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Category: Exploring the Outdoors

Explore: Ha Ha Tonka State Park

August 12, 2019 Diane

I’ve lived out here in the middle of Missouri for almost 11 years now. This summer is honestly the only…

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Posted in: Exploring the Outdoors Filed under: Back Pack, Back Packing, Backpacking, Camdenton, Day Hike, Day Hiking, Ha Ha Tonka, Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Hiking, missouri, Trails

Oh My…..Our New Toy

July 23, 2019 Diane

It’s official. Jayson talked me into getting this 95’ Coleman Utah Jaryd camped in the backyard once and made it…

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Posted in: Exploring the Outdoors Filed under: adventure, camp life, camper, camping, coleman, family adventure, family time, family trip, glamper, glamping, missouri, outdoors, pop up camper, pop-up, road trip, utah

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Typical Wednesday. Take the kids to school. Get a Typical Wednesday. Take the kids to school. Get a Diet Coke from McDonalds. Go to work. Do some work stuff. Walk around the buildings. Get home in time to get the kids off the bus. So exciting 😂 These color changing cups are way too fun. I’m sadly so entertained each time I fill it up! Got them at @walmart for under $6 I’m trying to figure dinner out. What’s everyone having tonight? I need new ideas! Cardigan: @oldnavy (got it from the caring center. $1, tags still on it) Tee: @kohls had a coupon which made these already inexpensive tees even more affordable. It ended up being 6 or $8. Jeans: @americaneagle (Goodwill $5 NWT) Shoes: @converse (Goodwill $20 NWT) #ootd #outfitoftheday #comfyoutfit #gotitatgoodwill #relaxedfit #relaxedoutfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #americaneagle #skınnyjeans #converse #comfyclothes #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #cardigansweater #cardiganoutfit #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #kohls #kohlsfinds #converseoutfit #colorchangingcups #walmart #walmartfinds #weartowork #workclothes #workclothing
Under 400cals including the EVOO it was cooked in Under 400cals including the EVOO it was cooked in 😋 I’m making braised pork belly tonight to feed my Okinawan side. See that over on my @thestrugglinghafu page 😉 Chicken, potatoes & green beans: 43p/33c/9f 390cals 6oz chicken (weighed raw) 148g potatoes 100g green beans Heat 1t of EVOO in the cast iron. I like soft potatoes. I can’t standby when they’re crunchy. I microwaved them in a bowl of water for about 3 minutes. While the potatoes were in the microwave, I sprinkled the chicken with seasonings. I used smoked paprika, seasoning salt, pepper, onion & garlic powder. Placed them in the heated oil and covered. Flipped every couple minutes. Put a couple cups of water in a pan and added the green breads. Let it boil til they were soft. When the chicken was done, I added the potatoes. Added some 0cal spray butter, pepper & seasoning salt. Cooked til all sides were browned. Empty the water the green beans were in and return to stove. Reduce heat to lo. Add any seasonings. I just did salt & pepper. Our employers gives us 30 min each day of PAID time to get some exercise in. I have a treadmill and an elliptical. Which one would you choose? #lunchtime #macros #trackingmacros #macrotracking #easylunch #weightloss #leaningout #iifym #flexibledieting #flexibleeating #flexibleeatingandfitness #flexibleeatinglifestyle #countingmacros #macrocounting #macrofriendly #macrofriendlyrecipes #chickenrecipes #chickenlunch #macrofriendlymeals #workfromhomelife #worklunchideas #worklunches #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealpreps #quicklunch #quicklunchideas
