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Memorial Day Weekend: Ice Cream Treat

I saw this idea for a sugar free, dairy free ice cream option on Instagram not too long ago and had to try it out!! It's super easy! And tastes amazing! Ice "Cream" Recipe: -1 can of coconut cream (I find it from Trader Joes) -Fruit of choice (frozen) -Splash of almond or cashew milk I made mine with frozen bananas; however, I think that pineapple or peaches would be amazing!!  You can taste the coconut flavor so mix fruits who's flavor will combine well with coconut.  First, place coconut cream in blender with fresh fruit. Blend until you have a smooth mixture. Then place into ice cream maker.  I wish I could tell you more steps, but it's that easy!  A couple steps and you're done! To make your own variations, you can always add pure extracts and/ or spices (like cinnamon) too.  Have fun with it and get the kids involved!  If they make it, they will be more apted to try it.  Happy Memorial Day Weekend! And a HUGE thank you to everyone who has sacrificed to pr

Countdown to Competition:: Week 1 Results

I met my goal; my first goal that is!  To complete one week of the Countdown to Ckmpetition plan of the 21 Day Fix Extreme. So here's the verdict:: -3.8lbs and 5 1/4 inches!!  I am beyond excited about that. Two and a half inches off my thighs alone and those measurements haven't budged in over nine months! I have chosen to keep going. I feel great and the results are really motivating me. I feels muscles growing and definition peaking through little by little. I know that I won't be "ripped" in a week; and I'm not sure that "ripped" is what I want but I'll just keep going until I get there.  Some of the positives of this type of eating plan is that the "normal" day that incorporates fruits and carbs breaks up the restrictiveness of it. I can focus on just two days of meat and veggies (with a carb in the morning) and then feel relaxed on the third day.  I've been able to eat out with friends too. We went to Dave and Busters on Satur