Hi Everyone,

  Just in time for the holiday weekend, here is a delicious recipe for Protein Pancakes that will surely be enjoyed by the entire family!  I love to make a couple batches of these yummy cakes and just place the left-overs in the refrigerator to eat the next day.  Enjoy your weekend!

1/2  Cup of Egg Beaters (or 3-4 egg whites)
1/2  Cup of Low-fat or Fat-free cottage cheese
1/2  Cup of Oatmeal
2     Packets of Splenda
1     Tsp. Vanilla
       Cinnamon to taste
1/2  Cup Blueberries

Directions:  In a blender, blend together all ingredients EXCEPT blueberries.  Once ingredients are to a liquefied consistency, add blueberries.  Pour mixture onto griddle in 4 individual pancakes.  Top with sugar free syrup, additional berries, or low-fat yogurt!

Total Calories: 419   Carb=61g Prot=36g Fat=4g

Tiffany’s Tip:  If you wish to decrease the amount of calories, you can count this as two servings!  Simply eat two of the pancakes and divide the number of calories, carbs, protein, and fat listed above in half! 

Fear: noun, a feeling of anxiety about a probable situation.

Part of me really wants to say, “Have no fear. Don’t be scared or nervous. It’s not as scary as you think.” I’m afraid if I said those things that it may diminish the fire burning inside that says, “I’m doing this.” On the flip side, I am afraid of saying, “It is scary. Be afraid. It’s worse than you think.” That sounds very encouraging and motivating…NOT!

So, here is the bottom line. Most goals, dreams, accomplishments, successes, and failures come with pitfalls. Confidence will not stop you from failing. It will certainly aid in your success, but fear is the powerful tool that will power you more than your confidence.

I would be willing to argue that fear creates courage and that is what it takes. Here’s my advice:

It’s okay to scared. As a matter of fact, it is fantastic. Be afraid.

Know your consequences, but trust your instincts.

Finally and most important, never stop trying no matter the adversity you face.

I applaud the brave who put their stories out there for the world to learn from, the weak who constantly get on their feet after a devastating fall, and the fearless who throw caution to the wind.

Be brave and think big!