Have You Lost Your Direction? Write Yourself a Letter.

In our busy lives, it is so easy to get caught up in our day-to-day routines that we oftentimes lose track of WHY we are even trying to be healthier, eat healthier, lose weight, or whatever your end goal may be. During stressful moments, it is so much easier just to revert back to old behaviors than to be mindful in the moment. If this sounds like you, do yourself a favor. Take 10 minutes out of your busy schedule and do something nice for yourself. Write yourself a letter about why you want to lose weight and live a healthier life. Is it to have more energy? See your children grow up? To look better? Only you know your reason, but write it down. Save your letter in a safe place. Then the next time you don't feel like taking that 20-minute walk or think you just MUST have that slice of chocolate cake or large fries, take out your letter and read it to yourself. You just might change your mind. I'm off to write my letter now!

The Mysterious Kiwano Horned Melon

While shopping in my local Kroger this morning, my 6 yr. old son pointed out a rather odd looking fruit and asked curiously about it. I love trying new things so I was on a mission to find out more about this funny, prickly looking fruit. It is called a Kiwano Horned Melon and here is what I have discovered...

1. It is available year round.

2. It has the flavor that compares to a cucumber with a slight lemon and banana taste.

3. It has edible seeds and a jelly like center.

The most exciting part... 1 melon is a mere 25 calories, 0 g. fat and 1 g. fiber! It even packs 40% of daily Vitamin C. Not too shabby!

It is a tropical fruit, so it cannot be stored in the refrigerator. Look for a golden orange color with no bruises or cuts in the rind. You can keep a kiwano melon for about 2 months.

Idea: Peel, cube and toss into fresh fruit salad for a new texture and flavor!