May16

Thoughtful Thursday

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Kibby

♥ 50 Ways to Open Your World to New Possibilities - These are GREAT!

♥ The Perfect Poop. - I have no qualms talking about poop. This is a fantastic article by Dr. John Douillard which gives great insight about elimination with each dosha (Vata, Pitta and Kapha). Learn a lot and how to remedy some issues if you have them.

♥ The ULTIMATE healthy body and weight loss component! – I think many of us can relate to this one – I know I do. I am going to apply this aspect of SELF-LOVE to myself and see how it goes. Like Mastin says, I am excited to see what manifests.

♥ Health Benefits of Mangoes – Mangoes are one of my FAVORITE fruits and they are IN SEASON here. The beautiful, Lisa from Healthy Body Now dishes out some great information about these sweet beauties. Pop some in your shopping cart/ bag next time at the store.

♥ The Dark Side of Whey Protein – Many people ask me my opinion on whey protein and this article sums it up BEST. That is why I only use Sunwarrior™ Blend Protein Powder – it IS THE BEST out there and also why I only use it in my Raw Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars.

♥ PorcupineSpines - Come meet my nephew’s wife, Kim Dickinson at her Etsy store! She is gorgeous, smart and one TALENTED chic! She has a COOL flair for things nerdy and funky! I love it! She says that her main goal and inspiration in crafting and selling her products is to make other people happy. My kind of girl! Share her link with anyone you know who would like her stuff.

♥ 7 Secrets the Food Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know - Yep! The food industry wants you to go the shopping store in ignorance and trust every word they say. Please don’t! Read this article and get a bit more information and knowledge under your belt to know what to pick up and put in your cart and what to “PUT DOWN and walk away from”.

♥ We all do it, so why do we whisper about it? – Yay! More turd talk! Our poop is KEY to our health and wellness so it shouldn’t be kept in hiding or whispered about. Our poop tells us A LOT what is going on inside of us so that we can make changes and address certain issues. POOP on over and check it out – sorry, I just had to!

♥ Way Too Cool – Vata + Kapha Combo. - Yay! Love ayurveda information from MonicaB! Here’s a great question from one of her readers and the answer is easy to understand and apply.

♥ Hurry Up And Be Patient Already! - Jess has another fantastic article that many of us can relate to. Just remember “There is a reason for everything and the Universe has our back.” Surrender and Enjoy!

♥ The Law of Abundance – FREE ebook - From the Live Your Dreams Movement.com folks is their Law of Abundance FREE ebook that shows you how to ALLOW ABUNDANCE into your life. Release resistance, expand your consciousness and open to the abundance YOU deserve.

♥ Could Going Gluten Free Save Your Life – Wow! Fantastic, in depth article regarding gluten free topic by the fabulous, Mark Hyman, MD. I learned even more regarding this issue. Hope you do too.

May13

Decadent Gluten-free Chocolate Brownies

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Kibby

Decadent Gluten-free Chocolate Brownies

Rich HEALTHY Chocolate Brownies

I was going to wait and share this recipe with you on Friday, but then I thought “Hell,no! I am doing it TODAY!” You lovely souls NEED this decadent, gluten-free, healthy, AMAZING chocolate brownie recipe NOW. Recipe adapted here from the Detoxinista.

I am offering a healthy cooking class this coming Saturday, May 18th and it is focusing on ALMONDS and the many ways to use them in a plant-based diet. From making your own almond milk, raw almond butter, Chocolate Basil Smoothie, Butternut Squash bisque, Thai Almond Dipping Sauce, coconut macaroons and a special add-on recipe for all attendees of class. This class focuses on using every aspect of the almond – the nut and the left-over almond pulp – in the recipes. It’s going to be great! The class is already almost full.

This fantastic brownie recipe caters to the very aspect of using “left-over” almond pulp. The brownie came out light, moist and fluffy in texture but deep and intense with the chocolate flavor. As you know, I love adapting recipes to make them BETTER and HEALTHIER (which the original is), but also to throw in some easy tricks and tips. Oh, are you excited or what right now?!

Tip #1 – When a recipe calls for applesauce – which contributes to a more moist final product and lends a natural sweetness factor – use an organic apple (skin is full of fiber and pectin), cut into slices (don’t use core), put into a high powered blender (I use a Vitamix) and puree for a few seconds – Voila – homemade applesauce that is raw, full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and MORE that a store-bought, processed, “hidden ingredients” apple sauce will NOT have. If you don’t have an organic apple, peel the skin off and you are still doing WAY BETTER than store-bought jars.

