Walking Tall

I walked to work today.  It's not that far, about 3kms.  But I didn't sleep well as my back has been giving me grief (seeing the Chiropractor tonight - yay!) so I was sluggish this morning.  Since Ross is picking me up to go to the Chiropractor, I had to walk.

I headed off, running a bit late, kinda clomping down the street, feeling sorry for myself for no particular reason other than I didn't feel like walking.  After about 200 metres I realised this was going to be a looooong walk if I didn't do something about it.

So I threw my shoulders back, put my head up, and walked tall.  The weird thing, in less than 50m I was no longer tired and sluggish, and I had a GREAT walk!

There must be something to this.  I just finished reading 'Born to Run' and there is a whole chapter in there about our breathing in relation to posture and running technique.  I found it really interesting but didn't see the relevance to enjoyment until I actually tried it.  As soon as I stood tall and opened up my airways, I enjoyed my walk.

Try it.  You'll see.

xox

More Baking

Another day of baking.  The smells in my house are simply divine.  I only did 2 lots of cookies today, but they were a bit more complicated.

I started with Almond Biscotti

Then made Chocolate Shortbread which were deliciously iced.

There are so many cookies in my freezer, we will defintely not be running out in a hurry.  The weird thing about this whole cooking thing, is that I am not a huge biscuit fan.  Maybe that is why I have been able to nake so many and not eat them.  Ross is loving them though.  In saying that, I have loved all of these, but I am happy with just one here and there.

So now I have found another aspect of cooking that I love.  This is awesome!

xox

Baking Day

Today was baking day.  Well, actually this weekend is baking weekend, today was day 1.  I got all the ingredients out and put them on the freezer so they would be handy.

I started with Honey Oat cookies. 

Next up was Fudgey Macadamia Cookies.

Then Butterscotch Shortbread

Finishing up the day with Mega Choc Chunk Cookies - the best choc chip cookies ever made!

Two more recipes tomorrow.  I can't wait!

xox

Hazelnut Chocolate Tart

Need I say more????

xox

Nachos

Tonight was another quick and easy dinner. Thanks to Caleb & Elizabeth I made the easiest and yummiest Nachos ever! I got the recipe several weeks ago, but hadn't got around to trying it until tonight. I made a few little changes to the original recipe, just to tweak it to my tastes. But it really was delicious. I say that a lot, I am aware of that, but it's just how it is.

Add a beautiful Clare Valley Shiraz, candle light, and my wonderful hubby, and this quick dinner was fabulous!

You can find the recipe here.

For the first time I used red kidney beans that were NOT from a can. I used the beans I bought at Gaganis last week and soaked them overnight. I actually preferred them like this. I like the flavour of kidney beans in a can, but have always struggled with the texture. I just find it a bit 'wrong'. But when you prepare your own beans the texture is completely different. And the flavour is a bit richer too. I will definitely keep a supply of the dry beans from now on.

xox

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Recipe Link

Hi Everyone!

I have set up a recipe link where I will put the recipes of all the meals I post. Saves you all asking for them. :o) You can find all the recipes I have put up so far here.

I have put the link in the side bar so you can check in any time. I will try and have each recipe up within a few hours of posting the pictures.

This weekend is a baking weekend, so prepare for lots of cookie recipes from the Betty Crocker Cookie Recipe book I picked up from the library yesterday!

xox

Five Rules for Life

About a month ago I shared with you my Five Rules for Life. I am very excited that my 5 Rules are featured on the Five Rules for Life Blog at the moment! There are many other great contributions on this blog, and it makes you really think about the things that are important to you. I urge you all to check it out.

xox