G’day! <-------as my hubs would say. Hope you all had a great Easter weekend! Easter Sunday is probably our most dressed up time of year. And that’s not saying much, haha. But it was a nice change. I even put on jewelry and make-up, and I mean real makeup. Not just chapstick and mascara. That’s a big deal for this UNgirly girl.
Janae, I think you need to teach me how to dress and apply make up! haha.
The hubs looked so good that I might have to bribe him again to dress up. I am pretty sure a few of these will do the trick!
After church and Easter lunch, we decided to get some fresh air with the pups. 
You know you live in Texas when you take pictures of a Cactus.
But just look how pretty their flowers are?
Spring time may bring a sense of renewal (aka spring cleansing), but Easter……..feels fresh. It’s like God is looking past all our little faults and allowing us to run free. Run free into FRESH air, FRESH hope, FRESH life.
I thought about how I might be needing FRESH approach to one area in my life, my habits. And it came down to this…..
Yes, this is a table setting. It’s been neglected lately. Instead, its been replaced with meals in front of the TV, computer, in the car, multi-tasking, etc. Suddenly I’ve made meals convenient for my “busy” day instead of breaking to enjoy and savor them. Our table has not been used in weeks, instead my computer has food stuck on it (peanut butter, avocado, etc) and my couch has a few more ketchup stains. EEK!
So what's the big deal you might ask? I need REFRESH my GOOD habits and my MANNERS. It’s important to me to slow down, yet some where, some how I forgot how to do it.
My goal is to focus one meal a day.
- One meal where there are no technological distractions.
- One meal that is not rushed
- One meal that is with good company or maybe by myself in a calming atmosphere.
- One meal that is made FRESH.
My stubborn side wants nothing to do with this, while my body and mind are saying PLEASE TAKE TIME FOR US!
Maybe you will join me? Maybe you are already doing this?
Where do you need a FRESH approach?
Cheers! LC
p.s.
Here’s a custom Healthy Bite I made with a FRESH approach. VEGGIES! Recipe up soon.
134 comments:
Those healthy bites look awesome!!! You made them with veggies? Sounds wonderful to me already :-) and I'm totally with you on this challenge to take at least one meal to really relax, be with someone I love or by myself, at peace, with fresh wholesome food....definitely could use a meal like that once a day! It is so easy to get super caught up in a busy lifestyle
Great post!! In the mad rush of finals I've been eating a lot of convenient meals, not necessarily RELAXING/enjoyed meals and I definitely need to change that! I appreciate my food so much more when I can slow down to enjoy it.
I was just thinking last night that we needed to get into the habit of having dinner at the table. We used to do that at least once a week. Of course, last night we had a good excuse to be in front of the tv - had to watch the storms and make sure we didn't need to take cover.
Great topic! I eat way too many meals in front of the computer or with the Tv on in the background. I'm with you to try to eat one meal a day without distractions from technology. Just me, my food (ok, and maybe my hubs!). Thanks for inspiring me!
:)
What a great idea! I really want to get into this habit myself plus it would be nice if we could start a good habit of this with the baby....especially without the dang TV on lol
I love cactus blooms, we have no shortage of them out in West Texas for sure. Also the roses in peoples yard this time of year look fantastic and the honeysuckle is out in full force so the smells that hit you while running are wonderful :)
I love the idea of focusing on your meals! Definitely jumping onto this bandwagon :) I rush through too many of my meals. No bueno
I love this idea and definitely agree that Easter does feel just really fresh and a lot like a new beginning. It is starting to get warm out, new flowers, animals, etc are out...There is just a lot out there to enjoy and to start looking forward to--I think this is good but it seems that it is also easy for me to get ahead of myself at this point...my mind starts racing to weeks from now or my next vacation, pool day, etc. I think the way I can stay refreshed is by reminding myself to continue to stay in the moment...appreciating each day as they come...even the still super cold ones we have here in Utah :) GREAT POST :) Thanks for sharing and I love the pics!
omg I can't WAIT for that recipe! Whatever those little balls are they look like pure heaven! Love the idea to have at least one meal slowed down and enjoyed each day; we're all so busy sometimes that we forget to nourish ourselves with proper and fun meals with good friends and family! Have a great Tuesday!