Tip #2 – Coconut sugar is a much healthier alternative to Sucanat sugar, but I still like to use LESS in my recipes. So, I like to do half sugar and half stevia if a recipe does require some sort of granular sugar for the recipe to come out right, but I still want the sweetness without all the SUGAR. I highly recommend using NuNaturals stevia – it does not have the bitter after-taste that most processed stevia products have. I use that Shit in everything! - From sweet to savory recipes. Stevia is great for people trying to lose weight, have blood sugar issues or candida. I LOVE IT!

Tip #3 – After making your almond nut milk, simply use the remaining pulp to create a healthy treat. Please don’t throw it in the trash! Left over almond pulp is a great substitute for flour in many recipes. Two versions for drying:

Dehydrator - spread your almond pulp out on a tray lined with a Teflex sheet (if not, the pulp will fall through the cracks) and dehydrate at 115 degrees for 4 to 8 hours (longer depending on type of dehydrator used and moisture in environment). I use an Excalibur 9 tray with timer and LOVE it! Once the almond pulp is completely dry, Transfer dry pulp to a high-speed blender or food processor and buzz till a flour like consistency is achieved. It doesn’t have to be perfect! That’s it! I store the almond flour in a glass mason jar in my fridge, and use it as I bake. One cup of almonds used in almond milk will yield about 1/2 cup of almond flour.
Oven – spread your almond pulp out on a parchment lined cookie sheet and place in oven set at lowest temperature setting – 200 degrees and “dry out” for 2 – 3 hours. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t toast too much. Transfer dry pulp to a blender or food processor and buzz till a flour like consistency is achieved. It doesn’t have to be perfect!

Decadent Gluten-free Chocolate Brownies

2013-05-12 10:42:56

This fantastic brownie recipe caters to the very aspect of using "left-over" almond pulp. The brownie came out light, moist and fluffy in texture but deep and intense with the chocolate flavor. Serves an 8″x8″ pan.

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Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

35 min

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

35 min

Ingredients

1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

1 small organic apple* (see tips below) or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/2 cup organic coconut sugar

7 drops of NuNaturals Liquid Stevia

1/4 tsp. vanilla bean powder or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large organic free-range eggs

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 cup raw cacao powder

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1/2 cup ground almond pulp*

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350F, and line an 8″x8″ glass dish with parchment paper.

Make your applesauce.

Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl, and stir well to combine into a thick batter.

Pour the batter into the parchment-lined dish, and bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes, until the edges are pulling away from the sides of the pan and the center is firm.

Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.

The brownies are so rich and fudgy, you may find that they are difficult to slice without some of the fudgy middles sticking to the knife - I did.

I recommend chilling the brownies in the fridge or freezer to make the cutting process go more smoothly, then allow to thaw to room temperature, if you like.

Notes

Tip #1 - When a recipe calls for applesauce - which helps out with a more moist final product and lends a natural sweetness factor - use an organic apple (skin is full of fiber and pectin), cut into slices (don't use core), put into a high powered blender (I use a Vitamix) and puree for a few seconds - Voila - homemade applesauce that is raw, full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and MORE that a store-bought, processed, "hidden ingredients" apple sauce will NOT have. If you don't have an organic apple, peel the skin off and you are still doing WAY BETTER than store-bought jars.

Tip #2 - After making your almond nut milk, simply use the remaining pulp to create a healthy treat. Please don’t throw it in the trash! Left over almond pulp is a great substitute for flour in many recipes. To prepare the almond pulp, you must dry it completely after making your almond milk. You can do this in an low-temperature oven, or dehydrator, then transfer the dried almond pulp to a blender or food processor, and process it into a light and fluffy “flour” texture.

By Kibby@Kibby's Blended Life

Adapted from Detoxinista

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I hope you enjoy these little chocolate beauties and let me know what you think.

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May the GREENS be with You! and Be Inspired!

Kibby

May9

Thoughtful Thursday

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Kibby

Thoughtful Thursday

via Truth Beckons

♥ NUGGETS OF WISDOM FOR THOSE IN TRANSITION – What perfect timing for this amazing post by the beautiful, Connie Chapman. I know several of you could use this information and insight right now (along with me). Please soak it up, forgive and open to possibilities. XO

♥ NEW MOON Solar ECLIPSE in Taurus May 9th – 10th 2013~ Amazing insight and advice!

