Diet

Historically, diet has been my weak link in self-care. I eat like shit. I admit it. And as part of my rebuilding plans, I want to get better at it.

My problem isn’t a lack of willpower — it’s largely, that I am so pressed for time that usually the first thing that gets cut is meal prep. And that’s got to stop sometime. Maybe when life settles down? I’d like to start making the shift this month.

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White Trash Dip

For those that discussed it with me last night. 2 pounds Velveeta 1 pound ground beef 1 pound ground spicy Italian sausage 1 tbsp. crushed red pepper 1 tbsp. oregano Drop velveeta in crock pot and let it begin to melt. Brown both beef and sausage (together or seperately), drain off about half the fat. … Read more

Detoxifying

So one of the things that I’ve always had problems with is eating healthy meals. I have a horrible, horrible sweet tooth and to make matters worse, I’m addicted to caffeine. This is compounded by a job that frequently sees me hitting up the vending machines for a “quick lunch” to get me through the … Read more

Recipe: Piroshki

This recipe has been in my family since the 70’s. My dad got a copy of it from his Russian instructor when he was at DLI (Defense Languages Institute). It was Americanized by his instructor, so it’s not true Russian piroshki. But it’s still tasty, and great comfort food. Ingredients: – 2 pie crusts (get … Read more