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Today is valentines day (in case the stores and advertisements didn't clue you in on that). On my drive to work I started thinking about what exactly valentines day means to me. Some people argue that it is a day for expressing love to all your dear friends and family. While still others believe it is simply about the romantic love between a couple. I'm not sure I feel strongly one way or the other. Other than elementary school, I have never been one to buy valentines and candy for everyone. I shoot a few texts out and feel a little extra "lovey" all day but that's about it. I never dated anyone before Jeffrey so I never had a special someone to share the holiday with either. Usually all my girlfriends would get together and celebrate singleness. It was never really a big deal to me. Now that I'm married, however, I am really "feeling the love". Jeffrey and I don't get carried away with it or anything (I would hope that we wouldn't sh...

Phew. Finally sitting down after a busy morning. Jeffrey and I got up at 6 AM this morning to get some important things done - I can't tell you why now, but will let you know later =). I ate a yummy pear (yes, still detoxing and feeling fabulous) and drank a cup of coffee (I decided not to exclude coffee during my detox, good choice) and was out the door by 7:40, hauling. . . well, can't tell you that just yet. After completing a list of cooking, baking, cleaning, and laundry at the Bell's, I have finally plopped down on the couch, all cozy and such. On the the more important reason for this post: O. My. Goodness. Have you noticed this amazing sun today? Correction: Of course you did! How could you miss it. It's A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. We have had a pretty gloomy January here in Portland, so I am very thankful to have a little warmth =) I believe a walk is in order today with my little guy! Come quickly springtime - I am ready for you! Happy Friday. ~SheriLynn

My Mom died of melanoma 5 years ago on January 19. This issue is so dear to my heart, especially since it is something that is so avoidable. Please watch and spread the word in her memory. http://www.thatvideosite.com/v/3386 ~SheriLynn

I have a big, crazy, family. We are all quite different and unique. And I love it. I can't wait to see these people starting TOMORROW! First stop, the Schloemers. Including . . . Mom and Dad Schloemer Jennifer (and fiance Chris) Zoe Halle Jeremy Jenell. Second stop, the Tiemeyers. Including . . . Jenny and Dad Tiemeyer Lisa Brandon Manny John Steven (Sadly no Chris this year). This is my family (and of course Jeffrey). They are some of the most important people in the world to me and I love them all dearly . Merry Christmas! I'll post pictures of my time home after the new year =) ~SheriLynn P.S. Jeffrey gave me my christmas present last night . . . photography lessons! Best. Present. Ever. Soooo Excited!

So, what is everyone doing for New Years this year? Yes, I know it may be a little early to think about this seeing as Christmas hasn't even happened yet. And by NO means am I trying to hurry past this wonderful day. I am filled with excitement and anticipation. I can't wait to see family and friends and finally spend some quality time together! This week of work before going home on Friday is going to take forever! (not that I don't love my little Hayden). New Years has simply been on my mind lately. I by New Years, I mean the resolution part of New Years. I have never really been the kind of person to make a resolution actually. Weird, seeing as it's all the rage. I seriously can't think of one single resolution that I have made before. Probably due to the fact that everyone does it and then never seems to follow through. That bothers me so I usually just avoided it. Not to mention the fact that I have never really needed to make any dramatic changes to...

It's Friday morning. . . which means my day off, and a chance to sleep in and not wake up to the jolting sound of an alarm clock. Every since I had mono a few years back, I have basically been able to sleep as much as I want. I've never been one of those people with an automatic alarm clock in their head that goes off each morning. But now that I have started getting up at 6:30 AM for work, my body has obviously decided to change things up. I woke up at 8:01 today. Wide awake. Still a little sleepy, but awake nonetheless. So, I got up. And this is what I saw outside our window: That's right, 24 degrees of goodness! Not snow, mind you, but lots of frost and fog. Isn't it beautiful? Poor Jeffrey was assigned the task of dropping the car off at the mechanic and then walking (the short 1/4 mile) to school. I'm sure I will hear about it when he gets home. He has been wanting actual snow for a while so this will have to do. Meanwhile, I am sitting in our big, cozy ...

Lentils. What do you think of when you hear that word? Usually something along the lines of brown, mushy, EW. But please indulge me and let me try and convince you otherwise. Lentils are part of the legume family and originated in India and Pakistan. They come in all different colors including yellow, red, orange, green, brown, and black. They are also packed with nutrients. Having the 3rd highest protein of any plant based food, they contain a significant source of fiber, folate, B1, and iron (ladies??). When mixed with the right assortment of spices and vegetables, the power food has a delicious earthy taste and smooth texture. When I was in 4th grade, my mom was having more and more health problems and the lupus was getting the better of her. My parents were referred to a natural path doctor and decided to give it a try. This changed our family's life for the better. Not only were we introduced to natural herbs, plants, and minerals that would help my mom (and us) but also, a b...