TONE IT UP

If you haven't signed up for the #BikiniSeries, you still have time! 2 more days until it starts!! Sign up and do it with me!! I love these girls, and your body will love/hate you after these workouts! :) 

doTERRA Essential Oils

I absolutely love these oils and use them for tons different things. Headaches, to fight sicknesses, cuts/scrapes, etc. You name it, and you can use an oil to help fix the problem!! I saw this article the other day and LOVED IT! I believe these oils were put on the earth for us to use for our health, not just to add to perfumes and such. Check out the article! And if you're interested in purchasing oils, becoming a distributor, or just want to learn more, email me and I can help you! amconnell12@gmail.com 

http://www.findingblissandwellness.com/the-power-of-essential-oils/

#BecauseofHim

http://easter.mormon.org/


#BecauseofHim the sting of death is overpowered by the truth that we will live again, and see our loved ones again.

#BecauseofHim I know that I can be with my family forever.

#BecauseofHim I have strength.

#BecauseofHim I am forgiven.

#BecauseofHim I can start fresh, and be better than I was yesterday.

#BecauseofHim I am happy, and know He is my brother, Savior, and friend. He gives me hope!!

Bomb Banana Bread

So I found this recipe, and modified a few things, and it has turned out to be a new family favorite and staple in our home. Probably not good for the waistline, but it's good for the soul...so that automatically wins.

1/2 c butter (softened)
3/4 c brown sugar
2 eggs
2 1/3 c bananas (3-4 bananas, usually. I use 4-5 most of the time)
1 t vanilla
2 c flour
1 t baking soda
1 t cinnamon
1/4 t salt (I use a little less than 1/4 t)
1/4 t nutmeg (I use a little less than 1/4 t)
1-1 1/2 c chocolate chips (I've used milk chocolate and semi-sweet, just depends on your preference)
1/2-3/4 c chocolate chips for topping

Directions:
Mix sugar and softened butter until creamy.
In separate bowl: mix eggs, bananas and vanilla together, then combine with sugar/butter mixture.
In another separate bowl: mix flour, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and chocolate chips together. Combine with other mixture.
Pour into 1 greased/floured bread pan and add chocolate chips on the top of batter.
(**You can use more or less chocolate chips, depending on your preference**)
Bake at 350 for 68-70 min. With 15 min remaining, lightly cover with aluminum foil to prevent top from burning.
Check with toothpick.
Let cool 10-15 min, enjoy!!!

We love it, I hope you do too!!!

I loved my wedding day. Especially that handsome groom!!! I love being married. I love being his wife. I love being a mom! Our life together is pretty perfect for me! My heart is so, so incredibly happy.

This kid makes me smile. He is hilarious!