Slowly getting in touch with my Okinawan side... Slowly getting in touch with my Okinawan side... Took me back to my childhood days. eating while FaceTiming my big brother was the icing on the cake! Prep video over on @thestrugglinghafu I’m thinking about a Japanese Jiggly Cheesecake next 🤷🏻‍♀️ has anyone made this before? I’ve seen so many more unsuccessful attempts than successful😬 #justonecookbook #justonecookbookrecipe #thestrugglinghafu #hafu #asianamerican #asianamericanwomen #asianamericans #japanesefood #okinawanfood #japaneseamerican #japneseamerican #okinawa #okinawan #okinawanamerican #traditionaljapanese #traditionaljapanesefood #traditionalokinawafood #asianfood #halfasian #halfasiangirl #halfamerican #halfjapanese #halfokinawan #halfer #hapa #tofusoup #tofu #tofurecipes #misosoup #japanesejigglycheesecake
Not the best shoes for walking from building to bu Not the best shoes for walking from building to building.... Tuck in the top, or leave it untucked? My short and stumpy frame does not do will with untucked long tops! Got it all from Goodwill. Whole outfit cost less than $10. Top: @express (still had the tags on it) Pants: @oldnavy Shoes: @walmart #ootd #outfitoftheday #comfyoutfit #gotitatgoodwill #relaxedfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #comfyclothes #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #goodwillfinds #goodwill #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #winteroutfits #asianamerican #hafu #halfer #leopardprintshoes #expressfashion #oldnavystyle #oldnavy #walmart #walmartfashion #walmartfashionfinds #balletflats #oldnavyfinds
Booties or calf high boots? What would you have wo Booties or calf high boots? What would you have worn? I feel so short & stumpy unless I have heels on! 5’3ish, box frame girl over here..... 🙄 First day back in the office since before Christmas. I always look forward to seeing my coworkers. They are seriously the best! Dress: @kohls clearance $16, size S ( I’m 5’3iah 126-130lbs Leggings: some off brand fleece leggings Booties: Faded Glory. I’ve only ever seen this brand at @walmart, but got these at a goodwill like store in our town for $2 #ootd #outfitoftheday #comfyoutfit #gotitatgoodwill #relaxedfit #relaxedoutfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #leggings #leggingsoutfit #comfyclothes #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #denimdress #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #kohls #kohlsfinds #denimdresses #winteroutfits #winterdress #winteroutfits #anklebooties #bootieseason #asianamerican #hafu #halfer
Cave Springs loop today. About 30 miles south of S Cave Springs loop today. About 30 miles south of Salem. It’s a fairly easy hike. Less than 5 miles. No major uphills. Path is well maintained, without debris or lots of loose rocks. A couple gorgeous scenic areas. Devils Well. And this beautiful cave. There’s also a great little area to swim if it were hot enough. But instead, it was 36*F when we got back in the car around 4. I could see my breath.....not my kind of hiking 😂 Layered up...a lot.... Top: Puffer jacket: Magma from @rei Underneath I had my @patagonia snap pullover And base later was my @idealfit sweat wicking seamless long sleeve (use code DIANE for 15% off 😉) Bottom: On top, @kuhl pants - says Vintage Patina Dye on them 🤷🏻‍♀️ Middle layer, some fleece leggings Base layer, @adidaswomen climate control leggings Socks: merino wool @darntoughvermont Shoes: @altrarunning lone peak 4s Daypack: @ospreypacks stratos 24 #missouri #missourihiking #hiking #daydate #daydates #outdooradventures #outdooradventure #ospreypacks #altralonepeak #altralonepeak4 #hikingmissouri #hikinginmissouri #shorthike #shorthikes #hikingday #kuhl #kühl #rei #reicoop #patagonia #adidaswomen #darntoughsocks #darntough #darntoughvermont #cavesprings #devilswell #dayhike #dayhikes