You look so cute! I'm right there with ya...mascara and chapstick are about all I do. Other than Sundays when I go to church and I try to dress up more. I try to make a habit of just eating when I eat. I always would rather study (or read blogs), but I think it is important to just eat and let your body take it in! Good advice :)
I think that's a great goal you've made and totally doable!!
I try to do the same thing.. to relax while eating and actually ENJOY the food I'm eating. I think when I do this I end up eating less too.
You're right.. your body and mind will thank you :)
UGH!!! glad to see someone else who's dining furniture is neglected. our cats use our dining table and breakfast nook more than we do!!
i will join you in the goal to acutally sit at the table for 1 meal a day.
no computer, no tv, no paper...just me, my hubs and food (the cats will probably join us to!)
Cadbury egg!! I'm surprised you have more, mine was demolished ;)
I do the same thing when I eat and I definitely need to focus on not having so many distractions around me.
I eat every single meal on the computer. LOL.
aww what a lovely easter day! I like that fresh goal my friend- I think I need to take more time with meals too. I don't even have a kitchen table! ;) ah the student life! But I do take some time for me in a week which is hot yoga time :)
LOVE this. I ate my breakfast in the car, and I'm sure I'll be eating lunch in front of the computer. Guess I need to plan to slow down for dinner!
Sounds like a great Easter! The boys each got one of those eggs...hello sugar! I am totally with you on this. We are definitely taking the time to refresh...my favorite right now is sitting on the patio, eating dinner and just chatting with my family.
We've been making an effort to eat more meals at the table as well -- usually breakfast is totally rushed, eating standing up or in the car and the same happens with dinner! We've been doing better with turning the tv OFF, but I know we can do more. It is just so much more relaxing to eat, talk, etc at the dinner table!
Lindsay, you just gave me hardcore AUSTIN pangs. I miss. Wait...... I just realized, I am going to be there all this weekend! LETS MEET UP!!! Its my step sisters wedding!
Also, while I applaud you in your effort to have a few more focused meals a week, I think you can let yourself off the hook this time! You are like superwoman. Your couch has probably been missing your tush terribly for months.
I need to do that too!! It's amazing how something as little as sitting in front of the tv can change the way you eat. When I sit at the table I savor my food, and enjoy it. TV I eat it fast, and usually want more!! Good idea!!
Cute pic, you look fantastic, as always! And I love your one-meal-mantra. So so good. I am feeling the itch to completely change up my eating routine. I've been feeling sort of down and out on myself and wonder if a change to my eating patterns for a few weeks, a healthy detox of sorts is the right way to go...thoughts?? Long comment, but your menus and eating always get me thinking.
You are pretty :-)
First, your hair looks super cute! Setting the table and sitting down to eat REALLY makes things so much more enjoyable. I agree. I really enjoy sitting down and eating without any distractions from anything, with peace and quiet and just enjoying my meal and letting my mind wander. I think it kills Ben sometimes because I eat so slow, haha. What can I say, I like to enjoy my food! :)
I need to do the same thing I feel like im always eating on the go and its so bad for you meals should be the time you are quiet and just focus in on your day.
YOU ARE WAY TOO NICE....Girl, I NEED YOU TO TEACH ME!!! You look STUNNING....seriously, please do a vlog about your hair and make-up routine and remember how you still look like a model with just chapstick and mascara. I am obsessed with your look. I NEEDED this post because I do the same thing and seriously I have pb and avocado on my computer and bbq sauce on my couch....oops!! Hope you don't mind if I copy your goals:) I hope you are having an amazing day and thanks for making me feel good:) LOVE YOU!!!
Can't wait for the recipe! :D
What an awesome goal!!! We eat on the run too.....but my favorites are always when we're sitting together as a family!
We always eat in front of the tv. I mean we sit at the table, but the tv is always on. I think we should also try to allow at least a night of NO technology, what so ever! I think it's a great thing!! I love when I happen to 'forget' my cell phone sometimes, it's so relieving :)
I love love love Janae and her style- but you're GORGEOUS. You don't need help in any department!!!
I need to get away from technology during meals too. Booo.
Breaking it down and focusing on one meal is a great idea
i know. I sometimes forget that I am even eating when I am on the go. Sit,
savor, Slow down! Right?
Lindsay
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I eat slow too! I could be at dinner for hours if my hubs would let me. we'd be
a great pair for meals. haha.
TIme to reset that focus!
