Cheesecakes are one of my absolute favorite desserts. They are rich and creamy, but man they are loaded with calories. To make my favorite sweet a little bit lighter, I came up with a way to make mini cheesecakes. They are only about 300 calories a piece, and they are just enough to satisfy that cheesecake craving that has been known to drive a woman wild. These mini Oreo cheesecakes have oreo ... Read More about Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
How to Prevent Workout Injuries: Meet My Friend Mr. Boot
A LITTLE TOO ENTHUSIASTIC TO WORKOUT I was all stoked to start working out like a mad woman, when the scale made me cry. I even got my playlists ready, and was rocking a bodacious workout in the pool. What I didn't account for was that I was doing too much too soon! My not so little friend, Mr. Boot! Meet my friend the boot. It weighs about a billion pounds and really doesn't go with my ... Read More about How to Prevent Workout Injuries: Meet My Friend Mr. Boot
Visiting San Antonio? Make sure to use SAVE to save money
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of SAVE for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. It's summertime, and this is the time most families hit the road. Wherever your vacation may take you, frugal families are always looking to save money. If you happen to be heading to San Antonio this summer, you really need to check out SAVE – San Antonio Vacation Experience . SAVE is a ... Read More about Visiting San Antonio? Make sure to use SAVE to save money
Amazing Spare Ribs Recipes
Nothing is more summer than grilling up some amazing spare ribs! Adding the right spices and sauce add that extra needed wow to your dish and take them to the next level. This weekend my husband and I made the most fantastic ribs ever! We did it as part of the Dibs on My Ribs Recipe Contest! Before we share our recipe, check out how you can enter! RIBS THAT MELT IN YOUR MOUTH Now onto ... Read More about Amazing Spare Ribs Recipes
A Step Parent Adoption Story
My Son when he was 6 on our wedding day If you have been reading for a little bit, you know I have been trying to adopt my stepson Brenden for about a year now. It's been a long and windy road full of legal jargon, sleepless nights, and some heart ache. Today I am so happy to share with you that our adoption story has a happy ending. As of today, I am "officially" Brenden's mom! I can't even ... Read More about A Step Parent Adoption Story
Garlic Ginger Chicken Stir Fry
Garlic Ginger Chicken Stir Fry My family absolutely loves Asian cooking and using rice vinegar. We are always looking for ways to lighten up dishes as well. I have used rice vinegars in my Asian dishes before, but honestly I didn't realize how many different varieties Nakano has! Beyond the different varieties, I also didn't think about how many ways, outside of Asian ... Read More about Garlic Ginger Chicken Stir Fry
A Playlist that rocks:Top TEN Mood Boosting Songs
Ever been in a really crappy mood, and not sure how to pull yourself out of it? Well, one thing that works really well for me is music. There is nothing better than plugging in a pair of headphones and jamming out until my bad mood goes away. My playlists are different depending on what mood I am in. This playlist is my favorite when I need to get energized. If I am feeling sluggish and like ... Read More about A Playlist that rocks:Top TEN Mood Boosting Songs
DIY Coat Rack
DIY Coat Rack Tired of hanging those purses and keys all over the place. So is my husband. No, he doesn't carry a purse. He's tired of me tossing those things all over the place! I guess it motivated him enough to finally make me a coat rack by the door where I can hang all those things instead of tossing them all over the house. The best part about my new rack is that it was extremely frugal ... Read More about DIY Coat Rack