Choices, oh what do I choose!

(in the middle of the road, a choice is to be made)

 

 

 

It has been said, "It is a truly blessed thing, being a man/woman with choices". When it's written so simplified and basic, it becomes obvious that we have all been blessed with choices and every day brings new choices.

 

Today, I choose life. Every morning when I wake up, I can choose joy, happiness, negativity, pain.... To feel the freedom that comes from being able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel life, and embrace it.

 

There are two primary choices in life: to accept conditions as they exist, or accept responsibility for changing them.

 

As a child, my family consisted of two choices: take it or leave it. 

 

If you are not happy with the way things are, then change them.  If you are not satisfied with your phone service, then change service providers.  It sounds simple because it is simple.  Action is required.

 

Choices also apply when deciding on what to feed the body for nourishment. It is not easy to find yourself in the middle of the road when making healthier eating choices on the go. My easy solution is to incorporate the good with the not so good. If you must have food from the right-side-of-the-road menu, include or incorporate some of the food from the left-side-of-the-road menu with it.  A burger (animal protein) is ok every once in a while, but by adding fruits and vegetables with that burger can boost its nutrient count and properly satisfy and fill you up.  …and it taste so good.

 

Your diet is a bank account. Good food choices are good investments.

 

The best part of eating nature’s foods on the go is that most of nature’s foods usually come already pre-packed and ready to go.  The choice is then which fruit or veggie to nibble on. Instead of a sugary beverage, choose plain ol' water. At least the body will thank you for the natural hydration opposed to the liver and kidney punch of sugar and artificial flavoring & coloring.

 

Embrace the infinite world of choices, because without them, we would simply be photocopies and drones, in a void of diversity.  Make the right choices for yourself as you are an individual, but keep in mind, some choices may be hazardous to your health. ...again, I choose life!

 



 

Blend-In...

Sometimes, I feel this way!



 

Verb

1. blend in - blend or harmonize; "This flavor will blend with those in your dish"; "This sofa won't go with the chairs" be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired; "This piece won't fit into the puzzle"

2. blend in - cause (something) to be mixed with (something else); "At this stage of making the cake, blend in the nuts" mix together different elements; "The colors blend well" - mix in with cutting motions

 

Society can get scary sometimes. Maybe you just need to blend in and disappear. Maybe you just don't want to confront anyone. Maybe you just hate society. Here are 13 things to do to Blend-In.

1 Never draw attention to yourself. This is the exact opposite of what you are trying to do.

2 Wear something inconspicuous. Try to avoid really bright colors and really dark colors. These can draw attention. Try to go for really average clothes. Jeans and a normal shirt / T-shirt is perfect.
 

3 Don't make eye contact. This creates chances for social contact, which you want to avoid.

4 Don't act like you are hiding. It just makes you suspicious.

5 Act busy. People don't bother you when you are busy. Try muttering something like "late, late, late!" Look constantly at your watch (make sure you actually have one).

6 If you have a friend with you, talk to them. People won't readily intrude on your conversations.

7 Look ahead. Looking directly at the back of the head of the person in front of you generally helps make you inaccessible in a hallway or sidewalk.

8 Keep silent. As a general rule, unless you are with a friend, don't talk. The exception is rule 5.

9 Look unapproachable. If you really don't want any conversation, have a mean look on your face, don't look inviting to conversation.

10 Excuse yourself. If someone does talk to you, (someone you don't want to talk to), make up an excuse. Something like "I'm sorry, I already arranged a meeting with a friend. I need to go." Or tell them your bus is coming.

11 If you are trying to avoid conversation, listen to your iPod.
 

12 Texting in public will sometimes stop people from engaging you too.

13 Try to wear faded and worn clothes. People will tend to like to notice bold and new clothes

 

Warnings:

• Don't wear anything suspicious
• Try not to stand out
• Don't trust anyone

Tips:

• Be weary if you use iPod, head phones, etc. you will be less aware of your surroundings and you will be more likely to be a victim of a crime.
• If it's sunny outside, wear sunglasses and maybe act like you're reading newspaper or a book.

Blending In sometimes gives you total freedom to shine when you want or desire to.  Blend in often, but always shine!

 

 

 

   

'Not So Ordinary Black Bean Salad'

 





(makes 4-6 servings)


1 can Black Beans rinsed (no salt added/low sodium)
1 1/2 cup Tomato (diced)
1 cup Cucumber (diced)
1 cup Red Onion (diced)
2 Garlic Cloves medium (finely chopped)
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1 Lemon (juice & zest)
1/4 cup Cilantro
Baby Greens Mix (mesclun mix)
　

Mix Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Garlic, Lemon Juice, and Cumin Seeds together in medium sized mixing bowl until well introduced. Let mixture set while you open and rinse the Beans and Chop Greens roughly. Add Cilantro and Beans to the mixture. Mix well. Add chopped Greens to the mixture and fold together until evenly combined. Zest with Lemon. Enjoy.

Serve alone or with dressing. Can also be made with any baby green mix or with chopped lettuce, spinach, and/or kale.

　

High Fiber, Nutrient Dense, Low Sodium

Ginger Margarita

 

 

 

4 Limes (ripe)

1 bunch Seedless Green grapes (30 -40)

1 inch fresh Ginger Root

No Salt needed for the rim

 

Put all ingredients in a juicer until pulp is dry.  Serve freshly juiced. 

(Blender Method: peel limes, remove stems from grapes, and skin the ginger before blending)

 

Drink and enjoy a boost of vitamin C and antioxidants that refreshes as well as tingles the taste buds.  This beverage is great for cooler weather by keeping coughs and scratchy throats at bay. It also provides super antioxidants that can boost and help protect the immune system.

 

 

Lime Fruit

Lime is a term referring to a citrus fruit which is typically round, green, 3–6 centimetres in diameter, and containing sour pulp. The health benefits of lime include weight loss, skin care, good digestion, relief from constipation, eye care, and treatment of scurvy, piles, and peptic ulcer. Look for unblemished, firm limes that feel heavy for their size as they will be the juiciest. If you intend to use the zest, buy them un-waxed.

 

Grapes

Grapes are a type of vine grown fruit that grow in clusters of 15 to 300, and can be crimson, black, dark blue, yellow, green, orange and pink. "White" grapes are actually green in color, and are evolutionarily derived from the purple grape. Grapes can be eaten raw or they can be used for making wine, jam, juice, jelly, extract, raisins, vinegar, and more.

 

Ginger Plant

Ginger or ginger root is the rhizome of the plant Zingiber Officinale, consumed as a delicacy, medicine, or spice. It lends its name to its genus and family. Other notable members of this plant family are turmeric, cardamom, and galangal.