We’ve started a “Summer Slim Down/Fitness Challenge” here at work and I decided to participate. Like many others, weight and fitness are a constant struggle for me and while I find that I do a great job at avoiding fast food and casual dining chain restaurants, I’ve really struggled with portion control and overall cleaner eating on a daily basis.
With the help and advice of a colleague who’s transformed her life through healthy habits, I decided to join the “competition” with plans to make long-term changes of my own. I started this week, at her suggestion, with a two-day cleanse from Arden’s Gardens. Two whole days without eating – could I survive? Continue reading
Peanut butter pie has always been a favorite – we had it often when I was growing up. Creamy, smooth, and peanut-buttery goodness surrounded by a light and flaky crust – what’s not to love? In this particular case, the bf and I wanted to have something sweet for Oscar Night 2013 and this no-bake dessert fit the bill perfectly. 
This is the ONLY pie crust recipe you will ever need. Period. I’ve used it for fruit pies, cream pies, tarts and quiches – it works perfectly with sweet, creamy, or savory flavors. Best of all – it’s easy to make and you can do it with ingredients you already have in your pantry. 
My beautiful jewelry armoir – stuffed to the brim with old necklaces, bracelets, extra watchbands and links, small jewelry boxes saved for gifting but still unused…basically a catch-all space for anything in this category.
