Our movie nights have changed over the past month. I think that it has a lot to do with the kids getting older. We still sit around the "round table" in our living room, eat pizza while watching a movie. It is what we are watching that has changed.
Lately, the kids have wanted to get tv series to watch. We go to the library once a week and they pick DVD's from the various series they enjoy- Bones, Holmes on Homes and the Dog Whisperer. We do not get cable tv or satellite, so the Dog Whisperer is new to me. Yes, I have heard of him, but never watched a show. I have enjoyed these shows so much I have actually kept watching the dvd after my children have gone to bed!
Of course, I have already been told that due to Cesar's shows, my kids are more than capable of looking after THEIR dog...hint hint...
Absolutely intriguing! Being an energy worker myself (Reiki), it is wonderful to see Cesar Millan talk about the importance of not only the dog owner’s energy, but the dog’s energy as well. It is important that our own energy radiates around us and effects everyone. If we exude positive, confident, assertive energy others will act differently around us.
It is great for us to sit down as a family to watch such entertaining shows that also provide life long learning for my children. And there is no violence! Cesar is clearing teaching self esteem, assertiveness, calmness and living in the NOW- for humans.
It has been a long while since I have posted. March was a busy and challenging month on many fronts. I cannot wait to get back to my daily posts. I look forward to providing interesting content as well as profiles of Unlimited Woman.
Love and All Good things…as you go through your day…As Cesar says…be a pack leader!
The Peaceful Matriarch
♥♥♥♥
Friday, April 16, 2010
Friday, March 12, 2010
SUPER FOODS-DAY 2
Thursday.
I was actually very excited about my day today because of the food I was going to eat! I love food and trying new recipes. I decided to incorporate the cranberry drink from the Fat Flush Program- (Dr. Ann Gittleman.)
I jumped on the scale and wow! I lost 2 lbs!
I started the day with the prescribed warm water with lemon.
Breakfast was very yummy- just yogurt with cut up orange, a sprinkle of walnuts, ground flaxseed, sprinkle of almonds.
Lunch was a challenge because I did not get my veggies prepared for the soup the night before. I also realized that there was waaaay too much soup for just me at lunch. The beauty of this- it became supper as well! My kids were not home for lunch, how would they know??? Besides, I could not find the turkey meat I needed for the supper dish. Big Sigh...this is the difficulty of these recipes- finding the ingredients!
I walked in the door after work to the aroma of chocolate chip cookies.
Oh Oh.
My daughter swooped in for her kiss and hug- very proud of her endeavors. Ok, how can one resist just a nibble....mmm. My son was busy putting together the makings for Baking Powder Biscuits. I was going to let the kids have the biscuits and cookies- I would stick to this Super Foods plan....... It was a good thought....I indulged in a few biscuits and one very large cookie!
Who invented chocolate chips? Did someone just wake up after a nap and have an epiphany? I often marvel at the foods we have to eat and how they came to pass. Have you ever found a recipe for crackers???
In retrospect:I would cut down on the fresh food I purchased- either try to buy in smaller quantities or go shopping more often. The reason being, these recipes make a lot of food- especially at lunch. I am the only one home at lunch. They don't particularly freeze well.
Planning is needed to make sure everything is prepared as far as possible the night before.
And....
.....I definitely need more Tupperware TM !!!!
Love and All Good Things! The Peaceful Matriarch
I was actually very excited about my day today because of the food I was going to eat! I love food and trying new recipes. I decided to incorporate the cranberry drink from the Fat Flush Program- (Dr. Ann Gittleman.)
I jumped on the scale and wow! I lost 2 lbs!
I started the day with the prescribed warm water with lemon.
Breakfast was very yummy- just yogurt with cut up orange, a sprinkle of walnuts, ground flaxseed, sprinkle of almonds.
Lunch was a challenge because I did not get my veggies prepared for the soup the night before. I also realized that there was waaaay too much soup for just me at lunch. The beauty of this- it became supper as well! My kids were not home for lunch, how would they know??? Besides, I could not find the turkey meat I needed for the supper dish. Big Sigh...this is the difficulty of these recipes- finding the ingredients!
I walked in the door after work to the aroma of chocolate chip cookies.
Oh Oh.
My daughter swooped in for her kiss and hug- very proud of her endeavors. Ok, how can one resist just a nibble....mmm. My son was busy putting together the makings for Baking Powder Biscuits. I was going to let the kids have the biscuits and cookies- I would stick to this Super Foods plan....... It was a good thought....I indulged in a few biscuits and one very large cookie!
Who invented chocolate chips? Did someone just wake up after a nap and have an epiphany? I often marvel at the foods we have to eat and how they came to pass. Have you ever found a recipe for crackers???
In retrospect:I would cut down on the fresh food I purchased- either try to buy in smaller quantities or go shopping more often. The reason being, these recipes make a lot of food- especially at lunch. I am the only one home at lunch. They don't particularly freeze well.
Planning is needed to make sure everything is prepared as far as possible the night before.
And....
.....I definitely need more Tupperware TM !!!!
Love and All Good Things! The Peaceful Matriarch
Thursday, March 11, 2010
SUPER FOODS- TRIAL
On the first Sunday of the month I sit down with my recipe books and my tried-&-true meal plan tools. I really enjoying the time going through the books and pieces of paper- finding old friends as well as new recipes to try. I will sometimes go to the library and pickup some books.