♥ Trying and Troubleshooting the Oil Cleansing Method: Tips For Flawless, Oil-Cleansed Skin – FANTASTIC article on the oil cleansing method! I have been implementing the OCM for about 8 months now with great results. Recently, I have noticed some changes in my skin and will tweak my proportions to see how this works. My skin has never looked and felt better since using the simple, natural, inexpensive, effective method.

♥ The Ingredients in Sunscreen Destroying Your Health – Great article on sunscreens! What to look out for and what to choose that is best for your skin and health.

via Truth Beckons

♥ Solar Eclipse in Taurus – May 2013 – Signs of Life – Beautiful clarity and insight from the lovely Leah Whitehorse.

♥ 10 Reasons You Should Use Dandelion Greens In Your Green Smoothie – I LOVE Organic dandelion greens in my smoothies! They are so nutritious and a great overall cleanser (especially the liver). I go out in my yard and pick them. Be sure that if you collect them in the wild (yards and parks) that the area has NOT been treated or sprayed with pesticides and chemicals. Or just go purchase them at your local health food/ whole foods store. Check out why they are great to incorporate periodically into your smoothie rotation of greens.

♥ 5 Tips To Manifest Miracles – Great tips for manifesting better. May is the month for MANIFESTING. So learn to do it properly for best results.

♥ The 6 Steps To Becoming A Modern Mystic - Love this!

via Pure Vibrant Living

♥ NEW MOON Solar ECLIPSE in Taurus May 9th – 10th 2013! – Read this last and bring it into your awareness for the day/ evening and REALLY focus on what you desire to manifest and create in your life NOW! Wow! It mentions the aspect of “A Taurus solar eclipse brings up issues of self-worth and values, it is a time to examine old value systems that no longer serve our lives”. - it sure has for me. Lots of self-growth, clearing out old thoughts/beliefs/patterns and decluttering (mostly emotional) but DAMN GOOD! This frees up space for the amazing things in life that we are manifesting to come right in and take home with ease and grace. This is a POWERFUL article that I see many of you in – I encourage YOU to see YOUR worthiness, value, divinity, femininity, strength, and MORE! Let the light of your inner Being shine into the world – You are beautiful and wonderful to me – I see and feel it – see if for yourself.

Have a fantastic weekend and focus on yourself and your AMAZINGNESS!

I love you all! ♥

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May the GREENS be with You! and Be Inspired!

Kibby

May8

My Raw Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars – NOW AVAILABLE TO YOU!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Kibby

My Raw Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars – NOW AVAILABLE TO YOU!

Raw Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars

I have been making these Amazing, Great-Tasting, Nutrient-Dense Protein Bars for years for myself and my family. I am now happy to announce that I am making them available to YOU!

Each bar is hand-made with quality, organic and natural ingredients and superfoods. Only the BEST for my family and YOU!

What makes these bars so nutritious is that the ingredients are raw foods, so they retain their vitamins and minerals, unlike many cooked and processed foods. And because they are blended they are easy to digest. The balance of proteins, carbohydrates and fats in these bars makes them perfect after a workout, as a quick snack, a meal replacement, while hiking or playing hard, for days out with your kids, or for a natural energy boost.

They are a Super-premium “Meal in a Bar“.

* Raw *

* Gluten-Free *

* Dairy Free *

* Soy Free *

* Hand-Made With Love for Extraordinary Health *

* Made Fresh to Order *

For these bars, I use Organic Superfoods for Nutrient Density and Energy along with tonic Herbs for Adaptability & Muscle Repair.

INGREDIENTS:

Dates, Almonds*, coconut flakes*, Walnuts, Raw Cacao Powder*, Dandy Blend™, Sunwarrior™Blend Protein Powder*, lime juice*, coconut oil*, Maca powder*, cinnamon and sea salt. (* denotes ORGANIC).

Each bar is approximately 2.8 oz and 2″ X 3″ X 5/8″ in size. Because they are handmade, some variation in size and weight can occur.

Dates have a natural balance of many minerals such as calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, copper, iron, selenium and potassium. They are high in fiber and a great source of energy. Dates are rich in Polyphenols, a plant antioxidant that has a high capacity for reducing oxidative stress.

Almonds are a unique package of nutrients – a great source of highly absorbable protein (6 grams per ounce) along with dietary fiber, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, zinc, iron and vitamin E.

Coconut Flakes are rich in lauric acid, which is known for being antiviral, antibacterial and anti-fungal, as well as boosting the immune system. It’s also a great source of healthy fats.

Walnuts pack a significant amount of omega-3 fatty acids! They are rich in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Walnuts are one of the best plant sources of protein!

