Balanced?
Before I being ~ I just wanted to apologize for being distant lately… I am by no means stopping the blog but I’ve been struggling trying to find the balance between doing house stuff, working longer hours, working out, getting homework & class stuff done, and preparing to go away for a business trip next week (oh and relaxing?), but bear with me, I’m sure I’ll get in the swing of things again!
I’m sure glad that I got my veggies in at lunch today because my dinner tonight consisted of a few bowls of cereal while on a conference call…
I’m not sharing a picture of my cereal because it’s boring, but I am going to share my colorful AND delicious lunch with you!
Containers of salsa & black beans:
And they got mixed into this delicious bowl of spinach, carrots, and cherry tomatoes… with a string cheese for extra protein 
I found that by using salsa, I didn’t need a dressing. I think I’m going to start using this method more often… lower in calories AND way more nutrient dense than dressing (except for EVOO)!
I was full after I finished my salad so I saved my goldfish for a little later and had them to tide me over until dinner..
Ok lovelies, well I’m off to relax for a little bit since I’m finally off the phone/computer for the night, but…
No worries, girly! Life always goes before blogging in my book. I am the same way this week – and my posts have been lackluster. Finals, grrr. But life always wins out!
i hope you find your balance – that’s always hard. I love seeing new posts from you! Life is life, with or without a blog
YES! I recently converted to salsa as dressing and am LOVING it. Hooray for no high cal dressing. I’m with everyone else- post when you can….we’ll always be here excited to read
I’m just happy to see you posting at all! I love your blog girlie
can’t wait to see tomorrow’s post!
I agree it is so hard to balance everything. Although blogging is fun, it is SO time consuming. Take the breaks when you need to and know we will continue reading whenever you come back
How weird.. I just made a huge salad with beans and covered it all in salsa!! It’s my new obsession!
I hear ya. I’m trying to balance my life as well. Right now, I need to get my paper done…by midnight!
No need to skip the EVOO! I make a salsa vinaigrette with a combo of EVOO, salsa and lime juice or vinegar! Or I run some salsa through the food processor with Greek yogurt for a healthy creamy salsa dressing.
I love the gold fishes!
I’ve been trying to find balance between life and the blog as well, it’s a process!!
Oooo giveaway, I can’t wait!
I think we all go through swings with our blogging..it has to fit and be the right time…cause it’s valuable to us to read but has to be fun for you!
Good idea to use salsa as a dressing! I really need to do that more often
Hey, don’t worry about the blog – we’ll be here when you have something to say!!
I mix salsa with fat free ranch for a veggie dip – love it!
Great idea- if you like hummus, i use that as a dressing, and avocado..mmm!
refresh refresh (*squints and looks for giveaway*
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ahhh, balance.
it is so elusive huh?
take care of YOU first—-we can wait.
kinda patiently
I LOVE using salsa as dressing!! Well, I just love salsa
Ew to conference calls! Those are always a pain!! Good luck finding balance, you’ll make it work just fine!
I know what you mean about trying to find that balance! It gets hard sometimes when things are hectic, but it’s nice just to have the blog to turn to as a way to sort out your thoughts and take a step back.
I love the salad! The salsa and beans are are a great idea for a healthy alternative to dressing.
Don’t worry about the posting. I just love getting updates when you have a chance. I also LOVE using salsa as a topping for my salads – yum…
You’re doing a great job with working our the balance issue. I find posting way less is working quite well!
I love hearing from you when you have time and energy.
I hear ya on the balance thing and just want to echo Erin – posting less has been amazing. It really helps me feel motivated to blog when I am actually motivated to blog, if that makes sense
We’re here no matter what, Miss Linds!