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Diary of a Semi-Health Nut

ramblings + recipes of a semi-healthy nut

Hi! I’m Amanda.

I’m a writer, chocolate chip cookie baker, blog designer, power walker, Instagram fiend, peanut butter toast lover and copious coffee drinker living in Nebraska with my husband and three cats. (also a fan of a good run-on sentence)

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Happy Things #5: Good News

August 31, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

I don’t know about you, but sometimes I need to focus on the happy things in my life. I have one of those weird brains that naturally seeks out the negative in pretty much any situation, but I think with practice (and with these types of posts) we can train our brains to focus on the GOOD.

Filed Under: About Amanda, Dave, family, Favorites, happy things, life, Nebraska, positivity, ramble, thankful, wedding, weekend Tagged With: happy things, positivity

It Is Good to Have a Partner in Crime to #shareyoursummer

July 31, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

my favorite partner in crime, Dave Cakes

Hey friends! Today, I want to take this opportunity to tell you how awesome Dave (aka Dave Cakes) is. #shareyoursummer

Filed Under: Dave, life, ramble Tagged With: Sponsored

Five Thoughts + Some News!

July 10, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Apparently I like sharing news on the blog. Especially the teaser aspect of the title that involves the word “news.” That way I know those who like to know stuff about me personally will read it. Ha. I actually had a totally different post planned. One involving hiking in Colorado, but that will have to…

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Filed Under: About Amanda, Dave, life, ramble Tagged With: he put a ring on it

Duluth, Lake Superior + I Made a Movie!

June 19, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

travel to duluth via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

I was finally able to explore Duluth and Lake Superior this week—my last week in Minnesota! Dave and I made a whole day of it and I even compiled a fun movie with our adventures. If you’re visiting the area…these are some places you will want to check out!

Filed Under: Dave, family, food, foodspiration, life, Travel, twin cities Tagged With: duluth, Minnesota

[IMM #10] Inspiration from Blend Retreat 2015

May 18, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Upslope Brewing Company blend retreat 2015 via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Blend Retreat 2015 was amazing! I am coming away from the experience refreshed, full of inspiration and ready to take on the world.

Filed Under: Dave, friends, Inspire Me, life, link-up, weekend Tagged With: Blend2015

Honey Roasted Almond Butter + Some News!

May 6, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

make your very own almond butter all drippy and delicious. via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com 2

This homemade honey roasted almond butter is slightly honey sweet and dreamy creamy goodness on your morning toast. I’m pretty sure this stuff disappeared in 4 days flat. And Dave barely had a taste of it…it was just this nut butter monster slathering it on toast, tortillas, a cookie (ohmigosh)…really anything.

Filed Under: About Amanda, breakfast, Dairy Free, Dave, egg free, food, Gluten Free, life, Paleo or Paleo Friendly, recipe, spreads + dips, Vegan or Vegan Friendly, Vegetarian or Vegetarian Friendly Tagged With: about me, life, nut butter, recipe

Lemon Snickerdoodle Funfetti Cookies

March 25, 2015 by Amanda R DeWitt

Lemon Snickerdoodle Funfetti Cookies 2 via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

The light, airy, buttery cookie gives off a bite of tart lemon and is offset perfectly by the signature snickerdoodle cinnamon/sugar coating. This is the perfect dessert to welcome in spring, bring to your family Easter shindig, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Filed Under: cookies, Dave, dessert, kid friendly, nut free, recipe, Vegetarian or Vegetarian Friendly Tagged With: cookie, cookies, funfetti, recipe

Merry Christmas + Happy Holidays

December 24, 2014 by Amanda R DeWitt

enjoy your holidays

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Dave and I!

Filed Under: About Amanda, Dave, Goals, happy things, holiday, life, positivity, ramble, thankful Tagged With: Christmas, holiday

Happy Things #3

November 21, 2014 by Amanda R DeWitt

me minneapolis with katie and sam and dave

I just tend to stress about eve-ry-thing.
To remind myself that life is good, I’m doing another Happy Things post.

Filed Under: About Amanda, blogging + writing, Dave, friends, happy things, life, ramble, weekend Tagged With: blogging + writing, Dave, family, friends, positivity, thoughts

WIAW #76 Farmer’s Market Fun + #HLS Excitement

September 12, 2013 by Amanda R DeWitt

I have SO MUCH to do to prepare for #HLS13 (Healthy Living Summit 2013), plus I already posted my thoughts on 9-11, but when preparing for a blogging conference, one can’t help but think about their blog!!Or am I the only one? [If you are attending your first blogging conference and are a bit nervous,…

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Filed Under: Dave, SHN Eats, twin cities Tagged With: Dave, healthy living summit, HLS13, twin cities

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S'mores cookie dough pie in skillet

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grilled s'mores banana boats before and after

Banana Funfetti protein Cookies

banana funfetti protein cookies via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

{WIAW #42} Mexican Tacos and Dessert Fail

Chewy Almond Funfetti Cookies + 7 Happy Things

chewy almond funfetti cookies via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com perfect for customizing for any holiday including the 4th of july! #yum #recipe #cookies #dessert

{WIAW #66} Moving Day + Archive Eats

Raspberry Homemade Fruit Roll Ups with Frozen Fruit

easy DIY homemade fruit roll ups. great as a snack, a semi-healthy treat, or for fueling for a run. via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

[IMM Link-Up #9] Chocolate Covered Strawberries

chocolate covered strawberries with sprinkles with sprinkles

GF Pumpkin Spice Browned Butter Protein Bites

gf pumpkin spice browned butter protein bites via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

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berry swirl oat bread with whipped goat cheese spread via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

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