You are loved...

Have you ever sat by the ocean and noticed how the horizon seems to go "on and on" forever? And the inky blue ocean  waters seem so fathomless?  They are showcasing the character of their Creator.  For God is love and He loves you with a deep, everlasting love.  In fact, He loved you so much, that He gave his one and only Son Jesus, that whoever believes in Him will not perish, but have everlasting life.( John 3:16 )  And if you'd like to know this love, it's only a prayer away.

Pray:

Heavenly Father,

I want to know you and experience your love. I believe Your Son Jesus died for my sins and rose again to give me eternal life. I ask you to come into my heart to be my Lord and Savior. In Jesus's name.

Amen. 

Sharon xoxo

The truth comes out...

Dr Thierry Vrain, a former leading research scientist for Agriculture Canada who's job description included reassuring the public on the safety of GMO's now retracts his statements in a startling essay. Here's an exerpt from his paper:

" I refute the claims of the biotechnology companies that their engineered crops yield more, that they require less pesticide applications, that they have no impact on the environment and that they are safe to eat. The scientific literature is full of studies showing that engineered corn and soya contain toxic or allergenic proteins."

Helping you stay informed,

Sharon

How we "chill" each summer...

Every year for over 20 years now, our family has enjoyed a summer tradition of spending a week at the beach.  The warm sun, salty breeze and beautiful azure waters are the perfect place to relax and reconnect.  And we purposefully plan this fun time because it's important to schedule downtime.  

It's our family's favorite way of de- stressing, with perks of bonding and making some great memories.  And it's "wellness" in action.

What does your family do to "chill out" during the lazy days of summer?

Gazpacho! The perfect summer soup!

With only a few summer veggies, you can make a delicious summer soup that is nutrient dense, light, refreshing and gets you out of the kitchen while its chilling in the fridge.  Here's my crowd pleasing recipe:

Gazpacho

3 large ripe tomatoes

1 red onion

1 cucumber

1 fresh jalapeño 

2-3 cloves of garlic

1/3 cup of fresh parsley

1-2 bell peppers

2 cups of chicken broth

2 Tablesppons of lemon juice

1/3 cup of olive oil

Sea salt to taste

Paprika to taste

Chop all veggies and place in a large bowl.  Add chicken broth, olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and paprika and place in the refrigerator to chill for 2-3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld. Great with grilled fish, a cheese tray, roasted chicken, or as a snack!  

*for a great addition to this recipe, add avocado chunks, shrimp and/or minced anchovies. Delish!

What I quickly made for supper when I discovered my meat hadn't defrosted...

A turkey/broccoli/ cheddar cheese quiche!

Here my recipe:

Turkey/broccoli/cheddar cheese quiche

For gluten free crust:

Add 1/2 tsp salt to 2 1/2 cups of GF flour

( I use cup for cup)

Cut 1 stick of butter into tiny pieces and mix into flour

Add enough ice water to form flour into a ball

Roll out pastry dough into a sheet of parchment

Transfer dough into a pie pan and trim excess edges. I like to pinch my edges to make them pretty!

Meanwhile:

Scald 1/4 cup of milk in a saucepan and allow to cool

Steam broccoli and chop and set aside

For egg filling:

Crack 2-3 eggs into a bowl

Add scalded milk

Add steamed broccoli

Add shredded cheddar cheese

*add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise  to make a decadent, mouth watering, slightly more fattening version!

Pour egg/ veggie mixture into the crust

Sprinkle top with nutmeg

Bake at 350 degrees!

Enjoy!

My new favorite morning smoothie!

I don't like a lot of sugar in my smoothies so this smoothie rocks!  It stabilizes my blood sugar by the added fiber in the blueberries, kale and protein powder and keeps me full!  And the coconut tastes like a trip to an exotic island! Here's my recipe:

Coconut Kale Smoothie

1/4 cup of blueberries

1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt

1 scoop of Dr. Ax's Healing Protein- vanilla flavored

1/4 cup of coconut milk ( sprouts brand)

2 cups of baby kale

Place all of the above ingredients in a blender and blend.  Now drink and enjoy!

How I easily get my daily allowance of fruits and veggies...

RI drink a green smoothie! It's not only nutritious; it's delicious!  

Here's my recipe...

Green Smoothie

1) wash and chop one bunch of collard greens ( or other favorite greens)- stems removed

2) add to a blender

3) add 5 oz of plain Greek yogurt

4) add 1/2 of a banana

5) add 3 large strawberries

6) add 2 scoops of whey protein powder

7) add a splash of water 

8) blend and enjoy!

For an even more filling smoothie, try adding  some coconut oil or flax seeds.  I keep my smoothie low in sugar. But, if you prefer, you can add more fruit, fruit juice or honey.