THM Pumpkin Fudge

Tracy / October 11, 2014

This recipe was first found on The Coers Family blog. Trim Healthy Mama Pumpkin Fudge Ingredients: 1 stick butter 1/2 cup pureed pumpkin 3 ounces cream cheese, full fat or 1/3 fat both work well 3-4 tablespoons xylitol (or sweetener of your choice to taste) 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground…

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THM Skinny Chocolate

Tracy / October 11, 2014

One of the best parts of Trim Healthy Mama is eating chocolate every single day.  So  far, this is my favorite recipe for “skinny  chocolate”.  I originally found it at The Sunny Patch blog. Easy Dark (and Healthy!) Chocolate Yield: 3 servings Ingredients 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 cup xylitol 1-2 scoops powdered stevia extract 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa…

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Courtney and Blog Updates

Tracy / October 11, 2014

I’m considering what I want my blog to look like in the coming months. It’s been the same for some time and I am just ready for change. Thank you, Courtney, for the fall look you’ve given my space on the web! 😀

It’s Been Said…

Tracy / October 6, 2014

“The fields are harvested and bare, And Winter whistles through the square.  October dresses in flame and gold Like a woman afraid of trowing old.”           —– Anne Mary Lawler

It’s Been Said…

Tracy / September 29, 2014

“The table is a meeting place, a gathering ground, the source of sustenance and nourishment, festivity, safety, and satisfaction.”                                                 —–Laurie Colwin

Personality Tests

Tracy / September 26, 2014

Have you taken the personality test over at Human Metrics? We’ve had the older half of our family each take the test and have been spending the last few weeks comparing notes. Not surprised at all by my results, I am an extrovert. I was surprised by some of the other things it said about my personality, but as I…

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It’s Been Said…

Tracy / September 22, 2014

“I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.”                                                               —-St. Paul

It’s Been Said…

Tracy / September 15, 2014

“I’d rather have roses on my table, than diamonds on my neck.”                                                    —–Emma Goldman

Today, In Our Home

Tracy / September 11, 2014

The end of summer is almost within reach. There was a breeze blowing outside earlier. Don’t get too excited. It was still 91^ out today. The calendar says it’s September. We’re thrilled to know cooler temperatures are just around the corner. The plants on my porch are looking droopy. They usually look ok until the temperatures start reaching the 90’s.…

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