The 907 Strut

Can you believe we're already past the first half of February?! 

It's always so shocking at how fast time moves but as long as we're making the moments count, I'm ok with it. These past few weeks have shown me how much fun it is to have control over my well being. Planning out my meals feels empowering because I know that what I'm feeding myself is healthy. Eating with a purpose might be a small step towards fully living with purpose, but it's a step. Now that we're getting further into the month, I wanted to share some things I've encountered over this past week.

So, I mentioned last week that Cashew Milk tasted “ashy”, and I still stand by that statement. However, I am not one to waste anything; it’s practically against my religion. I made the decision to not use cashew milk in my cereal because it tasted real disrespectful, but to try to use it as a substitute for regular milk in some of my recipes! And I didn't notice the difference!

I killed it on Meatless Monday! I’ll be honest, if someone didn’t remind me I would have forgotten until the morning of. That reminder gave me time to pick up some groceries and a new blender. 

Breakfast consisted of banana pancakes (made with CASHEW MILK), egg whites and veggie sausage! The sausage brand is Morning Star and they carry a variety of meatless substitutes. I’m also a huge fan of Morning Star’s Spicy Black bean Burger.

Since Monday was my day off, I didn't get out of bed until the early afternoon. Meaning breakfast was more like brunch. When I got hungry later in the day, I made myself a fruit milkshake and ate a few organic cashews with it.The smoothie was made of frozen mixed fruits, CASHEW MILK, and half of a raw banana! DELICIOUS!

And finally dinner! I was so impressed with this meal; I plan on doing it again! I whipped out my George Foreman grill and grilled different colored bell peppers and a jalapeno. Then I made refried black beans and shredded up a little cheese. I put that all on a quesadilla, grilled it and BAM delicious flavor all up on my plate!

I did not go to the gym this past week, though I do plan on adjusting my overall schedule around it. Honestly, I think I may have to do mornings and the sheer thought of getting out of bed before I have to makes me cringe.  If you have tips on becoming a morning person, send them my way. I need all the help I can get!

After this week I’m feeling pretty confident! Not only am I taking on new challenges, I’m knocking them down! Oh and since last week, I’VE LOST 4 POUNDS!! WHOOP WHOOP! I know a few people are jumping on board since last week, and I love hearing their feedback! If you have any questions or want to share your feedback, I’m here! Let’s get to this healthier lifestyle together! Thank you for reading, please comment, like and share! Until next time, folks!

XOXOXO

Sharita L Conley