Thanksgiving Round 2

 

Yep, not kidding. I for one am over Thanksgiving. But I usually get 4 Thanksgiving dinners… and this year, I only got two…pretty much with the same people..

So I’m doing another Thanksgiving recap along with a weekend re-cap. Its all good ya’ know. New recipe coming atcha’ tomorrow..

Weekend Re-cap

My Grandparents showed up this weekend so we spent some time together in SLC. My BIL and his brother and friend build a display for Deseret Book every year and this year they built a taffy maker train. It is pretty amazing to see. It is massive and even has a train whistle that you can pull! I couldn’t get Tanner away from it. He loved it!

 

My grams and gramps are from Boise so we don’t get to see them very often, but it is always a treat when the make the trip down for a surprise visit!

If you get a chance to come to SLC. Temple square is definitely a must do. Especially during the holidays because the lights are phenomenal! Every tree branch and bush is covered in lights. We have made it sort of a tradition to go every year. The kids love it. It was pretty packed though.. So it was hard to stop and enjoy the lights without being in some ones way.

 

Thanksgiving #2

Yesterday Afternoon we had another Thanksgiving dinner at Brent’s dads house. He got re-married last year and they put together a complete spread exactly how Thanksgiving should be.

Homemade everything, special china, and everyone sitting and passing food around. Our family is so big we barely fit, but I loved it!

I filled my plate with some turkey, salad and corn bread stuffing—Which was fabulous! Then after dinner I continued to snack on a veggie tray that was sitting out. I forget how much I love cucumbers! I use to buy them all the time but kind of have forgotten about them lately.

It was a great meal and great time with Brents family again.

Thanksgiving was different this year because I didn’t really get to spend time with my family because they went out of town but it was nice to not have to jump party to party this year.

I welcomed back clean eating today and I made sure to get my workout in today. I also even taught Body Attack plus a little TM walking with my friend Melissa to catch up over the weekend.

Now that thanksgiving is over and the pies and treats are gone, I’m recommitting to my THF diet. I have about 5 more weeks with Porter so its time to buckle down! Holiday’s got nothing on me.. well.. kinda but I’m working on it .

It’s time for some shut eye! I have a early workout on tap for tomorrow!

Question of the Day:

What is your plan to stay in check during the holidays?

Thanksgiving Prep!

For thanksgiving I was put in charge of a few things.

• Cranberry Sauce
• Biscuits
• Pumpkin pie
• Stuffing

I have never made my own stuffing or cranberry sauce before so I did what anyone would and turned to pinterest, other blogs, and Google search.

After spending way to many hours drooling over so many delicious looking recipes I jotted down my favorites I got to work!

Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 C. Cranberries
• 1 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbs smart balance butter
• 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 c. chopped pecans
• 6 tbs. orange juice

Mix all ingredients in large sauce pan

Cover with lid and bring to boil over med-high

Until cranberries pop, usually takes about 3-4 minutes

Uncover and keep on med- low

Allow to thicken 6-8  minutes

Cool and serve!

This made my house smell just like Christmas. Yes, Christmas.

Pumpkin Pie

This was the easiest pumpkin pie I have ever made!! It literally takes 2 minutes! I discovered this little diddy from Meghan who found it from someone else.. & I couldn’t find that blog again..

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup of Pumpkin puree
• 1 Cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 pkg. Butterscotch sugar-free pudding mix
• 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
• 1 graham cracker crust (or you can make your own)

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl

Transfer into pie crust

Spread evenly

Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving

Simple!!

This pie also packs a protein punch! Low-cal and Low-fat! Can’t go wrong with that!

Cranberry whole wheat buttermilk biscuits

 

I found the recipe here.

 

I used a heart shape cookie cutter and they turned out fabulous!!

They were also quite simple and quick to make!

ANNNNNND the Stuffing.. I’m in the process of making right now!! I must say finding a recipe for stuffing was tough. In fact I spent so much time searching for one that I actually had all the ingredients on hand that I gave up and am going to just go for it! Hope it turns out!

Enjoy your Thanksgiving meals!!

P.S Ironman in Arizona, Tempe--- WAS AMAZING!! I’m still processing the experience and I have to admit that there are NO words that can explain the feeling of being at an Ironman. I was so inspired by each and every athlete! I will post about it soon!

P.P.S. My internet has been lagging lately hence the lack of post! My deepest apologies. But ya got two today. And it’s a holiday. Word.

Grateful

Today I am grateful for where I am in this life.
I am grateful for having such a wonderful husband who works hard to support our family and his never ending understanding to put up with me.


I am grateful for my children and their sweet personalities and the joy they bring to my life each and every day.

I am grateful for my family. My step-mom, dad and siblings. Including all my in-laws for their never ending love and support.



I am grateful for great friends and their inappropriate texts, never ending laugh fest and amazing understanding and friendship.


I’m grateful for my health and the ability and strength I have to do what I love every day.

I love thanksgiving because it is that one day of the year I actually sit back and reflect on the important things in life. Oh yes, and eat way to much pie, turkey and more pie.


And finally, I am thankful for all of you. Thank you for your contribution and support to bodyofamother! I read each and every comment, email, tweet and give thanks for every single one of you. I can't tell you all enough how much you guys inspire me each day. Thank you!!
Enjoy today, enjoy being with your family and friends. Be thankful for everything and everyone around you!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!