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Chili and Cookies

by Nicci on 11/22/2009

Just three more days of work until I’m off for Thanksgiving!! I enjoyed most of the weekend, though it was draining at times. I managed to squeeze in cardio and yoga today. Thanksgiving parties and dessert buffets took over the weekend, but I did not overeat. Portion control took over but my belly stayed full.

Friday-Delivering Board Packets around town all morning, Office party at Dave n Buster’s, New Moon!!
Saturday- Funeral close family friend, Thanksgiving Pot Luck at friends.
Sunday- church, cleaning, gym, baking, errands…

Lunch and Dinner consisted of ”Turkey Taco Chili” prepared for the bf and myself.

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Yes, I went crazy with the portion of chips and I enjoyed every bite!

Ingredients:

1/2 onion
1/2 bell pepper
1 cup corn
2 cup kidney beans
1 cup black beans
1 lb ground turkey
1 pack taco seasoning, Tsp paprika, oregano, basil and chili mix

Prepare meat on stove, add meat and other ingredients to crock pot. Cook on low for 4-6 hours.

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Sweet Potato Oatmeal Raisin Cookies for dessert…recipe from Tina’s Blog.

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Holy YUM!! Chris enjoyed the cookies; I ate two of these babies with Almond Milk.

I’m spending the rest of my night catching up on Reader (300+) and folding laundry. Friends Mike and Austin are coming over to watch this comedy movie about boys.

Good Night,

-Nicci

How was your weekend, were you able to squeaze in a workout?

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Veggies, It’s What’s for Dinner

by Nicci on 09/25/2009

Last night I had a craving for brownies. I wanted to bake some brownies and just eat the whole little pan. BUT instead I ate veggies for dinner.

I think it’s b/c I watched that SATC episode where Miranda bakes a chocolate cake and almost eats the whole thing. Sorry, but it looked so good

Okra Fries & a Sweet Potato was on the menu

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Yummy!

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So Simple and Delicious

Jillian kicked my butt last night and I know I will have one sore bum and knees for a couple days.

THANK GOODNESS IT’S FRIDAY!

I seem to be quite busy this Friday morning at work, but checkout what’s going on around the blog world!

Caitlin has made some awesome Life Changes recently and she is talking about ”Time Management”. Congrats Caitlin, so happy for you!
Whitney shares her Life story and how she came to blogging.
Angela is also sharing her story of how a year can change a lot. She is on Part 3 today!
Nicole talks about discovering Trader Joe’s and makes a great looking salad too.

Have a great Friday and enjoy the weekend!