Last week I talked about how I was going to go buy a pair of slacks. Well I found some on a sale for $2. They are Ralph Lauren khakis and they are nice just like new. However, I am really hard on myself because of my weight which I suppose is not so unusual for a woman. Anyway this week is a bit more of a mental change. I am going to try to accept where I am physically and know that I can make improvements even if they will come slow. I will not beat myself up but rather try to accept who I am at the moment and make the best of it. At least two times this week I am going to get out of my yoga pants and find something that has a shape to it. I guess that is why I call this “small change Friday”.
Kiss Me Again Winner
RubyandReba is the winner of this great book. I sent an email and will await your response. Congrats!
Fabulous Friday Linky
Hey everyone sorry this is late today! My mom and stepdad took me out for lunch and we got lost in Walmart so I haven’t been home much. Anyway check out my giveaways and leave a comment to win, they are all linked in the right sidebar at the top same as always. Thanks for stopping by!
Thinking Myself Thin Thursdays #6
Okay this week I saw a bit of progress. I am down 2.5 pounds yippy. What did I do? I have officially been off drinking soda for a week and a half. I also started cutting down on carbs a bit on Monday. I still have them just in moderation. I have a huge carb weakness and it needs to be dealt with. I am also getting ready to start an exercise challenge which I will fill you in on more later.
Since starting I am now down 4 pounds total. It has been a lot of ups and downs but I am glad to see a bit of progress. Half of the battle is your mindset!
Broccoli & Cauliflower Chowder

Here is another recipe from the Fast & Frugal Cookbook. I have adapted it to cook in a crockpot. Make sure to check out the giveaway I have going on for this cookbook.
Broccoli & Cauliflower Chowder
8 cups chicken broth made from bouillon
1 (32 oz) bag of hasbrowns
2 pounds vegitarian sausage
2 pounds frozen broccoli & cauliflower
1 Tablespoon steak seasoning salt
2 Tablespoons dried chives
Brown sausage and toss all ingredients into crockpot. Cook on low for 4-6 hours until veggies are tender.




