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Seafood Fried “Rice”

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We love seafood. This is an easy alternative to the traditional Seafood Fried Rice. This recipe replaces fried rice with cauliflower rice, which you can find in the frozen food section of the grocery store. We usually buy frozen wild-caught shrimp and scallops at Costco. You could also use whatever protein you enjoy such as chicken, pork, or beef. Then cut up whatever veggies you might like with it. We love adding mushrooms and spinach but peas and carrots would be more traditional.

Ingredients

  • 20 pieces of shrimp (2 servings depending on serving size and size of shrimp)
  • 1/2 to 1 cup of scallops
  • 1 cup of mushrooms
  • 2 eggs slightly whisked
  • 2 cups of spinach
  • 1 package of frozen cauliflower rice (10 ounces)
  • 1 tsp Natures Seasons
  • 1 spoonful of minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp flaxseed
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminos (alternative to soy sauce)

Preparation and Instructions

  1. Cut veggies and seafood into bite-size pieces.
  2. Heat oil olive in a large frying pan on medium heat.
  3. Add seafood and veggies to the pan. Season with Nature Seasons. Add butter and garlic. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Mix in the whisked egg. Frying time is about 10-15 minutes or so.
  4. While that is frying, make the cauliflower rice in the microwave which takes 5 minutes and 30 seconds.
  5. Add the cauliflower rice to the seafood/veggie mix.
  6. Add the Bragg Liquid Aminos. Mix it in.
  7. Enjoy this tasty Seafood Fried Rice! For a more detailed recipe, click here. For Vegan Fried Rice click here.

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Signs from Heaven

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Some days it just hits you. Some days it’s a picture that pops up in your memories. Some days it’s a funny story you want to share. Some days it’s a cardinal that sits outside your window. Some days it’s a vivid dream. When you are open to it, there are signs from Heaven everywhere.

cardinals in bird feederMy grandparents always told me that when a cardinal was around it was a sign from Heaven. After some research on Ecosia, I found an article that stated “many people believe when a cardinal lands in your yard, an angel is near. Cardinals can remind you of a departed loved one and are known as the most notable spiritual messenger”. At our home in Pennsylvania, we have a bird feeder outside of our kitchen window. Every few weeks, we have cardinals that stop by for a bite to eat. Gram and I truly believe our lost loved ones are nearby, and Gram gets so happy when she sees them. These signs from Heaven seem to appear especially when we are feeling down, and they make us feel better.

I was working on the blog this summer and was getting more and more nervous as the launch date was approaching. For some reason, I started going through my old emails. I was trying to clear away some digital clutter and another sign from Heaven appeared. I had stumbled upon some old emails from my sister. At that moment, I was kind of shocked and in disbelief to see her name as the sender.  I was also very relieved I hadn’t deleted them!

The few I read brought tears to my eyes. I miss her so much. I would write to her when I was feeling down, when I needed advice, and when I had good news to share.  She would do the same.  As you read in “Why I Launched on August 8”, I lost my sister, my best friend, a little over two years ago, and there will always be a hole in my heart where she belongs.

stacy and sister in NYC during Christmas time

When I decided to quit my job and move to Thailand, she was my biggest supporter. She wrote in an email, “I am very supportive of you leaving and pursuing your dream. You have to do what is right for you.” It reminded me that I do have to follow my heart and my dreams. Another one stated, “Confidence, confidence, confidence! You just have to believe! Just remember that you are an amazing woman!” Those words were exactly what I needed. I believe it was her way of sending me encouragement from Heaven. I realize I have lots of love and support from my AMAZING husband, friends, and family, but having my sister’s support was number one, and it hurts my heart that she isn’t here to give me her words of advice.

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When you lose loved ones you can give up. You can cry every day. You can blame God. You can blame others. I can’t tell you why these terrible things happen to very wonderful people. All I can tell you is that they are still with you and watching over you, so look for those signs from Heaven. Which ones have you seen?

I believe I will see my family again someday and that gives me hope. I also realize I can’t go on not living because I have lost. All I can do is realize life is very, very short and it can be gone in a blink of an eye. So be happy. Take steps to make changes if you are not. Enjoy life. Smile a lot. Take time for the little things. Don’t wait until tomorrow. And don’t wait for someone else to do it for you.

Stay Strong & Be Inspired, Stacy

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Tuna, Avocado and Tomato

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We like to have tuna fish, avocado, and tomatoes for lunch. We use a can of albacore tuna fish in water, 1/2 to a whole avocado (depending on if we have used avocados for breakfast that day), and then as many onions and tomatoes that will fit. We also like to add ground flaxseed to get some extra omega 3’s. You can use grape tomatoes, vine tomatoes, or homegrown. It’s that easy and you have your lean protein, healthy fat, and carb. Enjoy! If you feel you cannot have tuna fish without dressing/mayonnaise, then try Sir Kensington’s avocado mayo or Primal Kitchen’s Avocado Oil Dressings. They are both delicious and better for you, but be mindful of how much you are using.

 

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