Monthly Archives: June 2010

My 1st Month with Weight Watchers

I have not been as focused this month as I should have been. But I will not make excuses. I will just focus harder on making the program work for me. Lets go June! What I’ve learned this month: I … Continue reading

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No Pain, No Gain!

I haven’t been hiking in two weeks. This week’s 6 mile hike is sure to be challenging! Los Liones Canyon (Pacific Palisades) Saturday June 19th is the next scheduled hike date. Los Liones is a quiet area of the Santa … Continue reading

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Chicken Tortilla Soup – Only 8 Points!

I am always looking for a way to expand my cooking arsenal with healthy choices for my family. Here is a quick and easy recipe from allrecipes.com that is sure to please everyone. It is a very simple recipe and … Continue reading

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MY REPLY TO: Why Are Black Women So Big?

  Wow, this post (http://thefreshxpress.com/2010/06/why-are-black-women-so-big/)  has sparked a lot of talk about black women being overweight. That is excellent! While I think that she could have used some compassion, it is a serious issue. I am currently trying to live … Continue reading

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Turkey Lasagna – Only 6 Points!

Here is my twist on my daughter’s favorite dish, Lasagna! By making changes to some of the higher calorie ingredients, I was able to successfully “Millie Vanilli” my family with this 6 pt dinner option. Remember to eat a light … Continue reading

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6. Are Life Long Jocks

When I reflect on the slimmer days of my life and compare my lifestyle today versus then, it quickly becomes obvious why I have gained so much weight. When I focus on comparing my level of activity, eating habits, and … Continue reading

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5. Take Care of Their Mind, Body, and Soul.

Close your eyes. Imagine a person in perfect health. What features did you give them? Maybe you gave them a perfect smile, small waist line, or six pack abs. These are all common features used to determine how healthy a person … Continue reading

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This Weeks Hike: La Jolla Valley Loop

La Jolla Canyon – Pt. Mugu State Park Okay folks, last week’s hike was great! The kids (and the dog) loved it. This week’s hike has two options, a 7 mile loop and an 11 mile loop.  This is a beautiful and … Continue reading

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Beef and Snow Pea Stir-Fry – Only 5 pts!

You wouldn’t believe how easy those points add up if you don’t embrace eating raw fruits and vegetables. By noon on my 1st day I only had 11 points left! This was largely due to the 10 Ruffle potato chips I … Continue reading

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