Obsessed

My husbands cooking. Yummmmmm

Yep. Addicted. Obsessed. I trick my kids into leaving the room so I can play

I love sparkle. Glitter is my fav. These shoes are my new love

My kids. They come up with some great games

Paleo mayonnaise and Salsa Verde. Both made by my hubby

 

Totally obsessed. Can't wait until my body  (and wallet) let me go 6 days a week

ok.....maybe not obsessed with burpees

Day 19, you betcha!

I made it! no cheat days! Today is my last day in the frozen tu.dra of Minnesota. Day 1 was -11 degress. I don't care who you are, that's cold. I walked outside and my nose hairs froze. It was rough and cold and freezing

I made a few grocery trips to get meat, veggies, seltzer water, etc. I stayed away from all the temptations. There was candy, chips and dip, beer, wine, candy, and more candy. I didn't cheat once. I was frustrated at first, being the only one really watching what I eat....but everyone was very supportive and no one was weird or judgey- gotta love family!

I went to super Target and got a present for the boys, a Vickings jersey for my sisters baby, and a bathing suit. yep, a bathing suit. It was $5! Bright green with white Polk dots. Cute!!!!

My Grandmas funeral was beautiful. The sun was shining, lots of people showed up, and everyone got through their readings. We sat around after and talked about our favorite Grandma memories, that was my favorite part.

Last night we ordered Greek food. Lots if gyros. I ate the meat, lettuce, onions, and tomatoes. No sauce, no pita. It was delicious. I got double meat cause my sister didn't like it. Score!!

Skinny jeans weren't enough? Now there's toothpick?

grandma's funeral

making clean meals all by myself

Baby, it's cold outside. Like -11 degrees!

The flight from Dulles to Minneapolis was a breeze. My brother and I talked, read magazines, and starred at the ladies nails across the aisle. They were at least 4 inches long! Eek!!


I ate lunch before the flight and hoped to find a clean snack for the trip at the airport. Nope. Nothing. The little market had magazines (my love), candy, soda, and more candy. 18days ago I would have bought gummy bears, fritos, and trail mix...just to add something healthy. Oh, what I know now.....
On the plane I got super excited when I read they serve La Croix, that stuff rocks. I ordered it and they were out. Boo. I got water and order a snack pack. The only thing in it I could eat was almonds, but I was starving!


We landed 20 minutes early to -7 degree weather and headed to ky aunts. There I was welcomed with cucumbers and hard boiled eggs. I inhaled them- more of a reverse sneeze. Gone. I side stepped cheese dip, fritos, crackers, egg rolls, and chocolate cake. I had veggies and a chicken breast. Felt pretty great.


I went to the store and got eggs, cucumber, guac, ham, and La Croix...did I mention I love them?
I just dis my WOD for the day with a good pre stretch and warm up. Feels good to sweat in this frozen tundra.

My airplace snack pack - only ate the almonds

At home WOD

Ice on my window. brrrr

Favorite drink and a good read

Day 16 and made it to my first reward!

I did it! My first reward for staying on the Paleo Challenge. So far I'm down 7 pounds! Reward? I went thrifting - which is my favorite. I scored a blue puffer vest, a peach sweater, and a ombre-ish cardigan. Pretty excited!

Sam and I also made it through three family/friend gatherings without cheating. Well, I did split a wheat thin with him to taste the tabasco flavor - lame, I know. I've learned not to care though. We went to a friends house with a bunch of people for dinner and hanging out. They ordered pizza, we stopped at Red Robin on the way and ordered a burger with an egg, guac, and bacon wrapped in lettuce. We ate it in the car - I'm pretty sure they make tv movies about that. But, we got to the party feeling full and not tempted by cheese and crackers, beer, wine, and pizza. We did have some wings - they were baked and delish!

The next gathering was at my in-laws. My mother in law asked all the right questions and made sure there were things for us to eat. So sweet. Sam made ribs - first time without sugar in the rub. My mother in law made coleslaw with just lime juice and salt and roasted veggies. She had mac n cheese for others, but we had lots of choices so it wasn't even tempting. Sam also made a Paleo BBQ sauce - I LOVED it. We went to Moms organice market and picked up some Caveman BBQ sauce - but it just wasn't as good as Sam's.
The final test? We had two friends over for left overs - ribs, slaw, veggies. They are both fairly Paleo so the dinner party wasn't tough.I'm not going to lie - I cannot WAIT for a glass of wine, a beer, some champagne! When this challenge is over they will taste SO good.

