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what are you eating? 5/1-5/7
our week includes: parmesan crusted chicken salmon en croute with spinach and garlic in a tarragon hollandaise sauce saucy beans and eggplant brats with sauerkraut prosciutto, fontina, and fig panini leftovers eating out stop by and see the full menu at…
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pesticides
Produce with the highest concentration of pesticides: 1. Celery 2. Peaches 3. Strawberries 4. Apples 5. Blueberries 6. Nectarines 7. Bell Peppers 8. Spinach 9. Cherries 10. Kale/Collard Greens 11. Potatoes 12. Grapes (imported) Produce lowest in pesticides: 1. Onions 2. Avocado 3. Sweet Corn 4. Pineapple 5. Mango 6. Sweet…
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appearance of hives (for seemingly no reason) - experiences?
let me preface this by saying i have a doctor's appointment for wednesday afternoon (that is the soonest my doc could get me in) and that this is not an emergency so i will not be going to urgent care or the emergency room. :) on wednesday, two hive appeared on my left hand, one on my palm and one under my wedding ring.…
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have you heard of 5 - 2 - 1 - 0?
students are being taught 5 - 2 - 1 - 0 in colorado schools to combat obesity. 5 veggies a day 2 hours of screen time (includes tv, computer and video games) 1 hour of active play outside 0 sugary drinks/soda have you heard of it? what do you think of this program? do you think it will be effective?
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gourmet pesto havarti blt
mix pesto into mayo (1 to 2 ratio). spread on toast. add a slice of havarti cheese to one slice and prepare the rest of the blt as normal. enjoy!
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ruby tuesday's
i have never eaten there before and want some recommendations. what is your favorite entree? i don't want the lowest calorie item or the 'smartest' option (although if that is your favorite, that is fine), i want to know what TASTES good. :) thanks!
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new year's resolutions: lose 5-15 pounds by easter
who wants to join me for weekly check-ins on wednesday? your goal must be to lose 5-15 pounds by easter, starting 2/23 and ending 4/20 (a duration of 9 weeks). i will not be putting together a group chart so each person will be responsible for keeping track of their own weightloss. to report your weightloss each week,…
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what to do with leftover hard-boiled eggs?
here are 6 ideas: Deviled Eggs Pickled Eggs Chef Salad Egg Salad Sandwiches Almost Eggs Benedict on Toast Openfaced Egg and Tomato Pizza add your ideas!
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what to do with leftover ham?
here's 13 ideas: Crockpot Chicken Cordon Bleu Scalloped Potatoes and Ham Ham and Garden Veggie Shells Cheesy Ham, Peas and Pasta Bake Ham Primavera Ham and Asparagus Lasagna Ham and Pineapple Pizza Ham, Mushroom and Broccoli Quiche Ham and Zucchini Omelets Breakfast Casserole with Ham Ham and Bean Soup Cheesy Ham and…
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eating well, spending less
i've been watching my grocery bill increase over the last couple of months, and predictions indicate that produce prices are going to go up even more (rising cost of transportation, etc). let's start a thread for tips on how to keep the cost of groceries low while still eating well (and healthy). :) who wants to share some…
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seth smith (#7 of the colorado rockies), i love you
no really, i really do. <3 you rock my socks. :) ...who's your favorite player?
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post-surgery question? when to start sit-ups and push-ups a
i had abdominal/female surgery on april 4. i am mostly feeling good and walking about a mile daily. i am going to increase that to 1.5 miles this weekend. when talking to my doctor about working out/strength training, he said 'whenever i feel up to it.' what the heck does that mean? i want to get back into my old routine…
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what's your favorite holiday and why?
hubby's is easter. he loves it for the religious implications. mine is thanksgiving. any excuse to help people be grateful is good in my book. :) the kids' is the fourth of july (ha! you thought i was going to say christmas, didn't you?). they love the history behind the birth of america as a nation. you?
