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10 Uses for Copabia

10 Ways to Use Copaiba!  Copaiba is one of the best oils for overall health, cardiovascular, immune, digestive and respiratory health, fabulous for pain!  Overall Health. Take 2 drops under your…

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December 12, 2018
Blog, Fitness, Gluten Free, Lunch, Recipes, Redux, The Recipe Redux

Picnic Season

Its that time of year! Picnic Season! Did you know that April 23rd is National Picnic Day?!   I am hoping the weather will be nice so we can have a picnic…

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April 22, 2018
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H2O

H2O AKA Water is so very important to our health. Water is the most abundant substance in our bodies. Water makes up 55% to 75% of our total body weight.…

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December 12, 2015
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DIY Laundry Soap

I love making my own soap! Especially now with the craziness going on right now and not being able to just run to the store and grab a few things.…

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April 29, 2020
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  • Daily Affirmations

    Daily Affirmations

    February 8, 2020 / 6 Comments

    Today I want to talk about affirmations! What we tell ourselves each and every day is so very important for our health and well being. Do you know that on average women think 85,000 thoughts a day—with upwards of 95% of those thoughts being negative? YIKES!  In fact, our brains are wired to make these negative thoughts STICK to play over and over and over again, all in the name of survival mode. What are you saying to yourself daily through your words and thoughts? Are they empowering you and uplifting you to dream bigger? Life is going to have struggles and challenges that’s why it’s so important to have…

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    February 2, 2020 / 1 Comment

    Welcome to another Meal Planning Sunday! I hope these recipes help you plan your meals for the week! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Not on my list yet!? Sign Up Here! =) Here we go! Monday Garlic Butter Herb Beef Roast Garlic Butter Herb Beef Roast – Tender and juicy garlic butter herb roast sirloin! The seared garlic butter herb crust is incredible… Tuesday Taco Tuesday! Well, it’s another Taco Tuesday!!! Top with your favorite taco…

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  • No Spend February

    No, Spend February

    February 1, 2020 / 4 Comments

    “A fresh month has come! Open your mind for opportunities, and you will be amazed at how much you are capable of achieving!” It’s that time again! Time for us to do a NO SPEND MONTH!! We did this back in November 2018 (read more here) As well as back in July 2019! (read more here) By doing these NO Spend Month Challenges not only does it help us control our spending, it really is fun to get creative with our cooking by using what we already have! This challenge also helps us get a little bit closer to our goal of FI! {Financially Independent!} Read more about our FIRE…

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    Meal Planning Sunday #13

    January 26, 2020 / 2 Comments

    Welcome to another Meal Planning Sunday! I hope these help you plan your meals out! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Not on my list yet!? Sign Up Here! =) Here we go! Monday Baked Crack Chicken Breasts Baked Crack Chicken Breasts, also referred to as Ranch Chicken with Bacon, is a delicious and creamy dish loaded with cheese and bacon. Hard to believe that Crack Chicken is also Low Carb and Keto-Friendly! Tuesday Taco Tuesday! Well,…

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  • Love Your Body 21 Day Challenge

    January 26, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Hello February!!  “Fall in love with taking care of your body!”  Love your Body 21 Day LES MILLS On Demand  Challenge!  During this challenge, we will be setting an intention of LOVE. Throughout the Love Your Body Challenge, we will show our bodies love every single day.  We’ll move and sweat together, we’ll eat nutrient-packed and delicious meals, we’ll practice meditation and self-care, and offer each other support and encouragement. You’re going to love the way you feel — strong, healthy, fit, glowing, empowered, supported, and loved…by yourself and everyone in our accountability group.  This challenge is the perfect mix of workouts, from HIIT to strength training to yoga, so…

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    January 19, 2020 / 1 Comment

    Welcome to week 12 of our Meal Planning Sunday! I hope it is helping you plan your meals out! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Not on my list yet!? Sign Up Here! =) Here we go! Monday Instant Pot Crack Chicken Spinach Soup Instant Pot Crack Chicken Spinach Soup – Packed with flavors and so speedy to prep, this Instant Pot crack chicken spinach soup is your next favorite! Tuesday Taco Tuesday! Well, it’s another Taco…

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    January 12, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Welcome to week 11 of our Meal Planning Sunday! I hope it is helping you plan your meals out! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you know the new menu is up! Not on my list yet!? Sign Up Here! =) Here we go! Monday Buttery Garlic Herb Pork Tenderloin This Baked Pork Tenderloin is the BEST I’ve ever had! It’s outrageously juicy, bursting with herb, garlic butter flavor and SO easy! Step by step photos, tips and tricks included! Tuesday Taco Tuesday! Well,…

