Mary's Peppermint Muffins

If you are anything like me you CRAVE sweets because let's be honest .... you have a sweet tooth.  No Shame here. I made these over the weekend because I REALLY wanted chocolate and I love peppermint ... especially during the chilly weather. This is one treat that no one has to feel guilty about and the best part it only took about 5 minutes to prep. I popped all the ingredients into my Ninja blended right up and then they went into the oven. Super Simple!

A must try for the Christmas Holiday for yourself and the family.  Promise no-one will ever guess that they are eating black beans!

Kid approved, even my picky eater Makayla said, "Mom I really love these muffins ... can I have just onnnnnnnnnnnnnne more." =D

Indulge a little this time <3

Ingredients:
1 Can of Black Beans, drained and rinsed.
3 large eggs
½ cup raw honey
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
3-4 drops of do TERRA Peppermint or ½ tsp. pure peppermint extract

Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Prepare 12 muffin cups by lining with muffin papers or coating with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
3. Place chickpeas, eggs, honey, cocoa powder, baking soda, coconut oil, and extract in blender or food processor; cover. Blend until smooth.
4. Place batter in a medium bowl.
5. Divide batter among 12 prepared muffin cups.
6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
7. Cool completely and enjoy!

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The beginning of HAMMER & Chisel

The beginning of a New and FUN journey ... <3

I started HAMMER & Chisel last week and I have to share I NEEDED this change. I was watching my body maintain weight,  but I needed to TONE and Strong is Sexy.  I was getting bored and after seeing a plateau in my upper  body strength I was prepared to step it up! My transformation pictures were not changing and this momma was in for a SERIOUS wake up call.

I said "YES"
I decided December was my new January!

My first week in my Master Program ... I have made it a priority to stay very hydrated ... it is just SO important to keep my body loaded with water and not caffeine. I want to keep everything flushing and moving. And I know that this time of year we are faced with more sweets and I just do not want to give into those triggers. I want to be confident in my own skin.

Last Monday was Day # 1 and from the very first workout I was hurting and burning in places where I had no idea I could. My butt, upper back, arms, shoulders and calves ... LOL ... Just about all over!  I was shocked to think I even could build muscle in some of the areas of pain.  EEEeeeEEEeee  ... but all Good-Hurt-Pain! This was working and I felt the impact within the first 24 hours!

Nutrition is a HUGE part of this program and eating Clean is a Must! Over the week I was constantly feeling hungry or like I needed to snack. This was NEW! I was following my 21 Day Fix Meal plan, but maybe it was not enough.  ANNNNND then my package finally arrived with the HAMMER & Chisel Meal Plan.  "Big Difference" I will be following this meal plan to a TEE this week.

Stay tuned I will be sharing weekly updates and transformations as I go!

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Are you ready for your OWN JOURNEY ? 

It took me 14 months to say YES ... Don't make my same mistake. 

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This is BIG ... this is BEAUTIFUL ... I am in the LIFE changing business. I serve others, create new beginnings and witness real life GROWTH. 

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It means more than just a number... It means you have a TRIBE and you love them HARD ... and you live Fearlessly. 

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Whether you have financial goals, personal fitness goals or DREAMS that you want to come TRUE ... Can I tell you something, ANYTHING is possible ... YOU have to believe that. Coaching is like no other career option I have ever experience in the past. Be brave and check it out ... you will become your best YOU.

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I am looking for 5 Passionate driven Ladies who have a FIRE underneath them and are ready to BEGIN 2016 like no other. It is time to let it OUT!! Are you Hungry? Do you want MORE? 

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Then I am talking to You.

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This can be for ANYONE … it is not a ‘Cookie Cutter’ kind of opportunity. I will be kicking off January with a Rock-Star Squad where I give you everything you need to build a Team of your own and live your Dream. This is a process of one on one training. Moments that we will DIG DEEP and work HARD ... 

For those who are ready and want to ignite their future ... say YES to 2016. Contact me or Comment Below … and say yes to 'Your New Best YOU' heart emoticon


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3 Day Refresh Review Post Thanksgiving 2015

I have to stop and share because this past 3-DAY Refresh really took my body to the NEXT Level.

It made me Push Harder than ever before.
It made me MORE disciplined
It made me depend on my TEAM daily for support and accountability.

Immediately following Thanksgiving Holiday I weighed in at 134.5 and for me this is pretty much my body max. Anything over that weight tends to go straight into my belly. After having 4 babies my skin has been stretched a lot and it just becomes more challenging to tone. I have a love for Ab's! During our family vacation for Thanksgiving I was craving sweets and I was eating more than the portion size that was healthy for me. Wine had been a dessert for a few days too!

