Brick House by the Commodores

Get Down Tonight – KC and the Sunshine Band

You Should Be Dancing by Bee Gees

Super Freak by Rick James

Unglued by Stone Temple Pilots

Car Wash by Rose Royce

Rearviewmirror by Pearl Jam

Monday Chat – Did You Watch My Fashion Show?

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

chat-monday

Happy Monday everyone!

Yesterday, I got a very important task done.  I made myself two new shirts from fabric that came from my aunt’s stash.  And of course, I let you watch me sew and I did a little fashion show for you at the end!  No need for applause. lol

Not sure what’s on the agenda for today.  I got up late and have not had my coffee.  I can’t even think about plans yet.  But I hope to have a video for you later.  Stay tuned!

Oh, I know what I must do!!!  I have to go through the mail.  I hate that task!!!  But I will get it done.  I hope!

Have a great Monday!

Darlene
XOXO

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


Watch Me Sew My 2 New Shirts plus Fashion Show!!!

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


Easy 3-Ingredient S’mores Bark Recipe

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

3-ingredient-smores-bark-recipe-tablespoon-general-mills-darlene-michaud

NOTE: I get messages asking me why I post these types of recipes while I’m following a zero carb animal kingdom only food plan.  My answer is because I’m following ZC, but I bet you’re not! Just because I eat a certain way does not mean I have to limit myself to sharing only meat recipes. I’m not the carb police! lol

Be sure you check out what I eat everyday!!!


free-pillsbury-recipe-cookbook


Easy 3-Ingredient S’mores Bark Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 bags (12 oz each) milk chocolate chips
1 cup Golden Grahams Cereal
1 cup mini marshmallows

Darlene’s Tip: You could use broken up graham crackers instead of the cereal.

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1:  Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave uncovered for 2-3 minutes. Stir, and continue heating in short intervals until chocolate is smooth and glossy when you stir it.

Step 2:  Pour chocolate out onto parchment and use a large rubber spatula to spread in a thin, even layer (about 1/4 inch thick).

Step 3:  Immediately sprinkle cereal and marshmallows over chocolate.

Step 4:  Let stand about 30 minutes or until firm, or refrigerate if necessary. Break into 2-inch pieces. Store covered at room temperature.

Source and Image: General Mills

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


FREE EBOOK – Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

little-women

This was one of my favorite books as a young teen!  I really should read it again!

FREE EBOOK – Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

Note: price can go up at any time so check to see if it’s still free

You can find lots more free ebooks here (make sure Kindle Edition is $0.00)

You can download for free to your PC

You can download the free Kindle app to your device

You can also shop for a Kindle if you prefer

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


Michael’s Craft – Home Décor Vanity Crate Instructions and Supply List

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

crate-craft-michaels-darlene-michaud

Home Décor Vanity Crate

I think this would be adorable in a girl’s room!  You can add the little hooks all along the inside of the crate and she can hang all her jewelry on the hooks, including rings!  Hair accessories could be on a tray at the bottom. Fun craft!

Suggested Supplies List including the crate!

INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1:  Sand down rough edges of the crate, especially on the inside.

STEP 2:  Paint the outside slats using the image as a guide. Let dry.

STEP 3:  Paint the bottom, inside of the crate white. Let dry.

STEP 4:  Paint the outside rim of the crate white. Let dry.

STEP 5:  Use the crate as a shelf on a desk or hang it on the wall. Style books or decor inside.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

image and source

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


Walmart Clearance – Moda Women’s Plus Cowl Knit Poncho Only $8.50

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

plus-moda-womens-plus-cowl-knit-poncho-walmart-clearance-darlene-michaud

Women’s Plus Cowl Knit Poncho

Clearance Price Only $8.50 FREE Store Pickup (some locations)
Was $18.97 – You save $10.47!

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


Walmart Clearance – Concepts Women’s Plus Size Flyaway Sweater Vest Only $7.00

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

concepts-womens-plus-size-flyaway-sweater-vest-walmart-clearance-darlene-michaud

Concepts Women’s Plus Size Flyaway Sweater Vest

Clearance Price Only $7.00
Was $16.88 – You save $9.88!

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


Walmart Clearance – No Boundaries Junior Plus-Size Short Sleeve Raglan Shirttail Henley Only $4.00

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

no-boundaries-junior-plus-size-short-sleeve-raglan-shirttail-henley-walmart-clearance-darlene-michaud

These are selling out fast, so if you are interested check NOW to see if your color and size is still available!

No Boundaries Junior Plus-Size Short Sleeve Raglan Shirttail Henley

Clearance Price Only $4.00 – FREE Store Pickup (some locations)
Was $10.88 – You save $6.88!

