Well, the holidays are over and time to get back to ‘normal’ life–whatever that means. We had a fabulous Christmas but I don’t have any pics loaded on the computer yet. I have been extremely lazy about getting on the computer. My favorite gift that I received was a Wii Fit Plus from my hubby. I LOVE IT!! I also got some Christmas money and got the Wii Active. I quickly learned that the Wii Active can kick my tail!! It is more of a workout than the Wii Fit–although the Wii fit can burn some booty too 
Anyway, I am currently pretty daggone sore from them both!
I thought I probably should get on here and kind of explain why I haven’t been blogging for the last few weeks. It really had little to do with the busyness of the holidays. After reading this post by Heather, I thought that I too should be able to be honest on MY blog. Ya see, I kind of stepped back because I have been feeling like a hypocrite or a lunatic–which ever one is worse. I say that because of the fact that my diet is EVER changing and confusing. I say I’m doing one thing only to find that it doesn’t work for me. Every time I think I have something figured out–I realize that I don’t. Then I feel all this pressure to stick to what I said–EVEN IF IT’S NOT WORKING!! So, that is BAD, right? Yeah!
This past year has been one of the most confusing where my health is concerned. I loved what Heather said about labels and gave that a lot of thought. Thanks Heather I am NOT labeling myself anymore. I am NOT vegetarian(for real), high raw, vegan, low carb, macrobiotic yada, yada, yada!
I DO, however, HAVE to stay away from gluten due to Celiac and I HAVE to stay away from things that feed my candida. I have tried way TOO hard to force my body to do one thing or another and it has been miserable!! This past week has been so freeing because I am eating what sounds good–as long as it’s not going to worsen my health. Last night, I had cooked cabbage and onions with ground deer meat that I seasoned with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and paprika(sorry–no pics–I gobbled it up!). It HIT THE SPOT!! Gasp, I ate deer! Yes, my hubby is a hunter and that is something I have never felt comfortable enough to share on my blog due to all the veggie fanfare That’s all I’m sayin’ on that note. So, I am eating meat again and feeling SO much better. I DO think that some people just don’t thrive on a veggie diet and I’m learning that I’m one of them.
Along with the meat in my diet, I am mainly eating eggs and tons of veggies. This seems to be helping my yeast some and for that I am SO grateful. It’s NOT about labels, but about finding what will make me well!! I am also HAPPY 
to report that I am eating some almond flour and doing okay!! You have NO idea how happy that makes me!! I got ‘The Almond Flour Cookbook’ and have made several things out of it. Of course, I have to tweak and use stevia instead of agave due to the candida, but it’s working.
Last but not least, my hubby has agreed to eat whatever I’m eating with a few exceptions–a.k.a he is eating cheese and I’m not–little things like that. It has made life SO much easier and he’s losing weight to boot
Sorry about the picture less post. I’ll be a little more prepared next go around See ya!
Lots of smileys in this post–that is a good thing!! Hope you’re smiling today!!!!
VERY IMPORTANT P.S.–HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO HEATHER!!!!!! I think this day calls for some protein ice cream!!
So much HEAB love going on in this post, and I won’t lie. I liked it.
Way to go my friend, no labels! You do what you think is best for your body, and no one should be judging you for it.
I think you dinner last night sounded sooo good. I love venison, but you can’t buy it, and CD is not a hunter. So, I shall live vicariously through you. Please eat some for me.
Glad you enjoyed your holidays, that you are figuring out your body, that you can enjoy almond flour, that you and your hubby can eat TOGETHER, and that you sent me the sweetest e-card. Thanks Kimberly. Love you!
-Heather
Hey, if I get to come back to Nashville this summer, I will bring you some venison
“I DO think that some people just don’t thrive on a veggie diet and I’m learning that I’m one of them.”-GOOD!!!!!!!! I am always thrilled when someone finds THEIR path, not mine or susie q’s or heabs or whoever, but hers! You are finding your path, K, and that’s awesome!
Deer meat. Girl. I grew up in rural MN. Everyone hunted. But they were true hunters. The women know how to fix every last inch of deer or duck or you name it, and nothing is wasted. The animals feed family’s. I am not personally vegan b/c of the animal right’s aspect, I am vegan b/c for my health, it seems to be best, for now. But that can always change. And I believe if people hunt respectfully and eat what they hunt, then they are being conscious and making decisions that work for them. I applaud you for blogging about this!