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I had no idea that you guys are in Texas too! What part are you from? I live in Wichita Falls...kinda close to Oklahoma :) I really like the idea of really focusing on one meal a day! I think that it is so important to do so! I hope you have a wonderful Tuesday!!
i think you should focus on getting real foods! Nice and clean. Pick a new
vegetable to try each day and create a meal out of it. Make it fun and healthy,
ya know? I think M would love it too! Thoughts?
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Aww you look soooo perty in that pic...not that you aren't always perty my dear, makeup or no makeup! :-)
I got into the habit of not eating at the table for awhile a couple of years ago - and suddenly the hubs and I weren't even talking about our day or anything over dinner, just eating mindlessly while watching tv. how sad, right? So now we make a habit of never eating in front of the TV, computer, etc. and spending that 30 mins catching up with eachother. It makes a world of a difference.
haha, sugar rush indeed!! those little eggs pack a lot. This is the perfect
season for patio dinners. Fresh air, fresh food, family togetherness. Love it
Sarena!
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I know, its a lot harder than it sounds. Right? Hope you get a slow enjoyable
dinner. Keep me posted!
;)
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and thats definitely good nourishment! Hot yoga deepens our training, in my
opinion. Maybe soon you can take your meals outside?? I'll send more birds,
haha.
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Is it filled with almond butter like mine? Time to clean it up! Cheers!
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You are stunning with or without makeup! =) But it is fun once in awhile to get dressed up. I really like the whole cutting out technology approach. Personally I hate when I start to feel *too* connected. I like my me time with just me and the hubs. Quiet no distractions. I think its really important so we can talk and focus on each other. During the day its ok because well thats my job and there are things I enjoy alot (like blogging!) but at night I try to turn it all off and unwind. I think these are wonderful goals that you have and I feel like I need to do the same. Great idea! have an awesome day!!
i had to stash a few in the freezer for later. hehe.
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YES!! I need a good accountability partner. Keep me posted Audrey!
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thank you sabrina, your always such an encouragement. I plan on following your
meal rules!
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Good think you are a natural beauty because you look great with and without make up! It is fun to get dressed up though and feel pretty! I like to have a nice sit down meal too and we make it a goal to have dinner together as a family each day. Sometimes it doesn't work out, but it's my ideal.
Can't wait for the new bites recipe! I loved the other ones. They are 5 year old approved!
yes! ANd I totally am missing out on flavor when I am in a rush. Glad we have
the same fresh approach Jessica!
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LOL! you make me feel so much better Lauren. And I am excited you'll be in town.
Yea! Email me when you get in.
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yep, you sound like me! hehe. Its like a bad habit we just DON'T want to break.
ya know? Keep me posted on how yours go Holly.
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you are a wise woman Trisha! I will take your advice and let my body take it in.
Cheers!
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slow is the word, youre so right. I bet your taking it slow today! Feel better
soon friend.
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its good to catch up with family, right? Maybe you can make them a gluten free
meal! :)
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no way, I need my lessons from you and your sister. I grew up with brother
so never learned how to apply make up. haha! Lets check with each other on the
meals at the table. I'll pretend I am dinning with you. Don't worry, we each get
our own salad.. No sharing, right?! haha.
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First, how pretty are you!!! I love the hair!
We do the same thing with meals - we commit to 5 dinners a week as a family - no one can get up and wander off until everyone is done (including the pokey 4 year old). It's a great time to reconnect, hang out, and be goofy together.
My fresh approach needs to start now, at work, and I need to stop being lazy about updating my resume :D. Thanks for the inspiration!
Lynn, I think this will be a good mental break for both of us!! Lots of good
nourishment. Keep me posted, k?
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oh yes, the smell of honeysuckle in TX can't be beat! Enjoy those meals with the
baby, no distractions!
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You look great! I think all men are Cadbury Egg addicts. My theory is: Do not dress up every day because you need to keep your beauty a secret for special occasions. When you do dress up people are like WOW. Low maintenance girls rock =)
awesome Vanessa! I'm so glad we can all do this together. Thank you for helping
me out!
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ya, I think I would have been under my stairs with my food! I'm so glad you are
safe though. phew!
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amen to that! we make these delicious meals, why not savor the hard work put in
it by slowing down! Lets go for it!
hope the studying goes well.
;)
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I;m so glad you can relate Salah. This will be great accountability for us
both!
