Performed 2 twenty minute sets on Saturday and Sunday at Hart Plaza. It was 90 degrees but my energy stayed high. I love the dance and count it an honor to dance for audiences. The dance is healing to the dancer and the viewers as well because it brings joy.
I've made tomato juice for years the old fashioned way peeling tomatoes and putting them through a food mill....well I checked out the Vita Mix cookbook this morning and found their juice recipe. I did an experimental batch and can't tell you all how much I LOVE THIS MACHINE!! Easy, easy, easy even for beginners. I put the juice in the fridge and we will drink this batch but plan to do more. I did thin it out with about 2 cups of water to reach the consistency I wanted and added 1 t Kosher salt and a little fresh ground pepper. This is a new tradition around here, sorry Mom and Grandma we have a new dog in the house!!
At least one Xyngular LEAN shake per day, and XYNG, and you will begin to alter, albeit slightly at first, you'll gradually change your food selections and noticeably lose inches and weight. That 10 grams of protein in the LEAN shake starts any day correctly.
Tomorrow, August 14, 2010 I start my TRANSFORMATION. This is a transformation is for my 56 year old body; which no longer resembles what it used to be. Yes, I know we all grow older, yet does that mean we have to completely let ourselves go to pot...so to speak???
My answer to that is a resounding NO! I refuse to enter my 60's overweight, outa-shape and out of hope. So, tomorrow with the help of a fantastic lady named Karen Million of Lake Travis Wellness Ctr. I start with a body detox.
This will be for 7 days and will be with the use of supplements and liquids, no food. So, I dug deep into the Hall closet and guess what I found! My Vita Mix machine! Yes, hiding behind the dog treats was my expensive yet rarely used Vita Mix machine. Believe it or not, I bought this contraption way back in 1997, and I am ashamed to admit that I probably only ground up nuts in it for smoothies. I did not utilize this incredible aid to health.
My blogs will be about the Adventures I encounter while Tuning in to Health, Tuning Up My Body and Tuning Out to Negative stuff!
Writing for me is the only creative outlet that I have...I hope that people can resonate with my Journey and it will be of help to someone else; as I attempt to help myself. Success to us!
Vitamix Customer Testimonial submitted 7-22-10:
"I have had my vitamix machine for about 2 months and I am feeling great! I begin each day with a fruit and veggie drink, veggies such as kale, spinach, parsley, cabbage and beets. For lunch I do the same, my health has improved and I have a lot of energy. My 11 year old granddaughter is also juicing and loves making her own.
My skin is just beautiful. Thank you Vitamix!"
~ Barbara M. of Hazel Crest, Ill.
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Customer Testimonial provided 7/14/10:
"I received my Vitamix last Oct. for Christmas. I think back now and don't know what I did without it! I now have a 1 yr. old daughter and have lost all the baby weight (40 pounds) and then some. I weigh less than I did at my wedding. When people ask how I did it and what diet I am on, I surprise them when I tell them I'm not dieting. I used to count calories and eat low-fat frozen meals only to be frustrated with minimal weight loss. Now I use the Vitamix for my meals during the day and sometimes even dinner. I need my morning smoothie like others NEED their coffee. I even take the machine with me when I go on trips or to relatives homes. For the first time in my life I am able to maintain a healthy weight without stressing about it. Eating healthy has never been so effortless!
Thank you!
Brittany W. of West Pasadena and
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Testimonial Provided 7-13-10
“I have a Vitamix that my husband surprised me with 26 years ago. It is still going strong. During canning season, I make gallons of fresh tomato juice. I just toss the cut up tomatoes in the Vita & blend-put through a sieve-bring to a boil & jar. I make smoothies-applesauce-pumpkin butter-milkshakes. This thing takes a beating & holds up & keeps going. It has paid for itself so many times- an investment that is really worth it. I love my Vitamix & don't ever want to be without one.”- Sherry M of Fairfield, PA
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Testimonial Provided 7-12-10
“Since purchasing the Vitamix machine, my life has changed dramatically. Every day I use my Vitamix either with fruit or with vegetables. I am healthier, happier, and thinner. My husband and I swear by it and needed to become Vitamix friendly again. My father, died at 89, but had one of the first Vitamix machines. He loved your machine and died of natural causes, so I, at 65, am sworn to your product line.
Thanks again." -Caroline L. of Darien, IL
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Customer provided this testimonial 7/11/10 "I bought a Vitamix 5200 brand new about 3 months ago. I have never been one to get enough fruit and veggies in my diet. I started drinking a shake of fresh apples, spinach, carrots, strawberry, blueberry, blackberry, a little lemon juice, and fresh ginger (blended with lots of ice and a little water)twice a day replacing breakfast and lunch. I also started going to the gym 4 days a week because my energy level increased as a result of the shakes. I have already dropped 35 pounds and feel FANTASTIC! I've been struggling with my weight for the last 10 years, and thanks to the Vitamix - I am finally winning the fight. I look and feel much healthier. The Vitamix was the best investment I've ever made.