100% comfy 👍🏼 So much walking at work. Back 100% comfy 👍🏼 So much walking at work. Back aches. Joints ache. Headache. No room for dress clothes and heels! Thanks Accutane & herniated discs 🙄 I love a simple jean jacket outfit. Especially dressing down with one that has a hood! What’s your favorite way to wear one? You know why I want but can’t find locally? A criss cross v-neck. Where’d you get your favorite from? Jean Jacket: @americaneagle (got it at Goodwill $6) V-Neck Tee: @kohls Leggings: @adidaswomen Shoes: @converse (got it at goodwill, new with tags $10) #ootd #outfitoftheday #comfyoutfit #gotitatgoodwill #relaxedfit #relaxedoutfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #americaneagle #leggings #leggingsoutfit #converse #comfyclothes #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #jeanjacket #jeanjackets #jeanjacketoutfit #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #kohls #kohlsfinds #converseoutfit #accutanejourney #accutane #accutanediary #accutanesideeffects
When your StepKid stops and says, “oh! You look When your StepKid stops and says, “oh! You look cute!” You make sure to take a pic 😂 Top: Lauren Conrad from @kohls Skinnies: @americaneagle Boots: @justfabonline Top was $3 and skinnies were $5 from Goodwill 🤗 It was my last work day before Being home for 2.5 weeks. Was looking forward to my first Christmas back home in KC since I moved 12 years ago. Unfortunately, we had to postpone yet another holiday 😭 I saw my family once at the of December last year and once in June. Was really looking forward to getting some much needed hugs! What plans do you have for Christmas? Will you get to see family you haven’t seen for a while!? Who’s cookin? I know Ham is usually the go to, but I think I’m going to do a large turkey breast! #ootd #comfyoutfit #gotitatgoodwill #relaxedfit #relaxedoutfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #americaneagle #jeggings #comfyclothes #skinnies #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #skinnyjeans #kohls #kohlsfinds #bootseason #bootweather #boots👢 #bootslover #laurenconrad #laurenconradcollection
Welllll....I found out my leggings aren’t squat Welllll....I found out my leggings aren’t squat proof. So there’s that 🤦🏻‍♀️ First time lifting with our new Hex Bar. I’m quite shocked that my knees and back held up during the workout and this morning. I honestly expected to be in a lot of pain considering my back goes out when I accidentally take a long stride or walk too fast of a pace. Going to the doc today though to talk about these herniated discs! Wish me luck 🤞🏼 You know what I also found out? @idealfit released theirLimited Edition Red Velvet protein! I love Red Velvet cake so much! Now I can’t stop thinking about some cake and all that yummy frosting! I just kept mine simple this morning and mixed it with some vanilla almond milk. When I have a bit more time, I’m thinking about a mug cake topped with some cool whip 🤤 This creamy shake is sweet but not too sweet. No Chunks. No grit. No bad aftertaste. 100 calories. 20g of whey isolate protein. Hit the link in my bio and use code DIANE for 15% off. 📦 FREE Shipping on orders over $59! 💋 FREE Glossy Box with orders over $79! #ad #idealfit #idealfitforce #idealprotein #idealfitprotein #proteinsupplement #proteinshakes #preworkout #fitness #healthylifestyle #weightlossathome #workoutathome #proteinshake #proteinshakes #proteinpowder #proteindrink #fitnessgoals #homeworkout #homegym #homegymsetup #homegyms #homegymworkout #homegymworkouts #idealleanprotein #redvelvet #preworkoutdrink #resistancebands #hexbar #dumbbellworkouts #ideallean
Is there a temperature window where skinnies and c Is there a temperature window where skinnies and converse are appropriate, or a season when it’s not? It was so incredibly cold (high of 42*) for me but I knew I wanted to be comfy at work. Walking between buildings was stupid cold and I thought, “why on earth am I wearing this!?” But sitting at my desk, I was super comfy with my space heaters 😂 Flannel: @kohls Black V Neck: @kohls Leggings: @americaneagle Shoes: @converse Skinnies were $5 and converse were brand new with tags for $10, both at #goodwill 😂 👍🏼 #ootd #comfyoutfit #gotitatgoodwill #relaxedfit #relaxedoutfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #sonoma #sonomabrand #americaneagle #jeggings #converse #comfyclothes #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #kohls #flannel #flannelseason #flannelshirt #flannelweather #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #skinnyjeans #kohls #kohlsfinds