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well I will definitely try to follow in your foosteps heather. No getting up,
just family meal times! Good luck on the resume. You can do it!
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See, you guys are our inspiration. Thats what happend to us. We didn't have a TV
for a whole year and it was great, but as soon as we got one....bye bye dinner
table. Thank you for being an inspiration.
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I could benefit from that one meal focus. It's hard though with the kids. I do always have an iced coffee that I sit and savor during their naps though. One of my favorite moments each day. :)
Glad you had a great Easter!
oh ya, we've driven through there. We're in Austin! Let me know if you are ever
down our way.
:)
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oh thats an awesome plan! Yes, low maintenance girls do rock. Love it!
Lindsay Cotter
Nutrition Manager & Fitness Consultant
lyndzut@sbcglobal.net
www.cottercrunch.com
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And I love that! It teaches your kids such great manners. Aweseome Jen! and
glad the kiddos liked the bite!
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i know, sometimes I look up and don't even realize what time it is, i've been
too connected! We need that FRESH air and meal time to savor! Love your advice
Chrysta!
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oh let me know if you guys go TV less! haha. I know it would be so much better
for over communication too, ya know?
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best advice out there....STAY IN THE MOMENT!! I love it Julia. You can do it!
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i love that you have your "coffee" time. Such a great way to reflect. And I'm
sure you soak up every ounce of QUIETNESS!
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WOW Lindsay!! I think I need YOU to teach ME how to do hair and make-up!! Haha I don't even wear mascara or chapstick most days! :P Seriously though, you look STUNNING normally as well as here, so I need to start Cotterizing myself!! ;)
I love that goal!! I always eat on-the-go or whilst doing other things! Can't WAIT for that Healthy Bite recipe- it looks so good!!!
Have a great day gorgeous!! :)
so fresh and so clean clean :)
i think your makeup job looks fab. but i'd be in full support of janae helping me too. slumber party?! hahaha. i never makeup because i never apply it right
I love that picture of you. So pretty! :) And I'm the same when it comes to make-up - mascara, a bit of rouge, and that's it. When I go out, I may use some eyeshadow as well. I'm ver un-girly. ;)
I started to arrange the table nicely when I began mindful eating. I don't do it for every meal, though (but I try to eat every meal mindfully, which can also mean sitting outside on my door sill with a bowl and a fork, or chopsticks :D). I love how arranging the table immediately changes the atmosphere of a meal and makes it something special.
first you do not need any help to look good, you look great make up or no make up. I am in the no make up ungirly club myself. The meal in front of the TV...ah good one..I do not let my kids eat in front of the TV. Nothing is on when we eat. the only one in our family who eats in front of the TV is my husband. He comes home too late to eat with us so he always ends up on the sofa in front of the TV. For me Quiet time is only at night..cup of tea and a book or magazine...even if it is just 15 minutes it is worth it :)
i hear you!! we all need to stop and listen to our bodies/hearts. taking time for meals and people is wonderful - thanks for the encouragement :)
I am usually in front of a computer for breakfast, lunch varies, but Never for dinner! We turn everything off, phones aside, and enjoy the meal together (when we're both home) :) Otherwise I'll open a magazine to read, or have dinner with friends - anything to keep the TV off and mind cleared while I unwind from the day!
I am sooo jealous of your sunshine! It's snowing.
You're such a pretty lady! :) Looks like you guys had a great weekend! :)
My family had lots of flaws, but one thing my mom was always adamant about was that we always meet around the dinner table as a family every night. It was a great habit to have. So now, with the exception of Friday nights (pizza and a movie, so we watch in front of the big screen), our little family gathers around our dining room table and eats our meal together while we talk about our day. :)
we used to eat dinners at the coffee table - often with television on! our kitchen table is kind of my photography studio now, but we have a bar area in the kitchen, and we have started sitting in there more. it's nice to sit with Jason and enjoy a meal, talking and ... enjoying! hopefully soon the weather will be SUNNY WARM and we can move outside to the deck table... :)
And its 98F here today, Barf!
I'm totally loving these goals -- and your hair! You're so gorgeous!
Easter does feel FRESH! God starts a fresh new season and I LOVE it, he is so good! I need to work on eating meals w/o distractions as well :/ eeek!!
I think your hair looks so pretty! I figure if I blow dry mine I'm doing something amazing...
i'm totally with ya on the slowing down and enjoying...my keyboard also happens to look like it just wen't through an extreme foodfight!
