Well, today is day 7, and I am hesitant to admit that we quit the raw lifestyle a little bit early. Staying true to the raw fast between dusk and dawn for the work week was no problem, but we faltered on Saturday after a long hike around the Botanical Gardens and succumbed to a delicious plate of Kelly's Jamaican. Without work to distract us, our hunger took hold, and we had not prepared enough raw snacks to combat it. Still, even at 5 days, it was a great experience. Besides just eating more raw foods, we also used the week as an opportunity to abstain from television and to get to bed earlier. We kept a gratitude journal and made sure to say a few words of thanks before we sat down to any meals. We both felt more focused, more grounded and more grateful and we plan to carry some of this week's experience back to our regular routine. Especially the part where we convinced Garrett to eat raw kale!
i can't believe how big and hansome he is! my how time flies...i think a visit to GA in is order.
ReplyDelete5 days is great! I love that you did this, with the no tv and journal and everything, it is so easy to get distracted and caught up in the insignificant things of life. Such a good idea to really strip it down and refocus every so often. You've inspired me!
ReplyDeleteAmy, I quit facebook recently but would still love to keep in touch with what you are up to and exchange updates/photos every so often of kids and whatnot! My gmail is carrierhinehart at gmail dot come. And we have been busy moving this past month but I have been missing my native sun veggies and will back to ordering soon. take care! Love the blog!