Who else is working out at home these days? I was Who else is working out at home these days? I was a huge gym rat. It was my happy place! Then 13 years ago, I moved to a tiny town. There was not a gym in our town. I’d have to go to the town over, which wasn’t a big deal, but I couldn’t justify the time away from the family and the price of the membership. Later, we moved out of city limits, and soon after, the town finally got a small gym 🤦🏻‍♀️😂 I actually really enjoy working out at home. I save anywhere from 20-40 min of drive time. I can workout in my jammies. I can split my workouts into different blocks of time if needed, that way I can take care of priorities (kids are home for school, working from home, household chores, etc). I even hosted boot camp classes and virtual workouts here because the price to rent any space is 2-3 times more than i make teaching classes 😂 Your home gym area doesn’t have to be glamorous like the pictures we see from tons of influencers. It just has to be functional. 98% of our equipment was free, from Goodwill, or from the Caring Center (like a Salvation Army). My must haves: Dumbbells 5-20lbs Resistance bands A big ole tire (we were actually given multiple sizes of tires, but this ones my favorite) An exercise ball Between all of those, you can mimic almost all the machines/equipment at the gym! What are your at home gym must haves? Drinking @idealfit Peach Leamonade BCAAs and waiting for my Strawberry Kiwi PreWorkout to kick in 🤣 IdealFit has a huge Cyber Monday deal going on! Right now, code DIANE gets you 25% off (link in bio). Hit the follow button in my profile to make sure you see a new product launch, and maybe even snag a bigger discount 😍 #ad #idealfit #idealfitforce #idealprotein #idealfitprotein #proteinsupplement #proteinshakes #preworkout #fitness #healthylifestyle #weightlossathome #workoutathome #proteinshake #proteinshakes #proteinpowder #proteindrink #fitnessgoals #homeworkout #homegym #homegymsetup #homegyms #homegymworkout #homegymworkouts #idealleanprotein #bcaas #preworkoutdrink #resistancebands #resistancebandsworkout #dumbbellworkouts
40p 33c 11f 6oz pork loin (whole loin baked for a 40p 33c 11f 6oz pork loin (whole loin baked for about an hour at 200* made in incredibly tender). Just a rub with paprika, seasoning salt, pepper, garlic & onion powder 100g green beans - just seasoning salt & pepper 148g “fried” golden potatoes with spray butter & seasoning salt & pepper I love the taste of seasoning salt. Can you tell? 🤷🏻‍♀️😂 #lunchbox #lunchtime #macros #trackingmacros #macrotracking #easylunch #weightloss #leaningout #iifym #flexibledieting #flexibleeating #flexibleeatingandfitness #bentobox #bentgo #bentgokids #bentoboxlunch #flexibleeatinglifestyle #countingmacros #macrocounting #macrofriendly #macrofriendlyrecipes #porkloin #porkloinroast #macrofriendlymeals #workfromhomelife #worklunchideas #worklunches #mealprep #mealprepideas #mealpreps
I can never make pasta look decent 🤷🏻‍♀️ but you get the idea 🙃 I really had to start putting some effort into meal prepping because making lunch during my work from home hours was taking entirely too much time. So I stopped eating til much later in the day or else I’d grab something out and about and it was usually not even remotely healthy. Italian Turkey Meatballs with a homemade sauce on top a bed of regular spaghetti noodles & zoodles I absolutely love noodles and I will never give up my pasta completely 😂 so I used half a serving of noodles and added zucchini noodles to make up for the rest. I ended