WEEK 3 Results....WEEK 4 TORTURE...I Mean Challenge!! ;)
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Paying it forward:
I have noticed that more and more people seem like they are in a constant, stressed-out rush. Today I held the door of a store open long enough for a slow-moving older woman to walk all the way from her car. She thanked me profusely and I could tell that she really appreciated the fact that someone was able to pause during their busy day!0 -
Glad you liked the recipe, walnuts are a great alternative.....
I tried Grandma Jackie's Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins..
I did add a little bit of mace for the pumpkin and used a few crumbles of graham crackers for the bottom rather than vanilla cookies. (Just because I had them in the house)
They were amazingly delicious, made them for my birthday tea, so lovely to have a nice treat, that was healthy for us.
Thank you GrandmaJackie!
I tried mailaig's
Toasted Pecans with Cinnamon and Sugar
BUT....I used walnuts and 3/4 tsp liquid stevia.
200 calories, 4 carbs, 2 fibre, 6 protein, 20 fat, and 15 Na per 30 grams
Very tasty.
I MUST try this with pecans, but all I have is walnuts today.
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Pay it forward. So today I saw someone who truly loves to get under my skin. She loves to nit pit the heck out of everything I do. Doesn't matter what. Today she had on a truly nice outfit and it did fit her well. I told her I liked her outfit and how nice she looked in it. I have to say I did get somewhat of a giggle to my self out of the fact that she could of been knocked over with a feather. This is a person who loves to make my life miserable. I don't believe she thought I was going to complement her though I never have retaliated. I normally just walk away. Later on when I ran into her again she thanked me for the complement. I kind of felt bad in a way she didn't know how to act. I told her I was sincere and hoped she had a lovely rest of the day.0
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Glad you liked the recipe, walnuts are a great alternative.....
I tried Grandma Jackie's Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins..
I did add a little bit of mace for the pumpkin and used a few crumbles of graham crackers for the bottom rather than vanilla cookies. (Just because I had them in the house)
They were amazingly delicious, made them for my birthday tea, so lovely to have a nice treat, that was healthy for us.
Thank you GrandmaJackie!I tried mailaig's Toasted Pecans with Cinnamon and Sugar
BUT....I used walnuts and 3/4 tsp liquid stevia.
200 calories, 4 carbs, 2 fibre, 6 protein, 20 fat, and 15 Na per 30 grams
Very tasty. I MUST try this with pecans, but all I have is walnuts today.
Your welcome glad you enjoyed plus did I miss your birthday! If so Happy Late Birthday!0 -
Mental thing happened after gym on my way home was getting on train and this woman just falls out and smashes her face into an electrical box then falls and smashes her head on a metal step! Both her teeth are smashed out of her head her nose is smashed and she was unconscious on the ground. Me another girl and a lad waited with her for the ambulance and made sure she was alright. It was freezing but we were so relieved when she went to hospital - I so hope she's ok - I found out she works for our forensics unit at Scotland Yard. That was one crazy evening especially as I had already decided that my kind act of the day was giving a girl at the gym a pound for her locker 15 mins earlier! I was on a roll and bought my mum a plant afterwards as well!
Keep giving ya'll!!
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I spent yesterday with my best friend whose husband has just been fired and they now need to leave here. Very sad, and she and he were very discouraged. Long story and lots of injustice there :explode: , but I was able to spend the afternoon being a listening ear and telling them that the lies spoken about them are untrue (which they really are!!!!) and that they have done so much that is positive here. They said it helped, so I hope that is true. The next 3 weeks (until they leave) is going to be hard and sad
. Paying it on seems to have helped them, but I am feeling more than a little emotional about it all.
Sorry this isn't a positive pay it on... but I will try to get another one in in the next few days. Will not hitting the people responsible count as being kind??!!0 -
I made Sarah (Geckos) No protein powder shake for after my run...
now I'm in the UK so I don't use cups, I weigh stuff so I thought this would be easiest for me to do I used what frozen fruits that I had in... I think I may have made less than Sarah's recipe... but it was filling and very nice
I used 150grams natural low fat yogurt, 214ml of almond milk and 75 grams of frozen fruit of the forest mix... My recipe turned out at 151cals, 20 cabrs, 8 protein, 3 fat and 227 mg of sodium.
I really liked it and the yogurt made the shake somewhat smoother so will definitely be having this again.
This was Sarah's original post
Well, mine doesn't look quite as nice as this picture -- but I won't be making it again until Monday so wanted to post something enticing anyways! I've been having this for breakfast in place of protein powder shakes as I really can't stand the texture of them. Love starting my day with this!
Strawberry-Banana Protein Smoothie - no protein powder!
