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June 23, 2017June 19, 2019 livingwithlacy

Smoothies! Not only are they delicious and filling, but easily served chilled and frosty. 

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How was your week? Ours was long, to say the leas How was your week? 
Ours was long, to say the least. We started our ‘22-23 school year, which I had {HAVE} high hopes for. 
All in all, I guess you could say it went well. 
Buuuuut we are dealing with the #tumultuousThrees 😳 

Key takeaways:
✅ Be flexible 
✅ Make it fun. Being silly is a must.
✅ The lake heals the heart! 

#crazyhairdontcare #homeschoolmom #girlmomlife #thelakeiscalling #familytimeisthebesttime #timetorest #livingwithlacy #ipreview
Be kind. You never know what someone is going thro Be kind.
You never know what someone is going through, has gone through or is struggling with. 
AND there’s no reason to be unkind.
If someone is lacking strength, let them borrow some of yours 🧡

#kindnesscounts #spreadkindness #strengthinnumbers #livingwithlacy
Is anyone else looking forward to the school year Is anyone else looking forward to the school year starting as much as I am? I’m definitely more excited than my kiddos. They just don’t know what they’re in for 😆

Our set up is coming along! What about you? Are you looking forward to the school year? 

#homeschoolmom #backtoschoolshopping #backtoschool2022 #wellnessmom #girlmomma #ikeahauga #smallwoodsigns #smallbusinesswomen #holisticliving
It has taken me a while to write this post, as I s It has taken me a while to write this post, as I sat with the best way to approach the topic.

Wellness is a revolutionary perspective. If you look back over the years you’ll notice different trends.

A few months ago I posted in a group that advocated natural views. I quickly found out that the group admin/moderators didn’t ALLOW discussion if it didn’t align with their nutrition beliefs. Their nutrition stance was ‘irrefutable’.

I’ll be the first to tell you that nutrition is not one size fits all. 
What works for you, may or may not work for someone else.

I’m here to educate. I accept discussion and a difference of opinions. What‘s interesting is the nutrition views that said moderators believe is one that I used to follow.

Growth and a willingness to learn allowed me to find a better nutritional fit for my family and I. 

Here are some factors that I considered…
When looking at nutrition & overall wellness among a group of people, look at the average lifespan.
👉🏼 People lived shorter lives. 
The nutrients during the time were much different. Nutrients were much more plentiful than what we find today.

👉🏼 Some cultures studied only consumed meat once per week, NOT daily.
Supplementation now occurs at various stages; the earth, animals and plants. 
The majority of people in the world will need to supplement. They are not receiving the quality of food that was once available, and is now depleted.

👉🏼 Traditional cultures did not live how we live today. Think about the differences between the studies conducted during the early 1900s vs today. 
What is your definition of a thriving culture? 
Are short life expectancies, infant mortality and malnutrition accounted for? 
What about atherosclerosis? 
Not much information existed on it years ago. Lactose intolerance was not observed.

Diets today appeal emotionally, I get it. Can you ignore the fact that saturated fat raises cholesterol LDL? 

What about taurine, carnitine and carnosine? According to @michaelgregermd, “humans produce all these compounds on their own—unless they have some rare genetic inborn error of metabolism birth defect.”

I’ve covered the surface, please research & ask questions.
Do you strengthen your core? After having childr Do you strengthen your core? 

After having children, I faced the reality of diastasis recti. 
Dia-what?! It’s the separation of the abdominal muscles. 

The core muscles are important whether you are sitting, standing or moving. If you aren’t performing core training exercises here is your reminder to do so. 

 A strong core helps:
✅ Increase athletic capability
✅ Reduce chance of lower back injury or pain
✅ Ensure efficient and  functional movement patterns 
✅ Correct poor posture
✅ Improve balance 

Begin by performing core exercises without equipment in both static and dynamic positions. 

Focusing on core training will improve results in building a stronger and healthy foundation.

Need ideas for a core training plan? Reach out to me! #CoreTrainingSpecialist 
#allaroundwellness #holistichealthandwellness #healthpractitioner #holisticmovement #nutritioniskey #longevitylifestyle #homesteader #homeschoolingmom #nutritionmom
Full disclosure … You may not like this post. Full disclosure … You may not like this post. 

In fact you may read it then scroll right past thinking “oh, she’s not referring to me.” 

And guess what? I hope I’m not! 

Or maybe (just maybe) I’ll spark a thought of “what can I do differently?”

To determine that, ask yourself, How bad do I want it?

