Back to School Boot Camp Challenge

Hey, y'all-

There are several indicators that are signaling the end of summer break-

First, I got this terrible advertisement from Walgreens yesterday.
What the heck?!  The least effective way to draw people in is to remind them that summer is ending.  Also, when does summer actually end- September?  Pump the break, Walgreens.  

Second, I have my first day back at work on Monday.  It's just a one day training, but it means that all three of us have to be up, fed, ready and out the door by 7 to get Ryan to day camp and get to work on time.  Blah.  I've literally dropped the kiddo off at camp each day this summer in either pajamas or workout garb.

Lastly, and perhaps the most obvious- school supplies are everywhere!  There are 2 things that get me fired up while shopping- Hobby Lobby jumping several holidays and seasons ahead (I mean come on, right now there are leftover 4th of July decorations next to BOTH fall and Christmas decor).  The other thing is the moment you are cruising through Target and realize that school supplies are out.  I. Can't. Even.

In anticipation of the school year beginning, I began to plan meals.  Usually I meal plan a week at a time, but I know that this is our family's busy season.  With that being said, I am challenging you to focus on healthy food choices for you and your family.  If you join our challenge, you will have access to a meal planning calendar for July, August, and September.  Currently it has over 30 dinner recipes.  To join, simply send us your favorite Paleo/Whole30 recipe.  I will add it to the calendar and then share it with you!

Also, I have gotten some really great questions and blog topic requests about our Whole30 and Food Freedom journey.  Please continue to send them our way!  I do my best to answer quickly and honestly.  I don't try to sugarcoat (terrible word in this instance) anything- because this isn't easy...but it's totally worth it.  

Love.

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