You are just so wise! :) I love your posts so much!
And your hair looks sooooooo pretty!
oh yes, so basil and bask in the sun during dinner. Right? Its a good feeling to
catch up with our men, right?
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Ahh, I haven't had a Cadbury egg in so long; they were always my favorite! I've avoided being tempted this year...until now. Thanks a lot! ;P
i bet you could recreate a healthy vegan cadburry. hmmm.....just sayin. haha!
;)
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LOL! Ditto. And if I dry my hair, it has to last me a few days. hehe.
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definitely need to get in the habit of that! Since we work wierd hours, its been
hard. Now its time to turn off the TV and enjoy! Thanks for the inspiration
as always heather.
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thank you for feeling the same, haha. Lets do this! Cheers Samantha!
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yes, us too! we were always around the table. Now that I'm married, I need to
keep that in mind! we used to before we got a TV> sheesh!
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I LOVE FRESH! And the cactus flowers are so pretty! I can definitely see why you had to take pictures of them.
As for that make-up, giiiirrrrl- you're a natural beauty! :)
ya, I'm think we might to clean that keyboard off and keep it clean. Right? :)
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You are a great influence on your kiddos caroline. Such good family time. They
will always remember dinners around the table. Cheers to that!
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girl you are my inspiration! I love how mindful you are of your surroundings and
your meals. Thank you for this encouragement.
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i'm totally up for a slumber party. Just tell me when and where.
;)
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Emma, you have that amazing natural beauty! I love it! Embrace that you
gorgeous girl.
:)
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Holy same page girlfriend. Wow. Scary.
I am reading a book called Slow Down Diet and that, combined with studying Marobiotics and Ayurveda have me convined that we absorb nutrition better when we eat in a relaxed state and pay attention and chew!
I want to write about it soon...crazy comments be darned.
PS- You are pretty all the time, and you know this. Still I get the pride that comes in whipping out the fancy stuff.
oh I want to hear about that missy! Please do share. I'll block all your
comments for you, haha.
p.s.
Hows the flood?
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You look soooo pretty!!! I imagine the hubs was looking mighty dapper as well. :)
Yes...it's time for some freshening up in our diets too. :)
SUCH a good goal. :) I think we all need a little help slowing things downs!
I eat way too many meals in front of my computer - I don't eat in front of the tv though. I instituted a no eating on the couch rule after we bought our new couch. After 4 years, it has stuck!
I eat alllll my meals in front of the computer. okay, that is a HUGE exaggeration. Maybe like one?? I eat while reading bogs. hehe!! I am with yaaaa!!
yes!! glad you are in. Keep me posted Jess!
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nice heather! Maybe I need a new couch, haha.
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Goodness, Lindsay - your posts are always so refreshing! Dinner is very important to me and my husband. No TV, no phones, no iPads, no computers. It's OUR time - we catch up on each others' days and reflect on our own. It's so important to unwind in a calm atmosphere after a busy day at work.
We got the low-maintenance thing down! You are so naturally pretty! Excited for this little recipe. And the Fresh approach...go get it!! I need to follow :) Have a good Wednesday Linds!
Katie :)
Linds you look absolutely beautiful in that pic! (And always duh...) I hope your easter was amazing. :) I love your goals for your one meal a day...especially the one about no distractions from technology. Sometimes I feel so dang plugged in that I could scream. It's my own fault and it would be a great goal for me to do the same. Have a GREAT week! LOVES!! xoxoxo
totally thought about our similar beauty routine, love it! Gotta stick together
on that. haha!
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me too, I could scream! But we can do this. Its good for us to take time out of
the technology world, right?!
:)
Hope you have a wonderful day megan!
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ever since we had to work later and got a TV, our meals have been crazy. Thank
you for this inspiration! I will be definitely be following in your footsteps
courtney.
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I like this approach...one good thing at a time. I'll definitely join you on the one fresh meal...I've discovered just how much I love cooking with all natural, all fresh ingredients over the weekend. Not to mention just how good real/fresh food tastes.
So weird, because I was just thinking about this yesterday! I have made too many meals fast and then sat on the couch to eat them because it's been easier...but for the most part, I'm home all day and have ample time to make healthy, nutritious meals and sit at the table to eat them.
couldn't agree more Jen! Glad we can relate! Lets start fresh with this.