Raw Cacao powder is one of the richest sources of immune-boosting antioxidants found in nature. It provides important minerals including magnesium and iron. Raw Cacao is also a concentrated form of healthy dietary fiber. All raw cacao products contain the unique alkaloid chemicals theobromine, phenylethylamine and anandamine that help you feel happy. Raw cacao is energizing, adaptogenic, mood enhancing and simply great tasting.

Dandy Blend™ is a delicious herbal beverage with the taste, body, and texture of coffee. Dandelion root is what makes Dandy Blend unique as it contains over 50 trace minerals. Certified gluten-free due to a special extraction process.

Sunwarrior™ Blend Protein Powder is a unique, raw, plant-based protein with a complete amino acid profile exceptionally high in Arginine, Lysine, Leucine, and branched chain amino acids. Warrior Blend is an easily digestible, nutrient filled superfood perfect for anyone who wants to amplify their health and fitness levels. Best of all, it tastes phenomenal.

Lime Juice is valued for culinary purposes as a preservative and flavoring, as well as for its nutritional value. A good source of vitamin C and Dietary fiber, it helps facilitate digestion and may prevent constipation.

Coconut oil is about 50 percent lauric acid, a rare medium-chain fatty acid that supports healthy metabolism and is now being studied for its anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial health-protecting properties.

Maca Due to its extremely rich nutritional value, this root not only aids recovery but also promotes rapid healing and eliminates different kinds of stress related problems. Peruvians believe that even a small amount of maca can sustain performance and energy for hours.

Cinnamon contains cinnamaldehyde, a potent anti-inflammatory phytonutrient. Plus, it’s anti-microbial, a great source of chromium which helps control blood sugar and boosts brain function. It also contains manganese, calcium, iron and fiber.

Sea salt contains trace elements and minerals.

My Raw Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars are handmade fresh to order by me in small, individual batches with love and positive energy. Each order will take several days to handcraft, wrap, and travel to you. Please place your orders with this in mind.

Please store the bars in the refrigerator upon arrival for they are perishable and this ensures a longer shelf life. They will last several weeks sealed in the fridge. Bars can be frozen for longer life – thaw before eating.

Indulge your friends, family, and colleagues with my Raw Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars for
activities, parties, meetings, workouts, snacks and just all round “good sharing”!

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Check out testimonials from them already!

“The superfood protein bars are incredible….better than anything you can buy in the store and so much healthier. My husband has eaten 2 today so far and I am trying to use control and not keep up with his count. I will definitely be reordering the protein bars.” ~Serena A., Kansas, USA

“I love the bars! In fact my daughter whom can be picky about flavor and texture loves them. I am impressed with the quality of the ingredients they are superior bars to anything you can buy at your local health food store.” ~Christine O., GA, USA

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HOW TO ORDER YOURS NOW!

* To Place An Order: Email me @ kibbymiller@tds.net with your name, shipping address and the quantity you wish to purchase.

* Payment: I accept PayPal. Upon receiving your email with order details, I will send you a Paypal invoice. Once payment is received, I will prepare your order from scratch and notify you when package is shipped.

* Shipping: All items are handmade in very small batches by me. ** Please allow up to 1 week from purchase date for me to have them ready for shipment .** Thank you for your patience as I lovingly hand-make your bars. I ship using USPS Priority Mail. I can ship up to 12 bars for $6.50. Over that amount, email me for a shipping price quote.

MY SHIPPING COST ALSO INCLUDES HANDLING:
This includes boxes, packing materials, trips to post office, printer ink, and the time to lovingly pack and label each order.

*** I have no control over your package once it is in the hands of USPS so we can not issue refunds for undelivered or lost packages. You will need to contact USPS if they make a mistake with your delivery. If you are concerned about this please request that I add shipping insurance to your order. ***

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
Customers are responsible for any local fees, duties, taxes or brokerage charges that may be incurred on your package upon its arrival in your country. Please inquire with your local post office to find out the fees associated with your order prior to purchasing from me. If for any reason you do not claim or are unable to claim your package from Customs, I will not issue a refund. I ship Priority Mail International, and send tracking information with delivery notification. I can email proof of mailing to international customers and I am not able to offer refunds to international customers for undelivered packages.

RETURNS

I want you to be very happy with your purchase. However, due to the nature of the product, I am not able to accept returns.

I look forward to hearing from you and to be able to provide these AMAZING, nutritious, superfood protein bars to you, your family and friends.

Contact me @ kibbymiller@tds.net to place your order NOW!

May the GREENS be with You! and Be Inspired!

