To promote health and wellness in our community, we decided to throw a ladies' fitness night! We educated a group of women about the importance of living a balanced life and being fit physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Then we had some fitness instructors volunteer some of their time to teach some mini classes. We did strength training, U-Jam, and yoga. It was a great night to focus on ourselves and get moving! It was so much fun, and we can't wait to throw another one.


The menu:

Power Muffins found here: http://seeaimeecook.blogspot.com/2013/07/power-muffins-blueberries-oatmeal-greek.html

No Bake Energy Balls found here: http://www.thedirtydash.com/easyno-bakeenergyballs/

Celery, carrot sticks, and ranch

Popcorn

Fruit

Water

One of our favorite souvenirs to pick up while traveling is delicious recipes because they are something you can keep using—they don't break, they don't get too small, and they take up no space in a suitcase. So here is a simple but delicious recipe we picked up in Rome this week for roasted artichokes, a perfect summer dish you can bake or grill for your next soiree. They certainly are a food that impresses! 

Hope you all had a great weekend! I know we did, especially Sunday when we entertained ten of our favorite friends at a dinner party. We decided on Caprese Chicken with Hassleback Potatoes, fresh French bread, and an Apple Walnut salad. Dessert was a delicious triple berry pie with vanilla ice cream. The result was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken, probably thanks to our secret ingredient! See below for the recipes.