Samara Hedges
- Dec 17, 2014
Is your energy all burnt up?
Something happened to me this morning. It happened suddenly and without warning. Like a power outage in my body. After teaching a short (and somewhat half hearted) ballet lesson I went and changed into my walking gear to take my dog for our daily walk. Half way through dragging my shorts on I looked over at Louis ( my dog). He was laying sleepily on my bed sharing my general lack of enthusiasm for movement. I sighed and said to him "maybe later? is that ok?". I took his lack
Samara Hedges
- Dec 15, 2014
Easy Peasy Power Brekky!
Need an extra energy hit to start your day? These eggs on toast are sure to do the trick. Weird combinations but trust me- so delicious! 2 slices dark rye bread, toasted Knob of organic butter Tbs Vegemite 1/2 avocado Handful spinach 2 eggs 1. Poach eggs in a saucepan of boiling water and toast bread 2. Butter toast and spread with Vegemite 3. Smash avocado on the toast and layer spinach over the top 4. Top each slice with a poached egg and enjoy!!
Samara Hedges
- Dec 13, 2014
She's a natural beauty!
It's amazing how we can live our lives a certain way for years and years and years without considering the impact our life choices are having. I don't know at which moment exactly I had a change of heart but something in me changed recently and I suddenly am far more acutely aware of what goes in and on my body and how my consumption affects animals and the Earth.
For fear of becoming labelled any kind of activist or crusader, it is suffice to say that I suddenly care a who
Samara Hedges
- Dec 9, 2014
Christmas Cravings
Cheeky indulgences, I believe, are a necessity in life! Our sanity depends on our ability to relinquish guilt and enjoy a naughty but oh so nice treat from time to time.
These sugar free Christmas crackles are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and are made in a flash! Perfect for last minute Christmas party invites and unexpected Christmas catch ups.
Chocolate Christmas Crackles (makes 12) Ingredients
2 2/3 cups puffed rice
1/4 cup rice malt syrup
100g cacao butter
15
Samara Hedges
- Dec 7, 2014
Dancember!! (well if everyone else can have a special month...)
Happy Summer to my readers!!
The day we have long awaited since the 1st of March has finally arrived! Pfft what do I mean finally?!! I'm pretty sure it was the 1st of March last week sometime wasn't it??
The year has flown by (as it tends to do now that I've aged some 27 odd years) and it is time to celebrate an amazing year that was. In my family, this time of year is renowned for it's absolute madness! Multiple nearest and dearest birthdays, dance concerts, concert af
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