12 Thoughts You Have When You First Start Eating Healthy

Eating healthy is hard, so it helps to find humor it. Here are 12 thoughts you have when you first start eating healthy:

1. "Wait, raisins are my dessert?!"

2. "But I neeeeeeeeed sugar!"

3. "Why are dates in every healthy recipe I find?"

4. "How many cheat meals is too many?"

5. "I am too poor to buy a juicer."

6. "Kale and quinoa are way too popular on Pinterest."

7. "Nuts have how many calories?!"

8. "So I can't just eat whatever I want even if I'm exercising?"

9. "That little piece of brownie couldn't have had that many calories, right?"

10. "Just one bite of something doesn't count."

11. "Umm...where do I buy coconut flour?"

12. "I better lose so much weight."

Quick and Easy Mini Cinnamon Buns with Crescent Roll Dough

This morning, I was craving a decadent breakfast. Cereal wasn't going to cut it. Unfortunately, we were out of eggs, so I couldn't make coffee cake. While perusing my fridge, I remembered that we had some crescent roll dough. So, I decided to make homemade mini cinnamon buns. Here is how you do it:

Ingredients:

• 1 can crescent roll dough
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
• butter spray, or about 1 tablespoon melted butter

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough on a greased cookie sheet while keeping it in rectangles (2 triangles of dough stuck together). You will have 4 rectangles. Lay each rectangle side by side and connect the dough together by pinching it with your fingers. You should now have 1 long rectangle of dough.
3. Spray or pour the butter over the surface of the dough.
4. Measure out 1 tablespoon of sugar and sprinkle over all of the dough. Repeat with 1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon.
5. Roll the dough ("hotdog style") from the longer edge of the rectangle to the other. You will have a long, thin roll of dough. Don't worry if the dough comes apart a little since you will cut it apart in the next step.
6. Cut the dough into 12 even pieces and separate them on the pan.
7. Bake for 10 minutes.

Here are some pictures of the process:

Enjoy!

Spring Instagram Challenge

I've had Instagram for a few months now, and it has quickly become my favorite way to use social media. I feel so artsy when I use it. I've never done an Instagram challenge before, but I thought spring would be the perfect time to start. Every time I see a flowering tree, I feel compelled to take a picture of it. :) Here is the spring Instagram challenge that I came up with. I hope you'll join me!

9 Thoughts You Have When You First Start Working Out Consistently

1. "Why haven't I lost 5 pounds yet?"

It's easy to expect instant gratification for your hard work, even if it's just been a week.

2. "I have no core muscles."

Is a 10 second plank impressive?

3. "I could totally run a 5k."

This is thought after only a few days of running...but, hey, it's good to have confidence in your abilities.

4. "You can actually see my biceps now when I flex!"

This may have come from personal experience. Seeing progress is the best feeling.

5. "Where are all my workout clothes?!"

You quickly realize that 1 pair of workout shorts isn't going to cut it.

6. "I could definitely workout this hard every day."

This thought lasts about two days.

7. "Walking from my couch to the fridge counts as exercise, right?"

Yeeeah, no.

8. "Why did I think I could do so many reps?"

This thought comes the next day when you're experiencing soreness.

9. "I'm so hot!"

The best part about exercise is the confidence boost. You should be proud of yourself!

5 Minute DIY Gift: Bath Salts

DIY gifts are the best. They are fun to make, and they save money! One of the simplest gifts to make is bath salts. You just need a few ingredients, and it only takes 5 minutes to make. Here are the directions:

1. Gather your supplies. You will need:

• epsom salt
• a jar for storage
• a bowl and spoon for mixing
• an essential oil in the scent of your choice

2. Measure out the amount of salt you will need by pouring the epsom salt into your jar. This is how you will know that you are making the correct amount of bath salts.

3. Next, pour the salt into your bowl. 

4. Pour a few drops of essential oil into the salt. Be careful when you are pouring, since the oil comes out quickly.

5. Stir the salt thoroughly to spread the scent evenly. 

6. Spoon the salt back into the jar and lightly shake to even it out.

You're done! This is a thoughtful, relaxing gift perfect for anyone. You could also easily give this out as party favors. 

What is your favorite DIY gift to make?