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Foundations First

So as previously mentioned, there have been a myriad of reasons for my radio silence over the past year, but two of the biggest contributing factors have been 1. working…

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We Are What We Absorb

Well HELLOOOOOOOOO!! I am thrilled to be back after quite the hiatus. Needless to say, it's been a long time since there's been anything new in this little corner of…

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Shifting Perspectives and Whole30 Chicken Piccata

"What you see and hear depends a good deal on where you are standing: it also depends on what sort of person you are.” C.S. Lewis, The Magicians Nephew

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What I Read Last Month :: February and March

“The greatest gift is the passion for reading. It is cheap, it consoles, it distracts, it excites, it gives you knowledge of the world and experience of a wide kind.”

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Considering the Paradoxical While Enjoying Whole30 Taco Stuffed Potatoes

"Accepting oneself does not preclude an attempt to become better." Flannery O'Connor I consistently struggle with knowing when to accept something about myself as opposed to when to push myself…

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Q1 in Review: An Update on My 19 for 2019

As I was saying last week, spring has definitely sprung! And although I am looking forward to brighter and better days, I always like to take the time to check…

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Spring Cleaning and a Paleo Enchilada Casserole

I am absolutely pumped about the fact that it is officially spring AND feels like it outside! Although summer is decidedly my favorite, I am happy with pretty much anything…

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No Bake Almond Butter Cup Bars and What I’ve Been Up to Lately

Whew - I'm just about to the point where I need to dust the cobwebs off my laptop and this blog! After a brief hiatus the last two weeks (the…

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Three Ingredient Paleo Cherry Pie Bars

I vastly underestimated how much I would LOVE being a homeowner. As someone who tends to take commitments pretty seriously, owning a home has always been one which sounded a…

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What I Read Last Month :: December and January

It's time for a "here's what I read last month post!" And actually - it's a "here's what I read the last TWO months" post. With everything being so in…

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  • Systems > Goals
    Fitness,  Healthy Habits,  Uncategorized

    Systems > Goals

    February 1, 2019 / No Comments

    For as long as I can remember, I have been a goal oriented person. I think I have always enjoyed the process of outlining objectives and throughout my academic and professional endeavors have learned many of the "right" ways to set goals. I've spent a lot of time contemplating SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time Bound) and validating that that I have an actual aim rather than a loose dream, wish or hope. But recently, I've been challenged to reconsider the way that I think about goal setting as I learn

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    Farewell to Flex! A Love Letter to My Barre Tribe

    December 11, 2018
    Grit and Mental Strength at the Barre

    Building Grit and Mental Strength One Barre Class at a Time

    December 15, 2017

    The Wisdom Of Joseph Pilates – An OG of Positive Psychology

    October 10, 2018
  • 1 percent - whole30 tuna tapenade
    Mains,  Paleo,  Recipes,  Uncategorized,  Whole30

    1 Percent and Whole30 Tuna Tapenade

    January 29, 2019 / No Comments

    We are officially homeowners now! And we celebrated with a big home improvement and décor shopping trip with my sister and her boyfriend over the weekend after attending the Detroit Auto Show the day before. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE looking at (and who am I kidding - buying) home styling things, but often struggle to just get started in the decision making process. It feels like such a commitment to pick bedding, a new light fixture, a paint color, or… pretty much anything! The possibilities so quickly seem to go from endless to narrow with one decision on a "statement" item. Anyway, this time around I was actually quite pleased with…

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    Future Discounting - Whole30 Pistachio Chicken and Winter Fruit Salad

    Future Discounting :: Why Getting Started is the Hardest Part

    January 8, 2019
    Love of Learning - Whole30 Strawberry Guacamole Swordfish with Coconut Cauliflower Rice

    A Love of Learning :: What I’ve Been Up to Lately and a Whole30 Strawberry Guacamole Swordfish with Coconut Cauliflower Rice

    March 27, 2018

    Chicken and Waffles Are SO Fetch!