up with more zucchini that I would have with just noodles, so I’m a happy & full girl 🤤😂 55p 49c 22f Should’ve made smaller meatballs and made 3 servings instead of two, but it all stick works out macro wise for me. #homemademeatballs #turkeyballs #turkeymeatballs #groundturkey #groundturkeyrecipes #zoodles #zuchinninoodles #zuchinnirecipes #zucchinirecipes #zucchininoodles #spaghettiandmeatballs #lunchbox #lunchtime #macros #trackingmacros #macrotracking #easylunch #weightloss #leaningout #iifym #flexibledieting #flexibleeating #flexibleeatingandfitness #flexibleeatinglifestyle #countingmacros #macrocounting #macrofriendly #macrofriendlyrecipes #macrofriendlymeals #workfromhomelife
👀🦌 Thanks for letting me hang out this week 👀🦌 Thanks for letting me hang out this week, @outsideagainadventures #deerblind #deerblinds #archeryhunting #bowseason #deerstand #deerseason #archeryseason #deerseason2020 #girlshunttoo #girlshunting #huntinggirls #huntinggirl #missouribowseason #deer #deerhunting #deerhunter #deerhuntingseason #hunting #outdoors #buck #missouri #missourioutdoors #gowild #newhunter #femalehunter #missouribowhunting
In and out in under 10 min 👍🏼 #vote #vote20 In and out in under 10 min 👍🏼 #vote #vote2020 #voteblue2020 #votered2020 #voteforchange #voteblue #votered #election2020 #electionday #election #elections2020 #votebiden #votetrump #votebidenharris2020 #votetrumppence2020 #jojorgensen2020 #justvote #justvoted #getoutandvote #getoutandvote🇺🇸 #getoutandvote2020 #isitoveryet #accutaneglow #accutane #accutanejourney #isotretinoin
Accutane What a crazy medicine.... About to star Accutane What a crazy medicine.... About to start month 5. Been on 40mg/day each month so far Who else is taking this and has a “Must Always Be With Me” kind of stash? 💊Tylenol for the achey joints 👄 All sorts of chapsticks because certain masks, outdoor/indoor temps, activities, etc calls for a certain type (and this isn’t including the one at my desk, bedside, bathroom, car, and the one next to my couch). 🧖🏼‍♀️ Moisturizer for the dry spots (mines not flaking, just super dry sporadically & noticeable) 👃🏼Triple Antibiotic Ointment for my extremely dry nostrils 👁 Lubricant eye drops for the lovely dry eyes What I’ve tried in the past: 👉🏼 Cureology - their formula for me included medicine I was already on prescribed to me by the Derm. Saw 0 changes 👉🏼 Proactive - 0 help 👉🏼 Prescription Oral Antibiotics - over the course of 10 years, I was routinely on one of the following: Doxycycline, Amoxicillin, Clindamycin, and others - results the first few months of each were great, but I always stalled & was left with 10-15ish pimples regularly, which was always better than what it would’ve been without 👉🏼 Prescription Topical Antibiotics - clindamycin - noticed 0 changes 👉🏼 Prescription Spironolactone - started at 50mg and world up to 100mg over about a year with minimal improvement 👉🏼 Trentinoin Cream 0.1% - lots of dry, flaking skin, but no change otherwise 👉🏼 every Benzyl Peroxide wash, cream, gel, or wipe And I know there’s a ton of other OTC products 🤷🏻‍♀️ What do you carry around in your stash? If there was one thing you absolutely have to have in order to make it through the day. What would it be? Mines Chapstick! #accutane #accutanejourney #accutanejourney #accutanesideeffects #accutanecommunity #accutanediary #accutaneproblems #accutanelife #accutane #isotrentinoin #myorisan #acne #acnetreatment #acneskincare #acneproblems #acneproblems #acneproducts #dryskinrelief #chappedlips #chapstick #pimples #pimplepopper #poppingpimples #spironolactone #proactive #curology
