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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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Blogging 101: Fun, Food + Life with the Smart Kitchen

On My Brain #3 [ 7-7-14 ]

Bedtime Routine…not just for babies (Part 2: Routine)

3 Diets You Might Want to Check Out (that don’t sacrifice nutrients or happiness)

{WIAW} Eating with Kiddos + Serving Others

Let’s Think

It’s a Girl! via Cake Pops!

Happy Birthday to My “Little” Sister

{Thankful Thursday Link-up #3} #30daysofthanks

SHS Link-Up #3: Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan, Garlic + Rosemary

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Inside-Out Pizza + Using the leftovers {The recipe you’ve been waiting for}

Whole Wheat Lemon Snickerdoodle Cookie

Merry Baking {Christmas} Eve 2011! (Part 1)

cocoa mocha cashew butter. delish on toast, crackers or right out of the jar! via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Cocoa Mocha Cashew Butter + Confessions of a Food Blogger

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

12 Drool-Worthy Caffeinated Protein Shakes

Running to my goal…also got a free coffee pot from the Daddio :-)

{WIAW #34} Summer Staples

Semi Healthy Banana Super Oat Muffins via @semihealthnut at semihealthyblog.com

Semi- Healthy Banana Oat Muffins [ GF ]

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