Kibby

May7

How To Eat Healthy While Traveling

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Kibby

How To Eat Healthy While Traveling

Healthy Travels

Well, I am now back home and settled in for awhile from my travels to Orlando, FL last week and from Charleston, SC this past weekend. While in SC, I stayed with my friend, Sara Campbell in her beautiful home and was blessed to use her kitchen and cook for us all. I did bring some basics with me while on the road traveling to her home (6 hour drive) and while staying with her at her place for a few days. While in FL, I was gone for 5 days away from my kitchen, but I took my healthy eating along with me on the road.

Some people say, “You travel with all this stuff!” My answer: This is my lifestyle. It is how I live, thrive and prosper in my mind and body. I don’t put myself or my health and well-being on the back burner for a few days/ week and go for total convenience in the outside world. I have to be careful eating out at most restaurants because of gluten and many unhealthy ingredients are hidden in food, so you HAVE TO ASK and look out for yourself. Again, my health and well being come FIRST and FOREMOST to me. I have wavered in the past of NOT planning and taking certain ingredients/supplements/meals with me while traveling and experienced/ learned many hard lessons. I don’t compromise anymore! I actually went out and bought an inexpensive ($10) single unit burner/warmer so that I could heat up my meals and tonics in a skillet and small pan in the hotel room. It was small, lightweight and barely took up any room. PERFECT!

So, let me show you how eating a healthy, plant-based diet can easily and economically be done. It took some pre-planning, but it was SO WORTH IT. There are several STAPLES that I NEVER COMPROMISE with in my daily regime – they are my foundation:

GREEN SMOOTHIES
SUPPLEMENTS
TEAS/TONICS
FRESH WATER
VEGGIES/FRUIT

Prior to my FL trip, I spent a day in the kitchen making meals and prepping. I made a large batch of stir-fry veggie quinoa, roasted root veggies, made several smoothies, zucchini hummus, filled up several containers (4 gallons) of our fresh spring water (priceless!), filled baby jars with my tonic ingredients (so it’s easy – open jar, toss ingredients in Vitamix along with water – BLEND – warm in saucepan on electric burner and Voila! Warm, healing tonic in several minutes), pre-cut cucumbers for dipping in hummus, bags of misc. smoothie ingredients (apples,bananas,lemons,kale) with jars of chia seeds, Maca, cacao nibs, bee pollen and goji berries, baked a dense seed/nut bread, pre-cut the loaf for ease and use, brought several avocados, my raw cacao superfood protein bars (a complete meal), miscellaneous teas, and supplements. I brought a mini cutting board, knife and my travel cooler always has a small jar of himalayan salt, chipotle pepper and small utensils. Of course, my VITAMIX went with me. She always does!

So, my first day on the road, I had everything I needed. My morning smoothie, snacks, afternoon smoothie and plenty of veggie options for lunch with LOTS of fresh water. When I arrived at the hotel and checked in, I took everything to my room and got my “kitchenette” set up and filled the mini fridge. For dinner that evening, I heated up some of the roasted veggies in my skillet on the warmer plate and made a small kale salad. It was wonderful! Eating clean and feeling great! I actually felt great from the 10 hour travel.

I stayed at the Radisson Hotel in Orlando, FL and was highly impressed with its cleanliness, friendly/helpful staff, beautiful room, large bathroom, Sleep Number beds, down comforter and much more. I would stay with them again if I ever go back to the area. Fantastic experience. My seminar was located about a mile away at the Peabody Hotel – can I just say “WOW!” What a place. I loved being able to walk around everywhere. Orlando was clean, friendly and safe!

With each day attending the seminar that went from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m (with a few breaks in between along with lunch and dinner break), I took my tea canister with tea inside and filled up with hot water provided at seminar, morning smoothie (which I made fresh each morning), lunch (bread with avocado/salt/chipotle pepper – YUM!), protein bars, water, stevia for sweetening tea. A few nights, I would walk back to room for dinner and then walk back to seminar.

Found some pretty flowers outside the hotel (jasmine in the center) to enjoy and liven up the room.

