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Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles
It’s Valentine’s Day today! And February is National Chocolate Lover’s Month. There has been a lot of doubling up this month — perfect for planning posts! If you celebrate Valentine’s Day, have a beautiful day! I know it’s a commercial holiday, etc. etc… My husband likes to remind me of that. However, we find it a great excuse to have a date night. So we recognize but work with it! Anyway, today we have a lovely chocolate treat that you could use for Valentine’s Day. Looking for a delicious snack to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than these decadent chocolate hazelnut truffles. The best part? Dates and a…
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The Benefits of Journaling on Your Relationships
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. With this being Valentine’s Week, I thought this post about the benefits of journaling for relationships was on topic. Aside from the more common benefits of journaling, like helping you to achieve your goals, figure out your feelings and emotions, and vent in a secret space, journaling can also help with your personal relationships and friendships. Benefits of Journaling for Your Relationship With Yourself One of the…
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Low-Fat Chocolate Desserts for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate is a staple for Valentine’s Day. You can’t really escape the day without something chocolate related. With that in mind, you may be wondering what you can do that incorporates the sweet part into your dessert without incorporating the fat. Here are some low-fat chocolate desserts to keep in mind. These still give you the chocolate you love without the fat you don’t need. Chocolate Crepes with Berry Sauce Chocolate crepes are easy to make and they don’t pack the fat punch that some other desserts do. All you need for this dessert is a crepe mix kit, the cocoa powder of your choice, and a berry sauce. Mix…
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Five Healthy Valentine’s Day Dates
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Are you looking for a slightly different but healthy way to celebrate the day with your significant other? Here are some healthy Valentine’s Day date options that will be fun and show your sweetie that you care! A Figure Skating Date Ice skating is an excellent way to stay active with your Valentine’s Day date. It’s also pretty effective when it comes to burning calories. A moderate session burns around 350 calories per hour whilst an intense session burns a massive 600 calories per hour. So if you fancy hitting the ice this Valentine’s Day get down to a nearby rink with your…
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Three Healthy Valentine’s Day Breakfast Ideas
Traditionally, Valentine’s Day breakfast ideas are loaded with sugar and very indulgent. If you are on a special diet plan, watching your weight, or if you are getting ready for an upcoming fitness event then these breakfasts can be a no-go option. If you want to celebrate Valentine’s day with your significant other, there are options that you can create for breakfast that are healthier and not loaded with sugar. Here are a few ideas. Strawberry-Topped Banana Pancakes Banana pancakes are very easy to make. All you need are eggs and bananas. Mix the two ingredients together until you get a pancake-like consistency. Cook in the same way you would…
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5 Ways to Be Kind to Your Partner
18 years. My husband and I just celebrated 18 years of marriage almost 2 weeks ago. We have always tried to be kind to each other so this post holds some importance for me. Whether it’s a new relationship or you’ve been married or dating for years now, being kind to each other is vital if you want to maintain a healthy relationship. If you think your partner deserves some extra love but you don’t know how to show it, here are some simple ways you can be a better partner and show some more kindness. 1. Be a Kind Listener This is particularly true if you’ve always been more…