How to Host a Gluten Free Party

four tips for your next gluten free gathering

Living a gluten free life is more than a trend. It’s a lifestyle that I live every day. Take it from me, there’s nothing worse than getting stuck at a party or getting ready to dine out without any gluten-free options. The last thing us gluten free eaters want is to feel like a burden to friends. Am I right, or am I right? 😉 When I have gatherings I like to show my friends how it’s done so they can better understand what I can eat, and how I eat, and that “my food” really does taste just as good and sometimes even better than “glutenous” food! I always like to put a healthy spin on my snacks and treats too so everybody walks away feeling good. Everything on this menu fits in perfectly with the Tone It Up Nutrition Plan that I live …

My Simple Plane Workout

Flying to Malawi, Africa was quite a trek. We started with a red-eye from LA to Washington DC and then had a long layover and finally hopped on a 14 hour flight to Ethiopia! Yes, 14 hours, and that was not our final destination. About 4 more hours and we finally arrived to this very special place I will get to spend  two weeks in.

I don’t know about you, but sitting for more than just a few hours I begin to ache. My hips, my lower back, my ribs begin to ache and then feel numb, thanks to old dance injuries, so I have to move and I have to stretch! I also become very restless and drive myself crazy, haha.

I always walk around or stretch when I can during layovers or when on the plane, but today called for an actual workout. A little toning never hurt anybody, right?! No way.  And you …

My Humanitarian Trip to Malawi, Africa!

Hey Friends!!

I’m thrilled to share that I’m going on a humanitarian service trip this summer (end of July-first week of August), working with kids in Malawi, Africa!  I have been thinking and praying about this trip for the last two years, and this year it is weighing heavy on my heart to get up and “GO!” and to serve these children and community. You’ve probably heard or seen me mention about Kusewera, the foundation I will be going with. Kusewera’s  mission is about empowering kids in Africa through active and creative play. I’ll be working at the orphanage Mtendere Village.  I hope to enrich the lives of the kids through various activities such as sports clinics and music jam sessions and teaching skills that will be valuable to them.  I’m especially excited to dance with them, teaching them some of my moves, and them teaching me.

I’ve been supporting Kusewera from afar, …

New Years Deals!

Discounts for YOU!

Some of my favorite things from my Holiday Gift Guide are still honoring great deals! 

Get your friends, family, coworkers, or yourself some great gifts to start off the New Year!

For Good Health:

Start the year with a 3 day juice cleanse to reset your body and give your system a break from all of the goodies and excitement of the holiday season. Follow it by kicking off the rest of your year and learn to live the Beach Babe way. Buying this Nutrition Plan was the best gift I’ve ever given myself, and it has seriously changed my life.

-When you buy a 3 Day Ritual Cleanse you can get $50 OFF using this code: TENLEY50 This code expires December 31, 2012 To order go to: www.ritualcleanse.com (I order the Seasonal Reset w/ 3 days of “Shred” to workout)

-For a one time price of $150 you can change your life! …

Gift Guide Giveaway: Live FashionABLE

FashionABLE has added this gorgeous handmade Bezuayhu scarf to the big Giveaway!!

Don’t miss the giveaway, Enter HERE!

Why FashionABLE is on my Holiday Gift Guide…

Beautiful scarves made by someone very special for someone very special. Purhcases of FashionABLE scarves creates sustainable business for women in Africa. Another gift that gives back and something any lady in your life would love. Scarves are the perfect last touch to an outfit during the fall, winter, and even spring seasons. FashionABLE scarves are named after a woman whose life has been changed because of your purchase- that’s pretty cool!

Your Special Code: TENLEYFREE for Free Shipping! This code expires December 15th.

Don’t wait for the giveaway to be announced, grab a few scarves as gifts!

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Check out the rest of my Holiday Gift Guide!

Enter the Giveaway HERE!

Gift Guide Giveaway: Ritual Wellness

A 3 Day Juice Cleanse is a great way to start the New year!

 Why Ritual CLeanse is on my Holiday Gift Guide…

A juice cleanse may seem like a strange gift to you- but it is a FAVORITE of mine to receive! Order a 3 day Juice Cleanse for that person in your life that loves a fresh start and cares about health, wellness, and nutrition! This is also a great gift to give yourself! Not only can you get a fresh start with a 1-3 day cleanse with Ritual Wellness, but you can order their Juice Packs to have a good selection of Juices around your house to give yourself a great boost through your week.

Your Special Code: TENLEY50 for $50 OFF a 3 Day Cleanse

This code is good through December 31st, so put your orders in to have your 3 day cleanse waiting at your doorstep after your New …

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What Would YOU Do?

My buddy Robert works on an awesome show called What Would You Do. Because of him I’ve been trying to catch it as often as possible (Friday nights, 9PM EST/PST on ABC). They always have great scenarios that really make me think “What Would I Do?” This last Friday, one of the segments tugged at my heart strings. Even though it was just a scenario observing how most passer by’s would react to a situation, this one felt so real to me.

PLEASE WATCH AND THEN WE’LL DISCUSS…

        What Would YOU Do?

What were your thoughts after watching this? Did you think about what you would have done in that situation?

The older gentleman, Arnie, at the end really put this whole situation into perspective for me. We’ve all been through hard times, different struggles, different situations, but what was it that got you through that time? For me, it is always hope that was …

Collard Green Wraps

Collard Green Wraps have been my lunch of choice lately. Not only are collared greens a great alternative to bread, but they are packed full of multiple benefits for your health! You can pretty much roll anything up in these beautiful leafy greens to make the perfect lunch.

Health Benefits: Collard greens are best known for lowering cholesterol and for cancer prevention. Adding collard greens to your diet will help you get great vitamins and nutrients in your system. These leafy greens contain massive doses of vitamin K, A, and a generous dose of Vitamin C, as well as calcium, iron, fiber, and Vitamin B6. The list for the benefits of collard greens is long, aiding to digestive support, inflammatory conditions, and cardiovascular support. Not a bad Green to introduce into your diet. There is even more good news… if you’re like me and aren’t crazy about steamed greens, you can simply add collared greens to your

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Sugar Baby Apron Giveaway!

Everyone needs a good apron. For me, it’s like I put on my favorite special apron and I become a master of the kitchen… it’s probably more in my head than true. But as I put my apron on I’m ready to get my hands dirty, throw ingredients around, and conquer the challenge that I have set before myself. Maybe an apron is like a Super Hero Cape. 😉

When creating Sweet & Free Life a fabulous Sugar Baby apron showed up. It became a piece of inspiration and now it is a piece of the creation.

This week YOU have a chance to win a Sugar Baby Apron of your choice. Get ready… it may come with super powers. 😉

Here are the details….

Remember, there are two ways to enter. You can even enter each day!

Have Fun and Good Luck!

Adventures at Fantasy Frostings & My Sister the Bride

My sister, Karley and her husband, Jon just celebrated their 1 year Wedding Anniversary! I’m so happy for the two of them and the way they have chosen to do life together and grow together. They have had a big year full of transitions and changes since the day they said “I do”. They moved back “home” to Oregon after living in Orange County for the last 3 years, they transitioned to new positions in their jobs that transferred them, and they have just bought a house that is being built and they should get to move in any day now! BIG first year of marriage in my opinion, but it’s nothing like the trying times that pull you closer together.

Last summer, life with the Molzahn family (especially us girls) was all wedding with Bridal showers, Bachelorette Parties, and of course the wedding planning and beautiful wedding itself. Karley had …