So we've made it 16 days without sugar (just from a few fruits here and there). I have discovered some Lara bars are Paleo - I am dying to try all their Paleo flavors (chocolate coconut chew - I can't ever find you!) I'm in love with the cherry pie, banana bread, apple pie, and carrot cake - but I'm not doing fruit much at all because I have a good amount of fat to loose. My kids like them, which is great because there is no addee sugar and no weird chemicals.

 you will be mine

I'm headed to Minnesota today for my Grandma's funeral. My plan is to stay on plan. It's not too hard now, I'm past the worst part - I hope. I am planning on doing traveling WODs while I'm there so I don't feel too gross from traveling and sitting around so much.

Flank steak with Brocolini

Pork loin with avocado and salsa verde

My new puffer jacket

Not too shabby

Plans to travel and keep it clean...eek!

My Grandmother passed away last night in Minnesota. She was very old and had been downhill for a while. It was expected, although still sad. My mom is flying me up on Monday (tickets are stupid expensive!) and I'll come home Thursday. I'm excited to see family, kinda excited to see some real snow, not excited to pack.

Oh, and eat. That will probably happen while I'm there. I'll be away from my comfort zone for the first time since being on the Paleo Challenge. I'm almost to day 15 without any cheat days (day one was a slight cheat for Sammy's bday dinner). I know I can eat clean anywhere. I just have to own it. The worst is when peer pressure pushes you over the edge and you cave - 5 bags of chips and a bottle of wine later I'm rocking in the corner feeling sorry for myself.

Thankfully because of Facebook and my blog, most of my family knows I'm eating clean, I'm doing a challenge, or I'm just plain crazy. That will help. No cheesy comfort food for me....that will be tough in Minnesota. Have you ever had cheese curds? I have. They are what dreams are made of. A Juicy Lucy? That cheese filled burger is uh-mazing. I can resist though. I can eat meat, veggies, limited fruit, and tons of water. I always forget to drink enough when I travel....must remember that one. I've already decided I can do a at home WOD on Monday before I leave. I will be prepared to do a few WODs while I'm up there too. What else can you do in Minnesota in the winter time?

I need celebrity gossip when I fly. That's a hard and true fact. I will bring my kindle, but that's just for show. Gossip is what I need. Any ideas for clean snacks that I can bring in my carry on bag? I do not want to undo two weeks of great work and detoxing in three days. If anyone can fall off the food wagon, it's me. I do not want to have to prove it to you.......let's just say my normal travel companions (swedish fish and reese's pieces) are not invited.

Clean Ice Cream

That's right. Clean. I got the recipe from somewhere - can't find the original anywhere! I hate that! But, this guy (Paleo Drummer) has the basic recipe that I used.

I used coconut milk (whole fat), frozen blueberries (NOTHING added), shredded UN sweetened coconut (I think I will leave this out next time), and some lime juice.

It was SO good! It really hit the spot and if you are feeling like you NEED something cold and slightly sweet then this is perfect. I used a glass dish, poured in the coconut milk, sprinkled in some blueberries and shredded coconut, and squirted in some lime juice. The recipe called for sea salt on top - but I didn't have that. This all went into the freezer and I stirred it up every 30 minutes until it was the consistency I wanted.

I really liked it - the shredded coconut gave it a gritty consistency, which was ok, but I think I'll leave that out next time. The blueberries were yummy and I think next time I'll use mangos. I do love a mango. I will not be eating this everyday - it's a sometimes treat. I'm trying to cut fat on this Paleo Challenge which means really limiting my fruit intake and being smart when I do it. The best time? After a tough workout. Your body needs some sugar replacement and your muscles can efficiently use it. That's me "efficient" and getting shit done!

The boys actually fighting over tastes

Put in a freezer friendly bowl for snacking later

Two thumbs up approval

Getting shit done for the week

It's all about the rewards.....

60 days is a long time to do something, especially something difficult - temptations EVERYWHERE!! I've decided I'm going to reward myself along the way....just a fun way to keep my eye on the prize - the Paleo prize.

Day 15: Trip to my favorite thrift store


Day 30: Pedicure. Easy but so nice.....

Day 45:  These Kate Spade Earrings are uh-mazing!


Day 60: Crossfit outfit (most came from www.amrapstyle.com). Here's a few (ok, a lot) I really like:





I could go on and on......loving all these fun outfits!