It’s a rainy day here in Texas, which if you don’t know, I love rainy days. It gives me an excuse to stay in pajama pants all day and cuddle up on the couch with my beloved family. Thankfully the rain is bringing in some cool weather, and with how it’s been here you would have […]
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The Perfectly Imperfect Me
Today I turn 28 and as another year passes my practice of radical self-love and acceptance has grown stronger. To be fully honest standing strong in who I am hasn’t been an easy path. I have been beaten and broken by my own expectations and false perceptions that “I’m not good enough.” Thinking back to […]
Easy Gluten Free Stuffing
Every year as a family we come together to plan our Thanksgiving menu. The gluten-free stuffing was a request from both my husband and children. It’s been a few years since we have had stuffing, as I’ve always found other alternatives but this year we thought to try our own version of the classic Thanksgiving […]
Raw Vegan Pecan Pie
With all the hard work involved in preparing Thanksgiving dinner, I figure we could all use more dessert recipes that don’t require an oven, especially if you’re still celebrating the holiday festivities. I have to say that I do love cooking but I also love the simplicity and when it comes to the holidays, the […]
Gluten-Free Vegan Yeast Rolls
Before you say that there’s no way gluten-free vegan yeast rolls can taste just as good if not BETTER than regular ones, I have to tell you that everyone I’ve fed these to agreed that these are in fact amazing, fluffy, and oh so delicious. It took me a couple of tries but I finally […]
Gratitude Transforms
Thanksgiving is around the corner and as we begin to plan our big Thanksgiving feast many of us are shifting our focus to being in a place of gratitude. We think about all the blessings we have and all the ways we can give back to our families, communities, and the world. For some, this […]
Raw Vegan Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin Pie is a must on the Thanksgiving menu this year, well really every year. I have to admit that this time of year brings so much beauty, the Autumn leaves, the cooling breeze, and oh yeah, all things pumpkin! Creating a healthy Thanksgiving menu can be a bit of a challenge, I usually start […]
Top 10 Tips To Breaking A Sugar Addiction
You may be starting to notice that you might have an addiction. You may have been at a party and wanted nothing more than to sit next to the snack bar and devour all the cookies, cakes, chips, and bread. Or, maybe you find yourself hoarding candies/ sweets and eating them when no one is around. […]
Buying A Juicer
When I think back on all the lifestyle upgrades I made over the years, juicing was the one that made the biggest impact. Not just because it’s a great way to get a ton of fruits and veggies in your body but for us, it inspired more health into our lives. This post is for […]
A Guide to Plant-based Nutrition: Gluten-Free
It wasn’t until last year that I actually tried eliminating gluten from our diets. Yes, I know I’m a late bloomer at times but for me, if it wasn’t necessary I wasn’t going to do it. I decided to give it a shot and see what the difference was in my body. Well, you may […]
Buying Fresh Produce On A Budget
One of the many reason people shy away from healthy eating is the cost. Yes, I’ll be the first to admit that eating healthy can get pretty expensive especially if you have a family. Many people constantly ask how we eat the way we do. Here I will share some of our secrets about buying produce on a budget. Buying Fresh Produce On A Budget Once […]
Mediterranean Kale & Quinoa Salad
This is for all the hummus lovers out there!!! If you’re wanting something savory with tons of jam-packed nutrients, this is the recipe for you. My family absolutely loves this salad, especially my husband, he’s always bugging me to make it for him. This one is great because you can store it in the freezer […]