In all honesty, I have to ask myself this question often. 

Next, figure out what is standing in your way. 
👉🏼 is it your lack of openness to learn?
👉🏼 how about your fear of objections?
👉🏼 not willing to step outside your comfort zone?

Here’s the stinger …
👉🏼 YOU aren’t that different. 
You’re situation isn’t unique. 

You are NOT the only one dealing with a problem.

You’re in pain, so is the person you just passed on the sidewalk.

You’re struggling financially, so is your neighbor.

You don’t like your job? Neither do most of your friends. 

Make a change! 

I hear your complaints. I feel empathy, but remember YOU are in charge of your circumstances. 

Why are you choosing to live in pain when someone is willing to help you? You think you know all there is to know?! Think again!

You think it’s normal to hate your job, and live life unfulfilled because that’s what you saw your parents do? Think again! You HAVE a purpose! 

Everyone is struggling for money, especially with the current state of the economy. If YOU want a different outcome for you and your loved ones you have to be OPEN to learning.
Open to accepting that there are solutions outside the norm! 

The question is, How bad do YOU want it? 

Don’t you think it’s about time you stop believing the fears you’ve created in your mind? 🤔 

Stop allowing objections from those who haven’t tried, and aren’t where you want to be.🤨 

You aren’t that different. It is up to you whether you want your story to end up like everyone else’s or be your own. 🎤 

 #hardtruths #micdropmotivation #stoplivingsmall #faithoverfear🙏 #howbaddoyouwantit #stepoutsideyourcomfortzone #opentolearn #findyourpurpose #evolvingdaily #makeachangetoday
A very Happy Father’s Day to this handsome husba A very Happy Father’s Day to this handsome husband and father.

I thank God everyday that our girls have you to look up to. 
From your Saturday morning pancakes to your dance sessions ensuring everyone starts the day happy, I am so thankful for how hard you work and the dedication you have as a parent and partner. 

#parentinghacks #fatheroftheyear #momofgirls #familyof5 #livingwithlacy
Read that again. 👆🏼 I have witnessed frien Read that again. 👆🏼 

I have witnessed friends, acquaintances and even social media strangers share their companies, and shortly thereafter they leave and join a different company. 

I also have friends who have been with companies for years, but they’re stagnant. The company just isn’t evolving and developing uniqueness (aka they have “me too” products). 

Let me fill you in on a secret - I’ve been with a company for over 8 years. This company continues to develop products that 🧬activate wellness. 

The components of our products are significant since our company requires specific criteria to be met. They must activate, they must be proven and also do so sustainably. 

Think about what is happening right now - we are facing terrifying economic changes.

👉🏼 Did you know that 22 million jobs disappeared since March 2020?

What about wellness? Current times have heightened peoples’ focus on wellness. 

Why am I sharing this with you now?
Timing!
We live in a world where people need financial stability. 
We live in a world where people want better wellness. 

My company launched a new product YESTERDAY! Go back and read when the best time to join a company is - global expansion (we do this everyday) and when new products launch. 

Now remember the criteria the products must meet - 
- Activate
- Proven
- Sustainable 
⭐️ Swipe to see what is now available and leave a comment below or DM me if you want to see before and after photos! 

#trueconfidence #activatewellness #industrydisruptor #collagen #sustainablecollagen #nongmocollagen #replenish #skinhealth #antiagingproducts #slowdownAging
Have you ever lost sight of your mission? I have. Have you ever lost sight of your mission?

I have. [I did]

The reason we homeschool is to do life together. Whether we’re out in the garden or sitting on the couch reading books, kids long for connection.

Wait, don’t we as humans long for connection? 

I was stressed.

I felt we [I] needed to check all the boxes to show we completed school the “right” way. I was not being the mom I strive to be. 

I wanted our garden to grow. 
Then I quickly realized it wasn’t the garden that needed to grow, it was me. 

I took a step back and listened to them talk to the plants in a nurturing voice.
I watched them play the dirt.
I saw them carefully water the roots. 

They were actually watering my roots.

Life isn’t about checking boxes. 
Life is about growing together. Kindness. 
Developing.
Being good humans. 
Learning possibilities are endless. 

Live and let live. 🧡 

#ipreview #homeschoolingmom #homeschoolinglife #wannabehomesteader #gardeninglove #momofgirlslife #selfdevelopmentjourney #holisticliving #holisticnutrition #livingwithlacy
I had to try @dailyharvest’s new Crumbles when t I had to try @dailyharvest’s new Crumbles when they came out! 