A simple snack to tie me over until lunch! What’s is your quick and easy go to for a mid morning hunger attack? When I’m home, it’s a yogurt, lunch meat, or something cheesy. But I’m at work and forgot to pack anything 😕But thankfully, I always have one of these in my purse! These @idealfit Goodness Bars are the perfect mix of crunchy roasted almonds and sweet vanilla icing! Get the details on this bar and some of my current favorite supplements, & a 15% off coupon code when you click on the link in my bio #ad #idealfit #idealfitforce #idealprotein #idealfitprotein #proteinsupplement #proteinshakes #preworkout #fitness #proteinsnack #healthylifestyle #weightloss #ideallean #athomeworkouts #protein⁣ #clearwhey #clearwheyisolate #proteinshake #proteinshakes #proteinpowder #proteindrink #fitnessgoals #macros #iifym #ifitfitsyourmacros #macrocounting #macrotracking #proteinbar #proteinbarreview #snackideas
It’s been such a gloomy week here in Mid-MO! Th It’s been such a gloomy week here in Mid-MO! There was no way I was dressing up for work. My back kept me up all night (herniated discs/pinches sciatic nerve) and it was too cold and wet to be wearing cute heels! @converse sneakers are a must! Who else can get away with dressing down a bit for work? Most of the people in our buildings have always been able to come in jeans and a tee, but some of us have to look a little nicer. But since CoVid, there has been a lot less traffic coming through our offices. Meaning, I don’t have put on my super duper nice dress clothes for work! Hit the link in my bio for all the outfit details! Rolla friends, this utility jacket is in our @kohl’s and comes in light grey and military green. Both are on the clearance racks in multiple sizes, for under $20! Use code TREAT20 for 20% off thru Nov 1! #ootd #comfyoutfit #meetingoutfit #relaxedfit #relaxedoutfit #offtowork #workoutfit #outfitoftheday #sonomabrand #americaneagle #jeggings #converse #comfyclothes #covid19 #covid_19 #covid #workoutoutfit #lotd #lookoftheday #outfitdetails #todaysoutfit #kohls #utilityjacket #dressdown #businesscasual #businesscasualoutfit #skinnyjeans #jeggings
Blood Orange, just in time for the holidays! I ac Blood Orange, just in time for the holidays! I actually ran to a few stores in hopes of finding a few of these oranges. There are lots of delicious sounding recipes online! But, no surprise, rural living leaves me without any 🙁 Clear Whey protein drinks are such a game changer for me! I prefer them 10:1 over Creamy Protein shakes! @idealfit’s Clear Whey has 20g of protein and now has 9 scrumptious flavors to choose from! Click the link in my bio to see your all the flavors, add em’ to your cart, and use code DIANE for 15% off your total purchase! Buy the New Flavor today and select 2 FREE Clear Whey samples *plus* FREE shipping on orders over $59 🎥: my 11 year old - 12 days of quarantine from school has her real bored 😂 #ad #idealfit #idealfitforce #idealprotein #idealfitprotein #proteinsupplement #proteinshakes #preworkout #fitness #workout #healthylifestyle #weightloss #ideallean #athomeworkouts #gymworkouts #homeworkouts #protein⁣ #clearwhey #clearwheyisolate #proteinshake #proteinshakes #proteinpowder #proteindrink #fitnessgoals #macros #iifym #ifitfitsyourmacros #macrocounting #macrotracking
Low Carb - High Protein Fish & Shrimp tacos with a Low Carb - High Protein Fish & Shrimp tacos with a spicy cream sauce Does anyone actually want the recipe before I type it all out? Or are you like me and you’ll just save it for dinner inspo later and then find your own recipe on Pinterest? 🤷🏻‍♀️😂 #fishtacos #shrimptacos #dinnerideas #dinnertime #dinnerisserved #dinnerrecipes #easydinner #easydinners #easydinnerideas #easydinnerrecipes #dinnerrecipe #whitefish #shrimp #shrimpdinner #sriracha #lowcarb #lowcarbrecipes #lowcarbhighproteindiet #highprotein #highproteinlowcarb #lowcarbrecipe #shrimprecipes #fishrecipes #fishrecipe #shrimprecipe #getinmybelly #yummy #yummyfood #yummyinmytummy #goodeats
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Hi! I’m Diane!  City Girl turned Country, Mom to Ally & Jaryd, Elderberry Syrup Creator, Fitness Nut, Food Fanatic, and Money Saver.  I’m so happy you’ve stopped by!

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