The blog was started with the intention of motivating me to get, and stay, fit as I turned 40. Although I did not keep up with the documentation piece, I did get fit and have maintained my size and weight without any issue.  Even with a three month hiatus while I recovered from surgery, my weight maintained. That is likely down to the previous year’s workout routine which increased my metabolism.

 

 

My current goal that I am desperate to work on is a goal of eating clean.

 

 

Pre-kids I like to think I ate a little better. Less processed junk, but when working and trying get dinner on the table quickly for kids and rushing off to their extra programs, it has been easier to resort to quick dishes and processed foods.

 

 

I'm making a lot of changes in my life right now and I am trying to slow things down. Pre-made food or food out of a box is no longer okay.  I am enjoying my time in the kitchen now and I love making foods from scratch. Currently I am thankful that my ‘sometimes fussy’ eaters are enjoying my homemade Mac N Cheese…no box tacos and other flavorful foods! I think the yummiest thing I have made from scratch was chicken parmesan.  Another end goal is to go gluten free…currently a work in progress.