How were they?

Sooo delicious that my family ate up the tacos before I could snap a final picture! That happens often around here. 

Sauté onion, add crumbles, season with preferred herbs and spices (I love @thrivemarket taco seasoning) then top on your favorite tortilla. @sietefoods has a great almond base tortilla 😉

#plantbasedrecipes 
#plantbasedfamily 
#familyfriendlymeals #veganrecipeshare #vegantacotuesday #wfpbweightloss #livingwithlacy
I’m in the process of completing my CECs for my I’m in the process of completing my CECs for my holistic health and nutrition certifications. In doing so, I wanted to share some insight on wellness. 

Wellness is a broad term, often referred to when we think of good health. 

Our wellness is much deeper than just ‘good health’. 

Wellness is a balance in life. When we lack this balance our health suffers. 

When we seek wellness we yearn to experience health and vitality in all aspects of life, not just one.

Wellness for me is going to look different than wellness for you. It is not a one size fits all approach. 

I used a pie chart to demonstrate  how different wellness may look. Each person’s objective is going to vary among the “wellness pie”. 

In order to fully embrace wellness we must accept responsibility for our quality of life. 

These categories (and more) require an active number of commitments. Rather than viewing wellness as good health, it is a mindset. A balance between passion and purpose.

#wellnesswednesday #wellnessjourney #whatiswellness #passionandpurpose #balancedlifestyleliving #balancedlifestyle #nutritiontips #holistichealthpractitioner #mentalwealth #happinesscomesfromwithin #livingwithLacy #ipreview
A little #photodump from our trip to Maui. As the A little #photodump from our trip to Maui. As the girls grow older it’s fun to see what they gravitate toward. 

The most chaotic moments were in the room. 
Outside, they were completely in their element.

While big sis was snorkeling with daddy, the younger two could be found rolling in sand. Not a care in the world. 🏝 

We made more sand castles than I can count. The number of sea turtles we saw depends on who you ask. And the food - we discovered new restaurants and enjoyed revisiting others. 

We learned; 
- Lei making
- Took a hula lesson
- Luau/Polynesian culture
- Tiki spirituality 
- Lava rock discovery

The days of 8+ hours of travel and the 6 hour time difference was well worth the experiences. 🌊 

Lastly, a special thanks to my hard-working husband for earning a portion of the trip’s accommodations (by being one of the top in the company!). 🧡 
The sacrifices you make for our family don’t go unnoticed.

#travelingwithkids #plantbasedfamily #veganfamily #vegantravels #mauitravel #travelexperience #mauihawaii #nomoremasks
When your momma juice aka brain food comes out in When your momma juice aka brain food comes out in a delicious orange creamsicle 😍

This is my cure for 3PM brain fog! 

Learn more here! https://bit.ly/3vBMrwP

#brainfog #pickmeup #momjuice #brainfood #brainhealth #adhd #livingwithlacy
It has been such a fun learning experience startin It has been such a fun learning experience starting from seeds. Then we realized that we were going out of town, and I wanted to keep them alive 🤦🏽‍♀️ 

We waited until the last minute to get this setup so unfortunately we didn’t have enough drip line for all the plants. Overall, everything did end up working out! 

I can’t wait to start growing more! 

What’s growing in your garden?

#greenhousegardening #growtent #indoorgrow #TNgarden #homesteader #livingwithlacy
I have seen so many recommendations for foods that I have seen so many recommendations for foods that supposedly ‘nourish’ the body. Yet, what isn’t being discussed is their potential long term impacts. #athersclerosis #heartdisease #cancerrisk

People are confused. 
They find conflicting studies and recommendations.

Follow the money. 
Incorporate whole foods that aren’t processed. 
Look for gaps in studies and be open to evolving research.

#foodismedicine #holistichealthcare #healthylifestylechanges #preventativecare #healthiswealth #livingwithlacy
Kickin’ it poolside with my girl 🧡 …the one Kickin’ it poolside with my girl 🧡
…the one that sat long enough for a photo op. 

#girlmomma #poolsidevibes #thewateriscalling #wholisticliving #wholisticwellness #holisticlifestyle #parentinginspiration #livingwithlacy #plantbasedfamily #veganfamily #vegantraveler
In honor of upcoming Earth Day (April 22), I wante In honor of upcoming Earth Day (April 22), I wanted to share some of my favorite swaps to reduce waste.

By NO means am I perfect when it comes to reducing waste. Though I try to be consciously aware of our usage and take the steps I can to decrease unnecessary waste. 

