Currently Reading: Wrapped in Pleasure

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I try to get in a new book every other week....I TRY!!!

My love mystery, anything spy related and romance.

This week, I am beginning a romance novel by one of my favorite authors. Brenda Jackson.

"Two Westmoreland novels—one classic and one new—from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Brenda Jackson

Delaney's Desert Sheikh

A mix-up in Delaney Westmoreland's vacation plans forces her to share a cabin with a tall, dark and oh-so-handsome sheikh who is bent on her seduction. Jamal Ari Yasir intends to school Delaney in sensuality for his own pleasure. But instead of loving and leaving her, he becomes enraptured by an irresistible and unforgettable passion for his sexy-as-sin roommate. Can the arrogant sheikh convince his secret lover that they are fated for more than just a summer fling?

Seduced by a Stranger

Johari Yasir has no interest in returning to her homeland to marry a man she's never met—at least, not without sowing some wild oats first. And when a handsome charmer offers to whisk her away in his private plane, she impulsively accepts. Rasheed Valdemon is shocked that his bride-to-be would fly off with someone she barely knows— even though he's the one doing the asking. More surprising is his hunger for this lovely, rebellious woman. Yet what will happen when she realizes she's been seduced by the man who's destined to be her husband?"

Finished 1 class 2 to go.

Last week I completed yet another course. I am so close to the finish line and I cannot wait. I really didn't have much to talk about today. I decided to complete that mindful eating workbook. I will share each chapter with you as I complete it.

Chapter 1 is basically the introduction and assessment to mindful eating. I will be back tomorrow to share my results and what I have personally learned.

How's the eating going? This meme should answer your question.



I decided to invest in another treadmill. My handsome husband cracker the base of the last machine and I gave it away to someone who wanted to invest in the repair.

So I will end this here. I dont want to ramble. Talk to you tomorrow.

Mindful Eating

Hey Guys, I was wondering if you wanted to complete a mindful eating self-help guide. 

I purchased the book Eating Mindfully: How to End Mindless Eating and Enjoy a Balanced Relationship with Food, Edition 

I wrote a  few papers on mindful eating using a few mindful eating guides but never actually completed the exercises to eat more mindful. I think I want to try it out soon. 


According to Am I hungry.com 
Mindful eating is eating with intention and attention:

Eating with the intention of caring for yourself

Eating with the attention necessary for noticing and enjoying your food and its effects on your body

As you can see, mindful eating is much more than “eating slowly, without distraction.” While that’s certainly an important part of it, at Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training, we believe that mindful eating encompasses the entire process of eating:

Awareness of your physical and emotional cues
Recognition of your non-hunger triggers for eating
Learning to meet your other needs in more effective ways than eating

Choosing food for both enjoyment and nourishment
Eating for optimal satisfaction and satiety

Using the fuel you’ve consumed to live the vibrant life you crave


This broad application makes mindful eating a powerful tool for developing a healthier, happier relationship with food."

I will make time soon to complete the workbook and when I do I will share each step with you. 

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Review: ProX by Olay Advanced Cleansing System

I have not done a review in years but I really liked my first impression of the is product I just had to share. Went to CVS today and had a $3 off of $15 coupon for facial products. CVS also offered a $2 extra buck reward for the purchase of this product. The original cost is $24.99 with a $3 coupon and $2 cash back.


This advanced cleasing system offers  a 2-speed facial brush, 2 double A batteries, and an exfoliating renewal cleanser. It claims to be water resistant since it was made for the shower but should not be submerged in water. You must replace the facial brush every 3 months. This exfoliating system can be used daily. Despite having the exfoliation cream coming with the product, Olay says you can use any cleanser for a deep cleansing experience.

It claims to cleanse hard to remove makeup and assist in maximizing the immediate moisturizing and assists with anti-aging moisturizers.

I have only used the product twice but so far, I think I like it. I see these cleansing brushes all over youtube. A lot of beauty gurus offering discount codes for different companies. I have to be honest, I really didnt pay too much attention. I did notice a few different brands in my local big boxes but never really took interest. However, coupons do motivate me. I did notice an instant shine and it left my skin feeling extra clean. I feel that it does everything it claims and I think it was worth the purchase. I will experiment with other products with the brush but Im pretty sure it will work great.

