Ham & Cheese Wonton Ravioli Makes: 3 Ravioli Ingredients: 6 wonton wrappers 1 tablespoon cream cheese 1 tablespoon finely shredded ham 2 teaspoons finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 scoop (15g) pure protein powder 1 garlic clove, finely diced Method: To prepare the filling place the cream cheese in a small bowl and warm in the microwave until its soft enough […]
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I got moving again today for the first time in nearly a fortnight dragging both the boys along for the trip. The pace was a bit slower but I really enjoy doing active things as a family as pre-sleeve this would have never happened. Walking home from the supermarket I was carrying a 2.5kg bag of potatoes. Wow oh wow […]
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The last four bad nights have caught up with me. After only having 16 hours sleep collectively I am somewhat destroyed with energy levels I don’t all-time low. Shopping expedition this morning I managed to wangle in excess of 60kg and to shopping trolleys on my own …… I couldn’t have done that eight months ago! I then let the […]
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Pumpkin Ricotta Wonton Ravioli Serves: 1 Ingredients: 4 wonton wrappers 1 tablespoon pumpkin purée 1 teaspoon ricotta 1/3 scoop (10g) pure protein powder Fresh chilli to taste Method: To prepare the filling place the pumpkin, ricotta, protein powder and fresh chilli in a mixing bowl and stir until well combined Place the wonton wrappers on a clean dry surface and […]
Read moreThe amazing advice I got to get new firmer fitting knickers has been so much more effective than I ever thought possible. Since I have down-sized the knickers my skin irritations have been in check and much more manageable. So off I went today to get some more after doing my first clothing clear out throwing out all my larger […]
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Chicken & Leek Sausage Rolls Makes: 12 portions Ingredients: 3 mountain bread wraps 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspooon milk 500g chicken mince 1 leek, finely shredded 1/2 celery stalk, finely diced 3 garlic cloves, finely diced 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 2 scoops (60g) pure protein powder 2 teaspoons dried mixed herbs Method: Preheat oven to 180 degrees and line a […]
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Mini Chocolate Protein Crackles Makes: 18 Ingredients: 4 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 2 tablespoons milk 2 scoops (60g) chocolate protein powder 1 1/2 teaspoons cacao 1 teaspoon maple syrup 1 1/2 cups rice bubbles Method: Place 18 mini cupcake liners out on a tray Place the rice bubbles in a mixing bowl Place the melted coconut oil, milk, protein powder, […]
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Today I wore the jewellery I was given for my birthday, being a pair of earrings and necklace with the tree of life on them. These pieces are some much more than pretty bling. They symbolise every part of my new found appreciation for life as a result of my sleeve, and Percy. The tree of life symbolised: Personal growth […]
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Weigh in Wednesday……. This week – 0.7kg Since surgery – 40kg Total – 58.9kg I am pleasantly surprised with this weeks loss due to being unwell myself, caring for a sick child and doing very minimal exercise. I also find it completely mind boggling that I have lost an astronomical 40kg since surgery. I never thought I could lose that […]
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My normal exercise day went out the window today as Jamie and I both had the day off so we head to the movies. It’s nice that my arse now comfortably fits and I no longer fidget and squirm trying to get comfortable in the sardine can. I spent the afternoon with the little guy then tonight I was off […]
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