I have a confession to make. I’ve been “trying” to lose my baby weight now for a whole year (that is after the second baby) and it seems to want to stick around. I have read and watched and researched all that needs to be known about the subject, in the hopes that I would start shedding it magically without effort. So, we’ve come to this point. The truth is that I haven’t been doing anything about it. Yes I have read and watched and researched, but have not DONE anything about it. I have given myself all the excuses and even stopped myself for a couple of years now from shopping for clothes in the hopes of motivating myself for the reward. Anyone out there feel the same??
Yesterday, I happen to watch glimpses of “The Dr. Oz Show” and he was helping a lady do just that. Huh! So I perked up and listened carefully, in anticipation of a great tip, as he showed her a plate of dry chicken breast and some steamed broccoli to maintain a healthy diet. Now seriously. Who eats that stuff? No wonder people have no desire to change their ways. So here it is. I have made a decision to start making time for myself and make sure to eat home-cooked (by me of course), tasty and healthy dishes (like the one this blog has featured so sporadically-sorry about that), and I will eat regularly without skipping meals and keep you posted on my results. Help me stay in check.

Red Wheat Berries with Raisins and Nuts
1 cup red wheat berries, well rinsed
5 cups water
Pinch of sea salt
1/4 cup almonds, raw
1/4 cup walnuts, raw
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup pistachios, raw