautiful! The cake is so cute! I love his face when he is looking at the candles.

    We will be sharing healthy recipes soon! Your's looks tasty!
    blessings
    Jenny,

    www.31main.blogspot.com
    Prov 31 Mommies. Healthy Homes. Craft Things.

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  9. AmyJanuary 12, 2012 at 7:44 AM

    I'm with ya girl! I told one of my friends this week that my goal for 2012 is CLEAN eating! Love the cake and your cupcakes too!! Here's to a healthy 2012!

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  10. Kelsey @ Seattle Smith'sJanuary 17, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    Now those energy balls seriously look great. I am just in LOVE with almond butter and even put a packet of Stevia in it to sweeten and mix throughout so not a big diff but a pinch. My newest snack is egg whites with cinnamon cooked and then put almond butter on top. Perfect protein with good fat.

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