We’re Nuts. We know.

by LCCotter on February 4, 2013

People often look at our lives and call us nuts. Why’s that?

We are nomads. We are moving once again.

We are pursuing our passions/dreams, hoping one or all will come to fruition.

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We are living paycheck to paycheck.

We are thirty years old have yet to make plans for kids, even though we want them. No 5 year plan, no 2 car garage, no nest egg.

We sweat for a living (triathlete and fitness instructor). Do this workout, it’s especially Sweaty and NUTTY!

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We like to drink our greens and blend up other crazy concoctions. This one is Arugula, Chocolate Stevia, Almond Milk, protein, Banana, and Coconut Kefir.

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We work too much at times (okay a lot of times) and play too hard at times.

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We have faith.

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People think I’m nuts for wanting to be a future SAHM (stay at home mom). For not wanting to be the “bread winner.” For wanting to be a SHERPA wife and supporting my husband’s career.

I know I am nuts, we know we’re nuts. But to us, we wouldn’t have it any other way. When chasing a dream, you need a purpose, and our purpose is to BE nuts over life with EACH other (the ups and the downs).

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Maybe that’s why we adore NUTTZO. Over the past years, Nuttzo has FUELED James and his triathlon career. He’s been a NUTTZO athlete and proud of it too. Yes, it’s an amazing product, but their story is where we are inspired the most.

A few words of Danielle (the founder) and why she started Nuttzo.

Fitness and nutrition have always been an integral part of my life. After adopting two boys from the Ukraine who were vitamin deficient, I became even more focused on preparing creative, flavorful, super-nutritious foods. NuttZo is an Omega-3 powerhouse of nutrition blended into a delectable butter. I’m honored to share it with you and your family.

Adoption was a life changing event for my husband and me. After meeting so many of the beautiful orphaned children while adopting our two sons, we founded Project Left Behind, a 501c3 non-profit organization focused on providing education and living essential to orphans.   I am so pleased to announce that NuttZo is a proud supporter of Project Left Behind.

You see, this company has our heart and WE’RE NUTTZO over it. For the love they share, for the non profit focus, for their PURPOSE, and well.. for their DELICIOUS and REAL INGREDIENT product.

 No added sugars, 100% organic, Healthy Omegas, Peanut Free option, created with a mother’s love. Winking smile

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Disclaimer: Although this is a product review, the opinions are ALL my OWN and you better believe they’re TRUE! Winking smile

This February (the LOVE month), we’re getting even more NUTZ and sharing the LOVE of HEALTH with NUTTZO. I’m planning on creating a few different NUTTZO recipes and heck, maybe I’ll even come up with a NUTTZO healthy bites flavor. Whatcha think?

Are you NUTS like us? Have you tried NUTTZO? Do you support products with a purpose? I hope the answers here are all YES!

Cheers,

LC

{ 152 comments… read them below or add one }

She Rocks Fitness February 5, 2013 at 3:01 pm

Okay I have seen so many pictures about this brand! Is it really that awesome? Do they even sell this in Jersey??? I love how you are nuts; how I am nuts; and how we admit it. I’d say we are Amazingly Nutty in a awesome way. That’s a mouthful. XO

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:46 pm

i meant to send you home with some! argh! not sure if they sell it there. Check whole foods! and you are nutty, love IT!

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Debbie (Accidently Delish) February 5, 2013 at 3:03 pm

Love that work out idea!! Totally doing it!

I have always wanted to try Nuttzo but its so dang expensive :( one day maybe!!

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:47 pm

girl, i owe you a lot of goodoes! Hot Oats, Nuttzo, healthy bites, etc. Just come visit!

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Debbie (Accidently Delish) February 5, 2013 at 9:00 pm

girl i would LOVE to come visit! i don’t even need the goodies. ok, not gonna lie, i would take some healthy bites ;)

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Ellie@Fit for the Soul February 5, 2013 at 3:06 pm

Ahhh I always see Nuttzo at the store and wanna buy one! Then I go nuts b/c it’s too expensive for me~hhaaha. And you guys are so crazy, but I love it! I wouldn’t mind going everywhere around the world since I always had a passion and desire to be on the mission field anyway, but now that I have a baby in the belly I wouldn’t WANT to not have a baby now! :D Ohhh and I have Jesus Calling, it’s pretty awesome. I refer back to it every now and then when I feel led to a certain passage. :)

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:49 pm

i love that God has your right where he WANTS you. Nurturing your lives with a baby on the way! that’s amazing and I can’t wait for your even more NUTTY life to begin.

