I lived there for a decade but I think of it as home.
fit the battle of Jericho,
and the walls,
came tumbling down.
These tumbled boulders,
are in Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California.
Despite Southern California’s endless severe drought,
the Joshua Tree’s are still surviving, although under threat.
The desert desperately needs water.
Only the rocks are unperturbed.
Cheers to you from elegantly jumbled Joshua Tree National Park~
This is looking tasty!
I loved this version of chicken piccata probably due to the wonderful lemon flake salt. Also, there was no wine and less butter which I didn’t miss; so not as rich. Combined with the salty capers and fresh lemon this recipe was just delightful.
I have two more recipes:
Chicken Picatta Two Ways (Includes a Weight Watcher’s recipe)
According to Chef Tim Creehan, former executive chef and founding partner of Marina Cafe in Destin, Florida you can make your pasta up to 8 hours before serving. Cook the pasta to package directions, place in cold water or rinse to stop the cooking, drain well. Toss with 1 tbsp. (more or less) canola oil and chill in a freezer bag. This is called resistance starch when pasta is cooked ahead of time, chilled and reheated. The carbs are slower to metabolize which means good things for your blood sugar.
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This is the first foodasally.com post, representing a rounded approach to eating and teaching about eating. Food As Ally is about reclaiming our food choices, listening to our hunger and satiety signals, and being supported as we do.
I ate what I wanted, when I wanted, and how much of it I wanted. In doing this today, I discovered that my breakfast smoothie is too filling for me today and that I can wait until I want fruit to eat it. Even if that’s not today. Or tomorrow. If I look at this breakfast from the certified nutrition consultant perspective, there’s nothing wrong with it. I gave myself permission to eat what I wanted and what I wanted tasted good and I’m almost ready to eat again. It kept me full longer than I thought it would.
More discoveries await!
Gina
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Sophia is so talented. Looking at this smoothie makes me drool. Plus, I think it’s time for a snack.
Check out her recipe by clicking here.
You’ll notice the addition of maple syrup. If you’re low-sugar by choice or because of health, I believe the recipe will be sweet enough without it.
Remember to add Reiki.
Gina
I love my dog, cat, and horse clients. Here’s a shoutout to them. A scratch behind the ears and a Reiki hug, too.
What do your pets do during their Reiki sessions? I love pet Reiki stories.
Gina
There are several ways you can support The Reiki Café. You can buy a book, review a book, have a Reiki session, take a workshop, study Reiki, tell your family and friends about me, share my posts, and/or donate to the virtual tip jar. All support is appreciated. Thank you!
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Peace and love,
Gina
There are several ways you can support The Reiki Café. You can buy a book, review a book, have a Reiki session, take a workshop, study Reiki, tell your family and friends about me, share my posts, follow me on Medium, and/or donate to the virtual tip jar. All support is appreciated. Thank you!
You’ve probably noticed that I am. I promise I have a reason for asking, which I will reveal later.
Peace and love,
Gina
Here’s what’s coming in Monday’s Reiki newsletter:
Keep It Simple statements for what other people in our lives are doing.
Message Monday: how we can live an inspired life this week.
Book review: Archetypal Chakras by Arnold Bittlinger
Vegan Pumpkin Muffin Recipe
A new low-cost coaching call dedicated to intuitive eating.
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Peace and love,
Gina
There are several ways you can support The Reiki Café. You can buy a book, review a book, have a Reiki session, take a workshop, study Reiki, tell your family and friends about me, share my posts, follow me on Medium, and/or donate to the virtual tip jar. All support is appreciated. Thank you!
How’s your energy level? If it’s low, or you’re curious about how to get to your next level, read 6 Fast Vitality Boosters. Click here to get them free with newsletter signup.
This Smoky Lentil Soup is ultra creamy and totally vegan! Packed to the brim with veggies, red lentils, coconut milk, and lots of spices, it’s a total win for the coziest months of the year!
Smoky Red Lentil Soup with Spinach — Pinch of Yum
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