The refill brush retails at  around 8 bucks.

Soooo if you are interested in trying it out, give it a shot. Tell me what you think.

How is my diet going??? Its going. I need to go workout. I have been debating for years to get certified as a group fitness instructor but I am not sure of the investment. I will speak with you about this further later. I need to make dinner. Hope you had a wonderful weekend. See ya tomorrow.

The Battle is Absolute

The struggle is real. Yesterday was a real struggle for me. I messed up with my diet plan. I realized it has a lot to do with poor planning. When I make a plan, I have great success. Well yesterday did not have a plan and yesterday had a lot of mistakes and struggles. Now I know I am not the only one that deal with struggles in dieting. Its makes us human, I guess. I should insert a motivation speech right here, right? I should come up with a plan to prevent this from happening again, right? Welllllll....

Ok, here is a motivational story... You will have to dig deep to get the point of this story and you may even ask me what the hell does this have to do with anything. But shit its your motivational story.

I have a Squirrel that lives in the big tree in my back yard. What kind of tree you may ask? A big ass tree. But anyway, you are not allowing me to focus on my lame story. So anyway, Walter and his family of Squirrels live in a tree in my backyard. Every day, Walter causes drama in my yard. You see Shaggy, my dog, hates Squirrels. He will sit under that tree and bark, jump, and cry just to get close to that damn Squirrel. He is relentless. Every morning, shaggy runs the perimeter of the yard. Every morning he looks to see if he can find him a Squirrel. You are probably thinking what does this has to do with diet motivation. Just wait. Im getting there. Every morning its the same thing. Every morning that Squirrel is in the tree. Every morning, he runs from Shaggy. Every morning, Shaggy is there to sabotage this squirrels goals. However, every morning that squirrel comes back to his nest in my big ass tree. Every morning that squirrel fusses back at Shaggy. Every morning, Walter has a goal and he sticks around despite that damn Shaggy. Every Morning!

My point...There will always be something out there to challenge your goals. Dont stop. If you want to be that sexy skinny (or what ever your goal is) bitch, you cant allow a shaggy to defeat you. Yeah, my story was lame but you get the point. Food is an addiction that you will face every day of your life. Any relationship you have  will be tested when you are attempting to make it healthy. Unlike that tired ass husband or sorry ass girlfriend, you cant get rid of food.  Since we know that we will not be able to live without the food, we need to learn how to live with the food. Do you get my story now??? Awww, whatever!!! I liked my story!!! Also, its that time that I go outside to yell at Shaggy to leave that damn Squirrel alone.

What's for breakfast? Im craving spinach. I think I will make a spinach and cheese omelet. Maybe a piece of toast or even a half of a bagel. I dont know. However, I am getting my spinach.

 See ya later. I have to write my final paper for class this week. I may disappear. Dont give up on me again. I will be back but I just wanted to give you a heads up. Enjoy my friends!!!

Binge Watching is my addiction...Cheat days!

I cant believe it. I can turn my tv on and watch all day. I just finished the Wentworth series. Great show!! I need a few new shows to keep me occupied until next year. 

Cheat days! How do you avoid making them cheat months...years. I try not to over indulge. I try to limit my junk food but sometimes that craving monster is powerful. Do you have cheat days? How do you talk down the monster? I have been trying to remind myself that working against all the hard work will only be depressing and work against everything I have been working toward. Sometimes it works.  Sometimes I just drink more water. Sometimes I go on a walk. Sometimes I say eff it. I guess you get the point. My day started off pretty bad but I had a reality check and I'm back on track...Lemon pepper chicken green beans and brown rice for dinner. I really don't need any more snack food. 

I'm on myfitnesspal

I just completed my last blog post and I realized that some of you may be curious of what I eat and my calorie intake. Well check me out on myfitnesspal danagetsfit. Good or bad day, I try to post of my food. I believe I have a calorie goal of 1540?? I try to stay within that range even when I am having a cheat day. 

NOW its time to relax...


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