1 c Dole frozen strawberry banana bland fruit
1 c Silk TrueAlmond unsweetened vanilla
3/4 c Presidents Choice Greek Yogurt - 0% MF - Plain
6 ice cubes
Blend until smoothie texture.
240 cals, 35 carbs, 20g protein, 250mg sodium0 -
Pay it Forward... I'm always complimenting people, holding doors, and smiling at strangers. That's just who I am and how I was raised. I've always lived by the Golden Rule... To treat others how you want to be treated. Its kinda hard for me to pick 0out specific examples because its so natural for me but one example happened the other day at work. I had an older man sitting at the end of the bar. He was 80 years old and all alone. The bar was fairly empty so I was struggling to find things to do to keep busy. As I was filling his coffee he started to talk. This man talked to me for about an hour about his life experiences, struggles, successes, and everything in between. After our lengthy conversation I actually felt a hodgepodge of emotions... Happy, sad, inspired, spiritual.... the list goes on. This man had a story to tell and I took the time to stop and listen. That made me feel really good.
Today, I am going to the park to feed the homeless... I've wanted to do this for a while and today I am going. I will repot back regarding that later.0 -
I tried SlimMama's recipe for Baked Oatmeal, and it was yummy! I left off the brown sugar topping to save a few calories and it was still delicious. The eggs give it more texture than regular oatmeal AND adds protein. Thanks for posting this recipe, SlimMama!0
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I PROMISE to make at least 2 of the recipes on THURSDAY (my day off) and for the pay it forward I always am saying thank you, you look nice, or nice hair cut or color, you do a good job, I could never do this job without you and how I am blessed but you know I found where saying NOTHING at all is sometimes the BEST. Some need a ear to listen but there are some that are sooooooo FULL of drama and themselves that I'd rather say nothing than to lie and say something they want you to agree on!! I went through this yesterday. A staff member is soooo full of herself & I am trying so hard to always be firm but kind to her and yesterday I told her that the new color/cut looked VERY nice on her. Well she went into this drama story of having to switch hairstylist because she felt the stylist did not like her blah blah blah & said she feels EVERYbody should like her! I did not know what to say so I said NOTHING. I KNOW not everybody likes me & I am ok with that cuz you can't please EVERYBODY!
I hope I have a better pay it forward by Friday!!!!0 -
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I tried kvonjohn veggies with the balsamic vinegar. Was really good, I 've always made it with plain vinegar and water. Really refreshing and will make often..Thanks for a new way to try the veggies.
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My main compliment went to my pastor this week... He has not been able to preach in a few weeks because of some medical problems and has had a couple of men filling in for him. I just let him know how much we enjoyed and missed *his* preaching. He is young, our church is small, and I don't think he hears this kind of thing very often...he seemed very touched, which (of course) made me feel great, because I really meant it! And, if he doesn't have any setbacks, he is supposed to preach this coming Sunday!0
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My pay it forward was in the queue waiting to get my twos face painted today for Hallowe’en, we were waited about 40 mins ourselves and the mum behind joined about 10 mins after us, I complemented her on how well her child had waited who was about two for her face painting. I also told the lady who was doing it what a splendid job she'd done and donated extra money to the charity which they were there fund raising for. (it was help the children, in our local area)0
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I am intending to do the baked oatmeal tomorrow, but since that might not be my breakfast treat (and therefore after the deadline!) I did do two of the other low sodium meals today - but 2 of the quick ones!
This afternoon I wanted a sweet snack, but mindful of the fact that tomorrow is Friday and the "dreaded scale day", I thought I'd try my fellow shark's recipe - fang's speedy poached cinnamon apple. Well it wasn't as quick as it should have been since I don't have a microwave (!) but I still managed to poach my apple and the cinnamon just made it the PERFECT treat. Now if I can get a microwave from somewhere, it would be a super speedy and lovely treat! (Not sure I'd have persevered with full poaching if it hadn't been for this challenge!)
Then tonight instead of my planned salad with my normal salad dressing, I did the cucumber and tomato with balsamic vinegar recipe. (Another Shark one! That wasn't deliberate, honestly!!) DELICIOUS! And much less calories than my usual salad dressing (although I still put that on my lettuce - only half the normal amount since it wasn't needed on the cucumber and tomato! Somehow, the lettuce didn't taste right with the vinegar! You obviously need the crunch of the cucumber for that!)
And if I have baked oatmeal for breakfast, I might post here again :happy:0 -
mailaig's candied pecans are ADDICTING!!! My husband loves them to!!! Thanks for sharing this recipe, I will try it with other nuts too!!
