Monthly Archives: June 2011

Keepin’ It Simple

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Sometimes the simplest eats are the tastiest.  Today was a busy day for me – lots and lots of writing.  And yet I seemed to get nowhere!  I hate days like that, but I know that even when it appears that I’m just spinning my wheels, I’m actually getting somewhere.  Slowly.    So – a…

Prepping Quinoa

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Quinoa is my favorite ‘grain’ ever.  I say ‘grain’ because it’s not actually a grain at all – it’s a seed! Other fun facts about quinoa:  it’s rich in amino acids, it’s a relative of spinach and Swiss chard, and 1/4 cup of uncooked quinoa contains loads of manganese, magnesium, and iron.   Quinoa is…

Race Etiquette: The Water Station

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Whew.  After a whirlwind weekend of emotions (wedding on Saturday; head-shaving party on Sunday), I am so relieved that it’s Monday.  Even if we are pulling a 14-hour day at the clinic.  I’ll take it!   Dinner last night was so stand-out; I simply must share! A Although the baked tofu and steamed greens were…

If You’re Going Through Hell

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Keep on going. There is one thing I’ve learned about life:  attitude is everything.  This is not just a corny little slogan or a platitude.  Your attitude makes or breaks you.  It defines you.    Everyone is struggling with something. No one’s life is perfect or peachy keen.  We cannot control what happens to us;…