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December, 2010  // Posts published in December, 2010

Emily’s Green Monster Smoothie

Emily’s Green Monster Smoothie

When you make a Green Monster Smoothie, don’t bother with measurements. Just go for it. My sister-in-law said that I should open my own Green Monster Smoothie bar at our local Farmer’s Market. I think it’s a brilliant idea! Maybe this Spring? *** My $20 Oster blender works just fine for me! You don’t need...

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28 Dec Posted by in Emily, Green Goddess | Comments Off

Are you READY?

Are you READY?

The New Year is quickly upon us! Have you marked your calendar for your big start day? Might I suggest a Monday, following a weekend when you can get ready and prep for success? Let the countdown begin, and see you at my house on January 8th, at 9:00am! GREEN GODDESS will commence!

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26 Dec Posted by in Emily, The Beginning | Comments Off

Can I do this by myself?

Can I do this by myself?

When I decided to do the Grand Experiment and eat a strictly nutritarian diet for 6 weeks, I was skeptical. But I was also very hopeful. I realize how lucky I am that I had Joe to support me and that he also wanted to achieve the same goal, reap the same rewards. It was...

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21 Dec Posted by in The Plan | 2 comments

What is this Green Goddess thing?

What is this Green Goddess thing?

Many times I’ve been asked: Emily, will you show me how to make a green smoothie? Is it hard? What do you eat? How do you make a dinner for you AND your kids with just plant food? What do you eat for a treat? I wish you could just come and cook for me....

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20 Dec Posted by in The Plan | 3 comments

THE REALLY BIG ANNOUCEMENT

THE REALLY BIG ANNOUCEMENT

Ask yourself this crucial question: Do you want to be awesome? If the answer is yes, then mark your calendar for January 8th at 9:00 am. Because I am beginning our own Green Goddess meetings, and you are invited! Stay tuned for more details! (in the meantime, may I strongly encourage you to get your...

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19 Dec Posted by in The Plan | Comments Off

Drumroll for the Big Announcement*…

Drumroll for the Big Announcement*…

*(The big announcement has nothing to do with being pregnant, moving, or winning the lottery) Joe and I have a running joke, and it begins like this: “Ask yourself this crucial question: Do you want to be awesome?” The ending to the joke varies on the situation. This situation, for example, is totally awesome. The...

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18 Dec Posted by in Emily, Musings, The Beginning, The Plan | Comments Off

Making a change.

Making a change.

I am more likely to set myself up for success when I make a big change if I: -Figure out what my motivations are -Understand what realistic outcomes to expect -Make it public -Make it personal, even spiritual I decided to try a nutritarian eating plan after reading my sister Robin’s blog for a few...

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17 Dec Posted by in Emily, Musings, The Beginning, The Plan | Comments Off

So…What do you want?

So…What do you want?

Do you: -Want to have more energy? -Want to FEEL GOOD? -Want to think more clearly? -Want to be thin, trim, beautiful? -Want to feel comfortable and pretty in your clothes? -Want to be free, live more freely? -Want to have fewer allergies? Fewer aches and pains? -Want to live a longer, healthier, happier life?...

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17 Dec Posted by in The Plan | Comments Off

First Christmas, Then New Years!

First Christmas, Then New Years!

Joe and I have been having a very relaxed holiday when it comes to food. I’m eating healthier this time of year than in years past, but compared to where I was 2 months ago…HELLO SUGAR! and butter! and dairy! and occasional meat! That’s okay. I don’t feel the least bit guilty, I’m not into...

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