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I LOVE MY VITAMIX!" - Jesse S. New York, NY
Vitamix Customer Testimonial provided 7/8/10
“I was very excited when I received my Vitamix 5200 Blender. I use to own an Oster Blender - but it would always overheat whenever I tried to blend raw Kale and Parsley. With my Vitamix Blender, it is very easy for me to make my Kale and Parsley juice. I am very happy with my new Vitamix Blender - thanks so much!”- Rose T. of Owings, MD
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I just found this website and am so happy I did. I bought my VitaMix more than 10 years ago and it is still going strong. I just had to order a new pitcher because the old one cracked but it was so easy to do and inexpensive. I use my VM every day for smoothies mainly but want to start making soups and dressings. Hoping to find and share lots of good recipes here.
Vitamix Customer testimonial provided 7/2/10
“I live on a very fixed income right now and really did not feel I could justify the cost of the Vitamix. I have Multiple Sclerosis and am in a wheelchair full-time. Right now I place a cutting board on my lap to chop fruits/vegetables. Not only is this unsafe but tiring for me. I waste a lot of fresh produce because I don't get to it before it goes bad. I have good intentions of cooking for my family but often times I'm too tired to spend an hour in the kitchen. I try to eat healthy but that can be expensive, too. I am so excited to now be able to make my own almond butter which saves me up to $6 a jar. I use up my fruit by freezing it and making ice cream with it. I now use the veggies for juicing. The apples that didn't get eaten are now applesauce.
The fact that it acts as its own dishwasher was a wonderful surprise for me. I hated using my blender because you had to take it all apart to clean it and the little rubber seal would get really gross and need to be bleached which is way too much trouble. I have gathered up my food processor, juicer and blender and they are all being donated. With the money that I am saving by using my fruits and veggies before they go bad, along with not buying the coffee drinks, smoothies and gelato, not to mention the impact it will have on my health by saving me time and effort, this amazing appliance is going to pay for itself time and time again!” - Peggy D. of El Dorado Hills, CA
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Customer Testimonial Provided 6/30/2010
“I've always been a Juice/Smoothie fanatic, but the blender that I have had took many minutes in order for me to blend all the fruit. Crushing the ice was painful, so needless to say, I only did it once or twice at the most to make my smoothie or shakes.
I went through two blenders and it so happens that I went to Costco, I was actually just browsing, and this guy behind a show stand, asked me how I was doing? I replied the standard 'Ok', and then I asked what he was demonstrating. He replied that he's about to demo the Vitamix blender. I actually rolled my eyes, thinking, another gimmick, and since I was the only one there so far, I asked him politely but with some sarcasm, "will it make good smoothies? Will it crush the ice in no time?" The guy just smiled at me and said that he'd be glad to give me a private demo seeing that nobody was nearby. So he proceeded to put in some fruit and some ice, and I just cannot BELIEVE how fast it liquefied those ingredients. I actually did a double take and started asking for more demo. He continued to answer all of my questions and more.
By this time, a few people were listening to our conversation. Needless to say, I didn't hesitate - I bought one right away. Even though it was beyond my price limit, I had to get one. After I bought it, I was a bit paranoid what my wife would say. When I bought it and told her I got a new blender, I had to sell it to her fast, so I told her, I will make her smoothies everyday! She rolled her eyes and said, 'Ya, this I have to see'.
That was 3 months ago, and to this day, I have been making smoothies, shakes everyday for her without any time lost. It is so fast, and I am so- so- so– so- so – so glad I invested in this. I have to thank the demonstrator for giving me a private demo. My wife says it's the best investment that I have ever bought as she is benefitting from it. I truly enjoy making my smoothies and shakes with ease!
Thank you so much for inventing this!” - Roy C. of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Vitamix Customer testimonial provided 7/3/10
“I have loved our VITAMIX since we got it 22 years ago as a wedding gift, and it is still going strong..only thing left from everything we received...it keeps going...and is still saving us money...my favorite thing to make is Whipped butter...I take three sticks of butter, to 3/4 cup of olive oil or canola oil and whip it up - it tastes great and I use it for cooking. I make a big tub of it every month- saves money from not having to buy it and is healthier because there are no preservatives. Smoothies and whipping up vegetables and fruits is great too. I cannot remember what it was like before having a Vitamix. We will always have one.” - Melinda S. Denver, NC
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