First Bike Ride Workout

Although I really really really enjoyed my morning ride. It was disappointing to learn that more calories are burned with less walking. I even pedaled the whole time 356 calories. It's better than nothing!!! The great news with my new bike I saved $20 not having to rent one for an hour. I never rented but often contemplated. It's a beautiful morning on the beach

My Walk Across 9th Street Bridge

I love that it's not just a straight walk. A couple of short inclines and two high inclines. There is also a jug handle to break up the walk. The scenery is great over the ocean I love water! There are no benches on either side Somers Point or Ocean City. This 5.5 miles bridge walk took place in Southern New Jersey at the shore. I conquered a fear because I'm afraid of heights, but it wasn't as high as I thought.

God's Greatest Gifts

When I think of His goodness and all that He's done for me, my soul cries out hallelujah, I thank God for saving me.  On December 11, 2013 my life forever change as I looked upon my twin grandsons Jayden and Justice.  After becoming a widow at the tender age of 36, I sort of thought all hope was gone and that I could not love another being again.  Boy was I proven wrong! I was happy when I gave birth to my daughter and my son, but becoming a grandmother truly excels any blessing or accomplishment that I've ever received.  Their big black eyes, thick curly hair, and even smooth chocolate skin is everything I could have imagined. When I first learned of their conception I immediately thanked God for double for my trouble, my double portion.  They will call me "Bibi", which means grandmother in Swahili.  I adopted this name from a dear mother whom I admire.  Although, my life is more than enough to give me hope, these little boys give me hope beyond measure.  I also have a non biological grandson Tyzheim, he is also the love of my life.  There is nothing in the world that I wouldn't give to this little boy.  My goal is to be a better grandmother than I was as a mother.  As much as I love my grandchildren, I think it's very important to always be the grandmother not the mother.  Grandchildren are for enjoyment there will be no problems with me staying in my lane. It's sad when I see grandparents having to take care of their grandchildren full-time.  However, I admire those that take on the challenge during difficult situations.  As an adult I often think of the wonderful inspiration that my grandmother was to me.  It was through her that I developed my love for The Lord and the church.  It's was through her that I learned that woman were strong and courageous.  I can vividly remember sharing her coffee on some mornings.  Hers was hot in a mug and mine well she would pour a little in a Dixie cup.  Priceless memories, I hope to someday be able to make new memories with my grand children.  How impressionable was your grandparent in your life.

Seasoned Brown Rice

Brown rice, habanero pepper, scallions, mackerel, tomato paste, coconut cream, and spices

Mango Coconut Water Golden Flaxseed Smoothie

The coconut water is a great way to replace electrolytes.  A tab of lemon juice was also used, not sweeteners used.

Black Lentils & Parmesan Polenta

Black Lentils vegetable stock, carrots, green and red peppers, onions, and garlic.
Polenta: corn meal sea salt, Parmesan

Sweet Potato Veggie Burger

Sweet potato, zucchini, quinoa, cumin, salt and pepper. Mango Spread: mango, horseradish, spicy mustard.

Polenta

Corn meal, onions, seasoning, and parsley.

Chessy Quinoa Buffalo Bites

Cheese, egg whites, multi color quinoa, coconut spread, buffalo sauce

It's Been a Long Time

Well 2013 has brought me great joy! I'm a new grandmother, better known as Bibi of twin boys. Jayden & Justice a healthy 5 lbs 13 oz 19 inches long. They were born 12/11. Before that I became the proud mother in law to Everton my daughter's husband aka Coolieman.