Vegetarian 4 hour body canned soup

It is not easy being a vegetarian on the 4 hour body diet. It seems there are only so many recipes that combine vegetables, legumes, and vegetarian protein. I am happy to share my vegetarian recipes and discoveries with other vegetarians on the 4 hour body diet. If you find something please share it with me!

I have found the best vegan canned soup that fits in with the 4 hour body diet. It is Amy's organic Golden Lentil (Indian Dal) soup and it is delicious. The ingredients are; Filtered water, organic yellow split peas, organic red lentils, organic carrots, organic tomato puree, organic extra virgin olive oil, shallots, organic garlic, organic ginger, sea salt, spices, organic turmeric, and organic black pepper.

I have seen this soup anywhere from $2.50 - $3.50 per can. Here is a link to Amy's website with information about this soup. http://www.amys.com/products/product-detail/soups/000593

My first week on the 4 Hour Body diet

I am a chubby vegetarian.  I gained a lot of weight when I was pregnant with my son.  After he was born, I never did take that weight off.  In fact, I just kept adding weight!  I have tried everything so when I heard that people I knew were losing weight on the 4 hour body diet, I bought the book.  This is not a paid post, this is my own personal experiment.

After the first week I am down 5.5 pounds and 5.25 inches.  I will keep everyone updated on my progress as a way to share my experience as well as keep myself accountable.

If you would like to read more about this crazy ass diet, check out the website at http://www.fourhourbody.com/.

As I go I will be sharing vegetarian recipes that are 4 hour body friendly.  If you are a vegetarian trying this diet, be prepared to eat a lot of lentils!

Z is for Zanker

A was going to be for Antoons, but the Z post worked out better for both me and my friend Anton Zanker. Anton Zanker is the creator of Antoons and the artist responsible for http://antoonsiscool.blogspot.com/.

Anton Zanker started Antoons in 2009 but he has been making art for as long as I have known him.  Anton and I first met at a party my sister was throwing.  I just had returned from spending a year at Art School in Tilburg, The Netherlands.

Here are some of my favorite Antoons from http://antoonsiscool.blogspot.com/.  If you like them too, consider subscribing to the blog and 'liking' Antoons on Facebook.  http://www.facebook.com/antoonsiscool

AS WITHIN, SO WITHOUT.
   

Image by Anton Zanker, http://antoonsiscool.blogspot.com/

FUN!!


Image by Anton Zanker, http://antoonsiscool.blogspot.com/

YOU CANNOT FORCE FAITH.

Image by Anton Zanker, http://antoonsiscool.blogspot.com/

Y is for Yum!

Yes, this is a super lame post but we are nearing the end of the A-Z challenge.  I promise that I will have a good one for Z tomorrow.  Y is for Yum because I am having pizza from my favorite local pizza place tonight!  I hope everyone enjoys their night as much as I will!

X is for Xanthippe

Today's X post has had me worried for days.  I have been searching all around, asking friends, and even dreaming about what I would write my X post about.  This search has made me a bit cranky.  My husband's persistent suggestion of 'X-ray' has made me grumpy.  Just don't call me a Xanthippe!

Okay, I know this post is super lame.. :) Please let me know if I am using the word Xanthippe incorrectly!

W is for WTF?

Today is dedicated to my favorite sites that make me say, WTF?

If you haven't heard of regretsy yet, you are missing out! Careful, this site contains images that are not safe for kids or work. It is funny as hell though!
http://www.regretsy.com/

I admit, I check this site to make sure I am not on there. :)
http://www.lamebook.com/

Sometimes all it takes to make me feel better is knowing there are people out there whose lives suck worse.
http://www.fmylife.com/

Warning, this site can suck hours from your life.. but it is worth it!
http://fyouautocorrect.com/

Randomly I will get photo updates from this site on my phone. Yes, I am the redhead that busts out laughing at her phone in public.
http://awkwardfamilyphotos.com/

I am sorry Ms. Cole.. but I had to include this one of my list! I have no doubt that I will find myself featured here eventually.
http://www.peopleofwalmart.com/

Enjoy! :)

V is for Vagina

I am the type of mom that says penis and vagina. 

In the past I have gotten some criticism for teaching my son the proper names of his body parts and suggesting that other people do the same.  I was shocked to hear that some people actually thought children would be more likely to be abused if they knew the proper names.  To me that makes no sense at all.  As I have gotten older I have learnt to be accepting of how other people parent their children.  It is not an easy job so whatever works for you, great.

If you feel up for reading a cute article about teaching toddlers human anatomy you can read one HERE.

Happy V day! :)