They say it takes a village to raise a child, but I think there are many things that concept applies to, as well. Getting healthy is one of those things. Not long ago, I met a couple of friends who have helped keep me on track, especially after binges like I described in my last post. Those don't really happen that often, but, when they do, I can always count on my friends Kristen and Sherry to steer me back in the right direction.
My friend Kristen loves the outdoors, and is always up for a walk, or hike. So, today we took a beautiful three mile walk around a lake that is close to my house. The leaves were stunning, as they reflected off of the water, and the air was crisp.
My friend Sherry loves nutrition and fitness, so, she is like my cheerleader when it comes to eating right, and the benefits. One thing Sherry does that I love is monthly salad parties. All you have to do is sign up to bring one or two salad ingredients, along with four large mason jars for your salads. Other people do the same, and if you have several people contributing, you leave with four beautiful salads for the next several days.
The dressing (always homemade), goes in the bottom. Next, you layer something that will not get soggy, like red cabbage, and afterwards,you add the rest of the ingredients of your choosing. It is always fun to see what people will bring that you would have never thought to put in your salad at home. I love combinations like quinoa, apples, celery, sesame seeds, chick peas, and other yummy ingredients. The main thing you have to remember is to leave room for some greens at the top It is wonderful to just have to make a main course, and have your salad already made. You just pour your jar upside down, ad the yummy dressing makes it's way to the top, and coats the other ingredients in the process!
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