Mothers with Sons

The moment the nurse said I was having a boy I wondered who he would be.  While in my womb I knew I would do everything I could to to raise and nurture a boy that would one day be a man.

I've always said Mothers should raise their boys to be the type of man they would want to marry.  A man that believes in honesty, integrity, and could appreciate who a women is.

I have every intention on raising my son to love women, but not defile her.  We have boys at the age of 50 that still have no clue on how to love and respect a woman.  So I often question, "who raised you?"

 

The thoughts men have towards women come from his first encounter with one, his mother.  As his mother you will be his beginning to how women operate and his true first love.  I ask you mothers with sons, please handle him with care and teach him as much as you can.

Mothers With Daughters

If you're a Mom you're blessed.  If you're a mom with a little girl, you have someone that is part you and someone that will carry on your legacy.

Know and understand that who ever you are will have a mirror reflection back to you through your daughter.  Whatever you do or don't do with her will reflect back to who you are as a mother.

As mothers we're not only their teacher, but also her friend. She looks to see how you react and interact with other people as it will lay dormant in her life and set the stage to her life views.

The role of being a mother is not the easiest, but it is the best.  Every child, boy or girl will challenge and develop who you are as a person.  That form of "growth" is one that can not be bought or sold to you, you can only experience it for yourself.

Every girl needs a mother.  A person she can count on, talk to, and listen from.  Just remember as a mother you set the stage for your child's life and through her, your legacy as a women will continue.

Momma G.G (Green Juice Smoothie)

In my opinion when you get up from 8 hours of sleep your body was fasting and rejuvenating itself for the next day.  I like to break my fast with a delicious green smoothie to give me vibrant energy as I start my day (heavy foods in the am make me feel tired and lethargic).

The theme is simple- drink green.  I make a cup of juice or water, mixed with a kiwi, a bowl of grapes, 1 granny smith apple, and a banana.  For my greens I use either kale, parsley, arugula, in this picture I used collards.  The banana helps sweeten the juice or dates would work fine too.

I like to add in flax seeds/chia seeds/ or cayenne pepper (my mom loves it with cayenne).  The cayenne really wakes you up (better than coffee).  You could even add in a lime or lemon to give you a morning zest........then........

 Wahlah, a tall glass of Momma G.G.  My green juice is just what the doctor ordered.  

You can mix and match your smoothie with whatever you want. The goal is to be creative and pay attention to how your body reacts after.  

Have fun!  As a suggestion you can make it a family treat with the kids too.

Date-O-Rade Fruit Smoothie

I absolutely love my smoothies.  Its my way of getting most of my fruits, vegetables, and greens into my body.  When family visitis they always ask me for a smoothie :-)

After jogging with my niece we came home and fixed a date-o-rade; mixed with banannas and dates.

For myself, I'd blend 3 to four bananas with 3 to four dates.  This mixture will satisfy any sugar cravings you have.

Try it out and tell me what you think.

Quick Fix Honey Mask

Honey masks are great for dry skin.  Its rich in nutrients and antioxidants.

Ingredients needed to complete the honey mask is:
1 bananna
2 tablespoons of honey
1 teaspoon of almond oil
* 1/2 lemon optional

How to make it:
Blend all ingredients together, pat on face, let it sit for 10 minutes, and rinse.

Pretty easy right?

At Home Spa

It's that time.  Time for you to dedicate a few hours to yourself.  I absolutely suggest you scheduling your Me Time into your planner/calender/or smart phone.

Your setting means everything.  Send all your calls to voice-mail  Turn off the T.V. Light some candles. And Pour a glass of wine *optional

Tend to your body and give it the undivided attention it deserves.  Use this time to exfoliate your skin using a body scrub.  you can put conditioner on your hair and/or add a mask; while you lay back and relax....... While you listen to music, read a book, or just unwind.

After 20 minutes, your body will feel refreshed and skin rejuvenated   Add oil to your body while wet to soak in all the moisture and wallah!

I bet you- you feel great.  A free hour rejuvenation method to relax, recuperate, and rejoice

At ~Home~ Facial (15 mins.)

I would love to have a facial every two weeks.  Most Aestheticians see their clients bi-weekly to help control breakouts, remove blackheads, and even out skin complexions.  I personally love the ambiance of being in a relaxing environment.

Even if I don't make the time every two weeks, my skin lets me, when I am over due.  It begins to look rough and dry (at least in my case).

I'll give you some basic steps to get the most out of a 15 minute at~home~facial
*Optional~ boil water......

Step 1) Cleanse your face (best for oily skin to use a foam cleaner/ dry skin should use a moisturizing cleanser) 1 minute

Step 2) Exfoliate your skin with an exfoliant and use your hands to massage your skin, using this facial diagram as a guide. 3 minutes. Then remove......

Step 3) Apply a mask to your face to squeeze out any impurities, this also helps your face to feel like an instant face lift. 7 minutes

Step 4)*Optional, pour water into a bowl and place your face over the bowel to feel the steam.              5 minutes (This step brings you to a 20 minute facial).

Step 5) Wipe your face with a cool cloth. 2 minutes

Step 6) Ask yourself, "How do I feel" and apply a night cream or sunscreen for the rest of the day.             2 minutes

You can make your facial as long or as short as you'd like.  This is just a simple guide to remember.
Have Fun :-)

Healthy Eating Lifestyle Tips

I'm changing the way I think of food.  For twenty plus years food has been my confidant and best friend.  I could always find the perfect treat to satisfy my mood.  Now that I'm paying close attention to my process I notice that; although I may not start off perfect or be perfect throughout the day, my daily intent is to live a healthy lifestyle.

What I want to put in my body, how I think, and what I choose, will effect the way my body adapts to the nutrients I give it.

                                            With your goal in mind, try to enjoy the process.

                                                                       Tips

• When you take food away from your diet.  Remember to replace it with something that's healthier (example: lard for butter / or butter for olive oil).
• Eat less processed foods and replace them with more fruits and vegetables.
•  I've realized how easy it is to over eat while watching t.v.  Therefore, sit to the table, the "I am full" signals are more clearly understood without distractions. 

• Don't forget to recognize your moments of validation.  When you recognize an improvement you've made, offer a moment of validation, write it down, or do something nice for yourself.
• Instead of eating when you're angry or bored # take it to the streets for a walk.
• Give up the meat.  When I was two years vegetarian I'd praise on how awesome I felt and how full of energy I was.  If you think, "I cant give up my meat," then try to eat less of it (start a meatless day or take meat out the equation for a meal or two).  Realize, animal carcass is more fat than protein.  Also, remember you're letting dead animal parts sit in your belly for days at 98.7 degrees before it attempts to flow out your system.
• Consider this too, have you ever fasted?  I think there's a reason many religions have written about the benefits of fasting.  I've done a non processed food fast for two days, a juice fast for 2 days, and no foods at all for 24 hours.  I have yet to do a mono fast (eating one type of food all day). I think its important to give your body a rest from digestion at times.  

• Another huge tip is to make sure you move your body every day.  I will be posting At- Home- Moments- To- Move- Your- Body, so stay tuned.  Until then, make time to go for a walk/jog/run. Some days may be easier than others, but you will feel great afterwards :-) 
• In connection with the previous tip, allow no more than 2 days go by without you doing some form of physical activity.

I really hope this helps, if you have tips you would like to share, please do below.