One year ago today they were putting up our sign on the outside of the building. Along with that we declared a soft opening with Dec. 1st scheduled as our official grand opening. I was scared, excited, and honestly, a little bewildered as to where my friends were. This isn't your average one year post. It's raw, real and honest but I am writing it with a hope of healing some unmet expectations that I had going into this adventure.
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I always said no because that’s not where God wanted me. I knew that without a doubt ...until He did....
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I remember traveling to Galveston Bay Beach when I was little. I was so excited to see the ocean for the first time. I had incredible expectations but the real thing turned out to be anything but incredible. LOL
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Good food for me means cheesecake or Key Lime Pie most of the time. And when it's sugar free it usually means that it fits into my Keto lifestyle pretty easily. Put them together and wow, you've just made my weekend. LOL
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I began to take inventory of possibilities in my fridge and pantry when I saw them. Beautiful Berries of all kinds. Already washed in Thieves Fruit and Veggie Wash. Just waiting for something amazing to happen.
Writing was never a strong suit of mine. At least I didn't think I could write. I also didn't think anyone was really interested in the musings that floated around my brain on a constant basis. LOL You see, my mind races with over analyzed ideas and I have always assumed that my mind is where they would stay. But all that changed two years ago.
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This is NOT your mama’s chicken salad! This is not “comfort food” chicken salad either. This is something all together different.
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New Years Day resolutions is odd thing to be thinking about as we near the end of May but this year has been odd anyway so why not?
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Young Living Insect Repellent Hack and what to do if it's out of stock. This also includes instructions for Horses and other animals!
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Where are my gardening and wildlife friends at? I have found a weed killer that is non toxic! Safe for my grandkids little bare feet, safe for my pets, and safe for me to breathe!
I love pasta with a creamy sauce! Throw in a really good Italian sausage and you have me hook, line, and sinker. This dish was favorite before I made the lifestyle change to keto and with a quick pasta change it still is.
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Who doesn't like chicken tenders? And giving them up wasn't an option in my house. I went on a hunt for keto friendly tenders and this one from The Chunky Chef blog was hands down the best.
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Chocolate donuts were one of my best sellers when I was running Lauren's Kitchen. They were super easy to make and a hit with all chocolate lovers.
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My friend Gwyn shared a video of this Mango Shrimp Salsa on her page and I knew I had to make it ASAP. As a salsa it can be served with chips or over grilled fish or chicken but I turned it into a meal by adding a little extra shrimp. Delish!
My friend would tell me later that what she kept replaying over and over in her mind was how calm I was during the whole thing. She was literally screaming and I was completely calm. I had blocked out not only her fear but also the KMART building that we were seemingly destined to smash into. I did what needed to be done. And I did it well. Then and only then after everything was secure and she and I were safe did I allow myself to feel the emotion and process what I had just gone through. Little did I know that this was how I would handle every crisis that I would encounter for the next 37 years.
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This is a recipe that I would have made as is before I cut out processed foods. It's delicious as the original recipe without any changes but unfortunately it's just really not good for you at all. So I tweaked it. Here's the changes...
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This is a recipe that I would have made as is before I cut out processed foods. It's delicious as the original recipe without any changes but unfortunately it's just really not good for you at all. So I tweaked it. Here's the changes...
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My husband recently started eating more plant based meals. This is fine for me because I can use a small amount of his meals as a side dish and serve with a larger protein. Honestly I wouldn't have thought a vegetarian and a Keto person could successfully navigate the kitchen but it's gone really really well!
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As we navigate this new normal I have been pulling up some old stand by recipes. I need things that I can make ahead and keep handy in the fridge. This one is quick to make and easy to double or triple or whatever you need.
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