Miscellaneous teas

Leaving the room every morning at 8 a.m. with my 8 – 10 lb. briefcase (I got a good workout with the weight and walking), getting fresh air, stimulating exercise and greetings with friendly people passing by. I didn’t mind carrying a brief case that weighed a bit – I had my goodies with me and I was prepared. I felt good the entire time. Several days in a row, when I was sitting outside enjoying the 85 degree, sunny weather during the breaks (it was COLD inside the rooms during the seminars) several women came up to me asking where I got the delicious looking food I was eating, avocados, and tea. I told them I made it and brought with me. They immediately said, “That’s brilliant! I should have done that. The food inside is not that good or healthy and costs WAY TOO MUCH.” Yep! There’s a reason I do what I do. I offered some of my food to several people, who in turn took me up on my offer and I connected with some real nice people that way. They left feeling inspired and motivated to plan ahead next time. One lady, skipped one of the short seminars to go to a nearby Whole Foods to get a few basics to be prepared for the next few days. Score! I inspired someone new with just a 15 minute talk. Made my day!!

Tonic jars and supplements

Smoothie makings

I took a small glass jar with some Dr. Bronner’s liquid castille soap and a sponge for cleaning my dishes in the bathroom sink every evening when getting back from the seminar for the day. Easy and practical.

Top shelf: blueberry chia pudding, aloe vera gel for smoothies
Middle shelf: hummus, bread, apples/lemons, stir-fry veggie quinoa, 1 avocado, kale
Bottom shelf:more avocados, chaga tea for tonic base,roasted veggies, cucumbers, protein bars

LOTS of fresh water.

By traveling with your own food and preparing it while at the hotel room, you save tons of money and your body thanks you for feeding it healthy, wholesome foods. I did eat out two nights: Once by myself – I had a large grilled veggie platter that was divine with a small glass of wine – sitting outside and enjoying “people watching”. The last night in FL, I had dinner with a new friend I made at the seminar. The head chef at the restaurant was more than accommodating to fix me a lovely meal that was gluten-free and vegan inspired. Just ask and see if places can do a few things for you according to your special dietary needs. Most places will, especially GOOD places. I enjoyed the dining experience with good company and great food.

I had plenty of food for the whole trip (even my drive back home). I didn’t have to stop and make poor choices along the way because I wasn’t prepared. Preparation is KEY. Once you start incorporating it into your routine, it becomes second nature. It CAN be done with some planning and fore thought. I look forward to traveling more knowing that it is quite easy and practical. I hope this inspired you!

Do you ever plan ahead while traveling to keep your diet and lifestyle in check? What are YOUR basics and foundation staples?

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May3

Come Have a Stroll With Me in My Yard – Spring 2013

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Kibby

Come Have a Stroll With Me in My Yard – Spring 2013

I LOVE SPRING!!!

As you are reading this and enjoying a stroll with me through my yard, I am driving to Charleston, SC. Saturday, May 4th, I am doing a healthy cooking class for my friend, Sara Campbell, at her house for her friends and family. I am so excited to finally meet this beautiful woman whom I have become friends with thru my blog.

May is a time of MANIFESTING. I am here right now stating my desires to manifest in my life the opportunity to travel to people’s homes, do retreats, or they can come here to my house and teach/share with them all that I know and have learned thru my transformation of health/wellness. It is my passion and mission to show others that living and eating healthy can be easier than they thought, make plant based meals that are healthy and taste freaking AMAZING, organize and declutter their kitchens for a balanced flow of energy, green living tips, organic gardening and much more in person. What do you choose to manifest in your life? Manifest every day this month and be diligent about it. Desire more love, joy, peace, abundance, finances, traveling, whatever? Visualize it and create it. You CAN DO IT!

Oh, BTW, Scott and I planted and landscaped EVERYTHING you see here from the time we built the house and moved in 2004. See what manifesting, diligence, hard work and LOVE create. Beauty in our lives.

Have fun in the yard, stop and smell the flowers (they smell AMAZING!) and hope to see you sometime soon. You never know!

Looking off to side of yard from front porch.

Looking off to side/back yard from front porch.

View from front porch going out towards parking area.

Hidey spot for sitting, meditating, enjoying company amongst hostas and ivy.

Side yard next to creek. Yellow flowers are flame azaleas that smell stunning – like honeysuckle yumminess!

Swing that Scott built out of scrap material for $20 over looking our creek. So peaceful and relaxing.

Irises that smell like grape candy. Our front field.

Walk path around other side of house.

Continuing around side of house to see more flame azaleas, red japanese maple tree and other plants to bloom later in season.

Walk path veers off towards Scott’s workshop (man cave) lined with flame azalea and KnockOut rose.

Walk path continues to side of house/back yard where dogs hang out and play.

Walk path ends to a swing set amongst more pretty plants (yet to bloom) in the back yard.

Hope you enjoyed it. I love our yard. The hard work paid off.

Have a wonderful weekend and I’ll be back next week with more information and recipes. XO

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May the GREENS be with You! and Be Inspired!