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Emily February 5, 2013 at 3:30 pm

I think your life sounds amazing and like so much fun! I just bought my first jar of Nuttzo last week and am obsessed!

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:50 pm

oh another obsession has begun! a good one. and thank YOU for your support Em.

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Kirsten @ Kirsten Captures February 5, 2013 at 4:20 pm

I like this. I am just as nuts as you! I moved to China to live with my boyfriend. Now we are moving to Malaysia. We are not married (yet). I am trainer and health coach. I look forward to my future job as SAHM.

We are nuts only by what other people define as “normal”. Sometimes normal is nice and safe and that is ok. But for crazy people like us… stability and material things are not important. People, experience, and adventure are important!

Enjoy the ride :-)

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:51 pm

i love following your nutty adventure on instagram too! keep it up friend!

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misszippy February 5, 2013 at 4:22 pm

I think you’re just great! And so is the review–sounds like a perfect fit for you!

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:54 pm

you mean we’re just as nutz, right? hehe

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Lou February 5, 2013 at 4:59 pm

Love you guys – I think the life you have together is perfect for YOU…. you rock it! You guys have love, passion, health and happiness – you’d be NUTS to want anything else ;)

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:55 pm

this is true. and thank YOU for always believing in us. We love LOU and soon we need to reunite. I know i say this a lot, but I MISS YA!

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Tracy February 5, 2013 at 4:59 pm

Nuttzo PF = my ALL TIME favorite nut butter. By far. It’s the best!

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:50 pm

i agree. ANd the seeds in your teeth are so worth it!

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Kelly February 5, 2013 at 5:44 pm

Wait! You’re moving? Where? When?

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Alison @ racingtales February 5, 2013 at 5:55 pm

I don’t think you’re nuts at all. It takes a lot of guts to pursue your dreams and follow your heart. My husband is miserable in his job and wants to do something different but is tied to the money. I’ve told him to quit, we’ll move to a smaller house, live frugally, but he just can’t…he’s the practical one, I’m the dreamer, in case you hadn’t guessed! And of course with 2 kids it does make things a bit difficult. I say keep living your dream! Where are you moving to?

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:52 pm

i think he should go for it! we’ll be cheering from the NUTTZO field!

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Jan February 5, 2013 at 6:14 pm

You are both NUTSO in a very good way! :)

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LCCotter February 5, 2013 at 8:51 pm

coming from you, that makes me happy!

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Brittany @ Delights and Delectables February 5, 2013 at 8:13 pm

You know I’m nuts!! I want to try the peanut free one so bad! I NEED to look for it. I can always get behind a brand that has a purpose and stands for something! You are moving????

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Miz February 6, 2013 at 7:31 am

what did I miss??
where are you going?!

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Allison @ Life's a Bowl February 6, 2013 at 7:53 am

Y’all are absolutely ADORABLE and a wee bit nuts :P I’ve been totally MIA recently but have to say that I loveee your new layout, it’s fab!

P.S. You’re moving? To DC? ;)

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purelymichelle February 6, 2013 at 4:52 pm

girl we are so much alike in our life right now, well besides I am single LOL
but living everyday the best I can, and trying not to stress about money (although it is getting tough) but staying positive about the future.

and the workout sounds great, but what is a bicycle sprint? Is that actually getting on a bike? haha

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jessica, the_toned_teach February 8, 2013 at 12:20 pm

I love this! You two are precious and completely NUTZ – but that’s what makes you so special :) I have recently been called “nutz” for deciding to compete in a show… people think I am 100% loco, but it’s a dream – it’s my dream. I am so content and excited about it – that must be a good thing, right? :)

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LCCotter February 8, 2013 at 2:53 pm

and you are 100% passionate about it too! GO NUTZ! I believe in YOU!

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hillary February 8, 2013 at 2:53 pm

love LOVE that pic of you and the hubs–you guys are adorable. besides the stay-at-home-mom part (hoping DAD will do that:)) this sounds remarkably similar to our lives! literally making my first-ever deposit in a retirement acct here now at 34!:) CHEERS to taking risks and living the dream!

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LCCotter February 8, 2013 at 10:13 pm

Hillary, i so wish we lived closer. I want to hug you!

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Ashley @ Freckles & Spice February 10, 2013 at 11:10 pm

This post is truly beautiful! I was smiling from ear to ear reading it and seeing the pictures.

I think you have the best life right now! You guys are doing what is right for you and it is fabulous and inspiring.

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LCCotter February 11, 2013 at 3:05 pm

best is often hard, but worth it in the end, yes? How are YOU?!

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