I have been pondering Vegetarian. My kids are going through an anti meat stage. We have always eaten healthy. I tend to stay away from 'diets'. However, I picked up B (Melissa Perlman & Erica Gragg). What a wonderful plan and recipes. I would love to follow their plan, however after adding up the time it would take every day just to do the non-eating aspects of the plan, I would need at least 2 hours, a babysitter and a place to workout. I think I will just go to Amansala for a concentrated program!
In the past I have followed and quiet enjoy Dr. Louise Gittleman's Fat Flush Plan. Great recipes and great program. I just wish we had something like this Canadianized! Next, I have a book called SuperFoods Rx by Steven Pratt, MD and Kathey Mattews. There is also another Super Foods book I picked up at the library- The Super Foods Diet Book. Now, I did not see the 'diet' part when I grabbed the book. I just 'saw' the Super Foods and figured it was more recipes by Steven Pratt.
After some more tea and much pondering, I decided that changing any habit takes 21 days. Perhaps if I just test these Super Foods out- make a commitment on this space- out to the Universe- I could honestly plot my course through to see how this works in the real world. I mean, here in Canada; as a single mom with a crazy work schedule and limited budget.
So here we are - Wednesday. Here is my report:
Meal Plan- even though I had the books, you still need at least 2-3 hours to put a two week plan together. This includes:
1) Picking out the recipes.
2) Recording the information in your Meal Planner. ( I have an excellent one I have used for 30 years)
3) Preparing a shopping list and finding out what is (not) in your cupboards.
Clean out your Fridge. Do a list of what you have in the fridge, freezer and cupboards.
Put together a bag or two for your local Food Bank.
Start a food journal. Any book or journal will do. Write the start date, your goal, your measurements, your weight. See subsequent posts for more info.
In Retrospect: Give yourself a week to get organized.
So,
Sunday I planned
Monday I cleaned
Tuesday I shopped.....
Tuesday- I spent a good 2-3 hours cleaning the veggies/fruits/unpacking etc; preparing my lunch/supper for the next day. ( This is after shopping.)
I started my food journal.
In retrospect: I would have shopped earlier so the kids could have helped!
Wednesday:
Well, what can I say. The morning started off well. I managed to get the last pear so I was able to eat the breakfast as planned. However, the day got so busy, I did not eat 'lunch' until 3:30 pm. I had an evening appt so I rushed home for dinner- thank goodness most of it was ready!
The kids asked many questions, with strange looks on their faces, complaints poised on their breath...
So far, nothing has changed!...
Love and All Good Things! The Peaceful Matriarch
I have been pondering Vegetarian. My kids are going through an anti meat stage. We have always eaten healthy. I tend to stay away from 'diets'. However, I picked up B (Melissa Perlman & Erica Gragg). What a wonderful plan and recipes. I would love to follow their plan, however after adding up the time it would take every day just to do the non-eating aspects of the plan, I would need at least 2 hours, a babysitter and a place to workout. I think I will just go to Amansala for a concentrated program!
In the past I have followed and quiet enjoy Dr. Louise Gittleman's Fat Flush Plan. Great recipes and great program. I just wish we had something like this Canadianized! Next, I have a book called SuperFoods Rx by Steven Pratt, MD and Kathey Mattews. There is also another Super Foods book I picked up at the library- The Super Foods Diet Book. Now, I did not see the 'diet' part when I grabbed the book. I just 'saw' the Super Foods and figured it was more recipes by Steven Pratt.
After some more tea and much pondering, I decided that changing any habit takes 21 days. Perhaps if I just test these Super Foods out- make a commitment on this space- out to the Universe- I could honestly plot my course through to see how this works in the real world. I mean, here in Canada; as a single mom with a crazy work schedule and limited budget.
So here we are - Wednesday. Here is my report:
Meal Plan- even though I had the books, you still need at least 2-3 hours to put a two week plan together. This includes:
1) Picking out the recipes.
2) Recording the information in your Meal Planner. ( I have an excellent one I have used for 30 years)
3) Preparing a shopping list and finding out what is (not) in your cupboards.
Clean out your Fridge. Do a list of what you have in the fridge, freezer and cupboards.
Put together a bag or two for your local Food Bank.
Start a food journal. Any book or journal will do. Write the start date, your goal, your measurements, your weight. See subsequent posts for more info.
In Retrospect: Give yourself a week to get organized.
So,
Sunday I planned
Monday I cleaned
Tuesday I shopped.....
Tuesday- I spent a good 2-3 hours cleaning the veggies/fruits/unpacking etc; preparing my lunch/supper for the next day. ( This is after shopping.)
I started my food journal.
In retrospect: I would have shopped earlier so the kids could have helped!
Wednesday:
Well, what can I say. The morning started off well. I managed to get the last pear so I was able to eat the breakfast as planned. However, the day got so busy, I did not eat 'lunch' until 3:30 pm. I had an evening appt so I rushed home for dinner- thank goodness most of it was ready!
The kids asked many questions, with strange looks on their faces, complaints poised on their breath...
So far, nothing has changed!...
Love and All Good Things! The Peaceful Matriarch
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