Kibby

May2

Thoughtful Thursday

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Kibby

Thoughtful Thursday

via Penni Shelton

♥ Let Go and Experience Life: 8 Ways to Stop Living in Crisis Mode - Oh, what a great article. I think we all could use this reminder from time to time.

♥ 10 Magical Indoor Plants To Attract Love, Joy And Prosperity! - Great tips and advice for bringing more radical-ness into your life.

♥ May Forecast 2013 - Holy WOW! If it is ever a time to manifest, THE TIME IS NOW! Create those vision boards you haven’t gotten around to making (hello, ME!), write and say daily your intentions and creations.

♥ Big, Fat FEAR Holding You Down in a Head-Lock? - I think we all experience the big F word at some point during our day in little ways. Check out this article and see what to do about it.

♥ The Most Effective Medicine For Overeating and Bad Mood – My body has been telling me the exact same thing – to play more, relax, step away from the computer and enjoy LIFE. This is my new prescription now. What is yours?

♥ Smoothies: 24 of Our Favorite Healthy Recipes – These look fun and tasty!

♥ Kaypacha’s “Hang in there” Pele Report for week of May 1st 2013~ Good information here!!!

♥ 10 Smoothies We Can’t Stop Sipping – Oh, these are some amazing, healthy smoothie recipes here. Julie Morris is one the smoothie chefs (she’s awesome!) and I am currently drinking the Cookie Dough one as a I type this – it’s a winner! They all look smashing and very unique. I will be making each one for sure!

This happened to me three and half years ago! One of the best moments in my life.

♥ 10 Things You Must Give Up! – Great advice and things to implement.

♥ The theme for May 2013 is MANIFESTING – It’s time to really dig deep and clear out those old thoughts, patterns and behaviors so that we can manifest all that is our deepest desires. I know I’ve got some issues to work on this month and replace with miracles and worthiness. I value myself – so I will do this. How about you?

♥ How Drinking Tea Creates Healthy Habits and Curbs Cravings – My beautiful friend, Fehreen Ali – teaologist – is interviewed with The Mindful Foodie in this great article. Go check it out and ENTER for a chance to win some of her amazing teas.

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May the GREENS be with You! and Be Inspired!

Kibby

Apr25

Thoughtful Thursday

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Kibby

Thoughtful Thursday

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♥ 8 Simple Ways to Live Greener - Some great tips here to help you get a little closer to living GREENER.

♥ 25 Uses for Tea Tree Oil – I love this stinky essential oil. It has done wonders for me and my family (dogs included). I like to mix tea tree and lavender oil with water to make my own anti-bacterial cleaner around the house – the lavender oil helps the smell (that’s my personal preference). I also add tea tree and peppermint oil in my homemade tooth paste – works like a charm. Check out some of the great ways to use it.

♥ You are Here to STAND OUT! NOW is the Time! - I know we ALL can relate to this one! I am doing some things in my life right now that I feel SO STRONGLY about and stepping outside of the box and out of my comfort zone. I am starting to stand out and I am NOT used to that. But it feels SO RIGHT to share my wisdom, insight and LIGHT with others. It is the time and here I come! Do the same yourself. You are amazing and have much to offer, just allow yourself to do so. I KNOW you can do it!

♥ Sneaky Names for MSG: Check Your Labels – ALWAYS read your labels and the ingredients in a product. Some things have sounded so good until I started reading the ingredients and BAM! Oh Hell NO! That ingredient is not acceptable or healthy. So, learn the names of ingredients that are not healthy or that you may be allergic to. This is a fantastic comprehensive list of the No-No’s. Knowledge is power for your body and mind.

♥ Happy Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio - Good stuff happening today! Read and learn what is here and coming. Enjoy!

♥ 6 Ways to Activate The Wood Element Now – Fantastic, insightful advice from the beautiful, Rhiannon Griffiths – acupuncturist on finding balance with our body, mind and spirit during the Spring season.

♥ Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio – April 2013 – Testing Times - Great insight from Leah Whitehorse during the lunar eclipse and more.

♥ Ayurveda Made Simple. - Here’s a fun chart explaining some of the basics of Ayurveda and our constitutions.

♥ Start Believing in Yourself: How To Adopt A Language of Love – Great advice and reminders to our self.

♥ STEP UP AND SHINE YOUR LIGHT - Inspiring words from the gorgeous, Connie Chapman.

♥ Top Tips For How To Go Green With Food – Great article from my friend, Tess Masters AKA The Blender Girl. Implement these green lifestyle tips and see how much of a difference you can make for your life, family, wallet, and the world.

