Romantic Tuesdays: Sexy Love Notes

Plant a sexy love note or two in a book your love is reading. 

Mindful Monday: Living Congruently

Living Congruently means what we think matches what we say and do.  Congruency gives us the freedom to be who we are in every moment. Today take an inventory and make sure your insides match your outward actions and words.

Serenity Sunday: From where do you love?

A man is not where he lives, but where he loves ~ Cherokee proverb

Foodie Friday: Penne w/Vodka Sauce & Capicola

 

As I'm sitting here eating my veggie lasagna, I realized that it's been awhile since I've posted any type of italian dish. So here is an interesting dish that is only 311 calories and 3 g fat, with a high fiber and protein content. Enjoy!!! Find this and other great recipes on www.eatingwell.com

 

6 servings

Active Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

NUTRITION PROFILE

Low calorie | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Low sodium | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | High fiber |

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INGREDIENTS

• 12 ounces whole-wheat penne


• 1 2-ounce piece capicola, or pancetta, finely diced (see Tip)


• 1 small onion, chopped


• 3 cloves garlic, chopped


• 1/2 cup vodka


• 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes


• 1/4 cup half-and-half


• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce


• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper


• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil


• Freshly ground pepper, to taste

PREPARATION

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook penne until just tender, 12 minutes or according to package directions.


2. Meanwhile, cook capicola (or pancetta) in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp, about 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel.


3. Return the saucepan to medium-low heat; add onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 1 minute. Increase heat to high; add vodka and bring to a boil. Boil until reduced by about half, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, half-and-half, Worcestershire sauce and crushed red pepper to taste; reduce to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes.


4. Drain the pasta; serve topped with the sauce and sprinkled with the capicola (or pancetta), basil and pepper.

TIPS & NOTES

• Tip: Capicola and pancetta can be found in the deli section of most large supermarkets. Buy one thick piece for this recipe.

NUTRITION

Per serving: 311 calories; 3 g fat ( 1 g sat , 1 g mono ); 9 mg cholesterol; 47 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 11 g protein; 5 g fiber; 264 mg sodium; 517 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (25% daily value), Iron, Magnesium & Vitamin A (20% dv).

Carbohydrate Servings: 3

Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 vegetable

Gratitiude Thursday: What are you most grateful for?

I am grateful for a prosperity mentality.

Wellness Wednesday: Make a Dance Tape

Make a CD of upbeat music with a fast rhythm  that you can use to dance to & then take 30 minutes a day to "dance your ass off". 

Romantic Tuesday: Honey do Love list...

Give your love a 'Honey Do List' of things they want to do.

Mind Over Matter Monday: Water & Words

Water and words... Easy to pour impossible to recover.~chinese proverb

Serenity Sunday: Live Life in the Present

"Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards"

Thankful Thursdays: Share your Gratitudes with the World

I am grateful for the many failures that have led me to success.

Weigh in Wednesdays: Count Your Steps

Purchase a pedometer and count your steps! Make a game out of it and include your friends, family, and colleagues!  Shoot for 10,000 steps a day. 

Romantic Tuesday: Surprise with Kisses

Surprise your love with a kiss before they can finish a sentence.

Mental Health Monday: Quieting your soul

If your soul is telling you to be quiet, let your mouth follow......

Foodie Friday: Gluten Free Spiced Pumpkin Cupcakes

My sweet tooth is officially out with this yummy recipe post by none other than Trish Cardone!  She is always spoiling me posting these yummy bits!

Enjoy!

Spiced Pumpkin Cupcakes

These cupcakes don’t have quite the perfect rise to them because I add so much pumpkin in them. I choose to keep the amount of pumpkin puree because it keeps the cupcakes so moist and flavorful. Besides, if you are frosting these, the low rise doesn’t even show. Come back on Monday for my new recipe of chocolate buttercream! Decadent Ganache also works. 


