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Travel, Snow, Smoothies, Whey Protein, Stamping & Holiday Challenges

Where have I been lately?  Has anyone been wondering?  After traveling for my full-time job in October and then getting sick, right after I recovered I was whisked away for another trip – this time I went to the Washington DC area.  Did you all know how hard it is to keep on a “clean” diet while traveling?  I have such a hard time staying on track, especially when you are traveling with others and the restaurants aren’t always your choice (although this time around I did have some input for dinner).  Salads are always a good choice since they contain large volumes of vegetables, normally.  My problem is I get bored with salads and only like them if they have some FUN ingredients – like black beans, corn, edamame, roasted red peppers, poblano peppers – anything with a spicy kick is even better!

Now I’m back home and I think I’ll be home for the rest of this year.  Yippee!  I do love traveling but I also love being at home, especially for the holidays.

Guess what I woke up to yesterday morning?  Snow!

It was only a dusting but it still got me excited for winter and the holidays.
Yesterday I was planning on going grocery shopping but the freezing cold (26 degrees) and bit of snow kept me inside, warm and toasty.  So for breakfast I wasn’t able to have my usual “green” smoothie, instead I used just frozen fruit, a bit of plain greek yogurt, a splash cup of almond milk and some new protein powder I received in the mail to sample.  It’s by Dr. Mercola and is a Miracle Whey Protein.  I added two scoops to my smoothie.  I loved that it didn’t alter the flavor at all and provided me with some extra protein to keep me feeling full until lunch.  It’s cold pressed whey protein from pasture-fed cows, and free of GMOs, chemicals and sugar. Plus it’s chocked full of essential amino acids.
Yummmmm……so creamy.  It was a little thick and after I poured it into my glass realized I should have added more almond milk.
Oh…I forgot to tell you about my card making session recently.  I had a few friends over and I got started on my Christmas Cards and then made a few general cards (gift for my grandmother).

I also started a Weight Loss Holiday Challenge that started this week.  I thought it would be a good idea to help keep me focused through the holidays and keep my hand out of the cookie jar.
So tell me, do you stamp?  travel (I need some tips)? or have you joined in a holiday challenge also?  Talk to me!