Mommy attacks bucket list training for marathon

February 23, 2014 I will begin to cross items off my bucketlist! I am registered for the Hyannis Full Marathon which is 26.2 miles around the town of Hyannis in Cape Cod, MA. I was registered one other time for this race, before marriage, two kids and a doctorate degree. I was having severe issues with my feet (that can be a blog all by itself) and wasn’t able to run for a long time. I am healthier than ever thanks to Nutritional Cleansing and am eager to conquer this challenging task. I began my training this week. I started it off with a very “Happy” race called the color run in Providence, RI. I ran this very colorful 5K race with family and friends. I’ve never seen people more happy to run a race before.    This was my friend Kevin’s first race ever so it was excellent to be part of this exciting event. Two days later I ran 6 mile around Falmouth, MA. I felt tired after a long day of getting kids off to daycare and running IEP meetings all day but I did it running about 9.5 minute miles. This use to be a good pace for me back in the day. However, since getting into shape and getting control of my nutrition this is now a slower pace for me. I’m not worried; I’m excited to improve and move forward. 17.5 weeks to go!

Grateful for Family...my lifestyle after my husbands heart attack

1 year ago on Sunday marks a time when my family's life was turned upside down for a bit! That morning I watched my husband pace in the kitchen in pain. Thanks to the support of my brothers and sister in law my husband went to the hospital and was eventually treated properly for a heart attack. He was rushed to Tufts in Boston where my brother and I slept on the hospital floor (I was 7 months pregnant!) while my husband received the care he needed. Two stents were placed in a Major artery that was 100% blocked. 

Doctors kept referring his condition as the "widow maker"! Just what a preggo mother loves to hear! This was completely unexpected, but I do believe it happened for a reason. Since then we have changed our eating habits completely and we are all feeling great! It is sad that an event like this has to happen in order for you to change your lifestyle! Better late than never though! Feeling lucky for my family, the fact that my brothers live close and are doctors, and the current medical care we have in place.

Been thinking about my bucket list and decided it is time to get working on it! The first item is a Marathon! I am beyond excited that two of my favorite people will be running with me. We will be running the Cape Cod Marathon in February..dead of the winter..Awesome! Bring it! What’s on your bucket list?

Low fat cream of broccoli soup

Check out this amazing and low fat cream of broccoli soup! It is great for the fall and winter months! I add alot of black pepper and garlic and even crushed red pepper sometimes!

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A mild yellow curry chicken dish

Yellow Curry Chicken

Ingredients:  (no specific Order)

     1.     Tomatoes

     2.       Cilantro

     3.       Lime

     4.       Basal

     5.       Grilled Chicken cut up into small pieces

     6.       Yellow Curry Sauce

     7.       Rice

A Google + tutorial for Moms

Learn some cool things about Google + in this extensive tutorial I created.

Helping others live healthy...

I’ve had many jobs..to name a few..Babysitting, Nanny, Bagel Shop worker, Lifeguard/swim instructor, computer tech, general education teacher, candy striper, special education teacher, wellness coach, school administrator..and well MOM! Many of these jobs have been challenging in different ways. My most favorite job is being a Mom. Although this job takes an intense amount of patience, consistency and stregnth. And my kids are amazing..They really are amazing. They’ve always slept through night. They take 2-3 hour naps everyday on cue. They are easier than any other child I’ve ever cared for.  But each day has its challenges. I have an almost 2.5 year old and she tests her limits everyday all day. However, it is my job as her Mother to provide consistent structure throughout the day. If I set up a limit I have to follow through no matter what. Parents shape behavior 24/7 from the moment their child is born.  Every move you make, or don’t make shapes behavior. I try to be consistent when setting limits.  A big part of setting limits is warning my daughter about what is to come. Reminding her about transitions and letting her know what to expect. If I don’t follow through, she turns around and tries it again because she has learned that she can get away with it. No matter how big or small a behavior I must be consistent and follow through. Every child needs structure. My daughter will throw a fit at times but my response to that fit is crucial. Stay calm, remain in control and continue with the limit.  Parenting isn’t easy and there aren’t really any classes teaching you how to be a perfect parent. We all make mistakes. But if there is one thing you can do to be successful and have your children  be successful is to shape their behavior by being consistent and providing them with structure. They learn from you every minute of the day, even while they are sleeping!

Welcome Healthy Living

I want to welcome another friend from highschool who has made the decision to take her nutritional to the next level! She is motivated and determined to make this positive change not only herself but her family! You are going to do great!!!