Last Christmas, my mom asked me for a book called Wheat Belly by Dr. William Davis. I was surprised to hear there could possibly be a book about a new diet plan that I had not heard of. I am obsessed with books and sadly, new diet plans as well. When I decided to share problems […]
Surviving Detox
I am not well… Seven days off of sugar, flour, and wheat have left me with symptoms that could sometimes rival my withdrawal from heavier substances all those years ago. I feel exhausted, spacey, headachy, anxious, and overwhelmed all at the same time. I keep waiting for the morning I arise to a clear head […]
Finding Support
I have tried to live a healthy lifestyle so many times in the past. Each failed attempt has brought me further into discouragement. It seems like I start out with amazing, unbridled determination only to fall to a humiliating low a few short days later. I truly believe the difference this time is the level […]
Week 1 Survival Tips
This has been a frighteningly long week. I can’t believe I have only had 6 full sugar, flour, and wheat free days. It seems like an eternity! What I miss most is the convenience of fast food. I don’t just mean a drive-thru, although those are included here, but all foods that are quick, easy, […]
DIY Beach Shadow Box
The beach has always been my favorite place on earth. There’s something about the sun, the sound of the ocean, and watching my kids lose themselves in the sand and water that just settles my soul. Over the years, all those trips added up to a garage full of shells and memories I didn’t quite […]
Sweet Misery
I have owned the movie Sweet Misery for quite some time now. It shares the dangers of artificial sweeteners which so many people view as a “hoax.” I have put off watching it so I would not have to face giving up my morning latte. That sweet, creamy 8am goodness is packed full of fake […]
