Guilt free cheese cake

You can take dessert out of a girl, but you can't take a girl out of a dessert ;)
Today is my day #6 of 100 day challenge of no sugar, flour, soda or processed foods. The first 3 days were hard....but this little number has helped me through, so I thought I would share, it's only fare, right?
You would need:
Milled Flaxseed, Agave Syrup, Blue Berries, Greek fat free yogurt

Now, the picture doesn't do justice to how delicious this really is.
IT DOES taste just like cheesecake.
Here is a little info if you are interested on how good flax seeds are for you. I add it to pancakes, salads, protein shakes and use it as a base for yummy healthy desserts. ;) It tasteless, but benefits are awesome!

Enjoy!

Kairos time begginings

"Kairos time. Kairos is God's time. It's time outside of time. It's metaphysical time. It's those magical moments in which time stands still." This quote came from this post I read the other day. It got me thinking of my Kairos time with kids and family. I have those moments, I believe we all do. So I decided to start my own posts of Kairos time, for they are worth recording.


Kairos time:

I was seating at church today with Drew next to me. He is such a sweet, and tender boy. His body was leaning against mine, resting his head on my chest. My arm embracing him over his back. Ryder came by, stared at us for a minute or so and then rested his little body against mine as well. I looked down at two little heads, stroking their hair, feeling so grateful for having those boys in my life.The time stood still.

Happy 18th Birthday Hailey!

Summer 1997.

Your Dad calls me on the phone: "Hey, she is here. Do you want to meet her?" I get to his house and standing next to the window, in your red and white checker outfit, I see big blue eyes, plump lips and oh, so round cheeks! I'm in love at first sight! Little do I know at that moment that you will become such a huge part of my life.

October 1998.

"Troy, if you are not willing to commit, then I will have to move on" Strange, but it's not the break up with your Dad that is so hard. Its loosing you in the process that is breaking my heart.

April 1999.

"Dad, will you pick me up like a prince does!" It's our wedding day and your face is glowing when your dad grants your wish. Our wedding is a fairytale in your eyes, and I love you in that moment so much!

May 2001.

New beginning. You've become a big sister. And although it takes you 5 min to figure out how it all works out, once you get it you are the best big sister Rylee can ask for.

July 2003.
I love that you were able to be with us at the time when Drew was born. I still see the look on your face as you witnessed that little miracle that just took place. I always felt that experience have created a bond between you and him.

November 2007.
Driving to Disneyland. You are on the back seat between two little ones. Brooklyn starts throwing up ALL OVER YOU and gets panic. I am amazed how calm and collected you are at your young age. Comforting and reassuring her that she is ok. You are not concern about anything but the well being of your little sister. My heart is full of gratitude for you.

Summer 2009.

Being raised of different faith, you are putting your trust in our hands and go to Young Women's Camp. Four days later I drive to the canyon for the testimony meeting. I am so nervous. "Will she totally hate me?" And then I see you in a distance with other girls. Dirty face, messy hair, BIG smile on your face. "She is a trooper", I say.

Summer 2010.

London, England! You walk through the door with tears on your face and I KNOW in that moment that you are mine and we are yours! OUR FAMILY ONLY COMPLETE WHEN YOU ARE WITH US!

Dear Hailey, I am so grateful that you have come into my life. You have been such a fun and easy girl to love. I feel so blessed for the relationship that you and I have. It's funny, for I often have to remind myself that I am your "mother figure" and not your girlfriend. ;) But I LOVE having you as a girlfriend! ;)

Thank you for being fun, loving, easy going, never complaining, good hearted, level headed, determent, strong young women !

Happy Birthday beautiful girl!

Love you to bits and pieces!

Mom Anya