Whole 30. Or something.

I'm sure you've heard of the whole 30. I know tons of people that have done one, two or more. I have decided that for the month of August I will embark on this adventure. 

No grains. 

No dairy. 

No sugar (added, fruits are ok). Or artificial sweeteners. 

No legumes. 

No soy!

I'm sure there's more, these are just the basic gist. It's paleo, but only for 30 days. My best friend said she had a lot of changes in inflammation during the 30 days. Some people lose weight. (I doubt that'll happen for me. My body will probably go into shock!) some people just feel better eliminating those things from their diets and lives. We will see if I report any changes. I'm only posting about it here to keep myself accountable. Thirty days. I can do it. I spent a small fortune at costco to prepare. I plan on posting my food journal daily. I see lots of eggs and white potato for breakfast. (Delish!) and fish for dinner. 

The past week I tried to eat as whole as I could without changing everything and while at home was successful. 

The true test comes when out in public. We will see how well I fare over the month of August. 

Wish me luck. 

Three Years

I've been thinking about this post for a while now. Wondering what I could say that would be worthy of this post. I still don't have a clue.

Kristy was and I'm sure is an amazing and generous person. She was truly beautiful both inside and out.

It's funny the things that remind me of her. Or the memories that pop into my mind, ALL THE TIME! Sometimes I'll be looking for a phone number in my phone, and pass by hers. It's still in my phone. And probably always will be.

When I watch Glee, I think to myself, Kristy would LOVE this show. Or Kristy would HATE this song.

When I watch Grey's Anatomy, I often wonder if Kristy would be sad about George leaving. And Izzie.

Now I know. Those are shows. They're nothing important, or life changing. But, I think those are the things I miss the most. The little things.

It's also crazy the things I remember SO clearly from that day three years ago. I remember teaching my class at church, and seeing the Bishop's face in the window of the door. His eyes looked so sad. But he knew, so I'm sure. He was sad.

I remember googling this horrific event, knowing that it had to be some cruel joke, and seeing her van on the front page of KSL.

I remember feeling SO awful that it was her birthday, and I'd totally forgotten. I need to get over that. But to this day? I still feel bad about it.

My wonderful and courageous mother-in-law has asked that today be a day of service. That's what Kristy would have wanted. That's just the kind of person she is. What are YOU going to do to serve today?

Today, I promise to be more like Kristy. Always serving. Kind. Loving. Funny. Outgoing. Giving. Obedient. Always smiling.

Not just for today though. Everyday. But especially today.