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Great post, Lindsay! I grew up with a mom and dad that insisted we never ate in front of the TV, and looking back on it, I love all of my family dinners and all the good laughs/conversations/times we had. I always said I wanted to keep that tradition going, but now that it's just my husband and I (or often just me, since he works later hours and I sometimes am too hungry to wait for him to get home, lol), we find ourselves eating in front of the TV or computer a LOT. I am going to try and join you on this one!!:) I also ate WAY too much junk food over the Easter weekend, so I need to REFRESH my good eating habits. Hoping to get back on track this week, but the stress of grad school finals has not been helping! Can I just hire you to plan all my meals for me? Your WIAW posts are making me really envious!;)
Oh happy day. It looks like my comment is going to go through. I had to use Internet Explorer yesterday instead of Mozilla (virus something...) and it wouldn't load this form on your blog! First of all, you are so beautiful all dressed up for Easter Sunday. I'm sure James feels that same way about you as you did him. Billy and I are so rarely dressed up, but it's fun every now & then! I mentioned in my email, but I think it is so important to take time to sit down and have a proper dinner without electronics. It's sort of the equivalent to me as reading before bed...or just talking to Billy, rather than staring at my glowing laptop screen. I'm excited to see your recipe for veggie healthy bites!
Yep, that's something we all neglect here and there Lindsay. I have been known to eat in front of the computer and TV myself. There's something to intentional eating that's for sure! Have a wonderful season of renewing!!
Nicole
I think thats what technology has done to us these days, making us less mindful
of our eating. I am guilty of that! Time to change that.
:)
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yes! So glad you are joining me Joanna. Keep me posted. Feelin Fresher already,
haha.
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that is exactly my story too! Now that my hubs trains at odd hours and works, it
hard t wait. Last night I ate a little then saved the rest for the table with
him when he got home. It was perfect!!
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YAY! It works! You and Billy have ALWAYS been a good role model for us. I want
to take more picnics now and just "be still" with our meals together. Thank you
friend. And really, WE MUST TALK SOON! Dying here! haha.
Lindsay
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Love your cactus photo, we took many while in the desert last week.
I LOVE dressing up for holidays :) Easter always means out with the springy dresses and skirts! Love it :) You looked cute, coulda fooled me about being ungirly :)
What a great idea Lindsay! You always bring new ways to facous or intentions and attentions! I know I have slacked on returning your book, but I will mail that out this week with the protein bars!! :)
You look gorgeous!!
oh thanks Monique. You are too kind. I love getting to wear dresses on date
nights now. woohoo!
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oh thats awesome! i need to catch up on your trip. Did you post pictures?
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You don't need makeup! You are just gorgeous!!! I love your goals. We don't watch TV, but the computer gets a lot of use by me at mealtime. Working on it... Breakfast is family time. I'd love to make it our regular devotions time too. Consistency and discipline needed!! Have a great day, L!
oh I am so excited for the bars! I told the hubs too!
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When J is home, we always sit down to eat and have real conversations. But when I'm living on my own (like now), I pretty much always eat in front of the computer. I know that it's a bad habit...but it's just so BORING to eat in silence by yourself! I need to read or be on the computer.
my husband came home late tonight but I still sat by myself with some music on
instead of the TV or computer. Trust me, it was lovely. I thought it would be
boring too, but we so programmed to go go go then taking a moment to eat felt
guilty. As soon as I took a bite of food and tasted all those flavors, I let go
of the guilt and let more time pass by just enjoying it. what a relief!
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I need to work on sitting down and enjoying my meals, slowly. I tent to eat a lot while doing something else.
ugh...One meal at a time!
ooh, i think i need to stop and enjoy things more too, it's so easy to get in the habit of eating while doing XYZ. did i tell you i tried one of your bites recipes? i forget which one, but they were delicious!!
oh thats awesome! was it the joyful bites? Those are tasty!
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I can't tell you the last time I applied makeup! And any day I blow dry my hair is a special occasion! :) Sounds like you guys had a great Easter!
I'm bad about meals. Thanks for the gentle reminder that I might need to work on that! :)
i think its the inner athlete in us. Too much effort to get dressed up after
training. haha.
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fantastic post!!! I have been working very hard on three things... eat when hungry, eat consciously and then stop when I'm full! I never realized just how distracted I was when eating
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