Thanks Averie
Oh, and I have been checking out your blog, just not commenting much lately. Glad your back from your lovely vacation all safe and sound!
Hey Kimberly….Happy New Year!!
We are on a similar type of path…gluten free & anti-candida. It’s quite a challenge sometimes and friends & family struggle to understand. I just had to go on two rounds of antibiotics & are a little depressed that all the progress I’ve made over the past year just got wiped out! Monday I get back on tract. I wanted to ask you if you happened to see the recipe HEAB posted of a chocolate bread I make? I thought of you because it’s one of the few “treats” I can have on this diet. If you’d like to try it I’d be happy to send the recipe to you.
So here’s to all of our journey’s and doing the very best we can along the way as we learn & grow & share with each other!! Thank you for sharing!
I’m sorry to hear that you had to go on anti-biotics! That happened to me back in Oct. and it was SO frustrating!
I think I remember seeing the chocolate bread on HEAB’S blog, but would love the recipe
My e-mail is address is in my side bar. You can send me the recipe there if you want. I would love to hear more about your journey as well! Do you have a blog? Have a great day
Thanks so much for stopping over at my blog! I’ve been reading through yours, and you sound like such an honest, sincere, and loving person. Can’t wait to keep reading!
Sounds like you’ve made some truly wonderful realizations in this post! Labels aren’t for everyone… I see them more as a way of defining a lifestyle to simply explain it to others. Labels should never be the focus! Living a healthy lifestyle that suits YOU is all that’s important.
And hunting… my dad’s side of the family is OBSESSED! You can bet that we have a freezer full of venison. Honestly, I don’t mind it! I’m not much of a meat-eater, but venison is a pretty darn healthy and lean meat, plus I know exactly where it came from. Can’t get much better than that.
xxoo
Heather
Happy New Year, Kimberly! I’m glad to hear that things are getting better
Ah yes, there’s no need to label yourself if your body will be fine with it. And no shame in being a hunter (or your husband being a hunter). I believe that God created humans to eat meat.
Yay for not having to cook separately for the hubby and for wii fit! And smiles too of course
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oh my gosh I can’t believe I missed your post.
Can I say GOOD FOR YOU! no labels….It’s all about your particular journey. (my husband hunts too but hasn’t in ages)
if some meat or eggs makes you thrive than Kimberly…eat them. and tell us how you are doing! I understand the “vegan” pressures though.
It shouldn’t be about that.
I am a firm believer that we are all unique and have different needs and that ‘s what keeps our world balanced.
big hugs and Happy New Year
So nice to read your post. My diet is always changing too. I found out that I don’t have a yeast overgrowth so I am back to eating fruits and some sweets (I have to have a little sugar to stay sane). I gained 4 pounds over the holidays (after I found out I did not have a yeast overgrowth, I kind of went crazy with some bad choices). I have kind of been hard on myself about it, and I wish I could just be happy with what God gave me. So thanks for being so honest and know that you are not alone! I hope this New Year brings you many blessings and the ability to just be you, who needs labels anyway?
PS: My husband deer hunts and we have a freezer full of meat, and I love it!
Hey Kim! Missed getting to talk with you Sunday-as hubby was rushing you out the door (boo-hiss)
This sounds like a post where you’re wanting to get back to “Living Free”! Good for you 
It’s not about what others think, and it’s certainly not about labels- they only do one thing: send you to Funky Town! Wii fit and Wii active are so fun aren’t they? My mom has both and my sisters sometimes have communal exercise sessions. Fun, fun! You don’t even realize you’re exercising b/c you’re having too much fun watching the little Miis.- Anyway, thanks for my b-day gift! It was so sweet of you…I LOVED the candle. It’s beautiful and smells to-die for. I don’t think I want to burn it (there goes my hoarder tendency)! The pom candy is yummo too. Jesse already discovered them…I guess I’ll have to hide them somewhere to be able to enjoy them myself 
. I know we talked about having coffee before the holidays hit, and then we never did! Your post about a fun day w/ Hope reminded me… You just let me know what your calender is like and we’ll pick a date, k? Hope your day is a great one! And I was so glad to get on here and find some positive posts to let me know you left Funky Town 
Love, ~K