I also made Artimis726's Addicting Pumpkin Muffins. They too are AWESOME!!! They are sooooo good that I am going to bring them to school tomorrow to share with staff. I made a bigger batch! I guess by sharing them with staff & tonite I am bringing popcorn balls to share with my adult in-laws that this could be considered a PAY IT FORWARD!!!!
Oh and since I sampled thes 2 recipes today I can now NOT have a popcorn ball with my grandson tonite!!!0 -
Roasted Veggie's
This is my go to;
1/2 head cauliflower
2 bunches broccoli
olive oil
pepper
smoked paprika
season to your taste
425 for 45 minutes
this really crunchy and delish
salt if you choose, too
I made lostgurl55's roasted veggies tonight. Simple and awesome! I used cauliflower, since that's what I had. I am not used to cooking raw vegetables, so this roasting was eye-opening. Thanks!0 -
mailaig's candied pecans are ADDICTING!!! My husband loves them to!!! Thanks for sharing this recipe, I will try it with other nuts too!!
That's the very reason I *didn't* make those nuts! I *knew* that I would just eat them ALL!
vhuber, I made your Lemon Poppy Seed Cake for my company...thanks!0 -
Made Sheri stew tonight. Our weather is just right for stew. Had to use regular potatoes and onion cause that's what I had. Still cooking but looks an smells great. Hope it is somewhat like yours Sheri
Since this picture was taken we had dinner. Very good just the right spice for my family. Thank you Sheri for sharing.
Pay it forward: I held the door for a number of people today. Smiled and was pleasant to a woman who was anything but to everyone she came in contact with in her checkout line. Also let two different people go ahead of me in checkout since I had more items then they did.0 -
Pay it forward:
I made sure to tell the ladies who watch the kids at the gym. thank you. And let them know how much my son looks forward to coming! They do such a service for moms to be able to go to the gym even with the little ones!!
Recipe: I am making the homemade goldfish tomorrow AND we're doing the tilapia and steamed broccoli for dinner! I hope that counts, since it will be after the 10am deadline!?!0 -
Making my Pay It post short since I'm. On my phone. A couple walking on the hiway with a babe in a stroller got a ride home from this sharkette. They were so appreciative and we had a lovely chat. On the way it started to rain. So glad they weren't caught out in it...they were 4 miles from where I dropped them...they would've been drenched. I was on my way to Lowes before the detour so I finally got there and it dawned on me that I had my Pay It...I pick people up when its hot, rainy, cold, or I get that strong unction from Holy Spirit. It makes me happy when they accept...some seem afraid to...sad... but today happy...I even told T_iara, Edres, and wee Egypt about myfitnesspal.0
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So I, like some of you, found it hard to pick out a specific moment because I try to always give encouragement and credit where and when it's due. Last night our pastor was out of town for bible study so she asked that we share for a few minutes something that God had given to us. Well we were going along when our prophet got up for his turn. It was awesome what he shared. When I got up for my turn, I began by pointing out how much he has grown. He has some trouble with his speech and reading but last night you would have never known it. I thought it was important for him to know that and he smiled and nodded at the compliment.0
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I have a coworker that has been dieting for many weeks. She has been very successful, so I pointed out how her hard work is paying off. I told her that I was proud of her and she was my inspiration.0
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I took time out yesterday to ask a neighbour how she was getting on in her new job? She has been appointed principal in her school and it is all new to her. We talked for 1 hour and I mostly listened but she thanked me profusely as sometimes it helps to talk to someone not involved to see a clear path through.0
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The only person I have complimented has been my hubby and a friend online. I don't go out much.
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Tomato and cucumber salad but I added a can of chick peas.0 -
I tried the homemade goldfish crackers. They were okay... they kinda reminded me of crispy biscuits but we had fun making them. The kids love any chance they get to use cookie cutters:bigsmile:0
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http://www.statesmanjournal.com/article/20131031/NEWS/310310040/Peach-Tree-Grill-wraps-things-up-free-lunch-homeless
When my work went out of business they were left with a bunch of food that need to be used. The owners decided to donate anything unopened to the homeless shelter. The rest our chef's cooked up into hot meals. Lacey (then my boss now friend for life) called all the servers and we went to the local "homeless" park and fed about 200 people. OMG you guys... they were so grateful!!! I couldn't help but smile the whole time I was there. It felt so good to be making someone else's day like that. I can't even begin to tell you how many people asked god to bless me and my friends. Some even said they said they hadn't ever been treated so well in there whole lives! I think a few of us decided we need to make this an annual thing. I mean obviously we won't have access to the same amount of food but I sure we can provide a nice spaghetti dinner or something of that sort. They were just so happy to have a hot home cooked meal. I REALLY ENCOURAGE ANYONE WHO HASN'T ALREADY.... GO FEED THE HOMELESS!!!
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