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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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{Throwback Thursday} Lifestyle Changes

March 28, 2013 by Amanda R DeWitt

Hello Friends! I came across some old photos on Facebook that a high school friend had shared the other day and I had one of those “yikes!” moments. I’ve never been overweight, in fact I’m about the same weight as I was in high school.  I’m not saying this to brag…just bear with me here….

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Refresh your Tunes

February 12, 2013 by Amanda R DeWitt

Hello Friends! I tried something today that I’d seen fellow students doing, but always thought of it as kind of a hassle to do myself. I listened to my ipod when I was walking to and from class.  Not a monumental concept, but to recognize the change in attitude and perspective on life that I…

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One of THOSE Days

November 28, 2012 by Amanda R DeWitt

Hello Friends! Today has been…well interesting. I had the “day off.”  So of course I had a to-do list!! It involved going to the city where I go to school (is it weird that I still don’t want to disclose that personal of information on my blog??), which is an hour away.  The reason for…

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{Dear Diary} 1-12-12

January 12, 2012 by Amanda R DeWitt

Dear Diary, Unglueing my eyes from the glow of my laptop screen, I gaze outdoors and see light, soft flurries.  The wind whips them into a furry and reminds me that winter does still exist. The grey sky makes me feel gloomy and lonely.  I want to stay holed up in my house in my…

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Dessert is the Best

S’mores Cookie Dough Pie in a Skillet

S'mores cookie dough pie in skillet

Grilled S’mores Banana Boats

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

Frozen Banana Pops Covered in Chocolate Taste Like Dilly Bars

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pumpkin spice skillet cookie

Pumpkin Spice Skillet Cookie with Cinnamon Glaze

chocolate covered blueberry shake is a delicious snack, breakfast or post-workout drink that tastes like a treat. via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Chocolate Covered Blueberry Protein Shake

{MIMM #20} Giveaway: Delicious Ezekiel Bread!

frozen strawberry protein frappuccino via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com 2

12 Drool-Worthy Caffeinated Protein Shakes

Whole Wheat Lemon Snickerdoodle Cookie

Mini Greek Yogurt Pies via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Mini Greek Yogurt Pies

{Vegetarian Curious #8} Healthy, Simple Recipes

Raspberry Craisin Chocolate-Dipped Cookies {Valentine’s Day Link-Up}

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