The morning after getting my first weekly box, a Raspberry Cacao Smoothie filled with hidden wholesome ingredients like organic cashew butter, beet juice, and rosewater, was calling my name. Instead of eating the kids' leftovers, I finally had a grown up breakfast that was just for me. Splendid Spoon smoothies come pre-blended and ready to grab on the way out the door, so I could sip it in the car on the way to school.

Later during lunch, I brought papers to grade with me to the teacher's lounge and heated up my Red Beet Buddha Bowl with quinoa. It was so tasty, it put me in such a good mood for the rest of the day. If I'd ordered 5 of the same bowl for the rest of the week, I would have been content, but I ordered a mix of different options and had a great time trying new things. My favorite turned out to be the Cauliflower Tikka bowl - I love Indian food, but the kids don't like it, and I hadn't had it in sooo long. I try and get my kids to eat everything, but they're picky, and don't complain about chicken tenders, so it's a common dinner staple. Now, at least I don't feel as bad indulging in a honey-mustard-dipped tender myself, knowing I had a healthy breakfast and lunch beforehand.

Eating fewer carbs and more of the whole, nutritious ingredients in Splendid Spoon has given me more energy and patience to deal with all the kids in my life. Plus, it's always nice when your skinny jeans button a little easier. Cold and flu season is well underway, and I know my extra helpings of turmeric, ginger, citrus fruits, tomatoes, and plenty of other immunity boosters are going to help me guard against germs. This year I've got a hefty workload, but it feels a little more manageable when I treat my body right with plant-based foods. I've been in a food rut for a while and trying Splendid Spoon has definitely shaken up my spirit in the best way.