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Delicious and Nutritious

I saw this on pinterest and had to try it. I have done the whole frozen banana thing before but this sparked my interest because it replaces those decadent ice cream bars we all know and love.

What you Need:

~ one banana

~ finely chopped almonds

~ sugar free chocolate pudding

~ a popsicle stick of some sort

Cut banana in half and place on stick. Wrap in saran wrap and freeze.

Chop nuts. Dip frozen bananas in pudding and cover in nuts by rolling and/or dusting on top with a spoon.

Wrap in saran wrap once more and freeze for 10 more minutes. These are amazing and don't break the calorie bank without sacrificing on taste!

xx Kelly

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Lusting for Louboutin

So it isn't quite in the funds for me to be running about purchasing a casual pair or two of LB's but a girl can dream right?

Size 7 pretty please!

Every girl needs a feminine gold strappy sandal.

DROOL...

I think I would kill for these!?

I am obsessed with nude pumps.... can you tell? Instant leg lengthener! 

I may not be in the market for these but I will be sure to find my own "steal" versions this spring!

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Running Towards my Goals

I LOVE motivational quotes and these ones inspired me this week. What motivates you? BTW, for those of you following the Hayden teething Saga, thank you for all your kind words and support. He seems to have turned a corner with his teething and his temperament and appetite are back to normal. My hubby and I couldn't be more relieved!

A quick shot before taking Hayden for a 6 km in the jogger stroller

My jogging stroller I found on Craigslist for $80!

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It's a Wrap

When I am hungry. with a desire to keep it healthy, I love wraps! You can literally fill them with as many veggies that you can fit and get a great meal that doesn't require meat or even much carbs. This veggie wrap took no time to throw together and kept me satisfied. 

~  1 medium whole wheat tortilla
~ sliced cheddar
~ 2 Sauteed mushrooms
~  Sliced cucumber
~ Spinach leaves
~ Tomatoes sliced
~ Bean sprouts
~ Cilantro {optional}
~ A small smear of light mayonnaise {optional}

What do you like in your wrap?



xx Kelly

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A Kelly to Look Up To

Whoa! Kelly Ripa has 3 kids and is basically the supermom that I aspire to be, check out those abs!

We share the same name so we are basically twins right? I realize celebrities like Kelly have a lot of help, but when it comes to being fit and healthy, that is a choice followed by an action each person must do themselves. I absolutely love her wit and humour, paired with a hottie hubby, 3 beautiful children, great fashion sense and a gig like no other, it's no surprise she is someone I look up to. I know what some of you are thinking....don't wish for someone else's life. Don't worry, that is not the case, I take inspiration from people like Kelly to apply in my own life to make it better than it already is. "if she can do it, I can do it"! 

Thanks for the inspiration Kelly!

xx Kelly

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Last Minute Surprise...

After a cool and overcast day the clouds decide to lift just in time for the sun to shine brightly before it sets behind the mountains. This makes my sunday evening a little better.

Looking out my living room window down our street in our perfect little neighbourhood that we love!

It has been an exhausting week. Hayden is teething and I had to travel to Vancouver twice last week, once for work and once for pleasure. {The pleasure didn't end up happening as we had Hayden so it was more of a living nightmare:)}I have been doing good when it comes to diet and exercise and keeping a clean house but I had a mini breakdown today, while Hayden was throwing a tantrum in front of all my friends and their well behaved children, I had a meltdown. I like to have control over things in my life. I strive for this perfect image which I know in reality will never be but it's worth a shot right? Today I came to realize there are going to be many things involving my son that aren't in my control nor are they near perfect. Dammit! 

Oh well, I will survive the terrible two's...and three's and so on. I took Hayden for a run in the jogger stroller this afternoon and that helped me clear my head. It made me realize that I want to include more of my thoughts, observations and life's moments in this little blog of mine. I am really looking forward to a new week. A full week at work and lots of time spent with my boys is just what I need to feel complete and whole.

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Strawberry Shortcake with a Twist

This is how I enjoy a guilt free dessert. The following yields one serving so double for two and so on. 

~ 3/4 cup of greek yogurt

~ 2 strawberries, quartered

~ 1/2 crushed graham cracker

It has a taste similar to strawberry shortcake without all the added calories. This dish I made has approximately 190 calories and that is a dessert I can feel good about eating! This a great breakfast when you replace the crackers with oats or a snack when you replace crackers with nuts. Plus greek yogurt is high in protein so its great post workout too!

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The Terrible, Teething Two's

***Warning*** This is a venting Mom post, readers beware!

Hayden has been breaking his two year molars and for almost a week now he has been completley miserable. He whines and cries all day, he won't eat or drink, he won't play with other kids or us....I can't even look at him without him freaking out! The doctor was no help after an hour and a half wait. He had a fever and threw up last weekend and Easter was a total bust as he protested dinner and the hunt I organized. To add to that he started a new daycare/pre-school and we got called to pick him up after 2 hours the first day as he wouldn't stop crying. I don't think they like the new kid!

Help me fellow Mommys!!!! Where is my happy child? How long will the madness last? I am beginning to  be concerned about his health and well being and I need to know I am not alone. Needless to say his teeth are sucking the life and sanity out of my husband and I.

When will my baby be back to normal?

xx Kelly Pin It

Black and White

Blouse ~ Urban Planet

Skirt ~ Forever 21

Shoes ~ Nine West

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