    July 17, 2017
  • Perspective - Spitjack Sweet Potato Toast
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    Gaining Perspective over Spitjack Sweet Potato Toast

    January 25, 2019 / No Comments

    It has already been SIX weeks since we left Cork.  With a week on the Queen Mary 2, a week in Providence visiting my in laws, Christmas, unpacking and reconnecting with family, and this week in Boston for work – we’ve been so busy that it’s nearly impossible to believe that that much time has already passed.  I really don’t know if I am even fully aware of the fact that this isn’t something temporary yet, but I do know it feels bittersweet.  I’m so excited to be here with my family, in our new home (which we officially close on today!  Although thankfully we’ve been living here already), and…

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    Fresh Starts with Fall Resolutions and Fiesta Worthy Taco Muffins

    September 1, 2017
    Foundational Habits - Sleep, Whole30 Butternut Squash and Sage Frittata

    Foundational Habits Part One: Sleep and a Whole30 Butternut Squash and Sage Frittata

    September 18, 2018

    A Summer Snack – Lemon Pie Bliss Balls

    July 28, 2017
  • creating a healthy and long lasting relationship with exercise
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    Celebrating 5 Years of Barre and My 5 Tips for Creating a Healthy and Long Lasting Relationship with Exercise

    January 17, 2019 / No Comments

    This Sunday marks an important milestone (and also my mother's birthday which I am excited to be able to celebrate with her in person for the first time in a LONG time!) - it's my five year anniversary of barre!!! It is no exaggeration to say that barre has changed my life - it has become an important part of my identity and was the impetus for so many of the other healthy habits I have formed, things I have accomplished, and invaluable relationships that I have formed throughout the years. Since this time last year, my lifetime barre stats have increased to a total of 2,479 hours of taking…

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    How Barre Cultivates a Growth Mindset

    July 19, 2018
    Break up with Bad Habits at the Barre

    Barre Better: Breaking Up with Bad Habits at the Barre

    October 24, 2018
    Barre - avoid going through the motions

    Avoid Going Through the Motions – At the Barre and Beyond

    November 16, 2017
  • Whole30 Swordfish Salmoriglio - Compare how things used to be with how they are now
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    Whole30 Swordfish Salmoriglio and the Good Kind of Comparison

    January 15, 2019 / No Comments

    Being back in my hometown after so many years is very strange. While some of the streets, stores, and faces are of course familiar, there has been A LOT which has changed. The city has definitely been in growth mode over the past 10+ years and my once or twice annual pilgrimages hardly gave me the opportunity to see all that was new each year, not to mention the cumulative effect. Everything is familiar, but little is the same. Grand Rapids is all grown up now. And although I kind

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    Challenge builds self-efficacy - Whole30 Burgers with Sundried Tomatoes and Basil Artichoke Sauce

    Push Yourself! Taking on a Challenge Builds Self-Efficacy :: Whole30 Burgers with Sundried Tomato and Basil Artichoke Sauce

    June 13, 2018

    The Strategy of Convenience and Whole 30 Coconut Crusted Chicken Fingers with “Honey” Mustard Dipping Sauce

    September 20, 2017

    Magnifico Milano and Whole30 Paleo Lasagna

    October 31, 2017
  • Hot Points - Whole30 Pomme Anna
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    Identifying “Hot Points” and Perfecting Whole30 Pomme Anna

    January 10, 2019 / 1 Comment

    Transitions are tough. I am so excited to be back in Michigan, close to family and working on our new home, however, I am still working on feeling settled. Of course there are still boxes to be unpacked and renovation projects which will just take time, but moreover I feel a bit dazed and transient. But I do know that we'll get there. In the meantime, my biggest challenge proves to be remaining calm. I hate clutter, mess, and an unsettled routine. And although I find it relatively manageable to maintain my regular healthy habits when it comes to eating and exercise, I often struggle to maintain a positive outlook…

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    1 percent - whole30 tuna tapenade

    1 Percent and Whole30 Tuna Tapenade

    January 29, 2019
    Whole30 Jamaican Jerk Steak and Veg Sheet Pan - Breaking up with bad habits

    Challenging = Breaking Up with Bad Habits, Easy = Whole30 Jamaican Jerk Steak and Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner

    May 29, 2018

    The Profound Impact of Others and Paleo Fish Tacos

    September 6, 2017
  • Future Discounting - Whole30 Pistachio Chicken and Winter Fruit Salad
    Mains,  Paleo,  Recipes,  Salads,  Uncategorized,  Whole30

