Little Mrs Hurley

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

How Running Has Made Me a Better Person

For My Fellow Runners

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I'd never thought I could run a mile, let alone 13 of them.

But each day, I strap on my shoes and head out.

Some days I run hard.

Others I need to walk.

Sometimes I bring water, but usually not.

Running for me is therapy.

To be able to run is such a gift (although many would say a curse :)

Running has made me a better person.

Each mile I sort through my angst, my pain, and anger.

I relive each memory, conversation, and dream.

I think of how I can be a better person, mom, wife, Christian.

Each mile I run, I pray for those who are hurting, lost, and rejoicing.

I thank God for what I'm blessed with.

When I run, I run to be a better person.

Why do you run?

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Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Walnut Chickpea Burgers

We have this lovely little place near Sacramento called the Sunflower Drive-In.

It is home to the most fabulous Nut burger.

Even before I knew what a vegan really was, I indulged in this vegan/vegetarian place.

The menu is full of natural goodies, like Falafel and Nut Tacos.

I've always experimented with different ways to make nut burgers.

This is one of the simple ways.

1/2 bag of soaked chickpeas

1 cup ground walnuts

3 T of flax seed

3 T of water

Put chickpeas in food processor and blend until still chunky.

Combine ground walnuts, chickpeas, flax seed and water.

Add any flavorings (I use garlic powder).

Form into patties.

Cook in a pan and Enjoy.

These burgers are messy and tend to fall apart. I have also used this as a mixture for tacos and added the taco seasoning to it.

Yummy!

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Saturday, June 1, 2013

She Reads Truth: 1 Year Anniversary

I stumbled upon this last summer in July. She Reads Truth is an online community of women that share their thoughts and encourage one another in their faith.

YouVersion is an app that has all the She Reads Truth plans, but you can also use the You Version website, the She Reads Truth website, or sign up for their newsletter.

I've really treasured this study.

I think my favorite has been Proverbs but its so hard to tell.

They have all be faith changing.

Prior to finding SRT, my bible really just collected dust.

I wanted to be in a study, I wanted to be challenged.

But with every goal, you need accountability to get there.

And that was something missing.

I have fallen more in love with Christ this past year.

I've become more patient and wise.

And I know I'm still a work in progress.

There has definitely been a change in how I approach situations in my life.

I have been reminded constantly how great God's love is for me and humanity.

Despite all the tragedy our country has seen this year, God is so faithful and his grace has been revealed time and time again.

I am so grateful for these women who participate in this community and those who have listened to the calling to pursue writing and investing in She Reads Truth!!

You've just gotta check them out!!

Happy First birthday She Reads Truth!!

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Friday, May 31, 2013

Week 24 Health and Fitness

Hooray! I finally got in my long run this past weekend!!

I even PR'd

(well I think so, my Nike+ app wasn't working perfectly, but my Map My Run saved me)

Saturday: 13.3 mile run, 10 minutes yoga, 5.10 plank

Sunday: 3o minutes yoga, 5.15 minute plank

Monday: 10 minutes yoga, 5 minute plank, 6 miles

Tuesday: 10 minutes yoga, 5 minute plank, 4 miles

Wednesday: 20 minutes yoga, 2.25 mile run, Santorini Workout (1x), Thailand Tush (2x), 3.1 mile run, 5.20 minute plank

Thursday: 50 minutes of yoga with Tara Stiles, 5 minute plank

Friday: (planned) run, yoga, plank (the usual)

This week's been pretty good about eating. I ate a lot more meat than I usually do and I did make some yummy snickerdoodles that got me.

But for the most part lean, green, and clean!!

How did Memorial day go for you?

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Thursday, May 30, 2013

Book Review: Hungry for Change

There are good books and great books. And this was definitely a great book. More of a compilation.

The authors do a great jobbifbincluding testimony from a plethora of well known and intelligent people.

This book was written because a family member of the author was in serious health crisis.

Through diet change, he was able to reverse his condition.

Much like the documentary, Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead, this book shows you just how important your diet is.

Eating clean isn't always the easiest thing to do. It can be expensive.

But not as expensive as a heart transplant. Or being diagnosed with diabetes.

I think we love in a world that favors instant gratification and false advertising.

You may think something is good, but really the verdict is still not conclusive, think of the whole debate with artificial sweeteners versus sugar.

I've really reevaluated at my diet and really tried to eliminate the added sugar. No sugar in my tea. But you know how that goes...then I begin craving cookies.
So here's to a new beginning :)
NO SUGAR FOR ME!!

I give this book 5 out of 5 hearts.

It was a great read. I would love to watch the documentary.

Have you watched the documentary? Do you have a sweet tooth?

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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Juicing Dos and Don'ts

I love juicing!!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

It's refreshing, delicious, and healthy.

But not always...

Here are some dos and don'ts that I've learned about juicing:

1. Always have an apple around. Apples make everything much more sweeter. It makes those hard to drink green juices much more tolerable.

2. Cuke it up. Adding a cucumber can add more volume to your juice while also providing some beauty to your skin.

3. Kale and Spinach-buy a bunch: both of these greens don't produce much juice. So you really need a lot in order to get a lot. A bunch of kale will typically produce a little less than 2 ounces, but its very concentrated.

4. Beware of the Beet: Beets are amazing for you. Their juices wonderful for your body. Hubby used them as pre-workout drink and could definitely feel a difference. However, I did not have the same experience. Having too many beets too soon can cause vomiting. Be very careful! At most use one beet a week and gradually add more. It's great for your blood. But it also makes your pee red!!

5. Enjoy a 1 to 3 ratio of fruits of veggies. You want to make sure that you aren't using too many fruits in your juices. This ratio is recommended for optimal juice making, but we all know how delicious pinapple, orange, mango juice sounds, but remember it is full of sugar. And because juicing eliminates fiber, the sugar is absorbed immediately into your system.