Day #1 I suffered from a headache and sugar cleanse. I felt more hungry on day one than any other day. One thing I decided not to do was workout ... because I knew it would burn even more calories. My Dinner choice was a mixed cucumber and tomato salad with a bowel of vegetable broth. Soooooo delicious! Before I went to sleep I did cuddle up into bed with a hot green tea. <3

Day #2 I felt much better. In the morning waking up to my Shakeology it was more than enough to help me get through the start of the day. After my fiber sweep everything was moving through my digestive system and I was feeling lighter. Life was GRAND! During the day my snacks were more than enough for satisfaction. My evening Dinner was vegetable broth and asparagus. My husband and my 17 year old daughter love asparagus so this is a normal vegetable that everyone could enjoy!

Day #3 I started the day with my full glass of water, black coffee and Shakeology ... I was feeling GOOD and I had the finish line in sight! I WAS DETERMINED! My snacks of bananas, blueberries, celery and peppers were more than enough!  During the past three days I chose to have a lot of avocado for my healthy fat because I can have so much more and it is just heaven to me.  "Totally addicted to avocado!" =D Dinner was a spinach salad and I enjoyed it with extra vegetables added on top. Late night dessert was green tea.

Looking back you can see how every meal mattered, each snack was counted and WATER impacted my results more than anything.  I was  NEVER without ice water and it truly helped me not feel as hungry throughout the day. I had to really think about driving my BODY into the direction that I wanted it to go.

I wanted to push myself and grow during this 3 day cleanse ... and I knew it was going to be HARD but then I discovered change comes from the DOING  - - - I had to BELIEVE that I could accomplish my own personal goals ... and I did.

After 3 days ... -7 pounds and - 4.25 inches. (Inches were lost from Arms, Thighs and my Hips.)

What are your personal goals for 2016?

Are you ready to "BELIVE" that 2016 can and will be Your best YOU?!?!?!

#YourNewBest

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Something from the Heart

We all have a SO WHAT. 

Something that I am asked so often, “Where did you go to school?” 

This started years ago … as far as 2006 … and it still happens. When I started to be asked this over and over again .. it was when I first started dating Mike and he was taking me to events with other Doctors and other Important people in the community. 

We were a new couple and I was excited to get all dressed up and go out on dates … because I am an OUTGOING GIRL and I love meeting new people. 

But I was approached with a simple question that became a common question and I was being asked over and over again. I can’t really explain how it felt to feel like, “I wasn’t enough” … other than it was painful. And it’s not that I didn’t think I was worthy, but to be honest I felt Less Important. 

I felt like I made a mistake. 

I had NEVER heard of the “SO WHAT” theory of just saying that out-loud and believing that it is true … “SO WHAT” 

I wish I would have said ...

So what I am a high school graduate
So what I am a single mom
So what I work for Corporate America
So what I work at Carrabbas 3 – 4 nights a week
So what I am pretty
So what I am dating a Doctor. 

I heard something yesterday and I believe it is TRUE … If you go out into the world and start BELEIVING what everyone else says about you … soon it will become your REALITY.… it is only REAL when you start believing it is true. 

If you hear ... 

“Your not READY”
“Your not gorgeous enough”
“Oh, Your Single”
“You don’t have enough money for that.”
“You are too Young."

WHO might you be … if you did not HIDE behind your story? 

What is your SO WHAT ? 

Can I challenge you to say “SO WHAT” the next time someone says, YOU are not enough and let it go. Allow yourself to be FREE heart emoticon Scream it OUT heart emoticon

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"Clean Eat with ME"

Make your HOME feel GOOD in the Kitchen and in the Bedroom too. heart emoticon
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A delicious side to make for ANY future event!

Gorgeous and Fresh

I prepared this dish for Thanksgiving and it was totally a 5 STAR review in Taste and in Presentation. The fresh squash and cranberries were not only eye catching, but it was SO delicious. And after adding in the sweet honey and fresh feta I could not get enough! 

My mom and sister were even a little nervous because it seemed just a little too "CLEAN" for the Thanksgiving traditional dinner, but they enjoyed it! 

I did end up going back for seconds and there was barely any left. This is also one of those recipes that are "true" to their serving size.  

The recipe is really simple and feel free to follow it exactly for 6 adults. 

(I will admit that this was not a favorite for the kids.)  

So I will be creating this again ... and again! Not only is it NEW and CLEAN,

 but the 2 Step Bake Process

made it very easy to prepare and not become overwhelmed or take up too much oven space. 

My little tip would be to add the correct amount of Honey and to add in a little Extra Feta Cheese.  

I LOVE cheese and the Feta really makes it POP ... You will not be disappointed! 

ENJOY <3 

(You can find the complete ingredients and recipe under Eat Clean Recipes) 

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