Sugar-free trial update

So the sugar free trial was definitely a big ole failure. But that's okay.

Why is that okay? Because I've learned a little bit more about nutrition and what's in my food. I am still actively trying to limit my sugar intake, and even invested in some agave nectar (it was on sale, and I've always wanted to try it)


Photo found on Google Images search here

  Not quite the bottle I got, but it looks pretty close.


Also been thinking about looking into stevia


But mostly, I found that I had a lot of trouble in the afternoon, after I had eaten all the nice juicy fruit I brought to eat.

So I've started bringing extra fruit to work, to try and help me over the afternoon slump of sugar deprivation.


Peaches seem to be my body's favourite natural sugar source, and I can't wait until they're back in season here. Unfortunately, that'll be around 8 months *sad face*

What food helps your body beat the afternoon drag?

Peace and serenity,

Simply Me

Wednesday's Small Step: Smile at strangers

When you feel sad, or lonely, doesn't it always pick you up when you see someone smiles at you? It could be the guy sweeping the sidewalk downtown, or the friendly cashier at the coffee shop. Or your child when you wake them up in the mornig. But it always makes you feel that little bit better.

Can't you be that for somebody? Pay it forward, and share the happiness you feel.

It will feel so good. And it doesn't take any extra effort. Just throw a smile on your face, and watch people light up when they pass you.

Love is all you need. Love can change the world. One smile at a time.

Peace and serenity,

Simply Me

Enjoy the Small Steps series? Let me know what you think below.

Day 20: The one who broke my heart the hardest ALSO...

Wow, talk about a depressing topic there... Heart breaking... Lucky me I haven't had too much of that.

I will go with someone I was friends with (very good friends, we'd hang out almost everyday at school.) that I dated for just over 2 weeks.

That seems lame, heart broken after 2 weeks, you'd think that'd be like a gust of wind.

But in that 2 weeks, we were very close, and I thought we were happy.

Then we got intimate, and I got dumped on Christmas Day. That night was the first night I cried myself to sleep.

So, DC, this tweet is for you.

@DC You broke my heart and stepped all over it. Now you think we can be friends? Good luck. Please leave me alone and find someone else to hurt.

ALSO!!!

Happy news!!!

I got a new job! I will be working for the federal government in a temporary position. I know, temporary, seems so lame and insecure. But it's through a very good placement agency (run by the government to fill spots that need someone for a spot like maternity leave, back to school, etc) and as long as I show up and I work productively (no issue there) I will keep getting new contracts!

Happy days!!

I start next Monday (the 27th) and I'm counting the days!


And, as always,

Happiness and peace,


Simply Me

I received a blog award!

Believe it or not, I received a blog award, straight from The Tsaritsa herself. Shout out, love your blog girl! Thanks for the award! I know I've been mentioning her a lot, but it's not my fault, I swear, she's just awesome. Everyone should check her out. Just saying :)

Anyways, the rules of blog awards, or something, state that I have to feed you guys 7 fun, unique, or at least somewhat interesting facts about myself. That you may or may not know. Sooo... here goes:

1. I am absolutely petrified of pretty much anything with more than 4 legs. So insects, spiders, scorpions, etc. All the tiny things in life. Snakes, however, with no legs, are not a problem. I love them.

2. I love animals, and would love to own a big house with lots of animals in it eventually. Kind of like a crazy cat lady, but not just cats. Want to keep my crazy options open. Maybe I'll be the crazy hampster lady?

3. Reading is something I've always loved, even though I read too fast and almost always have to read a book twice to understand it.

4. I'm a big nerd at heart, I love learning new things, playing on the computer, and playing video games.

5. Kind of a segway off the last one, I'm not an especially social person. I like spending time with people, I'm not a hermit or anything, but I really enjoy sitting down by myself and just relaxing, knitting, listening to music, watching tv, etc.

6. I have a 6 year old daughter, who is the cutest thing ever, that changed my life. I was 17 when I had her, and I wouldn't take it back. I love her very much, and I don't feel that I've missed out on anything because of her.

7. Last but not least, in case anyone hasn't picked up on it, I'm a lesbian. I'm getting married at the end of this month (August 31st!!) to the best, most wonderful, most supportive woman I've ever met.

Now, onto the 9 blogs I think deserve this award:

Rob Johnson from Rob's World
Annah from Red Means Go
Deanna Duke from Crunchy Chicken
Tamara from Quest for Happiness
Lisa from Condo Blues
Beth Terry from Fake Plastic Fish
Mark and Melanie from No New Plastic
PrettyPrincessXo from I wish I was a Disney Princess
Amanda Lynne from 20 Something and Loving It?

They all rock for different reasons, and you should totally check them all out.

Peace, love, and happiness to everyone

Simply Me

Day 7 of 30: My ex-partner ... awkward

So today's challenge tweet goes to an ex. Like the Tsaritsa I don't much keep in close contact with my exes. Particularly the ones I would have the most to say to. I don't like negativity, and I prefer to keep people around me that make me feel good, either about myself or the world in general.

And so, this tweet will not go to a bad ex, as that just spreads negativity and bad feelings, but instead towards one that I was close friends with and have since lost contact with over the years.

@MRobert You always were a great guy, full of smiles despite the world. I hope wherever you are, you're still smiling. Spread your joy and love.