Simply Living a Fit Life

Creating a Birthday Party to Remember When it comes to birthdays, I am all about the experience.  The way you make someone feel lasts so much longer than what's in the wrapping paper or gift bag.  I have had such a blast creating a treasure scavenger hunt for my nephew for the past two years.   Youtube video in the works for additional details.                                                                                       Love that smile:) I was even able to save on party decorations since I utilized some fun Halloween props I had on hand.    Check out the little clip below that I put together of this great day.   Thanks for stopping by and please  drop me a line or comment if you would like for me to continue sharing this content.     

If you landed on this page then I guess you LOVE the outdoors as much as I do.  The sights and sounds of nature never cease to amaze me.  In the original planning stage we were looking to add a tiki bar to the pool area however space was absolutely non-existent. I kept tossing around ideas and NO, transforming the garage was vetoed, absolutely NOT in this lifetime.😏😂  So the decision was made to go above the pool.  Not exactly what I had pictured in my mind but as construction progress was made, I found it to be...EVEN BETTER!  Oh my gosh, the way the deck spans out into the treetops TOTALLY feels like my very own tree house.  I know...Do you have the childhood memories flooding in your mind right now?!?   I remember as a child, going to Grandmas and thinking how cool my uncles were because they had a treehouse built by my grandfather of course ❤💗 Yes...the swing is my favorite spot to hang with a good book.   I hope by sharing my creation, I have inspired you to start thinking abou

Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup  I must say I am starting to like this whole staycation thing!!!  Day 2, round 2...in the kitchen!!  Boy can I just say....how good it feels to be back in the kitchen!!!  It really has been a while, and I didn't realize how much I missed it!!     I have no idea what is up with me and the soup, but I LIKE IT!!  Today I decided to go with a lightened up favorite...potato soup!  I figured what better choice, since I had some left over produce from Thanksgiving that needed used up!  Give it a try and let me know what you think! Ingredients:  1 3/4 c organic chicken bone broth 1 cup peeled and diced potatoes 1/2 cup finely shredded carrots 1/4 cup finely chopped onions 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 1 cup ham, or more if desired 1 3/4 cups evaporated skim milk 3 Tbsp cornstarch 1/2 c (2 ounces) finely shredded fat free cheddar cheese 1/2 c (2 ounces) finely shredded reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese In a medium saucepan, comb

Once in awhile right in the middle of ordinary life, love gives us a Fairy Tale.

Tonight's dinner...PIZZA!!  I'm almost positive you couldn't have guessed...lol!!  Anyways, I noticed a head of cauliflower in my fridge tonight and since I really hate wasting produce, I did what any frugal female would do...I got cooking in the kitchen!!   This recipe comes together pretty quick and it’s really simple. Ingredients: 1 head of grated cauliflower ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp oregano ½ tsp basil 1/3 c freshly grated Parmesan cheese ¼ c mozzarella cheese 1 egg, slightly beaten Directions: ·         Place grated cauliflower in lint free tea cloth and squeeze to drain liquid.  Place grated cauliflower in a heat-safe bowl and microwave for 3-4 minutes.  ·         Place cauliflower in a bowl and fluff with fork.  Add the basil, oregano, garlic, Parmesan, mozzarella and egg stirring to blend. ·         Press mixture out onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprayed with cooking spray.  ·         If it still feels sligh

Last weekend I decided to make a small pan of lasagne to surprise my fiance for his birthday.  When I was done, I realized I had mixed together enough ricotta and hamburger for a large pan, so I had to come up with something???  BUT WHAT???  Looking in the fridge, I noticed I hadn't used my portabella mushrooms yet, so I thought...why not???  OH MY GOODNESS!!  The things you can do with Portabella Mushrooms!!!! AMMMAZZINGG!!!! Give it a try and let me know what you think <3     Portabella Mushroom Lasagne Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (93/7) 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp dried oregano 26 oz of grandma's sauce 1 (15 oz) container of Ricotta 2 Tbsp chopped  fresh parsley 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 15 oz shredded Mozzarella cheese 4 Large Portabella Mushrooms Cook and stir ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, and oregano in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is browned, about 10 minute