Yield: 15 cupcakes
The night before mix up the following:

2 cups of your choice of whole grain gluten free flour (preferably freshly ground ), such as millet, brown rice, amaranth, or combination blends. I have used both millet and 1/3 amaranth and 2/3 millet.

1 tablespoon chia seeds, ground if desired

3/4 cup of warm water

1 tablespoon raw apple cider vinegar (you can substitute well fermented kombucha, water kefir, whey, coconut kefir)

Leave covered in a warm place for 12-24 hours. Preheat the oven to 375F and line a muffin pan with baking cups. Then add the following to the bowl.

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1 cup of pumpkin puree

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon cloves 
or allspice

1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg

1/3 cup of coconut oil, melted gently

½ to 1 cup of whole cane sugar, coconut/palm sugar, or maple sugar

Whisk to combine and then fill muffin pans 3/4 full. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when poked in the middle of the muffin. Let sit in muffin pans for 5 minutes, and then gently remove to cooling rack to completely cool.

Once cool, frost and sprinkle with Let’s Do Organic Sprinkelz , if desired.

Thankful Thursday: What Are You Grateful For?

I am thankful for those people who are always reminding me of who I am

Weigh In Wednesday: Disguise your Exercise

Try playing a sport for exercise. Not only will it help you lose weight but you will meet new people. 

Romantic Tuesday: Nature Walk

Plan a nature walk together. This is a great time to feel the sun, breath some fresh air and enjoy being together.

Mental Health Monday: Just Be

Sometimes the best action is no action

Sunday Serenity: Send Love to the Anger or Fear

If you are feeling anger or fear, send love first to yourself, then to the person, place or situation for which you are experiencing those feelings.

Thankful Thursdays: Express Your Gratitude to the World Today

I am grateful for my community, who empowers me & gives me being.

Wellness Wednesday: Detox Your Mind, Detox Your Body

Consider doing a 14 day full organ cleanse: Renew Life Cleanse Smart is a great one to do.  Cleansing eliminates toxins from the blood, tissues, and organs leaving you feeling more energized and clear in mind. During your physical cleanse, take time to meditate and give gratitude.  You may even include some light yoga or breathing exercises. This is a way of detoxing your mind  and spirit of unproductive thoughts & feelings.

In Just 9 Months, Georgia Goes from 10th to 6th in Female Homicides from Domestic Violence

Today, I was sent the following email from the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence:

 

"Two weeks ago, Georgia was found to have the sixth-highest homicide rate in the nation for women killed by men, according to a study released by the Violence Policy Center. As we once again mark October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are reminded of how far we've come and how much work remains to be done. Today, our call for an end to abuse, for a commitment to prevention, and in support of local programs is echoed by the President of the United States. It is our pleasure to forward the proclamation, recently released from President Obama in support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each October, we remember the many lives that were cut short by domestic violence during the past year. We applaud the advocates in domestic violence programs and our allies throughout Georgia who with tireless compassion and dedication help create opportunities for the safety, liberty and dignity of survivors everywhere." -----

 

The statistics for the state of Georgia are appalling, but the GCADV is working to stop violence and protect victims.  Inside of this we hope to see you at the upcoming Domestic Violence Awareness Month Events throughout the month including Removing the Mask Domestic Violence Awareness Masquerade. To see a listing of these events, please visit our website at http://gcadv.org/2011-domestic-violence-awareness-month-events/

 

To Learn more about the Removing the Mask Domesic Violence Awareness Masqueraqde & Silent Auction visit www.removingthemask.org

 

In Peace,

Dr. Maiysha 

Board Member for the

Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Romantic Tuesdays: Love Coupons

Share an evening together making your own love coupons, then have fun redeeming them.

Romantic Tuesday: Get Corny

Use sidewalk chalk to express your love. 

Mental Health Monday: Watch Your Mouth

If you are not careful with your mouth, you might hang yourself with your own tongue! ~ Proverb Dr. Life

Serenity Sunday: Let Life be an opportunity for Learning

Life is a learning experience.... and opportunity.