Games I Love #1:

I want to do a post about Wii Fit, because I know I need to get in the habit of playing it every day. It is such an easy way to get some fitness time it.. but in all honesty I haven't been playing it enough so instead this post will be featuring: DRAW SOMETHING

I love this game, but you really have to exercise the full potential of the fun by thinking creatively. I actually made my own DIY stylus to use with my iPhone as well because I got SO into it very quickly.

Here is a photo of my DIY stylus:

I used a small metal screwdriver, a regular scotch kitchen sponge, and basic scotch tape. I didn't have to get the sponge wet or anything, or cover it. You can Google how-to's if you'd like to make one too.


And here are some of my drawings:

Discovery: Oatmeal Drives Away My Mid-Morning Growls

Typically, I NEED to eat around 10 or 11 am. I always feel it'd be too early for lunch, but since I have breakfast around 5 or 6 am, it's understandable that I would be hungry. What I had been focusing on is having a healthy snack, like some fruit or a Nature Valley Granola Thin.

Though the past two days, I wasn't getting hungry. Totally weird and unexpected. But then I realized I had been having oatmeal for breakfast- and I wasn't getting as hungry, even at lunchtime!

I know this isn't any new discovery. But for me, actually experiencing and realizing the "magic" of it was pretty awesome. So I thought I'd share :)

And thanks to anyone who visited my blog to check out my lettuce wrap photos, it was much appreciated!

Photo Update: Homemade Lettuce Wrap

Chicken Breast Slices
Reduced Fat Colby Jack Cheese
Tomato
Lettuce
Salsa
Salt and Pepper

My new favorite: Lettuce Wraps

Here is one of the biggest problems I have faced in my struggle to lose weight and stay fit: I LOVE bread.

I know, I know... Who doesn't? But I not only love bread- I eat it in excess. When the bf and I grab a loaf of French bread from the bakery, I will eat at least half of it before we even begin dinner if I'm not careful. And even if I am, I eat the rest after dinner.

And sandwiches... it's one of my favorite ways to consume bread. And I always find a way of convincing myself that since I have the veggies on the sandwich, it's not so bad. But with the new vegtably-focused diet I'm trying, I needed to kick the bread from my lunches.

So yesterday at work I ordered a Jimmy Johns Hunter's Club Unwivh- without mayo. And OH MY GOSH! It was soooo good. I couldn't believe it. And the best part is that I decided to buy some lettuce today to try it out at home, and it was also amazing. Especially for less than 150 calories! (JJ's was over 277)

I'll be uploading a picture the next time I make it, which will probably be tomorrow :)

Love quote of the week:

This quote from Bob Marley really spoke to me. I simply modified it a bit to work almost like wedding vows (very broad and alternative, but vows nonetheless).

It really sums up how I view my relationship with Ryan. And adds some great pointers for keeping the peace. I just love it!

I am thinking of having it printed large and framed.

Easy DIY Play Microphone

I got this idea because we've played pretend with my 1 year old with empty rolls by singing and talking into them. She gets a kick out of the sound!

Supplies Needed:
- empty paper towel rolls
- crayons, markers, glitter etc
- pencil
- thick string
- imagination & creativity!

1. Gather materials
2. Draw microphone outline (pencil recommended)
3. Color interior of microphone (add glitter for a glam microphone!)
4. Outline in black marker and add string to interior of roll with tape.