Before anything else this morning, I must first give a very special, big birthday shout out to…
My mama! Happy Birthday, Mom! 
I’ll be seeing this special lady at some point this evening, either at our softball game or, if it gets rained out, a birthday dinner. I’m pretty sure that we’ve had a softball game almost every single year on her birthday, and she’s always such a trooper for coming along. You’re the best, mom!
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Now, good morning to you all! Hope you all had a glorious weekend. Do anything fun? Go anywhere exciting? Here’s what was happening around here…
So in addition to those happenings, you have noticed that there was also a little bit of action going on here at STSL.
For the past month and a half or so, I’ve been doing a ton of behind the scenes work, with the help of Ryan, to get my online personal training site up and running. Ryan did an amazing job of putting together everything that I imagined, including some nifty tools and a brand new header for that page.
I wanted the page to look a bit different from the regular blog, but didn’t want to go through the hassle of managing two separate sites. So, for those of you who come here solely for the pictures of Cody or cupcakes, nothing is going to change for you. I still plan on blogging from STSL exactly the same way as I have been!
The training page will have some updates from time to time, including daily fit tips that should be coming soon. That page will refresh without interfering with the main site here, but if you subscribe via RSS feed, then I believe they will show up for you.
Online training is something that I’ve been thinking about doing for months now, but it was just a matter of getting things in place. I was able to have a great chat with my dear friend, Tina, while we were away at Blend, and she was nothing short of awesome, supportive, and has been an incredible resource ever since.
I’m excited to see what will come of it, so we’ll see how it goes!
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Last Night’s Dinner
So that pasta that I showed you guys last night? Oh my…
When I bought the bag, I asked for two servings, so I figured I wouldn’t really have to think twice about it – just split it slightly in half (a little more for the man) and serve. As we sat down and looked at our bowls though, we realized that this was definitely not two servings…and if it was, then it’s not what we deem two servings!
This bowl – which was also filled with spinach, sautéed peppers and onions, parmesan cheese, and my homemade sauce with meatballs and chicken sausage – was mammoth.
I ended up eating maybe two-thirds of it before calling it quits and saving the rest for leftovers.
Breakfast
I ended up accidentally sleeping in a bit later than usual this morning, so by the time I woke up, I was ready to eat.
Two toasted waffles – one with almond butter + pumpkin butter, one with peanut butter, both with banana slices.
A delicious breakfast choice, as always.
I’ve gotta jet – lots to do! Happy Mondayyyy!
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Happy Birthday to your Momma! I’m so excited for you about the online personal training – I might have to look into it
Lauren @ Chocolate, Cheese and Wine recently posted..Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken – From A Crockpot
Happy Birthday STSL Mom
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Happy Birthday Mama-san!
Congrats on your new endeavor – you are amazing!
Linda recently posted..So this is why I do what I do…..
How exciting! Congrats on your new page, can’t wait to check it out!!
Happy birthday to your Momma!
Alyssa @ Fit and Fun in Third recently posted..Do you suffer from FOMA (Fear of Missing Out)?
Happy Birthday to your mom! Congrats on the training site!
That pasta sure does look yummy!
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Good luck with your personal training site! You’ll do great!
Jaren@Kiwi Fit Blog recently posted..Marvelous in My Monday #3
That is awesome you now have the personal training site up and running. Good luck with it and best wishes. I am gonna go check it out now. Have a great day.
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Congrats on all the fun updates to the blog! I can’t wait to see how it evolves! Happy Monday and happy birthday to your mama!
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happy birthday to your mom!!
and congrats on the new training page
Tara Burner recently posted..Visual Tips for Weight Loss
Happy Birthday to your mom! It’s my uncles birthday today, my aunt’s birthday and my parent’s 30th wedding anniversary! Today’s a BIG day!
Also, congrats on getting the personal training page up. So exciting!
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How exciting! Congratulations on your newest endeavor! I wish you nothing but success on this new venture!
Courtney! I am so excited for you. Looks like everything is coming together
GOOD LUCK!
love the new page and header! Congrats!
Nicole recently posted..So You Want to Start Your Own Business: My Blissful Journey from the Start
I noticed the new personal training stuff over the weekend… very exciting!
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That is so wonderful that your doing the things you love! You keep it up!!!
Happy birthday to your Mom!!!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers recently posted..Strawberries and Cream Frappe
Congrats on your new personal training page! So exciting!
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Congratulations on your new endeavor! I am definitely going to sign up for personal training with you in the very near future. After reading your blog for so long, I feel like I can trust you and you definitely know what you are talking about. I’m so excited!