👉🏼Want to know how you can to? 

Check out my favorite swaps and swipe for a few more ideas!

We’re also in the process of composting! 

I’m a ‘learn as I go’ type of person —unless I fail, and face defeat— (looking at you, sourdough 😆). I’ll post more about our gardening and homesteading journey soon!

In the meantime, let me know 👇🏼what steps do you take to reduce waste? 

#earthday2022 #composting #reducewaste #plasticfree #recycleandplay #reusablebags #reusablestraw #traveltipsandtricks #travelfamily #glassware #storagesolution #saynotoplastic #bambooalternatives #livingwithlacy #wholisticliving @preview.app
Homeschooling allows us to think outside the box, Homeschooling allows us to think outside the box, and into the crate!  @koalacratekids 
No sponsorship here just good ol’ fun! 
I love having extra activities such as these to break up the day or to use as add-ons to smaller activities and unit studies. 

This was all about bugs - and my little bug loved “flying” around with her wings!

Thanks @tiffanyjacobs for gifting these to the girls! 

#ipreview #homeschoolingmom #homeschoolingideas #koalacrate #bugsandinsects #springiscoming🌸 #momofthree #workfromhomemoms #useyourimagination #livingwithlacy
Have you looked into the chemicals (ingredients) i Have you looked into the chemicals (ingredients) in your personal care products?

Take a look at this graphic. 
See how it shows what affects you, and potentially YOUR fetus?!

When I was pregnant with our first daughter K, I found myself looking into everything that could affect her. 
🔔 It was no longer about ME!

According to the Environmental Working Group, since 2009, 595 cosmetics manufacturers have used 88 chemicals (those are the reported ones!), in more than 73,000 products, that have been linked to 
👉🏼 CANCER
👉🏼 Birth Defects 
👉🏼 Reproductive harm
👉🏼 Endocrine disruption (hormones)
👉🏼 Respiratory issues
👉🏼 and MORE
.
Now this doesn’t even begin to cover your cleaning supplies, chemically produced air fresheners (plug-ins), chemically treated water, toxic cookware… oh I’m not done
- Pesticides
- EMF radiation
- 5G
- a MAJORLY corrupt pharmaceutical industry (oops did I just say that?)
- GMO
- processed foods
- food dyes
- plastics
- HFCS & artificial sweeteners
- the list goes on…
——
It begins with us.
WE are responsible for change.

Take small steps to improve your environment. 
Start by eating real food. 

👉🏼 If you don’t recognize an ingredient, your body won’t either. 
——
For things you can’t control (don’t overwhelm yourself!), I ask you to be open to learning natural ways to detoxify and biohack your bodies. 

Cellular repair via activation helps in this process. We can only do so much to through the choices we make, we will never be able to live in a completely toxin-free environment.
——
Searching for alternatives to your products? 
DM me and we can look at the ingredients in your products together. 

I also offer a Clean Living Audit where we perform a complete household audit of your cleaning and personal care products, water and cookware to find out the chemicals that are affecting your environment. 

Graphic reposted from: @tropical_biohacker
#personalcareproducts #ewgskindeep #chemicalpregnancy #fetaldevelopment #toxinfreeliving #naturalproductsthatwork #cleaningredients #endocrinesupport #pregnancysafeproducts #safeforpregnancy #pregnancysafe #eatingclean #ingredientlabels #healthypregnancytips #livingwithlacy #cellularhealth
If you haven’t figured it out by now…I love a If you haven’t figured it out by now…I love a good smoothie, especially when it can be made into a bowl 😉 

I also love finding the best products or services that will contribute to my (and my family’s) wellness. 

@earthchimp made it simple when they created a vegan protein mix that contains clean ingredients with great flavor! 

Did I mention I came up with a new smoothie recipe using it? 
Quantity is for a family of 5 = 
2 smoothies + 3 small smoothies/bowls
Vanilla Pear Smoothie
- 2 Pears
- 2 medium Bananas or 3 small
- 1 heaping tsp Spirulina 
- 1/2 cup Coconut Water
- 2 scoops Earth Chimp Vanilla Protein Mix
- 1 cup Ice (more if you want a thicker consistency)
Blend & Enjoy!

EarthChimp is available on Amazon (Link in Bio) - how convenient is that!? 

#vanillaprotein #veganproteinpowder #smoothiebowlrecipe #plantbasedfamily #holisticwellnesscoach #holistichealthpractitioner #veganrecipeshare #smoothierecipe #greensmoothie @earthchimp
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