Hey everyone!
We're in Rockford visiting family, and the energy here is buzzing with excitement. Nate’s been teaching the family all about juicing, and they’re gearing up for a 60-day juice fast! Everyone’s pumped to dive into this healthy challenge.
As for me, I’m currently sipping on a ginger juice—it’s only 20 calories, but it packs a punch in flavor. Let me tell you, this drink is a game-changer for detoxing. I shared some with my husband, and let’s just say, his first experience was nothing short of intense. It’s a bit on the pricier side at \$6 a bottle, but the benefits are worth it. It’s funny though, just five years ago, my husband would have scrutinized every price tag, asking, "How much is this?" But now, he’s less worried about the small stuff, focused on bigger goals and ambitions.
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The trip here was no small feat—eight hours on the road, no direct flight from Ohio to Rockford, so we had to drive. A flight would’ve involved a layover in Milwaukee and more driving, so this was the faster option, albeit a bit exhausting. The journey wasn’t kind to me; I gained 7 pounds due to water retention. As a strict vegan, I struggled to find anything substantial at the gas stations—just the basics like bananas, apples, guacamole, and hummus. I was pretty hungry the whole way, especially since my husband convinced me to skip my usual oatmeal breakfast and just stick to juice.
Once we arrived, we took the family to Woodman’s for a big grocery run to stock up on fresh produce for juicing. Nate’s mom is the spitting image of him, and his sister came along too. I found some exciting vegan snacks, like dark chocolate and roasted garlic rosemary potatoes. Grocery shopping took longer than expected since I had to carefully read every ingredient label to make sure everything was plant-based.
To kick off their juice journey, we brought them a juicer and all the essentials they’ll need. They're committed to this 60-day juice fast, and we couldn’t be more excited to see how they do. It's definitely a challenge, but with the right motivation, they can absolutely crush it.
Rockford also has some fantastic vegan spots, like Pigmines, a fully vegan restaurant that even has vegan desserts. We ate there twice during our trip. We also checked out Lucha Cantina, which was a fun stop.
Now that Nate’s shown them the ropes, they’re all set with their juicing gear. The only thing they’re missing are glass bottles, but we’re on the lookout for those. Nate’s mom and niece are both super excited to start their journey. In 60 days, we’ll be sharing their results with you all!
Stay tuned for updates—this is going to be an exciting ride!
