Today I took advantage of clearance sales at Target! Yeah me! 50% off! So I picked up a new table, chairs, and bench. Now that is Saving Green!

This spring-like weather has inspired me to do a little spring cleaning. I usually mop my oak floors three or four times a year (and spot clean in-between). The guy that installed the floor told me to only do it 2 times or less a year but I can't get by on that. Sweeping only gets you so far.... I am glad to only do it 4 times a year because it is such a huge job. Moving all the furniture and rugs, sweeping, and mopping takes over half of my day. (three rooms, entry and hallway) But, it looks and smells so nice for a day at least!

I have been experimenting with the recipes from the Biggest Loser Family Cookbook and came up with my own variation of a healthy version of a taco/nacho meal. It is kind of fondue style since you just put the pan in the middle of the table and give everyone a spoon to serve the mixture into their 'scoops' tortilla chips. My family loved it and it was so fun! The pictured mixture is missing the black beans, only because I didn't have any on hand but they are a must because they add so many vital nutrients!

It's a new year! Time to clean out old files and get that work area into tip top shape. So, yesterday and the day before I spent the afternoon cleaning out ALL of our files through-out the house. Here is the photo of my clean desk! (please disregard all of the unsightly cords)

Biggest Fat Loser

We are big fans of the Biggest Loser show. We decided to take a step towards healthier eating so we are using some of the tips from the show and cookbook. There are 5 things to remember when trying to lose weight according to The Biggest Loser Complete Calorie Counter:
1. Eat breakfast
2. Eat fruit and/or vegetables with each meal
3. Have protein with each meal
4. Be physically active
5. Plan meals, snacks, and exercise
Also, eat 5 times a day, breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, and dinner. (smaller meals but more of them)

If you want to lose weight you can use this formula to calculate how many calories you should eat. (Your present weight x 7 = Your daily calorie needs for weight loss)