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  • Healthy Lifestyle

    Healthy Lifestyle

    January 8, 2020 / 1 Comment

    What does it really mean? The word “healthy” means different things to different people. It could totally mean one thing to one person and then something completely different to another. Regardless of who you are, I want to make one point very clear: being healthy does not have a single set of rules you have to live by!  But there are some principles you can adopt to create a healthy mindset, which will give you a great foundation for being healthy. If you’ve ever been a bit overwhelmed or thought to yourself, “What does health mean?”, then this blog is for you. Now is the time to think about how you…

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    January 5, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Welcome to week 10 of our Meal Planning Sunday! HAPPY NEW YEAR! I took last week off from our Meal Planning I’m excited to get to these meal planning Sunday posts! I would love to hear from you! Post in my comments what kind of recipes you would like to see on these meal plans and if there is anything you think I should add! Thank you!! My hope is to help you plan your meals out! Copy my menu each week or create your own! If you missed last weeks click here. If you are on my email list I will be emailing you as well to let you…

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    January 3, 2020 / 2 Comments

    Hello January!! Wow! Can you believe its already January! Did you make a new year’s resolution or picked a word for this year? I want to help you start this year off right with a NEW FREE 21 day challenge!! Will you join us? This challenge will help you stay motivated and on track with your health and wellness goals! Let’s keep each other accountable! Are you in? Let’s do this! Join Here Are you ready for a fun and exciting new challenge?! Join me for a free 21 Day Challenge and get access to over 800+ workouts to stream, a sample meal plan, and a workout calendar! Plus – I will…

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    2019 Top Ten Blog Posts

    January 2, 2020 / 1 Comment

    Good Morning! Happy New Year! I thought it would be fun to look back at my top ten most viewed blog posts. I do see a theme for sure! I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment below what you would like to see from me in 2020! Okay, let’s get started my Top 10 Blog Post from 2019! 10. Simplifying Our Retirement Accounts 9. No, Spend Month You can also check out my update to our no spend month here. 8. Our Journey to Financial Independence 7. DIY Dishwasher Tabs 6. Meal Planning Sunday #1 5. LES MILLS ON DEMAND | STREAM 800+ WORKOUTS ANYWHERE 4.…

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  • A Quick Fireplace Wall Refresh: From White to Grey

    December 28, 2019 / 0 Comments

    A Quick Fireplace Wall Refresh: From White to Grey Looking to give your living space a cozy, modern vibe without breaking the bank or spending days on a project? I recently tackled a super simple update to my fireplace wall, and I’m thrilled with the results! Here’s how I transformed it with just a can of paint. The Project: Painting the Fireplace Wall My fireplace wall was a stark white—clean, but a little too plain for my taste. I wanted something that felt warm, sophisticated, and tied the room together. After browsing some inspiration online, I decided on a soft, medium grey to add depth without overwhelming the space. What…

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  • Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

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    December 22, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Today sadly is our last day of 12 days of cookies! I hope you have enjoyed this series? I would love to hear your feedback. Leave a comment below! =)   On the twelfth day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies Related posts:Ultimate Grocery Shopping Guide 2026: Simple Tips to Save Money, Eat Healthier, and Shop Smarter

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    December 21, 2019 / 0 Comments

    On the eleventh day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… Easy Cookie Dough Truffles {Paleo/Vegan/Keto} A sinful dessert made Guilt-FREE out of healthy ingredients! YES PLEASE!!! Easy Cookie Dough Truffles Related posts:Ultimate Grocery Shopping Guide 2026: Simple Tips to Save Money, Eat Healthier, and Shop Smarter

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    December 20, 2019 / 0 Comments

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    December 19, 2019 / 0 Comments

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    December 18, 2019 / 0 Comments

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    December 17, 2019 / 0 Comments

    On the seventh day of Cookies, my Trainer gave to me… Paleo Fudge Cappuccino Crinkles Paleo Fudge Cappuccino Crinkles Paleo Fudge Cappuccino Crinkles MAKES: 32       SERVINGS PREP: 15 MINS       BAKE: 10 MINS 350°F Ingredients 1/3 cup Grass-fed butter, softened 1 cup packed Coconut brown sugar 2/3 cup  Cacao powder  1 tablespoon Instant coffee granules (preferably Organic) 1 teaspoon Baking soda 1 teaspoon  Cinnamon 2 Egg  2/3 cup Vanilla Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons Flax Seed, ground 1 cups Almond flour 1/2 cups Coconut Flour 1/4 cup Coconut sugar or stevia Directions Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Beat butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add the coconut brown sugar, Cacao powder, coffee granules, baking…

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Hi!! I’m Kristin, the heart behind Live Simply with Kristin. 
As newly empty-nest empty nesters, Ryan and I sold it all and live full-time in our cozy camper—trading big house stress for simple joys, freedom, and adventures together.
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