♥ My Key Principles Of A Healthy Diet That Works - I love this article by Nadya Andreeva in which she is honest about her confused and frustrated state of how not all diets work for everyone. I agree with her overall philosophy and key principles.

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May the GREENS be with You! and Be Inspired!

Kibby

Apr23

Watch Me From “Food is Medicine” Seminar

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Kibby

Watch Me From “Food is Medicine” Seminar

Food is Medicine

Discussing the importance of a plant based lifestyle.

Last week, I posted that I was speaking along with Dr. Micheal Gallo at his office regarding “Food is Medicine” contributing to his Revive & Thrive Seminars. I discussed my journey with healing myself with plant based foods and how I continue to do so. I also made two smoothies for everyone attending to sample. People were blown away by the taste and creaminess of the concoctions and how simple they were to make and incorporate into a daily lifestyle.

Preparing smoothies for everyone and having fun.

My wonderful husband, Scott videotaped the whole seminar and we have it provided here for you to watch. Part 1 is my one hour segment and Part 2 is Dr. Gallo’s segment talking about digestion – it is a MUST watch. I learned so much from him. Enjoy and let us know what you think. Smoothie recipes from video included for you below video links.

Part 1 – Kibby Miller

Part 2 – Dr. Michael Gallo

Blueberry Banana Superfood Smoothie

2 – 3 bananas (frozen or fresh)
2 cups frozen blueberries
2 cups water
1 TB. chia seeds
small handful of goji berries
3 Medjool dates
vanilla stevia to taste (optional)
3 cups organic spinach or kale
1 TB. organic coconut oil

Simply blend all ingredients in a high speed blender, I use a Vitamix, until smooth. Enjoy!

Tropical Detox Green Smoothie

1 – 2 cups coconut water or fresh water
2 cups organic spinach (or greens of choice)
1 handful of fresh cilantro
1 cup fresh mango
2 bananas (frozen or fresh)

Simply blend all ingredients in a high speed blender, I use a Vitamix, until smooth. Enjoy!

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Kibby

Apr22

Current Happenings and Healthy Cooking Class Pictures

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Kibby

Current Happenings and Healthy Cooking Class Pictures

Updates and Pictures from Class

I wanted to let all of you know that I will be attending a “Be the Change” seminar in Orlando, FL this coming week thru the weekend. It is time for me to step up and move beyond my comfort zone to shine my light in what I love to do and share my passions. I will be learning how to be of service through the website and in person offering nutritional consultations, kitchen organization, healthy cooking classes and more while earning a living doing it. I have so many ideas and projects that I would like to get going, but just not sure how to go about doing so. I am learning from the sassy and brilliant, Suzanne Evans, how to facilitate all this into a way that I can cater more to my niche. I am super excited about this new venture in life and open to many possibilities and miracles.

When I get back from FL., I will be home for 3 days and off again to Charleston, SC for the weekend to do a healthy cooking class for my friend, Sara Campbell in her home for her friends and family on Saturday, May 4th. We’re expecting around 15 people. Wow! I am open to teaching and sharing my services of the healthy cooking classes to those who would like them. If interested, contact me for further information.

With this being said, I’ve got a few posts ready for you (videos from my seminar last week with Dr. Gallo – coming tomorrow and of course, Thoughtful Thursdays). So, I won’t be posting much while traveling and busy with other projects at the moment. I will be back with more recipes and videos very soon though.

Here are some highlights from the healthy cooking class over the weekend. I am putting out a HUGE THANK YOU for my beautiful friend, Darcey Sanders for taking such amazing and captivating photos of the class and food. Much appreciated dear! XO

Gingersnap Green Smoothie

My friend, Rachel with her son, Eli – he LOVES his green smoothies. Got smoothie! I love this picture!

Rob, Donna and Judy taking notes and learning – probably waiting for the good food to come their way.

Scott in the background helping wash dishes while I am preparing to make raw zucchini noodles.

Raw zucchini noodle time! Gigi Gould looking on to see how easy and fun it is to make raw pasta using a Tri-best vegetable spiralizer.

Raw Zucchini Pasta with Vegan Ginger Garlic Creamy Alfredo Sauce

Quinoa pasta with vegan spicy cheese sauce topped with fresh cilantro

Baked spaghetti squash with homemade marinara

Baked spaghetti squash with homemade marinara, nut meat topped with fresh basil

Blueberry Cream chia pudding topped with raw cacao nibs

Rachel, Eli and Rob enjoying the food.

Have a fantastic week! XO

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