Are You On A Diet?

Tips for eating and enjoying it—but not gaining weight.

I have learned some tips that have helped me through the years. I have been a long time Weight Watcher member and have tried to find ways to eat in whatever situation I am in…and make it work. I don’t beat myself up if I am not perfect. I just get up and start over the next day.

Growing up, my mom was a great cook. Bacon (and the grease) was used in almost every vegetable for seasoning. Sure it is great—but not healthy or low calorie. Instead of using bacon or lots of butter when cooking my veggies, I have learned to use chicken broth—or even just bouillon cubes.  My green beans cooked this way are great. I use one bouillon cube per pound of fresh green beans. Try sautéing a chopped onion in just a dab of olive oil first and that will also add extra flavor.

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Thanksgiving Gratitude Ideas

With Thanksgiving right around the corner the heart and mind naturally turn to gratitude.  And what a wonderful blessing that is.  This is the time of year, when it starts to get cool and blustery outside, that we must make room for warmth in our hearts.

Please visit our Pinterest Board – Thanksgiving Gratitude Ideas – for ways to supercharge your passion for gratitude.  We cover a wide range of ideas ideas for your personal journal, family gratitude togetherness activities and ways to inspire young children to have a more grateful heart.Won’t you come visit us on Pinterest?  That way we can take this journey of gratitude together!

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