Pajama Thanksgiving started when my Hubby was traveling a lot for work.  By the time he fought traffic coming home the day before Thanksgiving the last thing that seemed festive was getting back into a car and driving some more.

So we stayed home.
And, we stayed in our pajamas.
AND.....it was Glorious.

We love our families and we see them through the holidays. But for us it starts AFTER Thanksgiving.  I am VERY thankful for the actual day off.
Watch the parade. Watch the Dog Show. Watch the Football. Eat when ya feel like it.

Ok first things first. What????  You haven't watched the dog show on Thanksgiving?  
Do it.  Not only that - GO!!!!  Did you know the National Dog Show that is aired every Thanksgiving is held the week before Thanksgiving (if you are reading this on post date that is TODAY - and yesterday) in Oaks, PA.  Yup.  Right around the corner and if at all possible you should absolutely go!  There are over 200 breeds of dogs and you can walk the aisles and see and meet and get great information.  It is a dog persons paradise.  Happiness all around.

But I digress - would it be me if I didn't?  Nope :-)

The other reason I love PJ Turkey day, cause I know you were wondering, I get to eat all the things cause I make them.

If you know anyone living with autoimmune issues most likely you understand the joy/chore/creativity of a specific way of eating.  It varies from person to person but at least for me finding out HOW my body likes to be fed is the be all and end all for a pain-free, hair-inclusive way of living. 

I really can't eat a Thanksgiving meal out, or at another persons home.  I will not put them out with my specifics.  However, thanks to the interwebs, have mastered a full Thanksgiving spread that is amazing and I can eat it ALL!!!

If you, or someone you love or like a bunch, is dealing with a very specific way of eating I am going to put all my favorite links below. They may or may not work for you person but it's what I have.  These are also awesome from a clean eating perspective and they all taste amazing.  So you won't die if you don't happen to have restrictions and you eat these.  My picky Hubby eats them ALL.

This year, because I have been dying for roll, I am going to try a yeasted cassava based dinner roll.  Never worked anything with yeast in my life so....we shall see.  I will keep you posted.  Bread makes everyone happy so I know you are on the edge of your seat.  "Oh My Goodness! Will Tracy get to have a ROLL with dinner on Thanksgiving??!!! " 

Yup.  It is that important people.  Send me the good juju okay.  Thanks!

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone.  
I hope you spend it doing what you love with those you love and the foods you love.
Let us all wallow in the "Day of Gratitude" - which by the way is best served EVERYDAY -feels good to have at least one when everyone is on board :-)

Good Thoughts to All
Tracy

and now for what you've REALLY been waiting for.....Recipe Links!!!
If ya try them PLEASE post pics and thoughts to @cwquakertown on FB or IG.  I wanna SEE!!!!
XOXO

​My Fav Thanksgiving (and all the other days) Recipes


Paleomg Thanksgiving Stuffing:  https://paleomg.com/paleo-thanksgiving-stuffing

PaleoRunningMomma Salted Caramel Apple Tart (this crust is amazing to use for ALL the things!!!) : 
https://www.paleorunningmomma.com/salted-caramel-apple-tart-paleo 

​PaleoRunningMomma Classic Paleo Pumpkin Pie
www.paleorunningmomma.com/classic-paleo-pumpkin-pie-crust-recipe/  

Detoxinista Clean Green Bean Casserole
https://detoxinista.com/clean-green-bean-casserole-vegan-paleo/ 

NOTE: With the extra "sauce" from this I make Creamy Mushroom Soup.  I think the "sauce" with some veggie broth and add a TON of big chunky mushrooms.  Season as needed and wala.  Bonus meal!

I have not tried this next one yet.  This year is the first.  I am VERY hopeful.  If you do this one especially PLEASE post to @cwquakertown on FB or IG and share pics and thoughts! 

PaleoGlutenFree Paleo Bread Rolls
paleoglutenfree.com/recipes/grain-free-paleo-bread-rolls/ 

​Just realized my Cranberry Sauce Recipe is on paper and not with me.  I will share that on the Facebooks etc.  Be on the lookout!

Happy Happy....


Tracy McGovern is Co-Founder of Complete Wellness, Nationally Board Certified Reflexologist & Reiki Master.
She is available for appointments Tuesday - Friday.

Come! Take a Load Off 

Friday hits and we are carrying the weeks weight. Instead of plopping down in front of the TV on the couch, come plop down in front of me on your yoga mat, just for an hour!

You will relax onto your mat, I’ll guide you as you recline back to open the chest and front body to begin melting the stress away. We also gently stretch the back of the body, legs to head to begin loosening tight or restricted muscles in the hamstrings, glutes, low back working our way up to a seated position. In a choice of easy seated positions, customizable to your body, I’ll guide you through setting an intention for your practice, then begin intentional breathing with gentle movements of the arms, shoulders, neck and head. Making the movements appropriate to your body’s needs, as we flow through to kneeling and standing positions to elongate the front and back body for a complete stretch. 

Your body will thank you ALL weekend! 

My clients always say they feel so much better at the end of class than when they walked in, they sleep so well for a refreshed weekends start and that they are really seeing their flexibility and strength build, especially in their upper body with greater range of motion in the neck and shoulders. 

Please bring your yoga mat and filled water bottle. We have yoga blocks, blankets and straps to borrow, but if you have your own  please feel free to bring them, as we will use all props.  Long strap dog leashes (6’+) also work great as yoga strap! 

I saw how immensely beneficial this yoga sequence is for shoulder and neck health while I was in Massage Therapy School. With multiple injuries from sports, 5 years in the Army, and a “bum” right shoulder, 2 shakey knees and crooked spine as a result of it all, I needed a stretch that opened my tight, tense upper back, neck and chest to start elongating instead of everything compressed.

I incorporated this sequence every other day since starting MT school in November 2022 and finally after 5+ years trying to achieve “Cow Face Arms”, I did it in May 2023!!! And without a strap to pull my “bum” right arm into place. 40 years old and I finally achieved that pose!  My shoulder cuff muscles, upper back and arms are so much stronger and allow me to offer deep tissues massages without repetitive injuries that haunted my past. Dedication to your practice will open up doors, shoulders and your mind to endless possibilities. I’m living proof and would love to share my practice with you! 

Join me/us Fridays 5:30-6:30pm, Complete Wellness Quakertown. 


Ongela Djerf is a Certified Yoga Instructor and Licensed Massage Therapist.  She has available appointments Tuesdays 3:30-7pm,
Fridays 3-5pm & 7-9pm and Sundays 10am-2pm
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To schedule Text/Call 267-509-7717 or Book Online