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free tree at lowe's for earth day
we got one today. anyone else get one?
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tools for garden planning
Planting instructions: Cauliflower, (1) * Start seedlings indoors ¼ to 1/2″ deep five to six weeks before last spring frost. * Transplant into garden after frost. * Spacing: one plant per sq. ft. * Days to harvest: 50 to 80 days from transplant. Somewhat frost-hardy. * Hints: Don't disturb roots when transplanting; keep…
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can i get some help calculating quick calories for my lunch?
i went out with a friend for lunch and we had a great time! we went to a trendy area filled with restaurants and decided to try out four of them. :) one for appetizers, one for salad, one for the main meal and one for dessert. we split everything right down the middle. the appetizers was at a asain-mexican-fusion place. we…
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no kid hungry by 2015 - what you can do
did you know more than 17 million american kids lack reliable access to the food they need? now here's another reason to feel invigorated by spring cleanup. 'clean out for kids' is a new way to fight childhood hunger in america. this program invites you to clean out your rooms, host a yard sale, and send the money you…
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playing with knives
what brand knives do you own? are you satisfied with them (rate them on a scale of 1-10)? what do you wish you owned?
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canning: sweet cherries
just gave away my last jar. :( now i have to wait until they are in season to can some more. so good over ice cream! mmmmm! * 2 pounds sweet cherries (Rainier, Bing, or other SWEET variety - sour is great for pie but not for this) * 4 cups water * 1 1/2 cups * almond extract (optional) 1. Wash and pit your cherries. You…
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do you have 18 minutes? have you met robyn o'brien?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rixyrCNVVGA she says 'and' alot but it's worth listening to if you have the time. :)
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canning: nectarine raspberry freezer jam
* 3 nectarines, pitted and chopped * 2 cups raspberries * 1 tablespoon lemon juice * 4 cups sugar * 3/4 cup water * 1 (1-3/4oz) package powdered fruit pectin 1. Puree nectarines and raspberries. Strain through a sieve to remove seeds. 2. Add sugar and let sit 10 minutes. 3. Stir water and pectin together in a small…
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house names
do you have a cutesy name for your house? examples: sea la vie, casa violet, cliff cottage, dark dwelling, the french villa, lakeside lark, the long ranch
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how many windows do you have open on your computer?
i have 3 internet windows open, one with 5 tabs, one with 9 tabs and one with 13 tabs. i have three document windows open and one adobe reader window open. i have one pictures window open. i have one music window open. it drives my hubby crazy! anybody out there like me? what do you have open?
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favorite book about running
i have a $25 gift card to barnes and noble. what should i get? :)
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mistakes we (hopefully) won't make again
i have learned a lot about myself in the 525 days that i have been here. one thing i have learned is to not sweat the small things (going over calories) - that one mistaken food does not have to equal a whole meal of bad choices, or one meal does not have to equal a day of eating whatever, or one day of massive binging…
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suggestions for toning exercises after surgery?
i am having abdominal surgery (female-parts-related) on april 4. the recovery period is 4 weeks and i can't lift more than 15 pounds during that time. i am still planning on running 3 days a week (fingers crossed) since i am training for a half-marathon in june. does anyone have any suggestions on arm, back and stomach…
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ideas for some quick, easy freezer meals?
i am having abdominal surgery on april 4th and i would like to freeze a few meals beforehand. any suggestions?
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is anyone else thinking that even at goal weight, they still
is anyone else thinking that even at goal weight, they still won't look good naked? i'm pretty sure i'll never get to wear a bikini to the pool. not that i necessarily want to, but it'd be nice to have the option. lol. even though i am currently a size four in jeans, i have extra skin (i had it even 30 pounds heavier…
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strength training with no strength
i will be on a 10-15 pound weight restriction for 4 weeks. what are some strengthening exercises i can still do? thanks!
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meal planning monday 3/28
do you blog your menu and/or recipes? if so, add your link for this week's menu below. :)