    Future Discounting :: Why Getting Started is the Hardest Part

    January 8, 2019 / No Comments

    For me, and many others as I understand it, getting started really is half the battle. Whether it's due to perfectionistic tendencies and anxiety about making a wrong first step (me) or some other variety of procrastination, just getting going can be a big hurdle to overcome. I have written a few times (here and here) about what is referred to as "tomorrow" logic or our tendency to discount what we do today because we are going to do XYZ tomorrow. When we think about our future selves, we typically see them as more virtuous and superior to who and what we are today, which t

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    Magnifico Milano and Whole30 Paleo Lasagna

    October 31, 2017

    The Precious Resource of Time and a Whole30 Slow Cook Tuscan Chicken Dinner

    November 14, 2017

    Stress-Free Buffalo Egg Muffins

    October 23, 2017
  • 19 for 2019 - Whole30 Salmon and Brussel Sprout Salad with Lemon Cashew Dressing
    Lunch,  Mains,  Paleo,  Recipes,  Salads,  Uncategorized,  Whole30

    My 19 for 2019! And a Whole30 Salmon and Brussel Sprouts Salad with Lemon Cashew Dressing

    January 1, 2019 / No Comments

    HAPPY NEW YEAR!! As one of thosetypes of people who always loves any chance for a fresh start, I especially love a brand new year and usually try to capitalize on the psychological advantages that the blank slate provides. And in light of all that's going on this year with the big move back across the pond, becoming homeowners and settling into life in Grand Rapids - it feels like this year is especially turbocharged! However, although I am a resolutions and habit fanatic, I know that many others are decidedly not. And because there are as many different perspectives on goal setting and resolutions as there are individuals out…

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    How To Do Your Own Happiness Project and Whole30 Coconut Pistachio Crusted Chicken

    July 26, 2018
    for the right reasons - whole30 shrimp pomodoro pasta

    For the Right Reasons and a Whole30 Shrimp Pomodoro Pasta

    August 3, 2018
    September Studio Whole30 - Whole30 Salmon Summer Salad

    The Flex in the City September Studio Whole30 and a Salmon Summer Salad

    August 9, 2018
  • Temporal Landmarks - Paleo Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes
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    Taking Advantage of Temporal Landmarks and Enjoying Paleo Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

    December 21, 2018 / 3 Comments

    Over the past week onboard the Queen Mary 2, I've had a bit of time to reflect on the year - what went well, what did not-so-much and think about what I want to do with our fresh start back home. Although I really love the process and "doing" once I get started on something, whether that's making a presentation for work, writing a blog post, undertaking something artistic, or soon designing and decorating a new home, I often feel quite overwhelmed by a totally blank slate. However, since I know that a lot of research shows that a big change like a move, a different career, or a new…

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    The Joy of Holiday Traditions and Paleo Zucchini Muffins

    December 20, 2017

    Surprise! A Drool-Worthy Vegan and Paleo Cheesecake

    October 18, 2017

    #DecemberGoals :: Finding Time for Fun and Paleo Mint Chocolate Cookies!

    December 19, 2017
  • What I Read November
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    What I Read Last Month :: November

    December 18, 2018 / No Comments

    November was HECTIC between the packing and moving prep, a few days of work travel, girls' trips to London and Lisbon and studying for a Pilates certification test therefore the time to read was a bit sparse. In order to prepare for the exam, I decided that any time that I had up until then needed to be focused on reviewing anatomy, the history of Pilates, specific exercises, contraindications and modifications. Thankfully I passed so I consider that time well-spent as was soaking up as much time with friends in Cork while we had the chance. However, I am definitely looking forward to a bit more time to indulge in…

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    What I Read Last Month :: September

    October 2, 2017

    What I Read Last Month :: October

    November 3, 2017
    Read - December + January

    What I Read Last Month :: December and January

    February 8, 2019
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About Me

Hi!  I’m Miranda and I am beyond excited to have a platform to share my passion for cooking real (but still delicious) foods, enthusiasm for all things barre, and thoughts and ideas on a building a more healthy, holistic, and happy lifestyle. I am a Christian, a wife, a puppy mom, a nutritional therapy practitioner (NTP) in training, and a barre and Pilates instructor who recently became a homeowner back home after living as an expat in Ireland for a few years.  Aside from getting sweaty working out and experimenting in the kitchen, I love to read, write, learn, travel, and spend time with friends and family.

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