I have been full of energy today! That is the number one benefit of eating raw for me. My energy level has shot through the roof! AND I AM HAPPY! The boost of energy is helping me get so much stuff done; I am even cleaning my house. I don't know about you, but in my house cleaning usually happens with a scowl on my face, and getting my kids to help usually only happens after a few tears, pouting, and a bit of yelling (possibly even a little bribery). Today however, I was bouncing around here and singing while cleaning the toilet. Don't get me wrong, cleaning the toilet is not exactly my idea of a good time, but the task was manageable and I was even able to get Jake (my 12 year old) and Emma (my 10 year old) to help today, too! I made them a super-berry shake this morning for breakfast and they have also been happy, helpful, and full of energy today! The recipe for the shake:
A cup of mixed frozen berries (for us, it was blueberries, blackberries, rasberries, and brambleberries)
A cup of water
A tablespoon (give or take little) of raw honey
a large handful of spinach
** Blend in the vita-mix, half a strawberry on the side of the glass, and add a straw.
The kids think they are getting special treatment because of the presentation and the name of the drink. We all started off the day on a good foot! Phillip is still not sure of the shake, but I will keep offering them to him.