And Happy Birthday to your beautiful mom!!
Happy Birthday to your momma! That pasta looks mouthwatering!
Yellow Haired Girl recently posted..I Did It
You’re mom looks like so much fun! Now I know where you get it
Janae @ Bring-Joy recently posted..Life Lesson: Importance of You
Happy birthday to your madre and congrats to you- such a huge step in the right direction
Khushboo recently posted..Sunday RunDay
I noticed that this morning and checked it out! I’m sure it’s going to be a very successful venture for you
Good luck!!
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Congrats Courtney, that’s exciting and wonderful.
melissa (fitnessnyc) recently posted..Simple Sunday
Good luck with the newest venture of yours Courtney – I know you will find success! Happy birthday to your Mommy, spoil her today
As always your meals look amazing!
Taylor @ A Taste of Taylor recently posted..Monday Motivation: Train Hard, Eat Well, Rest, Repeat
Congrats Courtney!
That is so exciting and I know you’ll do well! Online services are something I’ve thought about doing once I get certified, too.. we’ll see! I may be picking your brain lol!
Jillian @ Sprinkle Massacre recently posted..It’s My Birthday and I’ll Blog if I Want To…
sounds like its going to be an awesome new project for you! i’m excited to check out the site!
chelcie @ chelcie’s food files recently posted..An Amazing Dinner Party
WOOOOHOOO! I’m SO happy the personal training site is up!! You KNOW I’ll be using it after my pregnancy! SO excited!! Told you I know you are going GREAT places
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Congrats on the personal training site!
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CONGRATS lady! I was waiting for the big announcement.
I know you will do so well in this new journey. So happy to help you promote it so let me know what i can do. 
Lauren recently posted..Downtown Date: Winemakers Dinner at The Hilton
Sounds like an exciting new project you’ve been working on! I’m always looking for ways to spice up my workouts (and since I enjoyed your 30 min incline walking workout so much) so I’ll definitely be checking it out.
Megan@ The Running Doc recently posted..Weigh-In Monday
I actually went and browsed around the new page last night! I think it looks wonderful and know you will have much success with it!!
Happy Birthday to your momma!! That is an adorable pic of the two of y’all!!
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Happy Birthday to your Mama!!!! Congrats on adding the personal training page to your site! That is so awesome and I’m sure you will be very successful with it!
Danielle@cleanfoodcreativefitness recently posted..Marvelous in my Monday!
Courtney this is so awesome! the new “site” (page) is awesome! I like that it has al ittle different look too for that part of it! love it!
You know I support you my friend. So excited for you.
Tina @ Best Body Fitness recently posted..Move It Monday: Shakin’ Arms Workout
so exciting about the online personal training site! love it
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How awesome girl!! I think it is great you have that new page and I know you will have success with it, you love what you do and it shows!
Happy Birthday to your mom! Moms are the best
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Happy Birthday to your mom! And CONGRATS on getting your online services set up and running. Definitely something I may have to look into.
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aw that’s such a cute picture of the two of you:) happy birthday to your mom! and wow does breakfast ever look yummy! almond and pumpkin butter! delicious!
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Happy birthday to your mom! Today is also my mommy’s birthday! (and her twin brother’s)
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Happy Birthday to your mom! Reading this made me realize my mom’s birthday is Sunday! Thanks…
The new page looks great! Congrats!
I just found an article about you on Skinny Mom! http://skinnymom.com/featured-stories/the-skinny-sweet-tooth-sweet-life/
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YAAAYYY, the day has finally come!
Congrats, my love. I hope you find lots of love, passion, and success in your CTBW. It looks great!
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When I saw that page yesterday I was thinking how nice and pretty it looks! I am rather sure that it’ll be a successful experience for you
And I love that picture of you and your mom! So candid.
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A big happy birthday to your momma and congratulations to you on your site!!! I hope it brings you nothing but happiness and success.
It looks fantastic!!
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Good luck with your new blog/fitness endevors! I’m sure you’d be a great online personal trainer!!
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Happy birthday to your mama! That is really exciting that you are making changes for your fitness career! I’m sure you will do incredible with your services and new adventure! Congrats on the new page!
Lisa recently posted..Marvelous Monday
congrats courtney – i’m sure the online training will be huge for you!!:)
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congrats on beginning a new adventure with the online training! I’m sure that it will be a great success – love the banner!
I did think something was different yesterday
Congratulations, that is super exciting for you!
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So excited about your new page – congratulations!
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Will you be doing any boot camps??
Possibly!
Happy Birthday to your mom. You have great time together playing softball game. Your dinner will be good since the recipes are so delectable.
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