January 2017 In Review

Wow!  I can't believe how quickly January passed by.  If this is an indicator of how quick the rest of the year will go, my goodness, just slow down.  This past Christmas was the best it's been in a while.  If my brother and his family had made it, it would have been perfect.  He's in the Navy and they are in Maryland at the moment.

I'm still waiting for my disability claim to be decided.  Who knows when we will get our court hearing.  Hopefully soon.  Meanwhile I am mostly cooped up in the house with the occasional shopping trip or excursion with my sister.  I can't work until the claim is settled so money is pretty much nonexistent.  I'm learning a lot about allowing myself to rely on others.  It's hard.  But this is just a season and seasons always change.

Jaxon, my seven year old, continues to barely eat.  I worry about it most days.  He finally grew tired of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and that was his staple.  He won't eat fruit, most veggies and meat or starches.  He drinks lots of milk and tea every once in a while.  He loves plain rice and spaghetti.  Ramen noodles are his friend.  Bacon, eggs and ham, he'll eat.  Those items are pretty much what he eats All.The.Time.  Throw in green beans, broccoli, crackers and chocolate and that is it.  He will be the death of me.  I have instituted the rule of tasting a new food every day.  We miss a day here and there.  So far it has not really changed his eating habits.  I'm hoping it will broaden his tastes eventually. 😢

I'm really trying to get myself more organized.  I'm hoping to get back to writing on the blog more. What would you like to see?  Let me know.  I would love to have help with ideas or topics.

Well, finally, here are some pictures from this month:

I hope you all had a wonderful January!  Hold tight, I have a feeling 2017 is going to be quite a ride.

Thanks for stopping by,

Natosha

How I Wear My Favorite Boots

I absolutely love boots.  I know I'm not the only one.  There are so many styles and so many ways to wear them.  Right now I own four pair and if I could, I would own at least four more.

Right now I'm wearing my faux sheep fur boots almost every day.  I have a grey pair and a black pair. They are warm and soft and the most comfortable shoes I own.  I wear them with leggings and skinny jeans, although I have been know to slip into them while wearing regular cut jeans.

I also love wearing my near knee high brown boots.  I love that they are flat and very comfortable.  My favorite way to wear them is with leggings and jeggings.  They are a little too snug to wear with jeans.

The last pair of boots I am wearing this winter are my cowboy boots.  I just love the design and get compliments every time I wear them.  I wear them with jeans of all kinds, with my jeans tucked and untucked.  I've also worn them with leggings and a long skirt.

There really are countless ways to wear boots.  Do you need some boot inspiration? Check out these cowgirl boots.  And don't forget your man, who will love these cowboy boots.

How do you wear your boots?  How many do you own?  I would love to hear in the comments!  Or better yet, post a pic!  As always, thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

Natosha

Healthy Snacking Alternatives

Around my house I am always looking for ways to switch out junk food for something healthier without losing the fun.  My 6 year old is a picky eater who loves crackers and chips and turns up his nose at fresh fruit and vegetables.

I decided to try adding yogurt dips to lure Jaxon into healthy snacking.  I'm so underhanded, lol.  But it's for a good reason.

We love Chobani yogurt and now they have introduced Chobani Meze Dips .  The sad news around here is, the Chobani Meze dips aren't available in my area.  But no need to sulk.  I just grabbed some plain Chobani Greek Yogurt and whipped up a ranch dip.  Who doesn't love ranch?

I used one plain Chobani Greek Yogurt, two BIG spoons of mayo and a tablespoon of homemade dry ranch mix.

I'm happy to say Jaxon loved the yogurt dip.  He pretty much dove in.  I have to admit I had a pretty healthy helping of the veggies and dip myself.  However, why should I feel bad.  I switched out the sour cream with healthy, yummy Chobani Yogurt and used homemade ranch mix.  Now if I can just get my hands on some of the Chobani Meze Dips.

Do you need some inspiration for healthier snacking?  Check out this cool infographic from Chobani:



Give healthier snacking a try.  You won't regret it.

Thanks for stopping by,
Natosha  <3