Raw at home

I've been back in Canada since very late on Sunday night, I've been living on hot water & lemon, coconut almond smoothies and salads, I've lost 4 more pounds. I've been really sleepy and last night I made my first batch of raw crackers.

Today we are having a snow day, the storm was so bad here that the snow clearance truck never made it to the office  parking lot next door. This is the first time in 8 years that I have not been woken by plows at 4AM.  It is very quiet on the street, but the mail was delivered this morning.

It's been a great time to contemplate the past month and to note that staying raw (Day 33) hasn't been as difficult  as you might imagine. Like Sue says, food prep for one, well  actually the eating alone part, is something you have to work at, it requires determination and focus. It can be easy to slip in to old habits, buy I really love feeling good like this. I enjoy having a peaceful digestive system and a happy tummy, so sticking to it is really a matter of being prepared.

I have learned so much over the past month, Sue is a great, generous and patient teacher.

I was surprised at how quickly the time went by, at how busy we were, and at how well we got along.

I think women are sometimes easier to live with than men! Sue certainly is. It was a very productive and harmonious month

Excalibur Dehydrator

With my limited  budget, I'm really glad that I analyzed what I like to eat most and invested in the dehydrator.

Vita Mix

A Vita Mix is next on my list (eventually), but for now my ancient Osterizer blender will just have to do. It requires a bit more chopping and some ice cube smashing, but it works just fine for now.

The Champion juicer

Eventually I will find a Champion juicer, and I may even do a bit of sprouting.

Sprouting in Jars

I have learned that a good yoga class is where you feel comfortable doing  only what you can do and where they explain pose modification. I now feel confident enough to be participating in the Yoga for Hope fundraiser for HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre at the end of February. All sponsorship (donations to HopeSpring)     

gratefully accepted!

Wheat grass trays

 I've discovered the Magic of Cranbrook, the Livability of Royal Oak and the Splendour of the Fisher Building. I love my "Joes" and know that Trader Joe really has some amazing prices for Raw food staples, I will bring an empty suitcase next time!

I am impressed with the fact that after investing such a big chunk of time to this project, I feel that the good habits have really sunk in.

A la prochaine!

Rosemary

www.rosemarykelly.ca

www.laughing-lymphercise.ca