I can’t believe it’s here! A year ago today, I made a huge announcement on my blog: that things were going to change, big time, for the better. After that, my blog officially became “Treats With a Twist” and I started considering myself a full-time blogger.Yes, I’ve officially had my blog since October of 2009, and it was a passion of mine since day one, but it wasn’t everything I dreamed it could … [Read more...]

This month was another great one with the Foodie Penpals program! First of all, I sent my package to Sydney. She was super sweet and vegan and wanted some homemade granola that would remind her of the fall flavors she loves so much. Done! I had a great time making some “Spiced Apple Pie Granola” for her and hunting for her favorite flavors and healthy things in Trader Joe’s (blueberry milled … [Read more...]

I know you've heard it all before, but unless you are measuring your food, you don't know how much of it you're really eating. Chips aren't measured by the handful and peanut butter isn't measured by the schmear, but that's how we tend to do things, right? It's just too easy. But weight loss and healthy lifestyle maintenance is all about knowing exactly what you're putting into your body; and … [Read more...]

So I’ve been trying to sort out my fitness lately. Sometimes I just get in a state of mind where I want to change everything I’ve been doing, but I don’t know exactly what I want. From there, I usually head to the gym and do an all-out workout that feels different from the norm. It’s a great change of pace and I’m sure it will morph into a new routine that I will love for awhile. I’m officially … [Read more...]

Hey! So I just want to shout a huge THANK YOU to Carrie over at Frugal Foodie Mama because she awarded me the Versatile Blogger Award! I’m really excited about this. And, of course, a HUGE thank you to all of my readers because I love that you love me!!Here’s the breakdown of the award once you get it:1. When nominated for The Versatile Blogger Award, you are asked to do each of the following:2. … [Read more...]