Saturday, September 10, 2011

Vegging Out

It's only been a week, but I have say I have no regrets about joining the local farm initiative.

I think everybody knows they should eat more vegetables but if you are like me, sometimes you need a nudge.

The veggies I picked up on Wednesday are almost gone.  By tomorrow at this time, they will be.    Not only were they very tasty, but I love the fact that they were certified organic and grown about 25 miles from my house.  I could have bought the exact same things at the grocery store but would never know where they were grown, how far they travelled to get here, or more importantly what was sprayed on them.   The added benefit is that it supports a small local farm run by a lovely young couple.  It's good all the way around.

 So, Operation Healthy Eating is off to a great start.  (Sorry Robin for another guilt trip hehehe).   Friday night after work is generally a take-out night.  But this week I made this yummy stir fry with chicken and a thai peanut sauce.    Can you imagine??  Me - cooking on a friday night??  Its a miracle


Now, if I could only find the same enthusiasm about exercise..........
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  1. Sassafras and WinterberrySeptember 10, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    When you find enthusiasm about exercise...could you send some to me! I actually used to be a gym rat...now, well, it's not really happening! I just bought the next size up in clothes today....waaaaaaa.

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  2. Dog Trot FarmSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Kim, I am going to join you with "clean" eating. My husband's vacation is over, I can't put it off any longer, time to return to my daily five mile walk. Thank you for the inspiration. Smiles, Julie.

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  3. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    My youngest son is a certified personal trainer, ( He does it part time. He is a full time college student). I joined his gym in January, pay every month and have only gone three times. I need more than motivation. I need a bomb under me. Now to the vegetables. I am a huge fan of local farms and will drive miles to buy fresh seasonal produce. L love a good stir fry.

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  4. Larkrise garden girlSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Hi Kim, What does thai peanut sauce taste like? Cheri

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  5. TheCrankyCrowSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Yeah, I can tell you're real, real, sorry, Girlfriend! ;o) Hey....do Funyuns count as a veggie??? Ok, ok....I'll hand it to you - your stir fry looks delicious....and sounds awesome too....As for exercise...uhmmm....not so much...Have a wonderful, veggie-filled, evening!! Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  6. yayaSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    It looks delish and not only are you going to be happy with the healthy eating results..your pocketbook will be smiling too!

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  7. Farm GirlSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    It looks wonderful and I love that you are enjoying it.
    WE have had thunder and lighting all day and there are 50 fires all around us burning. So weird.
    None close to me but close to my friends.
    I just wanted to stop by and say hi before I get off my computer.
    Hugs

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  8. The Barn DoorSeptember 11, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Wow Kim that looks yummy!!! Love your new background too.
    Karen & the Hounds

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  9. misstheseaSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    One step at a time! Maybe once you REALLY enjoy the cooking etc. the exercise will follow :) I need to get myself to the farmer's market this week for some fresh veg!

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  10. moosecraftSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    It's all good! I'm going to have to research the availability of the farm initiatives in my area...

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  11. PatSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    My daughter and her husband have done this also...they pick up their veggies on Friday from a local farm. If you actually have the vegetables in the house you use them. Your stir fry looks wonderful. But I still won't cook on a Friday night.

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  12. JuliaSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Kim, I'm so proud of you for eating Organic and cooking on Friday night. What is your aunt think of of all this ??? Your stir fry looks yummy. JB

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  13. Taos SunflowerSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Yum! I'm with you on eating local. We've had a CSA subscription for years. One thing we've noticed is that the lettuce (which hasn't been on the road for weeks) stays fresh for so very long. Now, if I could only get my enthusiasm up for cooking...

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  14. LeontienSeptember 11, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    haha well i am glad your enjoying your veggies! I like all my veggies except Asparagus... sorry but i just do not care for them. Your stir fry looks great!

    Hope you have a great week
    Leontien

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  15. acorn hollowSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    ooh yummmmy you should share the recipe!
    Cathy

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  16. karenSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    I would love to be able to do something like your farm initiative, but have never seen anything like that here. When I was in Olympia, WA there was a local farmers market there where you could pick up whatever was picked that week. My friend saved lots of money that way, and everything was organic and FRESH. You and others have inspired me to get myself back on track with very healthy meals.

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  17. DonnaSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I so admire your committment to good health and eating. I resolve too, only to fail. Thanks for some much needed inspiration!!

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  18. no spring chickenSeptember 12, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Good for you! I've been thinking about joining for 2 years. Maybe next year!

    Blessings, Debbie

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