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


What I’m Watching On TV Tonight 1/7 – 2017 Golden Globe Awards with Jimmy Fallon NBC plus Red Carpet and After Party on E!

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

golden-globes-2017-television-lineup-darlene-michaud

NOTE:  I still watch TV like in the olden days!  I don’t watch DVDs.  I don’t record stuff to watch later.  I don’t watch online.  I’m a dinosaur!  If you are too, hang out with me to see what I’m watching!


Tonight is all about the Golden Globes for me!  I watch it all, starting with the countdown all the way through the after party!  Programs like this are good for me because I can just listen and work at the same time.  I can glance over to the TV whenever something interesting happens.  I love to see how everyone is dressed, and I also love the actual awards program, even if just for the cringe factor.  I swear, when their speech goes on and on and on and the music starts to play, I have to hide my eyes and block my ears.  I’m so embarrassed for them! lol  And if they stumble going up the stairs, well, that’s always cool too!  And I LOVE Jimmy Fallon!

The fun starts at 4:00pm on E! then switch over to NBC for the awards then back to E!

E! Countdown to the Red Carpet: The 2017 Golden Globe Awards, Sunday 1/8/17 4:00pm-6:00pm eastern on E! (details)

E! Live From the Red Carpet: The 2017 Golden Globe Awards, Sunday 1/8/17 6:00pm-8:00pm eastern on E! (details)

The 2017 Golden Globe Awards LIVE, Sunday 1/8/17 8:00pm-11:00pm eastern on E! (details)

E! After Party: The 2017 Golden Globe Awards, Sunday 1/8/17 11:00pm-12:00am eastern on E! (details)

image: http://www.nbc.com/the-golden-globe-awards

source: http://www.tvguide.com/listings/

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel


What I Ate Yesterday – Day 52

I use affiliate links in some of my posts. I may earn a commission if you use my links. Full disclosure.

zero-carb-darlene-michaud-meat-only-diet


Yesterday – Saturday 1/7 – Day 52

When I got up, I had my usual cup of coffee.  I only had light cream so that’s what I used.

At 1:30pm, I had what I consider a well balanced meal, beef, chicken and pork! lol  I know many ZC vets love and eat mainly beef, and beef certainly is my staple, but I love having more than one meat on my plate.  It’s beef with sides!  That’s a delish sirloin steak that I cut from this roast, my famous broiled chicken that I warmed up in the pan with the beef, and my bacon ends, also seen here.  I ate every bit of it!

At 7:30pm, I am quite sure I ate more sliced beef and bacon ends.  I forgot to write it down.  But I know I ate plenty of it.  I remember having a full plate and it was mostly beef.  And I’m assuming I had a swig of beef.  Don’t remember.

NOTE:  Yesterday was a stressful day for me in a “life sucks” kind of way, but I do NOT stray from my new way of eating when I’m stressed out!  In fact, I cling to it because I know it keeps me feeling as good as possible.  Many people use life struggles as an excuse to eat, or as a defense for falling off the wagon.  But when I’m stressed, I already feel like shit.  The absolute last thing I want to do is make myself feel worse by punishing myself with food!  Makes.  No.  Sense.   I have not suffered any bouts of depression since I started eating this way.  Normal sadness, bad days, frustration, stuff like that is NOT depression.  It’s life.  I’m not falling apart. lol

Food that entered my mouth yesterday:  beef, chicken, bacon ends, butter, light cream, coffee, salt, pepper, lots of water.

You can watch THIS VIDEO to learn why I’m doing this.

This is the facebook group I’m in.  It’s a public group so you can read the posts without joining.

I will be talking about this new way of life often on my Youtube channel, so please subscribe and you won’t miss a thing!

This is the article that I stumbled upon by Kelly Hogan which got me immensely excited.   And this is Kelly’s blog.

PLEASE READ: Please remember that it’s MY CHOICE to eat the way I want. If you think this is unhealthy, know I’m not as concerned with physical health. I’m more concerned with my mental health. I’m on a mission to feel better mentally… without cravings!!! I’m willing to test this so you don’t have to! But what works for me might not work for you. I’m not doing this to lose weight. I’m doing this because I’m convinced that I’m overly sensitive to carbs and that I must stay away from them if there is any chance of me feeling better. I’m eating from the animal kingdom only, like the complete opposite of vegan. I know this upsets many, but I promise I won’t eat your pets. You are free to follow my progress/failures and you can even disagree with what I do. Just remember that I will get the last word because it’s my blog, my channel, my life! That’s the new me talking! (I think I’m growing balls! Let me look… yes, I see one starting to grow!)

 

BE COOL -> Subscribe to my Youtube channel