Ingredients
1 Tbsp Lime Juice
2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
¼ tsp Frank’s Red Hot
1 pound Shrimp (ready to eat)
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 Onion (sliced)
1 Bell Pepper (sliced)
2 tsp Tex-Mex Seasoning
4 Keto Tortillas
1 Tomato (diced)
1 Avocado
Directions
1. Marinate the shrimp in the fridge for 30 minutes in a mixture of lime juice, garlic and Frank’s
2. Saute the onion, bell pepper in the olive oil until tender in a frying pan
3. Add Tex-Mex seasoning to the pan and continue cooking for 30 seconds
4. Set the onion, pepper & seasoning aside in a bowl (keep covered)
5. Cook the shrimp in the frying pan (be careful not to overcook)
6. Assemble your tortillas with onion, peppers, shrimp and top with tomato and avocado
Author: Lila
March Journal #1
Write about the weirdest job you have ever had.
I haven’t had many jobs. I was a Sickbay worker on a cadet camp base. I was a parts picker and packer at Ford. I worked one night as a hostess at an ABC Country Restaurant. I worked one day picking ice cream at a Nestle warehouse. Then of course I’ve been a teacher for the last 14 years and I run a business with my husband. Although in terms of the business he really does all the work, or at least 90%. I don’t classify any of my jobs as the “weirdest.” Obviously, since I didn’t last more than a day at two of them –I really didn’t like them. I mean there have been weird days or weird moments but no job has been the “weirdest.” For example, there have been “interesting” ailments to deal with. There have been “quirky” bosses. There have been “wacky” co-workers. And having to wear a full on snowsuit in indoors was pretty odd (necessary but odd). The kids that we teach are wonderful, special not too mention hilarious; they make everyday amazing and weird.
What about you?
From Piccadilly‘s 200 Writing Prompts
Outfit of the Week
As you know, one of my goals for March is to “make the most of my Spring Break;” so I am heading off to Victoria, BC, with my bestie and I am treating us finally to High Tea at the Empress Hotel. The dress code is business casual; but we decided to have a little fun and get gussied up so I have been browsing for options and I have finally settled on an outfit… here it is!!

Dress: Poplin “Blissful Floral” Shirtdress
Jewelry: Butterfly Leverback Earrings
Bag: Leather Woven Crossbody in coral
Shoes: Mimi Woven Metallic Block Heel Sandals in gold
Easy Tortellini Soup

Ingredients
Cooking Spray
1 Clove of Garlic (minced)
4 cups Chicken Broth
8 oz Cheese Tortellini
4 oz Frozen Spinach (thawed)
14 oz Stewed Tomatoes
Cooking Spray
Directions
1. Spray PAM in a large pot and saute the garlic until softened.
2. Add the chicken broth and tortellini to the pot; bring to a boil then reduce heat for 5 minutes.
3. Add the spinach and tomatoes; continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Having bid 2022 a long overdue “adieu,” I spent some time thinking about what I wanted 2023 to be. Every year I tell myself that “this is my year, this is the year I’m going to get started.” Started on what?, I am not sure. 2022 was another tough year, the heartbreak often overshadowed the incredible moments. I lost momentum a lot in 2022; it seemed like the second I dusted myself off, something else hit me hard. Two steps forward, one step back. Most resolutions have been abandoned by now, so I didn’t make any. Instead, I decided that each month I am going to set a series of THREE different challenges or goals.
The focus of February was Mental Health: journalling, reading instead of scrolling and meditating. I am going to try and continue on with those goals but I am going to add the following…
March 2023: “Making the Most of…”
(…my Nike Training Club app)
1. Do ALL of the 106 Yoga Workouts
-I have been absolutely loving the ones I have done so far (25)… 81 left to go!
(…my down time)
2. Declutter one space each day
-I’d like to donate as much stuff as a I can
(…my Spring Break)
3. Have High Tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria
-This has been on my bucket list for a while; so I am going to finally treat myself
Wishing you all the best this month!
Current Addictions: Feb 2023
Ad·dic·tion
/əˈdikSH(ə)n/
noun
the fact or condition of being dependent or “hooked” to a particular substance, thing or activity.

Book: Maame by Jessica George
Music: Shania Twain’s Queen of Me
TV Show: That 90’s Show (Netflix)
Movie: You People (Netflix)
Cosmetic: Honey Infused Hair Mask (Gisou)
Clothing: Double Breasted Plaid Coat by Treasure & Bond (Nordstrom)
Accessory: Silver Metallic Sphere Ring (Mejuri)
Product: Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 8-qt. 2-Basket Air Fryer
I can’t believe how fast February flew by; I mean I shouldn’t be surprised it is the shortest month in the year. I set three small goals for myself in January (which centered on physical health) and then again in February, however this month I focused on mental health. To keep myself accountable I’m checking in monthly with you all. As a refresher, my goals were…
1. Journaling
2. Reading instead of scrolling
3. Meditation
How did I do?
In terms of journalling; I start every morning journalling. I use my 200 Writing Prompt book from Piccadilly. These are the prompts that I share with you each Wednesday. Journalling in the morning keeps me off my phone. I am not scrolling on social media and I am not checking my work emails until I get to work. I enjoy the quiet moments to myself in the morning.
In terms of reading instead of scrolling; I read a book a week. The unfortunate part has been that I ran out of physical books so I had to buy books on my ipad –so I haven’t ended up limiting my screen time before bed in that sense. However, even though I’m on a ‘device’ before going to bed; I am actually sleeping better (my sleep score on my Fit Bit can attest to that) because I am not viewing overstimulating posts.
In terms of meditation; I have been doing a breathing exercise each morning and before bed, consistently. After getting ready for work I sit on the couch do a meditation, respond to a journal prompt and then the Wordle. It’s a really good routine. Right before bed I read up to 7 chapters in a book then my breathing exercise and then turn out the lights.
February Journal #3
Describe, in a creative way, how you feel when you have a head cold.
I feel like a DRAGON!
Drained and discombobulated.
Red nosed.
Anxious because I may have to book a sub and that is so much more work and so much worse than being sick.
Gross!
Overtired and therefore extremely ornery.
Needing lots of naps.
I feel like a DRAGON!
What about you?
From Piccadilly‘s 200 Writing Prompts
Photo Dump: Houston, TX
Last month I went to Houston with my husband to attend the Houston Safari Club Foundation Expo at the George R. Brown Convention Centre. We stayed at the Hilton and ate at Pappasito’s Cantina and Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen. It was an amazing trip even though WestJet didn’t load our luggage and then was a total nightmare to deal with. I finally had a moment to go through the MANY photos I took to put together my recap post. Enjoy!







Warm or Chilled Orzo Salad

Ingredients
1 cup Orzo
2 cups Water
3 Tbsp Dried Cranberries
1 tsp Olive Oil
2 Zucchini (small; halved and sliced)
2 Garlic Cloves (diced)
1 tsp Cumin
1/ tsp Salt
¼ tsp Pepper
¼ tsp Cinnamon
540ml Chickpeas (drained)
1 cup Grape Tomatoes (halved)
1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
Directions
1. Cook orzo in water until tender; drain and keep warm
2. In a large pan add oil; cook zucchini for 3 minutes over medium heat
3. Add garlic and spices and stir for 30 seconds
4. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, cranberries and cook for another 3 minutes
5. Stir in the orzo and mix well
6. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice