tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7959194065980622132024-02-20T08:31:25.280-08:00Agave & SpiceKathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-4147684496034553472012-03-23T10:36:00.004-07:002012-03-23T10:50:49.673-07:00Greenworks Product Review<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3oB9aTa69iscSYAV0z3ccIUXJAb5qRAy1Sxgad0JwaQnYXMIlF5DuzJwHBZ_pF7Ps0qaT0jLdRlreUvX_ZHqwKdfhLZSs1scINoznx8VBhkxkqdpgMkd0AS1dVKIT06FaazeTSQk3G4nj/s1600/IMG_5179.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>Recently, I was given some Greenworks products to review:<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3oB9aTa69iscSYAV0z3ccIUXJAb5qRAy1Sxgad0JwaQnYXMIlF5DuzJwHBZ_pF7Ps0qaT0jLdRlreUvX_ZHqwKdfhLZSs1scINoznx8VBhkxkqdpgMkd0AS1dVKIT06FaazeTSQk3G4nj/s400/IMG_5179.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723151077000015810" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></div><div><div><br /></div><div>I love that they are "greener" and better for the environment. Especially as a new mom (Olivia is 10 1/2 weeks old!), I want to make sure I am using "safe" products that are still effective. </div><div><br /></div><div>In the past, I always shied away from wipes - mostly because they are terrible for the environment (I'd rather reuse and wash a cloth), but also because they are an added expense. However, these do a fantastic job cleaning (one will wipe down all my counters / around the sink / stovetop) and, as a new mom... I love fast, easy, no more laundry... So these are a win.</div><div><br /></div><div>This all purpose cleaner is great. I use it in the kitchen (around the sink, on the counters and stove) and the bathroom (countertops / sink area). I have used it before I was sent these products and while I don't currently buy it (I use Dr. Bronner's soap with water or baking soda / vinegar / lemon juice), I do recommend it.</div><div><br /></div><div>The toilet cleaner works well - not much else to say about that!</div><div><br /></div><div>In all, I am a fan of the Clorox Greenworks line of products. They clean well, aren't full of funky chemicals, and are more environmentally friendly than other products.<br /><div><br /></div><div><i>Disclaimer: I was provided these products for free, but all opinions are my own</i></div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-275620942815756292012-03-23T10:14:00.004-07:002012-03-23T10:56:19.954-07:00Swanson Products Review<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfAYqW54N59JPAJFYaUh5sqTuvqhfVtGpBFi39UJ-QoKyiSJh9dE9SR0gmXtCFpZM_rBvxgegzGEeN49pain2sFYMJ80QKAPuI_NeNSGuNE-uwGUbvwC2Mbh6FyTmnhg8r-N5WbQcQbau/s1600/IMG_5822.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggRltzeYMH3aJL0ImwCASy7NlysMRs196XOxWs5TmujIVjQqEpnQCZBJb-rhNpemqKCkns2nPWVETgNNi3wOPyrK-T_BBKQ9ahSDsTOvMAwu75T6b-jyYic1RlIcdC0HcWSTp4QPn9iYGa/s1600/IMG_5819.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: center;">Recently, the kind folks at <a href="http://www.swansonvitamins.com/">Swanson</a> sent me some great products to review!</div><div><br /> <div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfAYqW54N59JPAJFYaUh5sqTuvqhfVtGpBFi39UJ-QoKyiSJh9dE9SR0gmXtCFpZM_rBvxgegzGEeN49pain2sFYMJ80QKAPuI_NeNSGuNE-uwGUbvwC2Mbh6FyTmnhg8r-N5WbQcQbau/s1600/IMG_5822.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfAYqW54N59JPAJFYaUh5sqTuvqhfVtGpBFi39UJ-QoKyiSJh9dE9SR0gmXtCFpZM_rBvxgegzGEeN49pain2sFYMJ80QKAPuI_NeNSGuNE-uwGUbvwC2Mbh6FyTmnhg8r-N5WbQcQbau/s400/IMG_5822.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723152433491843266" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggRltzeYMH3aJL0ImwCASy7NlysMRs196XOxWs5TmujIVjQqEpnQCZBJb-rhNpemqKCkns2nPWVETgNNi3wOPyrK-T_BBKQ9ahSDsTOvMAwu75T6b-jyYic1RlIcdC0HcWSTp4QPn9iYGa/s1600/IMG_5819.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggRltzeYMH3aJL0ImwCASy7NlysMRs196XOxWs5TmujIVjQqEpnQCZBJb-rhNpemqKCkns2nPWVETgNNi3wOPyrK-T_BBKQ9ahSDsTOvMAwu75T6b-jyYic1RlIcdC0HcWSTp4QPn9iYGa/s1600/IMG_5819.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.swansonvitamins.com/RH003/ItemDetail?n=0">This flax oil</a> sounded so interesting to me:</div><div><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyLcnjQ6eJQr5BK2aq0nVeHIO7NT8pBO3SftlfTryXy-XPycVhzVriOyYe4yWOW9yocMX1DFQUjwvlMb1pK5OuO-v4FyHc0an9KOz6qSq2XDkHXyV7amNkoU1uVF4bm-_O1vid88_lILRi/s1600/IMG_5821.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyLcnjQ6eJQr5BK2aq0nVeHIO7NT8pBO3SftlfTryXy-XPycVhzVriOyYe4yWOW9yocMX1DFQUjwvlMb1pK5OuO-v4FyHc0an9KOz6qSq2XDkHXyV7amNkoU1uVF4bm-_O1vid88_lILRi/s400/IMG_5821.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723152418444762770" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>It's caramel flavored! I love the health benefits of flax (omega 3s! omega 6s! fiber! protein!) and regularly use ground flaxseed as an egg replacer, to top oatmeal, and sprinkled in smoothies. This oil sounded fun and unique and while it doesn't taste like liquid caramel, it is super tasty. I love it on tender baby lettuce with balsamic vinegar - simple but so delicious!</div><div><br /></div><div>I also tried <a href="http://www.swansonvitamins.com/FL035/ItemDetail">these goji berries:</a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggRltzeYMH3aJL0ImwCASy7NlysMRs196XOxWs5TmujIVjQqEpnQCZBJb-rhNpemqKCkns2nPWVETgNNi3wOPyrK-T_BBKQ9ahSDsTOvMAwu75T6b-jyYic1RlIcdC0HcWSTp4QPn9iYGa/s1600/IMG_5819.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggRltzeYMH3aJL0ImwCASy7NlysMRs196XOxWs5TmujIVjQqEpnQCZBJb-rhNpemqKCkns2nPWVETgNNi3wOPyrK-T_BBKQ9ahSDsTOvMAwu75T6b-jyYic1RlIcdC0HcWSTp4QPn9iYGa/s400/IMG_5819.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723152425136782562" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyLcnjQ6eJQr5BK2aq0nVeHIO7NT8pBO3SftlfTryXy-XPycVhzVriOyYe4yWOW9yocMX1DFQUjwvlMb1pK5OuO-v4FyHc0an9KOz6qSq2XDkHXyV7amNkoU1uVF4bm-_O1vid88_lILRi/s1600/IMG_5821.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I had a love / hate relationship with goji berries before I tried these. I know they are a "superfood" and supposed to be quite healthy - full of antioxidants - but truthfully, due to the price of many superfoods, I won't bother unless it's something I love. In the past, I had tried gojis which were dried out, crunchy, had to be soaked, and had a funky taste. These are SO different - super moist, plump, juicy... I have been eating them by the handful. SO worth it, in my opinion - great sprinkled on a salad, in granola, mixed in with grains like quinoa. Delicious!<br /><div><br /></div><div>This <a href="http://www.swansonvitamins.com/DST048/ItemDetail?n=0">coconut conditioner</a> is awesome:</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu05zx8LXObs9lV2Eeu8n_Qkw4QiIt2tfT7WdLvdGZkZCiS0HVCJFz0DCV_LOolNJ5iMMBoAk2rATn_JUHpe-xF7VzWfoPBeWHhQesbFkxbNzcxvIPisaTr4CJdvixPwsew8ZnEzhWC2lH/s400/IMG_5817.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5723152410440642642" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></div><div>It really moisturizes my thick, curly hair, but it's not overly thick and heavy. It smells amazing and I don't have to apply gobs of it to feel like it's working.</div><div><br /></div><div>All in all, I love all the products I tried and would definitely recommend them. <a href="http://www.swansonvitamins.com/">Swanson</a> is a great company - wonderful customer service, free shipping over $50, and steep discounts on a huge variety of vitamins and health products. If you go to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SwansonVitamins">their facebook page</a>, you can get a $5 off coupon!</div><div><br /></div><div><i>Disclaimer: I was provided these products for free, but all opinions are my own</i></div></div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-56622078695447302372012-01-13T03:33:00.001-08:002012-01-13T03:37:45.650-08:00Early Arrival!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC2VtfArcgCA8KejHFeTnMzBFDDXO72R0uzojjJ6IVI84Sfjby6YZ4eiyy1QrbNI8Dk9RV4PDr-CkCF-uPN0w1Ftmr3w9egl9sINvNexCOQPTzpLY5qmsY3oKNin9zFa0h3YqPesj3NLCl/s1600/DSC00035.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 225px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC2VtfArcgCA8KejHFeTnMzBFDDXO72R0uzojjJ6IVI84Sfjby6YZ4eiyy1QrbNI8Dk9RV4PDr-CkCF-uPN0w1Ftmr3w9egl9sINvNexCOQPTzpLY5qmsY3oKNin9zFa0h3YqPesj3NLCl/s400/DSC00035.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697078736565613858" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHtxK3LYibY5UByHDfRpFBPYNcLG1Jx4uodoYUTqJKx-RossT9jFAVssn1nN15yV5J8nlbEZ1kvmC4KsJM6pLapp14xXWAOlD2g9BwLlJQMDdF2npTNaJoDO8JEQE_A_g5Qm0w-pgXGU5o/s1600/DSC00020.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>At 36 1/2 weeks,<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHtxK3LYibY5UByHDfRpFBPYNcLG1Jx4uodoYUTqJKx-RossT9jFAVssn1nN15yV5J8nlbEZ1kvmC4KsJM6pLapp14xXWAOlD2g9BwLlJQMDdF2npTNaJoDO8JEQE_A_g5Qm0w-pgXGU5o/s400/DSC00020.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697078721959933842" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 225px; " /></span></div><div><br /></div><div>Olivia Abigail joined the world...</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3baibCfldWw0q6rXvj7xhlO8di1EWZiuB_SjqnBfLk2PZ6Za17mhMLB4Nhi0WhO5X3ScvJAj1nHQeie6PrUrRXXTVshnVVAzs782WdLfBUWGai34582zfIFv7OwpTadg_neb58L_DfK1m/s1600/DSC00030.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3baibCfldWw0q6rXvj7xhlO8di1EWZiuB_SjqnBfLk2PZ6Za17mhMLB4Nhi0WhO5X3ScvJAj1nHQeie6PrUrRXXTVshnVVAzs782WdLfBUWGai34582zfIFv7OwpTadg_neb58L_DfK1m/s400/DSC00030.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697078728766531890" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 225px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "> weighing 5 lb 1 oz, 18 3/4 inches long. A bit early and a bit smaller than we expected, but she is completely perfect and we are so in love!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRVx5agznqM7nwd6KnVjP_GQrLbebqf7h-O1wYAGUOGlHp6t_FbwtdC__s0YVt-BcCklQHfhejxOl12ui-zaYoN1Oi3E_WBx5VSSHhEkZ2mCZmOt9p3mc1u6Ax2YssxkQFsvj8V1VcSep5/s400/DSC00029.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5697078724834868722" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 225px; " /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRVx5agznqM7nwd6KnVjP_GQrLbebqf7h-O1wYAGUOGlHp6t_FbwtdC__s0YVt-BcCklQHfhejxOl12ui-zaYoN1Oi3E_WBx5VSSHhEkZ2mCZmOt9p3mc1u6Ax2YssxkQFsvj8V1VcSep5/s1600/DSC00029.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRVx5agznqM7nwd6KnVjP_GQrLbebqf7h-O1wYAGUOGlHp6t_FbwtdC__s0YVt-BcCklQHfhejxOl12ui-zaYoN1Oi3E_WBx5VSSHhEkZ2mCZmOt9p3mc1u6Ax2YssxkQFsvj8V1VcSep5/s1600/DSC00029.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div></span></span></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-53769083414650043492012-01-10T14:17:00.000-08:002012-01-10T14:29:26.088-08:00A Post without PicturesHi friends! Has it really been almost 2 months since I last posted? Yikes!<div><br /></div><div>Two lovely blogging ladies have had babies in the past few weeks - <a href="http://shannalikebanana.wordpress.com/">Shanna</a> and <a href="http://fitnessista.com/">Gina</a>! So exciting! And the blog world has just been full of births over the past year... I guess we're all at that age?! I am 36 weeks... it's hard to believe that the home stretch is here already. I had a doc appointment today and was "checked" - not the most comfortable thing, but not too terrible. My belly is measuring a little small (it happened before), but I think it's just because I'm tall and had more abdominal muscle before I got pregnant. The good news is tomorrow I get to go for another ultrasound! Overall, I have been feeling great - emotions have been pretty stable, energy is decent throughout the day - although I need a LOT more sleep now! 6 hours just isn't cutting it. Now I need more like 10 :) So I'm not working out as much as I'd like to (that's the downside, one of many, of working full time an hour away from home - 12 hour work days), but I am at least walking / stretching every day, with pilates and the elliptical a few days a week. And I ran 3 miles last weekend! </div><div><br /></div><div>Cravings: fizzy water! My sweet hubby got me <a href="http://www.amazon.com/SodaStream-1016122014-Sodastream-Penguin-Starter/dp/B002X772M2">this soda maker</a> for Christmas, and I am obsessed. I have already made many, many bottles. And while my appetite is still there, I tend to eat too much at once (forgetting my ever-growing belly and the decreasing space in there!) and then feel ... blah. so the fizzy water rocks! Also craving avocados and big salads. And red wine (but not giving into that craving :)</div><div><br /></div><div>Pictures of the bump to come soon! and some foodie pictures :)</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>What are you craving lately? Link it up!</b></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-83447239916699018162011-11-24T16:45:00.001-08:002011-11-24T17:03:08.906-08:00Pregnancy Update: Week 29<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Calibri; font-size: medium; ">Hi friends! Happy Thanksgiving! The hubby and I drove to Pensacola to spend the week with my in-laws. We spent a few days in New Orleans visiting my extended family (the backdrop for the week 29 preggo photo is Jackson Square), and we're headed home on Saturday. Even though it's awesome to see the fam, I am ready for my king size bed! We've been cramped in a double bed all week (with my snoogle, naturally) and it's a tight squeeze.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family:Calibri;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family:Calibri;"><br /></span></div></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family:Calibri;">So much for the weekly updates! But here is week 29...</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><p class="MsoNormal" style=" margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style=" margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri;">The bump has grown: (hopefully these are labeled correctly - you think you're going to remember and then... that goes too, along with everything else - thank you preggo mushy brain!)</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Week 21: (these are the best sweatpants EVER! I highly recommend them, preggo or not! super comfy)</span></span></p></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-size: medium; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge6FgeldpyamVyRd_QC_RT_CG5miE4eaTO-DsFNrFrM7iC-ExORj2dIXUUSK3Zg7GCdY3V2NqpsanuOfX8fK2pCuuDIp-I-eTIVSddMGo5V5quygCBus7ARe6WJcgQxVF9BJHYSKzOORKZ/s400/IMG_4396.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5678730153205414994" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;color:#0000ee;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; "><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Week 25:</span></span></p></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRk9IeyhERIXCFA9M6T-m3bErV80FYBIg-UIRaZDSEdZRlb6p_BerpzzmZQAXMqnzkftf4HiFCPf0P27mIAwtf4pYxWB3RqJtuAKLE75t66Eo7NNPWxQwBL0w-7houvvv6sYw9n4FEX0U4/s400/IMG_4417.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5678730170167826850" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></span></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;color:#0000ee;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-size:100%;" ><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span style="font-family:Calibri;"> </span><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Week 29: </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span><span style="font-family:Calibri;"> </span></span></p></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-size: medium; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLmkmJiGLEgfqpb_H89hpWecznhwYUDnZy_6wIrifj_nDUq57VaT56_Vk7Ctwoh9netC750cPe_X0qPaG54kEePy82iewBEp4LLU4ij6ZomwT91_yhsTyURwUfhJnsXRffTi2khAz36s-T/s400/IMG_4429.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5678730159537740994" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;color:#0000ee;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-size:100%;" ><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;"><b><span lang="EN" style=" ;color:black;">Pregnancy Stats:</span></b><span lang="EN" style=" ;color:black;"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" ;color:black;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">How Far Along: 29 weeks </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Size of baby: Baby Spice is the size of a butternut squash</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Total Weight Gain: 18 lbs </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; "><span style="font-family:Calibri;"><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 14px; ">Gender: Sweet baby girl</span><span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Movement: LOTS! Especially when Rich puts his hand on my belly</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Sleep: Good on most nights. Still waking up frequently during the night to pee :/ and I woke up 2 days ago with the <i>worst</i> cramp in my calf. And it still hurts.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">What I miss: Wine! In big glasses </span></span><span lang="EN" style=" ;font-family:Wingdings;"><span>J</span></span><span lang="EN" style=" "></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Cravings: salad. Kale. Avocadoes. All my “usual” food. It’s hard for me to decide what I feel like eating (<i>nothing </i>will sound appealing) so it’s mostly been smoothies and salad. Especially this week while visiting fam - I've been chowing down on greens while everyone else feasts on meat and oysters.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN" style=" "><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Symptoms: some moodiness, but no more headaches (keeping my fingers crossed!). At 26 weeks, my fundal height was measuring low (only 22cm), so I had an extra ultrasound (everything was okay, even though of course I freaked out and cried for hours) and was amazed at how much little girl has grown in the past month!</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Maternity Clothes: nothing new recently, but everything still fits that I have been wearing</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">Best Moment this week: Several people in the past week or so have said how “tiny” I am – what can I say, the compliments really made my day! And after she hugged me, my aunt said "wow, I can still feel a waist! You don't even look pregnant from the front!" That was pretty sweet :)</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 10pt; margin-left: 0in; line-height: normal; font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN"><span style="font-family:Calibri;">We had a few chilly days and noticed that Maki would be super cuddly and always want to be under her blanket - so we got her a sweater :)</span></span></p></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrTdK3Qu-UGF6BIUigBs3O-BPE2peTCVGqw9dReEODqk7-CZ8Ue8M_TEIryU5U1A_JirjEqTUv67cLKSb1eWY0eqIMBmsJBgYdJ3c29HaSLGqs5xMoITQhQA_MRY_Zj_KmJ6ze28UmACji/s400/IMG_4427.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5678730165261721170" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;">that's my little poser!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;">This year, I am most thankful for the little girl growing in my belly. I can't believe the pregnancy is already 75% over! Our baby shower is coming up on December 10. So excited! </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;">What are you most thankful for this year?</span></b></span></div></div></div></div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-79139822958679138742011-10-01T07:47:00.001-07:002011-10-01T07:52:37.412-07:00Best Ever Chocolate Milk recipe (Gluten-free and Vegan!)<div style="text-align: center;"></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfOzyO-7qvFotPDVCMhfwa8cOxYe2GAxIM1lwqJyNPbc5ylquGw5XHDLZHYvrX66cmjJmcy3SFLAr1521Pf4Do-2KfzZz20oVjJm2jOi0rNZyUPqVk4fTgrUZ0SNzuSODpOYQMyyUQ6wy/s1600/IMG_4368.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfOzyO-7qvFotPDVCMhfwa8cOxYe2GAxIM1lwqJyNPbc5ylquGw5XHDLZHYvrX66cmjJmcy3SFLAr1521Pf4Do-2KfzZz20oVjJm2jOi0rNZyUPqVk4fTgrUZ0SNzuSODpOYQMyyUQ6wy/s400/IMG_4368.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5658536360818002354" /></a><br /> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;font-size:17px;">Hi friends! What's shakin'? This chocolate milk is AMAZING! </span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;font-size:17px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: normal; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3XE9zvxMV_83l63kwfhf9fIivE6VeUpAura7vFYdGUXV_WnYzUnG1OZm3nd7jY0C32e5gM0i3gAZ2VstMd7AIm2ncRUgqBcaWz065j9lBAPMtDddNAYywGfgqETsyFgLI53nO7yetADet/s1600/IMG_4361.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3XE9zvxMV_83l63kwfhf9fIivE6VeUpAura7vFYdGUXV_WnYzUnG1OZm3nd7jY0C32e5gM0i3gAZ2VstMd7AIm2ncRUgqBcaWz065j9lBAPMtDddNAYywGfgqETsyFgLI53nO7yetADet/s400/IMG_4361.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5658536377049703266" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoEg_XWbACps_AJU8lrpDSNRs1TnzpbN0EjQPtkBNVBXB7BiWn1hDp1ITYYMG5h04AWcDXTCZXUTcwMmQYFAB9s3uuzMxf7TAcxlD7Az-nIphdtLY-70tHuyergwqxR7Xz8QhCNcmq3hTl/s1600/IMG_4360.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoEg_XWbACps_AJU8lrpDSNRs1TnzpbN0EjQPtkBNVBXB7BiWn1hDp1ITYYMG5h04AWcDXTCZXUTcwMmQYFAB9s3uuzMxf7TAcxlD7Az-nIphdtLY-70tHuyergwqxR7Xz8QhCNcmq3hTl/s400/IMG_4360.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5658536377287662722" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></a></span></span></p><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;font-size:17px;"><br /></span></div><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;font-size:17px;">Maybe my favorite thing I have ever made in the Vita mix? Not to mention it is great for quelling that preggo chocolate craving!</span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;"><b><br /></b></span></span></span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;"><b>Vegan, Gluten-Free Thick Chocolate Milk</b></span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">1 c unsweetened almond milk (I used the Silk brand - I love how creamy it is!)</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">1 1/2 heaping Tbsp cocoa powder</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">1/2 - 1 tsp stevia, or more to taste (can substitute sugar or agave if desired)</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">1/2 tsp guar gum (can substitue xantham gum) - this makes the milk super thick!</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">3 ice cubes</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">1 tsp vanilla</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">pinch sea salt</span></span></span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: normal; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9F2zGkjJbRhnB0P9LhukDwMGc02wguGt-siVOP9oRr_ssRc6V5qm05uwpiSeEiNWjp7fBqc3MGq_WZvQJ59auZaVsnc-dK9jsJDRt0uJbdtGsomTQlnijtjTPEmpbZHOMUygdPy4tjc7l/s400/IMG_4364.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5658536369586318818" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></span></span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">Blend until smooth and creamy. Serve with chocolate chip cookies if desired (these were the Betty Crocker GF mix, made with Earth Balance and a flax egg).</span></span></span></p> <p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">This french toast rocked my world:</span></span></span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; line-height: normal; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9_WhDPuP4xaacmADfAs9vSHj8q6pZUqNYocKjiUstymniz0AcGi70xsgkJCzXb1LjE59VZJaTfAaPFfeslKnfFKtj93a8Nl2FK9gWdrBmyOWDDUlIPMD29nWSt0np-Y6PUiVQf-l4r3Hz/s400/IMG_4359.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5658536382886721394" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></p><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; line-height: normal; "><br /></span></div><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:17px;">I topped it with a drizzle of agave - so delicious! Powdered sugar would be great too. Check out <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/peas-and-thank-you-the-book/">Peas & Thank You!</a> Best cookbook ever :)</span></span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0.33in; line-height: 0.18in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:ArialMT, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13pt;font-size:100%;">What are you up to this weekend? I am running the Disney Wine and Dine 1/2 marathon Saturday (tomorrow) night! It's my first night race - so stoked!</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><br /></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><br /></p>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-19606607353122795712011-09-29T11:20:00.000-07:002011-09-29T11:20:00.224-07:00Pregnancy Update: Week 21<p style="margin-bottom: 0in">Hi friends! How’s it going? I meant to do weekly updates all along, but… better late than never right? I am officially 21 (1/2) weeks along. My energy is generally pretty good (I’m usually up by 5am to hit the gym or run), but by about 9pm, I am done! I cannot seem to keep my eyes open any later than that. But I guess a growing bambino needs me to rest right? My sweet tooth has been out-of-control, which still seems weird to me because prior to becoming pregnant, it was non-existent. I also eat a lot of pickles <span style="font-family:Wingdings, serif;"></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">I started a new workout plan (by Jamie Eason) with my running buddy (who incidentally developed a potential slipped disk in her back with excruciating hip pain not long after I got pregnant), and we are now weight-lifting buddies. <span style="color:#0000ff;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jamie-easons-livefit-phase-1.html">This workout</a></u></span></span> may not seem tough while you’re doing, but you definitely will feel the burn! I am loving it so far. Even though my pregnant body is definitely a little slower and less strong than before, I still enjoy a good workout. Especially now with out-of-control hormones, I find daily exercise (anything from weights to yoga to running, or even a walk with the dog) imperative to staying balanced.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">The bump definitely grows in the evening and is flatter in the morning <span style="font-family:Wingdings, serif;"></span>. I feel like I’m finally getting to that “I look pregnant” stage and passed the “I have a beer gut” stage. Very exciting. This has led to buying more clothes (hey, there’s a limited time to show off the bump – I must take advantage and dress it up!).</p><p style="margin-bottom: 0in">(sorry for no bump picture... they all came out blurry :/ I will try again later!)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span lang="en"><b>Pregnancy Stats:</b></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">How Far Along: 21 weeks </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Size of baby: Baby Spice is the size of a banana</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Total Weight Gain: 13ish lbs (I hate to admit it, but this totally freaks me out!) </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Gender: </span></span></span>We find out the sex next Friday (the 30<sup>th</sup>). We both still think it’s a girl, but I am so freaking excited to find out! And start buying clothes!!! </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Movement: a little wiggling and fluttering – Rich actually felt the baby move last night! This was an awesome moment </span></span></span> </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Sleep: generally pretty good. I am loving my Snoogle body pillow (even though it takes up the whole bed). Sleeping on my back is still comfortable even though I know I’m not supposed to! I used to be a stomach (not possible) or back sleeper, and my side always makes me wake up with weird cricks in my neck and shoulders :/ and I wake up every hour to pee. This is annoying! </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">What I miss: Not much. Feeling pretty good with everything :)</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Cravings: anything with carbs or sugar. Gluten-free toast with earth balance? Sooo delicious right now! And I still eat a lot of pickles </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Symptoms: sleep interrupted frequently. Headaches almost daily (thank God there have been no migraines!) back starting to hurt a bit… </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0.26in; line-height: 100%"><a name="_GoBack"></a> <span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">Maternity Clothes: Just ordered some tops from Seraphine (</span></span></span><span style="color:#0000ff;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.seraphine.com/"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">http://www.seraphine.com/</span></span></a></u></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">) and </span></span></span><span style="color:#0000ff;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-MATERNITY-Asymmetric-Frill-Cheesecloth-Maxi/w19uk/?iid=1522116&cid=6413&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Rust&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1NQVRFUk5JVFktQXN5bW1ldHJpYy1GcmlsbC1DaGVlc2VjbG90aC1NYXhpL1Byb2Qv"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">this dress</span></span></a></u></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en"> from Asos. They both have amazing sales! I have this awesome </span></span></span><span style="color:#0000ff;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.seraphine.co/maternity-clothes-categories/nursing-clothes/displayProduct.asp?idproduct=1328&idcategory=123&title=Knitted+Nursing+Top+Black%2C+Nursing+Clothes"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en">bamboo nursing sweater</span></span></a></u></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span lang="en"> from Serpahine, and I have to tell you, their customer service is amazing (I had to return it for a smaller size), you get your clothes super fast, and the quality is great.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 100%"><span style="color:#000000;"><span lang="en">Best Moment this week: Baby Spice has finally started moving a little! I hope this increases. Like now </span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Wingdings, serif;"><span lang="en"></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><br /></p>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-74583608387139190492011-09-28T10:57:00.000-07:002011-09-28T11:20:04.505-07:00A Taste of Fall - Pumpkin Caramel Frappaccino<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt6a65VxbHsY1dvguPP8NefcxW0yKVCZwZBeipvX3EtLaOukYbv9DUUDcShM6FgcDE86jc6OV3neTe4CO0PsmKyrhbQpX6qwZK1gbGaTrAh4-ORPBr_hcZRjdKyUCXwUq4kydWXCt71v7_/s1600/IMG_4358.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt6a65VxbHsY1dvguPP8NefcxW0yKVCZwZBeipvX3EtLaOukYbv9DUUDcShM6FgcDE86jc6OV3neTe4CO0PsmKyrhbQpX6qwZK1gbGaTrAh4-ORPBr_hcZRjdKyUCXwUq4kydWXCt71v7_/s400/IMG_4358.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657473152922991346" /></a> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;">Hey there bloggies! It’s been awhile – life has been crazy busy, between being pregnant (and requiring </span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;"><i>way </i></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;">more sleep than normal), studying for an exam and work – but all is good. I have noticed (as I’m sure we all have!) the massive pumpkin explosion which has occurred in the last few weeks – between the blogworld, the grocery store (bring on the gourds!), and, of course, Starbucks, fall has definitely arrived… except in Florida, where we are still enduring days of temperatures in the 90-degree range and ridiculous humidity (hell-o frizz!).</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;">I was lucky enough to receive this Pumpkin Coffee and Caramel Pecan Bark from </span></span><span style="color:#0000ff;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.godiva.com/"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;">Godiva</span></a></u></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;"> in conjunction with being a </span></span><span style="color:#0000ff;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="http://www.foodbuzz.com/"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;">FoodBuzz</span></a></u></span></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;"> Featured Publisher.</span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); font-family: Georgia, serif; -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii7qruVEoHNWCuhZPCu0wYAOM3yUsnXdw8P_blqzyN4PhoewzmGDuAn1NmZ9EoyFw2bPtJ8tGtnIEp7WL5FXj_GAm6plq-UNKe14GpIVpj9e7w6KvgEX-lauOl5gyffSAOytURpC5mOIsM/s400/IMG_4346.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657473134954497634" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></span></p><div><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-family:Calibri, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">and it inspired me to make this frosty fall treat!</span></span></span></div> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-Nr0AW4Nc6iPssrtN7Kjyf1c7HzlDVhsxHutQC8wDyg1AB1DVEjlxywtEW8UFd0XqJjjXcLTzDSI7Ab8umRHszT2VdaSM-PLWNTXg-85kNdqVb6HgMRvXdR_JLN1fRR2jTupqdQMGpzSr/s400/IMG_4356.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657473149472867810" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></p><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">Recipe: Pumpkin Caramel Frappaccino</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">Serves 1</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">1 c strong brewed coffee (I did a blend of Caramel Pecan Bark and Pumpkin, made in my french press), chilled</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">1 c almond milk, preferably chilled in an ice cube tray until frozen</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">¼ c canned pumpkin</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">2 Medjool dates (amazing for adding a caramel flavor!)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">1 tsp vanilla extract</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">1 tsp cinnamon</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">½ tsp powdered stevia </p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">Optional: 1 – 2 tsp maple syrup, if you like your beverage a little sweeter</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">Optional: add pumpkin pie spice, cloves, allspice, and ground ginger to taste</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">If your almond milk is not frozen into cubes, add 4-5 ice cubes to blender (this may dilute the taste).</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in">Directions: add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. You can also freeze the coffee in an ice cube trays if you need to add any extra caffeine to your drink! This recipe is fast, easy and screams of fall – but it is also cool and refreshing for those summer-like days.</p><p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Calibri, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "></span></span></p><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Calibri, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXmkW7PVpXMZJOdx2MgZyTNH779SGatuOZs8N76fAxx_Q2E9YJZ56VJYOPpoiLvIIeMJ-JrAbftC4kVpcQQjm2xVYBHRsWf4jeAHoMx-mugrH7xOoU7TRFxTTTyc4n1HgVgfhJhccDuLBa/s1600/IMG_4355.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXmkW7PVpXMZJOdx2MgZyTNH779SGatuOZs8N76fAxx_Q2E9YJZ56VJYOPpoiLvIIeMJ-JrAbftC4kVpcQQjm2xVYBHRsWf4jeAHoMx-mugrH7xOoU7TRFxTTTyc4n1HgVgfhJhccDuLBa/s400/IMG_4355.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657473140946412210" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></a></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Calibri, serif;"><br /></span></div><p></p><p style="margin-bottom: 0in"><b>What's your favorite way to enjoy fall?</b></p>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-48709301827736146652011-08-06T00:00:00.000-07:002011-08-06T00:00:09.383-07:00Maple Cinnamon Buckwheat Crispies lead to Cereal Addiciton<div style="text-align: left;">Hi friends! Finally, the weekend!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I am not generally a big cereal eater. Mostly because I could eat half the box and still want more. I went through about a week during my first trimester where I wanted cereal all. the. time. So I ate it. Many times a day. And it was glorious! My diet is generally very well rounded, but especially now that I seem to crave certain things (kale and avocadoes and watermelon come to mind) and then eat them non-stop for several days, I’m trying to make sure I eat enough nutrients – especially carbs. Most of mine come from veggies and fruit. Buckwheat is a pretty amazing little grain: it’s gluten free, cooks quickly, tastes good raw, can be made into flour pretty quickly.</div><br />I basically followed the recipe from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Raw-Food-Real-World-Recipes/dp/0060793554">Raw Food Real World</a>. Here’s what it looks like after dehydrating for awhile:<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVV7jwALK-5PhY9FiC612IXfsZtk8lDErEOTSa9wHxUxsPoWmVJsgaUHlmfjqPPpBnM4PrLA4bg22j_3PGoKPRx8PItuqeu6E70M9EulOCf5oTBkXMRH2QZ8rXMsHPFOBKGWBvb-wyRNs0/s320/IMG_4174.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637158338270579138" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>And after breaking into bite-size cereal pieces!</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqUJpZQPFth7JDMzSAX4wSmgjuxyodW8aXPzaG2Fnj30dEO_LVK3vDwZnbXl3L3WQK_Y3DT6WX1gyQpw3uDlv0XEBTzd8GPELUibxr3gPlvZes6NLGdwcXU1yfQ5da5FR8VoDDS_aIaPna/s1600/IMG_4176.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqUJpZQPFth7JDMzSAX4wSmgjuxyodW8aXPzaG2Fnj30dEO_LVK3vDwZnbXl3L3WQK_Y3DT6WX1gyQpw3uDlv0XEBTzd8GPELUibxr3gPlvZes6NLGdwcXU1yfQ5da5FR8VoDDS_aIaPna/s320/IMG_4176.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637158341971515586" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><br /></u></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqUJpZQPFth7JDMzSAX4wSmgjuxyodW8aXPzaG2Fnj30dEO_LVK3vDwZnbXl3L3WQK_Y3DT6WX1gyQpw3uDlv0XEBTzd8GPELUibxr3gPlvZes6NLGdwcXU1yfQ5da5FR8VoDDS_aIaPna/s1600/IMG_4176.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfSekZgprMKOctVN_cFkvB_gSj1stDVEuTr1ZcpvVUghMVyUZqpFple-7KxRpf3V5aiPWPcEu_9IY9wWbqMe3pmjkXRnmEzEIdzSvcDDv0ZqfmjaokoXvTXiTrOkMf8p8K07Nq6-u1C4ka/s320/IMG_4186.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637158358121585474" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>So good with organic blueberries and raspberries:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-GLo2_D1n6sZQoNAeX7O5l53NNXI755W2lTpnaPO6igkq09cCctCJfNrfmvx3pNtWdjc2H2M3xWFuAtGchNT-X8FBxWnX6ct5Pos8hoxcWJOpvhECnNt0-m53aIAjmELMFbOJj6fILyOs/s320/IMG_4178.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637158346602462002" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div>adding the almond milk:<br /><br /></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTPqDPROJZAMdvrBZam-IwOqohj5AS-TktmfKuHiYB7EhhoYRLVHfsn-r8CK8Cfq9H1UyhGiSv2xw4xAuvkMaiAs5okZpP6sp7_O6ew-XnWIbKLGgjf0V2XIi2HaRHMLtcBDG__As8rUXL/s320/IMG_4184.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637158350546831058" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div>The best part about this cereal is it is super-filling and satiating thanks to the protein in the buckwheat. One bowl is actually enough to keep me full all morning! I bet this would even be good without dehydrating, eaten like breakfast porridge – the texture of the raw, blended buckwheat is chewy and creamy.<div><br /></div><div>When I was a kid, I <i>loved</i> Reese's Peanut Butter Puffs. Now all the weird ingredients freak me out and I'd rather eat buckwheat! Funny how that happens.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Are you a cereal eater? What's your favorite kind? </div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-19300591318843121152011-08-05T00:00:00.000-07:002011-08-05T00:00:07.578-07:00Succotash Dreams<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLKOyAz5eeMTzPGxElhrUekwLfsMGwrKEEbe8__enRmGAiL5ArPj3FYdbdNemIO8HbWifL3lkTfzAUaKj-btlZD755qa1GSXe2UgORk8gAvfFqqHrj1d61xSvKIiriUks51yKxRlP-2MhQ/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXykPwR2beSBdDgF2ePM0DIocbVMRwJ3JhdiAeQ8TH_Nsz_87aywCzJN0pzoQ0fcaUidAUgnPsdLpcJxbGrHmM_8HTJtpNZmL21-04XKmy5fTW1rwrl4vgpsu1NdeSIkAhK4UDBs-xtnOo/s1600/IMG_4235.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilF32XuKAQ06qYZrtHEIb0BNbgMGhbYQpPP20K1UzEuwbTAlVCPTKSZ8a_TkFp_YbmxW7NV5_h0rFRRu5X9G-n-De74uwdpzoSdBSSuwpjnydY7rJNe53CoE5S7o3GhSjz91oNa1GeOICR/s1600/IMG_4231.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><br /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqep54jsJgfXrhygF5goS5puZ74RUX08MlRVbhVlmLJNnPBcf0sWO2cdqYs8EW2gi76Qst5kJUSfksY_Ykfz35QFDLtrKls7Aoo6mZYdU0LcDdv-b3Rpp2_tvrrswML3_TOi5rEvzjT1D_/s1600/IMG_4222.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><br /></a></div>Ever since <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/">Mama Pea </a>posted this recipe, I have not been able to get the idea of <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/recipage/?recipe_id=6002708">Summer Succotash Quesadillas with Nacho MMM Sauce </a>out of my head! I pretty much followed the recipe, using these <a href="http://www.foodforlife.com/product-catalog/gluten-free-wheat-free-breads/gluten-free/whole-grain-brown-rice-tortillas">Brown Rice Tortillas</a>. For the nacho mmm sauce, I used this jarred Chipotle salsa:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqep54jsJgfXrhygF5goS5puZ74RUX08MlRVbhVlmLJNnPBcf0sWO2cdqYs8EW2gi76Qst5kJUSfksY_Ykfz35QFDLtrKls7Aoo6mZYdU0LcDdv-b3Rpp2_tvrrswML3_TOi5rEvzjT1D_/s1600/IMG_4222.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqep54jsJgfXrhygF5goS5puZ74RUX08MlRVbhVlmLJNnPBcf0sWO2cdqYs8EW2gi76Qst5kJUSfksY_Ykfz35QFDLtrKls7Aoo6mZYdU0LcDdv-b3Rpp2_tvrrswML3_TOi5rEvzjT1D_/s320/IMG_4222.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637155127581804626" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><div style="text-align: center; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUtAD0mnCJgZegOmwN52aVHHhsusYtnSNOZC3DYegfNbtcu4wuhP_6ThozUp-PqqPrrhI4KUKmsFXo7j2jrZCBtyXlUMXIzB8NWQKpvCSi6eMQ9tZsuOPJ2ScJjcBmfuKFtlQiE8evHQ1i/s1600/IMG_4220.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div>Xochitl is awesome. They make the best tortilla chips ever (love the blue corn) - they are thin and crispy and gluten-free! The mmmm sauce is so tasty - i want to swim in a jar of this stuff! It's like liquid gold. <div><div style="text-align: center; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRjGfEd6wF5e-jJcqGS94hrwAjvKXHBSdy1xp6NtyN95LXlNP0-Xy2AjKUJi0fl7brBEYiAaclpZ7230mTmeMOiyiV6iBTsFiv1un3Cs_mG0in1PfHzveAJfkgoL04F4hsgMZDf4ONjHdi/s1600/IMG_4228.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRjGfEd6wF5e-jJcqGS94hrwAjvKXHBSdy1xp6NtyN95LXlNP0-Xy2AjKUJi0fl7brBEYiAaclpZ7230mTmeMOiyiV6iBTsFiv1un3Cs_mG0in1PfHzveAJfkgoL04F4hsgMZDf4ONjHdi/s320/IMG_4228.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637155132104018258" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm not sure if it's better than <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/2011/04/12/wannabe-recipea-mmmm-sauce/">original mmm </a>or <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/2011/06/27/vegan-values-noodle-salad-with-peanut-mmmm-sauce/">peanut mmm </a>(haven't tried that one yet, but the sauce + noodle salad looks scrumptious). Don't make me choose. If it has mmmm in it's name, you'll be moaning "Oh My Peas!" no matter what you put it on :).</div><div><br /></div><div>Veggies all prepped and ready to go:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUtAD0mnCJgZegOmwN52aVHHhsusYtnSNOZC3DYegfNbtcu4wuhP_6ThozUp-PqqPrrhI4KUKmsFXo7j2jrZCBtyXlUMXIzB8NWQKpvCSi6eMQ9tZsuOPJ2ScJjcBmfuKFtlQiE8evHQ1i/s320/IMG_4220.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637155113447476834" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>The veggies sweating out in the pan:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDLA7zLxlbNsSxXrtAF_1o0E0YzXoFFETAbdtARTm86uEddprDKh-8WJ8-PbfFxc0hOM84_9y-8YrFvyA6NZFlnR24JWb7B-jN3p8xZnGkMmTip9LVYfMzzKNVuTXQRxJ0LdXlHS0WeiOx/s320/IMG_4221.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637155116285410338" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><br />The Daiya pepperjack cheese was awesome in this - melty, ooey, gooey with a great kick of flavor. I cooked my quesadillas on a cast iron skillet and it was perfect.</div><div><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilF32XuKAQ06qYZrtHEIb0BNbgMGhbYQpPP20K1UzEuwbTAlVCPTKSZ8a_TkFp_YbmxW7NV5_h0rFRRu5X9G-n-De74uwdpzoSdBSSuwpjnydY7rJNe53CoE5S7o3GhSjz91oNa1GeOICR/s320/IMG_4231.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637156186353526530" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div>My hubby loves the Daiya too (he can't eat dairy) - he says it tastes buttery and cheesy. How could that be bad?</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXykPwR2beSBdDgF2ePM0DIocbVMRwJ3JhdiAeQ8TH_Nsz_87aywCzJN0pzoQ0fcaUidAUgnPsdLpcJxbGrHmM_8HTJtpNZmL21-04XKmy5fTW1rwrl4vgpsu1NdeSIkAhK4UDBs-xtnOo/s1600/IMG_4235.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXykPwR2beSBdDgF2ePM0DIocbVMRwJ3JhdiAeQ8TH_Nsz_87aywCzJN0pzoQ0fcaUidAUgnPsdLpcJxbGrHmM_8HTJtpNZmL21-04XKmy5fTW1rwrl4vgpsu1NdeSIkAhK4UDBs-xtnOo/s320/IMG_4235.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637156193192131026" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLKOyAz5eeMTzPGxElhrUekwLfsMGwrKEEbe8__enRmGAiL5ArPj3FYdbdNemIO8HbWifL3lkTfzAUaKj-btlZD755qa1GSXe2UgORk8gAvfFqqHrj1d61xSvKIiriUks51yKxRlP-2MhQ/s1600/IMG_4240.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLKOyAz5eeMTzPGxElhrUekwLfsMGwrKEEbe8__enRmGAiL5ArPj3FYdbdNemIO8HbWifL3lkTfzAUaKj-btlZD755qa1GSXe2UgORk8gAvfFqqHrj1d61xSvKIiriUks51yKxRlP-2MhQ/s320/IMG_4240.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637156202682479826" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNRiBSMAiSWckk6HmLtCI0CmQHaBmLZtmh3A4iGqCG5eolyJ6q2zci2FFWOUiZ59n3SbpoSKnMLu1jVUwL2ncoaOOyOHuGZ02KZ8xku-nBPzpkKKIKtSZefOcY7MZ2lseJXNGF5n421NLt/s1600/IMG_4238.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNRiBSMAiSWckk6HmLtCI0CmQHaBmLZtmh3A4iGqCG5eolyJ6q2zci2FFWOUiZ59n3SbpoSKnMLu1jVUwL2ncoaOOyOHuGZ02KZ8xku-nBPzpkKKIKtSZefOcY7MZ2lseJXNGF5n421NLt/s320/IMG_4238.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637156201340928098" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO_rBdaCQq_8P-KSFBU91ZkzyjBMi6fbzRGTgaBu0nlhbZ1ql9btKI0ymUWdrSNvH79AcKYy9DlxYCu7QN6h6Z6TGZoWQIEL6oGTF9CiSXvSHkWp43-0FlhCEnzYjCp3GhDnuvWRBiTs1L/s1600/IMG_4236.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO_rBdaCQq_8P-KSFBU91ZkzyjBMi6fbzRGTgaBu0nlhbZ1ql9btKI0ymUWdrSNvH79AcKYy9DlxYCu7QN6h6Z6TGZoWQIEL6oGTF9CiSXvSHkWp43-0FlhCEnzYjCp3GhDnuvWRBiTs1L/s320/IMG_4236.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637156194384281074" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXykPwR2beSBdDgF2ePM0DIocbVMRwJ3JhdiAeQ8TH_Nsz_87aywCzJN0pzoQ0fcaUidAUgnPsdLpcJxbGrHmM_8HTJtpNZmL21-04XKmy5fTW1rwrl4vgpsu1NdeSIkAhK4UDBs-xtnOo/s1600/IMG_4235.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXykPwR2beSBdDgF2ePM0DIocbVMRwJ3JhdiAeQ8TH_Nsz_87aywCzJN0pzoQ0fcaUidAUgnPsdLpcJxbGrHmM_8HTJtpNZmL21-04XKmy5fTW1rwrl4vgpsu1NdeSIkAhK4UDBs-xtnOo/s1600/IMG_4235.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXykPwR2beSBdDgF2ePM0DIocbVMRwJ3JhdiAeQ8TH_Nsz_87aywCzJN0pzoQ0fcaUidAUgnPsdLpcJxbGrHmM_8HTJtpNZmL21-04XKmy5fTW1rwrl4vgpsu1NdeSIkAhK4UDBs-xtnOo/s1600/IMG_4235.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><br />I love to pack up my lunch for work while I'm cooking dinner. It saves so much time and I don't have to rush around in the morning. Tomorrow's lunch - spring mix, romaine, kalamata olives, 1/2 avocado and vinaigrette: (I bring salad 99% of the time)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyWjBDvRamKC5x6xLE_t1TsQFt5ACmGcR07bc5Y6h9z05TDYHtlQ4u9U5pqvd6ZP0cAhplYVWonecp5WIsZJKEtZ0sOPtodNE1NB01WnG5QGn1MWvZ0cuKGV0kkoVbN2vBl7XbjagvrSN-/s320/IMG_4229.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637155134421516338" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><br />What a perfect meal for the end of a long day! This morning, <a href="http://agaveandspice.blogspot.com/2011/07/1-1-3.html">Baby Spice </a>(my bloggie nickname for the baby in my tummy!) and I ran / walked 6 miles. It wasn't very fast, but it. felt. amazing! I spent my first trimester being so tired, and the heat and humidity are ridiculous right now (even at 5am!), but to me, nothing beats the feeling of a good run. I signed up for the Disney Wine & Dine half marathon months before I was pregnant (did I mention this pregnancy was, um, not planned? at all? We wanted kids some day, but I thought it'd be in a few years! Surprise!), and because I'm cheap and stubborn, I want to run it anyway. I'll be 22 weeks at that point, but hopefully still high on the second semester energy. I figure I can always back out if I'm just not feeling it.<br /><br /><em>something to think about:</em> I read <a href="http://www.bemorewithless.com/2011/10-ways-you-can-have-enough-money-and-stuff/">this article </a>today, and for some reason, it really hit home with me. Maybe it's because of the baby on the way, but lately I've really been re-evaluating my life - my job, my time, what I'm spending money on. It really is so true that you already have enough and are enough - it's only a matter of seeing it that way. Perspective is everything :)<br /><br />Have you learned anything new by adjusting your perspective? Have you tried Mmmm sauce yet? Go do it. Now!</div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-9302397324837982082011-08-04T00:00:00.000-07:002011-08-04T00:00:09.232-07:00Making Mustard Greens Edible<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></u></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9g2UBWoRZbRyUcGgZxAsxtExSwPDryBF4H9CSD1cv205OLQk4cvpzW43OCkqtVojn-o97rvHlhqXmkYmNWDTjYjrpx-dAw2JKigXtk0YOndY4afhMD0-ex9hGXDGLGXGI3_35nIZ4VK2/s1600/IMG_4205.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9g2UBWoRZbRyUcGgZxAsxtExSwPDryBF4H9CSD1cv205OLQk4cvpzW43OCkqtVojn-o97rvHlhqXmkYmNWDTjYjrpx-dAw2JKigXtk0YOndY4afhMD0-ex9hGXDGLGXGI3_35nIZ4VK2/s320/IMG_4205.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636797408102254498" /></a>The other day, I was picking up kale. 4 bunches of kale, to be exact (like all normal people do, right?) :). Except one bunch wasn't curly leaf kale. I discovered after I got home that it was....<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDwOzVbd3SIVu9PCdJWqd0RSXr5ebZSChmbxLHW8GS0_r1tkSXOFr9z97OfqtF5d-Ry31aeb9c2NhRoQ6doeHBzV9JYfCug9zQS5HOvcS66cWQa8w6y_w78cr7n6ItDn0zmZC73Gy0Qw9D/s320/IMG_4188.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636794652440771538" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>mustard greens! Oh how I dread mustard greens. I've tried a few times to like them, but they always just seems so... potent. Too spicy, or peppery, or <em>intense</em>. I've juiced them, made salads, but to no avail... I couldn't like them. Maybe it was because I never tried cooking them? I generally don't cook my greens (and I love eating raw collard wraps! that's a pretty intense green to most people :)), but as I looked up recipes, I found <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Greens-with-Hot-Garlic-Dressing-103963">quite a few</a> that were appealing. In the end, I went with <a href="http://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2009/07/balsamic-glazed-chickpeas-and-mustard.html">Susan's</a> recipe for Balsamic-Glazed Chickpeas with Mustard Greens. By the way, if you don't already read her blog, go check it out! She has tons of easy, fast recipes and it's all vegan and delicious.<br /><br />Of course, I added fat to the fat-free recipe and used Earth Balance (sooo buttery and yummy!) and a splash of extra virgin olive oil. Cooking the onion, garlic, mushrooms, tomatoes and carrots:<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWGrGHNz2i9TvoQiSPl2XpVvlLtpkGPp7iIqsWYnX0d38fPTWIVKshH00kJyMU7WnkAksNtLY3jl6jbOHlsEJ48yuhLWSXNEBgbZ0NFXDx4Kmos56TDrusGTUXj2rqC3DYipgUfvgT9lvq/s320/IMG_4193.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636794660554427282" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>Adding the greens:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRFG_54IavFTvoUXGpWQX99Psd8c0M6QryWrPj8ywoa5EWGGR9RJ8mQCADz1aE3_3xeBp6fzUcaB1keCKC9tSdPHvPAKNDBbXUJbnviMlCXfSj7z3HTvpJqvy8dIbpgM1asOXh5BorXGX8/s320/IMG_4195.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636794664370975922" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>It looks like a lot, but they wilt down quite a bit. After 2 minutes:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPEGw08GTSLq-ni_fkVuZRx7Y_XZdXc9YVzLfgRDZe8bjEx0Dcw0fuT4CEWgEgp9mL02C-wKOkhKncicJE7A9Hzaw66v9UPy2LFHXXpw6di3bQell5CY-NQH0D5QxcX5YOqtMH6eCTapyG/s320/IMG_4196.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636801996973924178" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>I love how colorful this dish is!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSW8UVwj22NuiQO0QSqAyIO7Lvf-LcQvByUYae5gy7cBuqjPIq3bt9f2N5Rk1Vi3NWk7UUWQabJ5mKNbSvh7Wh3_Oiw1J4bei7GjiisDXuM29JCyvNGw85RNFPwOtPFnglImZ6x3H5Wwcg/s320/IMG_4200.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636801464502924962" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>After I took the greens & veggies out of the pan, I added balsamic, <a href="http://www.coconutsecret.com/aminos2.html">coconut aminos</a> (soy-free, GF, vegan, to replace the soy sauce - if you haven't tried this stuff yet, you must - sooo delicious!), agave and chickpeas:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwWEu2posbYS6Gyo6KA4dgDO5D5DYFK_k2ki3WoBuIZF9NZH3gk5uHE1VwOrL_VeB_k4blz5WlrZOgz5Dzd0Wb4Lor1CGN2XNtS-sZsl2WO4B5PwJbXj_TzAYTVWamyxOWAwTd0GI5b9yI/s320/IMG_4198.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636801463847561266" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>After the liquid reduced and the chickpeas had some nice color on them:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS5WCWYJz4xRF3Qrt_pa8Sp2-9wcJ39v4GUN5WqaByeisXPcMkaZs5-qxXMJo0O_WmI5YGJRVMPvQTLgnjtitvBitD-dTx26fg6bds26Sbdb7ofkYvu9z0qHbtdctmm9o_DxIy2cjIWUDE/s320/IMG_4204.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636801401408091394" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>The finished product:</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb9BtFYaqYPRdz-zC1eSp6mKoYBZQbL2i_ppTBAjkgsEBH08HARhT73Ji9vqQJ8zWnzA8A7dRHTPhyphenhyphenp0LsVY2Ry4LLgNXSWq2ooI8-SN3QFabU9EvjkJXS4SbuluWYjlArea_7GLFmas4p/s1600/IMG_4212.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjb9BtFYaqYPRdz-zC1eSp6mKoYBZQbL2i_ppTBAjkgsEBH08HARhT73Ji9vqQJ8zWnzA8A7dRHTPhyphenhyphenp0LsVY2Ry4LLgNXSWq2ooI8-SN3QFabU9EvjkJXS4SbuluWYjlArea_7GLFmas4p/s320/IMG_4212.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636797424457598866" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimjdKd4YP1dJyMc4l6ta1Auab5Q9UObyHHkAZzvgakOFr9fsBefTtLym0LS-lTTt8uJimx9cAIhouhBNXSHFfvDXBHKpT8Xp3CAz27IgO6HzUTnPhB-fbSfE_E3Pf4Fzz4SGe-GBG07JB6/s1600/IMG_4208.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimjdKd4YP1dJyMc4l6ta1Auab5Q9UObyHHkAZzvgakOFr9fsBefTtLym0LS-lTTt8uJimx9cAIhouhBNXSHFfvDXBHKpT8Xp3CAz27IgO6HzUTnPhB-fbSfE_E3Pf4Fzz4SGe-GBG07JB6/s320/IMG_4208.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636797419394740210" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh946xEoIucJfDlx6z21gcsBhfKFlLPZP4C-feFYW9tJKr1hlGxXHXkMHzQkm7QrbY4zM3CgIIRVG6v3g7lkWIZ4UfYBPEhrY6DmlvKC4qDhTtujdpU0rQPZcZ3518M5BQpb8QaocqLMxP7/s1600/IMG_4207.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh946xEoIucJfDlx6z21gcsBhfKFlLPZP4C-feFYW9tJKr1hlGxXHXkMHzQkm7QrbY4zM3CgIIRVG6v3g7lkWIZ4UfYBPEhrY6DmlvKC4qDhTtujdpU0rQPZcZ3518M5BQpb8QaocqLMxP7/s320/IMG_4207.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636797415525550082" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOciVxXuH6dN9lflix5zyJcX_AliPed8mSQ4fLcXuL_gUplfi0yQ_med5rdLcezdtaYzPYg7qgv7AenCoJqFfUubUjxxp1eo3D92WdM2qE7ze7BZnhDo6g-TQjfbH1RqxpUO3yg0yh8CTu/s1600/IMG_4206.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOciVxXuH6dN9lflix5zyJcX_AliPed8mSQ4fLcXuL_gUplfi0yQ_med5rdLcezdtaYzPYg7qgv7AenCoJqFfUubUjxxp1eo3D92WdM2qE7ze7BZnhDo6g-TQjfbH1RqxpUO3yg0yh8CTu/s320/IMG_4206.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636797410994410930" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9g2UBWoRZbRyUcGgZxAsxtExSwPDryBF4H9CSD1cv205OLQk4cvpzW43OCkqtVojn-o97rvHlhqXmkYmNWDTjYjrpx-dAw2JKigXtk0YOndY4afhMD0-ex9hGXDGLGXGI3_35nIZ4VK2/s1600/IMG_4205.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9g2UBWoRZbRyUcGgZxAsxtExSwPDryBF4H9CSD1cv205OLQk4cvpzW43OCkqtVojn-o97rvHlhqXmkYmNWDTjYjrpx-dAw2JKigXtk0YOndY4afhMD0-ex9hGXDGLGXGI3_35nIZ4VK2/s1600/IMG_4205.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9g2UBWoRZbRyUcGgZxAsxtExSwPDryBF4H9CSD1cv205OLQk4cvpzW43OCkqtVojn-o97rvHlhqXmkYmNWDTjYjrpx-dAw2JKigXtk0YOndY4afhMD0-ex9hGXDGLGXGI3_35nIZ4VK2/s1600/IMG_4205.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></div><div>You know what? I actually like mustard greens. Maybe they are like tofu and you just have to cook them the right way. I love changing up the greens I eat (kale, spinach, spring mix, romain, red leaf, boston lettuce, arugala, watercress, chard, collards) to make sure I'm getting a variety of nutrients. Of course, kale almost always is in the house. I can't get enough! But now mustard greens can come home with me too.<br /><br />In not-so-favorable cooking, I tried these new veggie burgers (bought with my own money, or more accurately, my hubby's since he picked them up for me):<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyjfnJU9GuIPWP_b7dM5AxDnWV8CCOtbhR6Xtj5fsKuYpSDU1k8M5IFObFDBosuu_Vl2lh2mBYFzZrl08is33U1TgGET95PWquaazQgz-rXrPTN08Pj191OnlzT3LxqU_X0Skk3k0_AKF7/s320/IMG_4214.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636794650176386658" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>Frozen meat patties in the wrapper: (the wrapper may have helped the flavor)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6yZZV-5wgfOQ6Wd0ZfwhIAOTQRHQavR-RGfP9m7GmyyTDgUjExIcR-nUKMCIXAbtoLFyIOJdIWXcHrWyxa0ERxFMnB61IZ9dFYkkj1actopI4dmwdnCVsJU1QF18BXdzdTqjV3KEzTDDS/s320/IMG_4218.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636794644636004098" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>Of course, after making <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2011/07/13/our-perfect-veggie-burger/">Angela's amazing veggie burgers</a>, and <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/recipage/?recipe_id=6000556&prev_term=burger">Mama</a> <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/recipage/?recipe_id=6000557&prev_term=burger">Pea's</a> <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/2011/06/23/recipeas-worth-repeating-yukon-gold-white-bean-basil-burgers/">veggie</a> <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/2010/08/24/dont-have-a-cow/">burgers</a> (seriously, these recipes are all amazing and I have made them all, most more than once. try them now!), any frozen patty is subpar. But these were terrible! They taste chalky and underseasoned and ... just gross. Sorry veggie burgers, but you're a no go. Score: husband = 1 for buying veggie burgers. New veggie burgers = 0 (major fail). Naturally, I can't get the <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/2011/06/23/recipeas-worth-repeating-yukon-gold-white-bean-basil-burgers/">Yucon Gold White Bean Basil burgers</a> out of my mind. Sarah - you amaze me. I want your book to show up on my doorstep now!<br /><br />Any awesome food finds or major fails for you? Tell me about it!</div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-85328867997728694372011-07-31T09:37:00.000-07:002011-07-31T09:37:00.114-07:00Bloomin' Onion<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></u></span></div>The other day after my ultrasound, my mom and I went to a raw, vegan restaurant called <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.leafygreenscafe.com/">Leafy Greens Cafe </a>in downtown St. Pete to grab some dinner. I didn't have my camera, but we shared the Mediterranean Pizza and the Sandwich. They were both tasty, but the sandwich was amazing! It was my mom's first time having onion bread and she loved it! I am lucky that my family (both mine and my in-laws) are extremely supportive of how I choose to eat. They always stock up on tons of fresh produce, organic greens, kale and avocados when I visit. My parents (mom especially) will always try what I cook up too - they both love massaged kale salad and now request it frequently. Yay kale!<br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdG36VevqSHUxwAbwEnBc0KsRovfqqsP7epDlP2vt_JFINYW6SJnUQHKvMbiXto2rrHIt0pEcPJtHbEKthAaGDl3m2r5PX2NpTuztyArq4b-Wayu5WvMRJcjVKzOeeY67ZZU0G0roD5HEW/s320/IMG_4111.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635506791743455986" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>(my kale salad lover)<br /><br />Anyway, the onion bread on the sandwich got me thinking - it's been forever since I used my dehydrator, so it was time to whip up a batch. Only downside? It makes the house smell... like a bloomin' onion :) not necessarily a bad thing! I didn't measure anything (per usual), but I used a recipe loosely based on <a href="http://www.rawfreedomcommunity.info/forum/showthread.php?t=112">this one</a> (I use less oil). Here's the batter:<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaPmDcrMdzacLwdkR_CqZfpvaRz5fyhdIyJz9tQpsvymlzvEBpSCtF9JxbpFFyupWodknc_yQDJx47iYc-39TBwOPLnDunwHpLSltb06IRtsM67DyaNYsfq5AUUA8-6f0RzTLb7SIxPXqV/s320/IMG_4108.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635506793713818242" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>Into the deydrator:<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUcEyaetxPaM_xvQnzM77GQKexFqRxAcynrDSSLm2w_5dqS7CmYNvbmJJZmkKKaNLkhhW4hRcJaj7BTyGEQve9BlgeqYgkWZAzkt8TvIiARnr5_NhS0CMBwuli-avTYm43Y3mw6lXiOp12/s320/IMG_4109.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635506800546472562" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>So hard to wait for it! <div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLwXdaIda6NglG9M9Gkz-nMHulXlTgXCXPqLhqbEyxjd_3P2Ix6WGylKJVtck8l3PuOastXjJprPkSjKFyQ_PCeLw5AJjffsAQ2is7y1lkSCJViCHqeLPEpSKMjv9Y0Wup8QdwfZisArgE/s320/IMG_4120.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635506786851801714" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRnW3M9mwIhjKfOj9UT9K6Svm5gR_qxWn0a3AAE0B3qWFO1ecv0QXjqWywyk9svqb6KFIK2C6nHAeNPrZtaSe1xX60TKgKm9nnfEx3iOJv_Ri6m14TtgPNVgDqovk0PBnPF9_Y477rG9Db/s320/IMG_4124.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635506781608041458" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></span></div><div>but so good when it comes out :) I sliced some for sandwiches and used the rough edges to make crackers. sometimes it's okay to be a little rough around the edges!</div><div><br /></div><div>I used some of the bread to make sandwiches with <a href="http://www.choosingraw.com/collard-wraps-with-italian-pizza-cheese/">Italian pizza cheeze</a> with alfalfa sprouts, julienned carrot, red pepper, grape tomatoes and guac.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGyrRI84JvH9EYbWRTEUEstgYuvEJckjn4Z9iF1D6JyepYXKCDa0ShyphenhyphenfmfsRaGnWSiQE1O_mrkz4RT2t2771IeV9n9CHI2dETUuAfnICJ-xeKVepyiSG3UwNwN5JePQzgshFAJTsxATF2f/s320/IMG_4133.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635508168818427394" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGyjFK24uLt32W5_bVOFEzHo5AfyVsPhd8zKyEM4klcqPnqvaAP-BMvHkqeRFTdLMn-YdTHLF_bfx8VQutidWBvRq3OdBn1MHWxA4zeximpaG02Okpe1wzdzvTptcqKKWgaiylzqnvZvGk/s320/IMG_4145.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635508192567205810" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcd_Qaui7_L0fJP8YxkATmzwcE43KLg_yzpuOCxHFN9cDGBuv_h70Isn3QIjSPIdoXKKn0cQ4DHEOuhg9oOOl4TZrzGaQN7t7e99IFyX5FsUHFl6PW8GWcS99kOp0icRViozg9ZCLTtqiu/s320/IMG_4144.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635508187069913090" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></span></span></div><div>I also did some with collard wraps:</div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsK4xX1hYvt7xf58TMsV5THORN1yjcMSXqtU7BrdAAua9LtXFZHMQ4SRiX7IPU58yFgUQdcjlzQGeflW8blJaRjVONRDgKotcrJT5iJEgMX2zlC2Jck4XXwFkY2XEZaAKCni-cW4KxI9U/s1600/IMG_4142.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWY-BWqblCawrIlTgc19ypTSLLKz3o7KzDKU-r3iGAKbc7NBPtbMfppWgKvbLt3vwzXHsSc0CToXr-pSqH8mi2xJBuujfEZ5fPOAHlL_DFXLStbP1Fdl0Hg6TxgqzYtR8fdsgxJNzW9D1a/s1600/IMG_4135.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWY-BWqblCawrIlTgc19ypTSLLKz3o7KzDKU-r3iGAKbc7NBPtbMfppWgKvbLt3vwzXHsSc0CToXr-pSqH8mi2xJBuujfEZ5fPOAHlL_DFXLStbP1Fdl0Hg6TxgqzYtR8fdsgxJNzW9D1a/s320/IMG_4135.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635508175204366034" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsK4xX1hYvt7xf58TMsV5THORN1yjcMSXqtU7BrdAAua9LtXFZHMQ4SRiX7IPU58yFgUQdcjlzQGeflW8blJaRjVONRDgKotcrJT5iJEgMX2zlC2Jck4XXwFkY2XEZaAKCni-cW4KxI9U/s320/IMG_4142.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635508177869008226" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>Served with spicy almond butter dipping sauce:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKTXThFicRdqCC-UNCtngU57vxeGMvCyFPgjKAz7csEoG9JggnR5wmCmO59NykH_nmh7Y7eHgZ3TqA7ukAFBV_IRnovFp0IU0h1unY1e4Twz8XLExnFaBFovarP03Tz3aw077reDO2YEub/s320/IMG_4148.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635509325156815042" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>and kale!</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2EP6dl_kSFz5I0BEzmpN6wxEb05QNZKxSw-elSWi_5u6wc4TWh7OOfSqMhzgY1X1ffPdYO5xWDj9gCcVSaAwbA3VaRbV9_NNH7FDKYZoxTzlY7ph_t6cpBTt-EAWw__b0FebZNf-49cVY/s1600/IMG_4152.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2EP6dl_kSFz5I0BEzmpN6wxEb05QNZKxSw-elSWi_5u6wc4TWh7OOfSqMhzgY1X1ffPdYO5xWDj9gCcVSaAwbA3VaRbV9_NNH7FDKYZoxTzlY7ph_t6cpBTt-EAWw__b0FebZNf-49cVY/s320/IMG_4152.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635509333275164194" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4Vrox1_ECzgfZr8EQHwKMOa9hfLNsy6x3V3w3jPAp3qRJeZVS76ayKRiRktWTVAkfBwSLiHgizWh6eJpkk2WE1wK3YfldiowzDYxy3DtFP5e_fgo8llm2A6gDVxB13neUlDfeCAxlfJbg/s1600/IMG_4150.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4Vrox1_ECzgfZr8EQHwKMOa9hfLNsy6x3V3w3jPAp3qRJeZVS76ayKRiRktWTVAkfBwSLiHgizWh6eJpkk2WE1wK3YfldiowzDYxy3DtFP5e_fgo8llm2A6gDVxB13neUlDfeCAxlfJbg/s320/IMG_4150.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635509329483145122" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>It was delicious!</div><div><br /></div><div>What tasty food have you eaten lately?</div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-66862750035773959952011-07-29T08:04:00.000-07:002011-07-30T06:04:25.515-07:001 + 1 = 3<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></u></span></div>Hi friends! Big news to share - we are going to have a baby! (my mini-belly :)<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOEi67TXfdArcjPg47HjOwxpy0UFPtdgBOZ0jHop5ZLDZE86mqoi3d1Vt1855XZnSjC71oN_EgC7Y8wy_RHMvxaO4K6JdfQA9v7K9bfaJlD-iX7AgfieuSQG-QBR3CzA-S1iqhCP0PpZ5A/s320/Photo+53.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635107880924176594" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>and the baby inside:<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyI0N5HMCE3thDVnIEcW5ueBwk02bwazSkogQcmjuuly1OUtMBqtNdI8j8HPl6BIQk4dPxEyFyB_Sw6qk7POLjzFbkk82pm20bqP0U4mUHGgfRxjgi0Lm2SXbAuoHupvRqSJvj9F2c2gKd/s320/IMG_4125.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635109299763354578" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><div><br />It has been so difficult to <em>not </em>joyfully spread the news to family and friends and the blog world - it's so fun that I get to tell everyone now! I just had my 12 week appointment to check for <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Downs</span> syndrome and some other stuff. The ultrasound technician said everything looked perfect! I took a short video of the ultrasound screen since my hubby couldn't be there:<br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dxeVsMWRDnn7Sw-cc-L0Pn9MxsRcHn4D7RwC4cE8H7GA---nKkWCTDIyuJPSlXCipcgQ3SJ6jvBXKRQUnmdWg' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>and here's some more still shots:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJNg1KdUPJLAbrMt0h-BrmLVT0Cyzg575QTiB7sSZgV2d8STp52zse7AY9VMmu1azcccrKox5t9BC-QXR5fI-bSqP5wNRkcK2XIjzBjkCbOWfgeafzHO53N-qvb4f_SBV88K2b_eg1AUHa/s1600/IMG_4131.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJNg1KdUPJLAbrMt0h-BrmLVT0Cyzg575QTiB7sSZgV2d8STp52zse7AY9VMmu1azcccrKox5t9BC-QXR5fI-bSqP5wNRkcK2XIjzBjkCbOWfgeafzHO53N-qvb4f_SBV88K2b_eg1AUHa/s320/IMG_4131.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635109308314041650" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5ZTW1Bfz5Gm7L_UCEtxI6cVE5mbY0efqV6B1GIAXl02Ob7sVB132hVlq-65tvLheFB7HQP-7I2kM8Ff6-b5z6VN2XW3WFqk0AEOW90jX09CRyZyb6aO1G3QWCMZtydcShR5KGA5tdy9O/s1600/IMG_4130.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5ZTW1Bfz5Gm7L_UCEtxI6cVE5mbY0efqV6B1GIAXl02Ob7sVB132hVlq-65tvLheFB7HQP-7I2kM8Ff6-b5z6VN2XW3WFqk0AEOW90jX09CRyZyb6aO1G3QWCMZtydcShR5KGA5tdy9O/s320/IMG_4130.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635109303480953410" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><br /></u></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5ZTW1Bfz5Gm7L_UCEtxI6cVE5mbY0efqV6B1GIAXl02Ob7sVB132hVlq-65tvLheFB7HQP-7I2kM8Ff6-b5z6VN2XW3WFqk0AEOW90jX09CRyZyb6aO1G3QWCMZtydcShR5KGA5tdy9O/s1600/IMG_4130.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>(love that little hand!)<br />The baby was moving around the entire time, flipping and waving its arms and the mouth opened and closed like it was talking! so freaking cute. And hearing the heartbeat was the most magical sound I've ever heard - I am already so in love with the baby. I can't wait to find out if it's a boy or girl! We think it's a girl, and <a href="http://content.thebump.com/sitelets/chinese-gender-chart/">the Chinese gender predictor </a>confirmed this ;) but, of course, either would be awesome! For the first three months, I didn't have any morning sickness (had some nausea), but I was extremely tired. My life = work. sleep. eat. sleep more. This past Sunday, however, (officially 12 weeks), I couldn't sleep - then I woke up on Monday before my alarm, did yoga and took <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Maki</span> for a long walk. I have felt amazing all week - energetic and happy (particularly elated after yesterday's ultrasound going so well) and like all is right with the world. I called a few relatives last night to share the news, and their enthusiasm and love made this whole experience that much more special.<br /><br />Food-wise, I've mostly just been craving produce (even more than usual!). There's been a few weeks I've eaten an entire watermelon within a week. So refreshing ;) Of course, kale salad still makes a regular appearance!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihSq-pjQ6ywu2Qk5N_mGlOmLYL44Kfk4AcdPqv8z47ZFrcb24bgBzXUSeeHTvKI7J0YrNC7nku51aY-AMzAV-9VNkW4hxoRmU_u56CTUgcQrD7zORQnN4eupp4GgWjxMyXn3K35P3gH1RN/s320/IMG_2971.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635112386595193122" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>and I made a batch of <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2011/07/13/our-perfect-veggie-burger/">Angela's veggie burgers</a> - the best recipe I've ever tried! I made a few substitutions (such as gluten-free cracker crumbs for oats) and they were fabulous. I will be making these again.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhikVgEBBRWm7mlI3NyNYPmZW17N_EZCbS3u1kTk-YK_KN4NHgP5DLGw0ZUI_wagfH0rcSyv0BMdcoLDzZllmaOddWtqdxrhguj_Ctmd9tSwDVexvl1O-IonHbaA0Q17j_6ThsePCgGpoKr/s320/IMG_4073.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635112407518999058" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>Aren't they enormous?</div><div><br /><br />Avocados are one food I just cannot get enough of. So delicious to me right now! (as they were before). Sometimes I just cut up a whole one and eat with lemon and sea salt. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Mmmmm</span>. I had my first <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">tempeh</span> experience recently, inspired by Mama Pea at <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/">Peas & Thank you</a> (can't wait to make her <a href="http://peasandthankyou.com/2010/03/31/dinner-for-dummies/">Spicy <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Tempeh</span> tacos</a>!) and Gena at <a href="http://www.choosingraw.com/">Choosing Raw </a>- I made Gena's <a href="http://www.choosingraw.com/satisfying-summer-salad-quinoa-and-bean-salad-with-seared-tempeh-and-cumin-vinaigrette/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Quinoa</span> & Bean salad with Cumin <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Vinaigrette</span> </a>-</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEBHl81EOZEKSb39FqKrl3e-CF2dRKaR_0F0_OH_Xc_5zgJ0qUHdUBPcv2WYTFKRSpTmpbht_x74pw6YKO5AQ2lqQgMeb_nhE0ZmidNYYJWsUsoCfcrapgKAvYM0oH9YOzTACLAcZN7n2c/s320/IMG_4090.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635112398844039586" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUTeRazAyEfVkau03Uk-EV5yqRO5ypujWNkxKJgjmTM8nbevNf0qTrutjkhrInJ9ultZk3hLuXUmrCKnYtUMroCK_Po2yKLH1_d8fpXnCtEWYm7TCNwLl_0HKtBnPnstKS4UdLvzQlv9cz/s320/IMG_4088.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635107898614013122" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div></div><br />I've been eating this for <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">lunch</span> every day this week. Super filling and tasty but not heavy - a great work lunch. I also made <a href="http://www.choosingraw.com/vegan-sweet-potato-and-black-bean-enchiladas-and-a-spotlight-on-iron/">Gena's Vegan Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas </a>-<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIOCQ5QjnoFWy4E7ASGGSDcSd_yuLz8gZinWD4E1M18VXekAnBLjbmvPzf1b9xEwGN0KumZRiTq7ylIIiR5UeJyWRqDEvZ34EPWjVSrC-6OcnWJ5kigzXT_xadRpQVoqzl4WSni5In7xra/s1600/IMG_4106.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIOCQ5QjnoFWy4E7ASGGSDcSd_yuLz8gZinWD4E1M18VXekAnBLjbmvPzf1b9xEwGN0KumZRiTq7ylIIiR5UeJyWRqDEvZ34EPWjVSrC-6OcnWJ5kigzXT_xadRpQVoqzl4WSni5In7xra/s320/IMG_4106.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635107891613246450" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid7L2g6VmAihLgRd2AbZVK6G1opqpf595j4pcED-g5m4ZaiLnt5cxUu24nqVSTCXHjHmNX-LaHKJeRnPAoy_kOiF_u4z3EbkhPVJz-pzLk5kkmiG_RNonaheswbJb6LXfHYFlw14evhvUo/s1600/IMG_4104.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid7L2g6VmAihLgRd2AbZVK6G1opqpf595j4pcED-g5m4ZaiLnt5cxUu24nqVSTCXHjHmNX-LaHKJeRnPAoy_kOiF_u4z3EbkhPVJz-pzLk5kkmiG_RNonaheswbJb6LXfHYFlw14evhvUo/s320/IMG_4104.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635107887039233986" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4NIEsJOkkZ8ytX9Vr6BFEwicjOUcjmZeiAaMr9dVBllbgelHUToZzZ8_O1kg0hYn1JUj2zW1uEKtc4Apfx9gHOJrboqBFxy5Jr40P8Mzt7Kj1mzVkCobsFHHb54SDSATRct8EMAjeXJw_/s1600/IMG_4103.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4NIEsJOkkZ8ytX9Vr6BFEwicjOUcjmZeiAaMr9dVBllbgelHUToZzZ8_O1kg0hYn1JUj2zW1uEKtc4Apfx9gHOJrboqBFxy5Jr40P8Mzt7Kj1mzVkCobsFHHb54SDSATRct8EMAjeXJw_/s320/IMG_4103.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635107881512652594" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>the molasses in these gives them a great boost of flavor and they are easy to put together. (Okay, I admit - I used a jar of green <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">chili</span> / <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">tomatillo</span> salsa instead of making sauce. What can I say? I have a baby in my belly and we are hungry and impatient at the end of the day! It goes something like this: Give. me. food. now.). And then there was tofu taco night:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMgbZwqGkIZvonPFLTYVeSHIeqEr4XFWLZQFPeyttbL7wRTM_EAsZ3ZZnownjA5wzPxMI6OokfJxUbxbwX_s05Unh0e9uz_BkSbEkEUWxM3v5JujpOWFeZkU2IoJ7cImNPJ9giZFmcItfR/s320/IMG_4093.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635112401352190210" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><br />I am loving all the summer produce. And smoothies: (layered <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">nana</span> / strawberry / blueberry in a glass and a blueberry mango smoothie!)<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRrQ5tn6gHlt-D5DJoZ3UrYOpDG1nPI5QRtgHK44mYP2WfsVU7mW002M_MTBbb-a7KBSA6BgIdKJdH7ooGeUyj3Whgt_qxbI7NCXlhTOIMEsZ78uYwf3LYeU0lDisptswLhplZnjNyyeNI/s1600/IMG_4101.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRrQ5tn6gHlt-D5DJoZ3UrYOpDG1nPI5QRtgHK44mYP2WfsVU7mW002M_MTBbb-a7KBSA6BgIdKJdH7ooGeUyj3Whgt_qxbI7NCXlhTOIMEsZ78uYwf3LYeU0lDisptswLhplZnjNyyeNI/s320/IMG_4101.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635109312526199634" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn3ntsdi4P0dO3qzZnjNl6rM4V8KVVChAR40d3tMz8exBrUlyMrYNTTbYuVBFeQgy6l65QIj6dUKX4oQYW3YCOwp2HXYNwgKOI-Oi0zBE_Oop9wLNZP_Hv4TdtWeQEJj7tntVdruyEPrmQ/s320/IMG_4094.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635112391314342770" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqtz9KqMVcG6Ls4Tar0WyvCKozeJQ1la0Q8AwAZUCcW1VeLtdOqE130fwYsQT11o91SyuVmNrc3_ZNOESJb2gi6HY77kL2kM78POWdDDwBCl96dxDfElTEfxzIMK9N3fCw7yZENbwC85-5/s1600/IMG_4091.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqtz9KqMVcG6Ls4Tar0WyvCKozeJQ1la0Q8AwAZUCcW1VeLtdOqE130fwYsQT11o91SyuVmNrc3_ZNOESJb2gi6HY77kL2kM78POWdDDwBCl96dxDfElTEfxzIMK9N3fCw7yZENbwC85-5/s320/IMG_4091.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635109307747186114" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>What's your favorite thing about this time of year?</div></div></div><div><br /></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-42025032182062065012011-07-01T11:07:00.000-07:002011-07-01T17:52:05.623-07:00Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette (vegan and gluten-free)<div style="text-align: left;">Hello hello! Who is excited about the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">loooong</span> weekend? I know I am! We are leaving for vacation (Portland ME, Boston, New Haven CT and Fire Island NY) tomorrow for 10 glorious days - I am stoked! Before I go, I thought I would leave you with a recipe that is bright and fresh, perfect for dressing up a summer salad (and it's vegan, gluten-free and soy-free! and can be nut free)</div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Cilantro-Lime Vinaigrette (makes about one cup)</div><div><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0_1sI19ZCvcMxV-emCTy9N4LdXWB8866TA4jwixj-mw017cyPlhT-3wISA4VLAazrEheg_XNZvh9j4OJST4Axn_YqcdtSX4DHxumJ_XupLnXIoG3D-r2NJEn851L0fk7Gs0Ryq3yd9eLz/s320/IMG_3539.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624550296162185970" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><br /><br /><br />1 medium-sized clove garlic<br /><br />1/3 - 1/2 bunch cilantro (stems are okay)<br /><br />juice and zest of one juicy lime<br /><br />juice and zest of half an orange<br /><br />~1/4 c extra virgin olive oil<br /><br />~1 T local, raw honey (if available)<br /><br />~4-5 walnut halves<br /><br />sea salt & cracked black pepper to taste<br /><br />water to thin to desired consistency<br /><br /><br /><br />Blend all ingredients in a food processor. That's it! Sorry the measurements are so vague, but I think many times (especially with dressings), you really just have to taste as you go. Sometimes you need more acid (add lime), sometimes salt, sometimes sweet (if it tastes too acidic). Let you palette be your guide!<br /><br /><br /><br />I served this over a salad of spring mix, walnuts, green olives and crisp <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">jicama</span>, topped with hemp seeds. It was a perfect blend of salty, sweet, savory and crunchy!<br /><br />My sweet tooth has been <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">kickin</span>' lately... yellow cake (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">GF</span> Betty <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Crocker</span> made vegan with Earth Balance & flax egg) with chocolate frosting (coconut milk + <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Ghiradelli</span> semi-sweet chips + brown sugar)<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxuY-Sab40Okvq3i8Yih8bZLofh60H3fPLKCL551ZlEfxX0znueOHuJRrDwatOQY7r04YuAKL8SUGDIj6-G4Em7OwrEA0ma-vXP82z3W2AyYtAIk8VRRZjBuYjOwsoI7k4nDim_1SiT3LL/s320/IMG_3533.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624550297432579442" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span><br /><div>Chocolate chip cookie balls (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">GF</span> Betty <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Crocker</span> with Earth Balance + flax egg)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDwZHo8WCUpthugoXNLLZp3sAk-nXhcfbgWp0heOoCQTNYGn11zDpUzawWZQEnMz9K_Jf2qlbYZqO_-xpNamfXmHGR0MWQ_X2ca3EMYltPYvVB_ANAj26iCr4m32b4-uOKPGkZtNjbBgoI/s320/IMG_3528.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624550303010999762" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span>Enjoy your weekend! Let me know what shenanigans you're getting into ;)</div></div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-13702572044818894582011-06-30T17:07:00.000-07:002011-06-30T17:30:23.619-07:00It's Been Awhile!<div style="text-align: center;">Hi bloggie friends! Has it really been 3 months since I've posted? time really flies! I'll leave you with a few of my recent favorite things...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Neighborhood flowers</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8mKldHvaNsVLd1ElAsnOk7zcRtPm7wRZ0SRT3k7EBhboHgSKGgWcZW3bTXDZ-mbYpSDmOwJ6L15IlvcwxqGlJ_5HC9fbW7zNOTimJot9jpBXj7kS5f0oPO-o0mFSh9hjVb-2Opgk4e8Df/s320/IMG_3394.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624174028209868658" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjapRyENbRFXhmvM-V9wAax1ufruo4QuiO20XE_OUhQ9Pn9rbnv1SJnjI-FMzrCE9PFXXfAnwnc4s0tLZH77ydj905xWlx5KJWqzV4jXhBh8quqCAzpt_XU6K5SDb-JBHQk_Bil1rlFUNcT/s320/IMG_3390.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624171505194821250" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Flowers in my front yard</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmWXEhW6F4v4YRAHdGWs9rOBV4ewtrmwFWaQ1zdPEx66CYqbqgB3GMoDh-i93pBP2_aWYk9-UT8goOFWiRR2Bk2NPNv40R26HfihCaxIlL9x9epgVnYXhQv-XPQo_b5NBK_TdlOiWMFvoP/s320/IMG_3379.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624174023184438914" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I grew kale!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbtgqyehk4NVCsxLDwYVboiLxYoaRn3spHo5dFPrOueSNqoBHGVRx-fdRm1bjn-_3ksdFTWZKPLejrsMG67rGzdKxzZ2etQsA24VzpLsS4a85ljctEKgy5NwuYiPESNrYGJWWGDz7Yim28/s320/IMG_3382.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624174040767311426" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Flowers from my wonderful husband (delivered on the 1st Saturday of every month!)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0k6Cm671AuSpjB1x5l1syrggew1Gc9fDiDp0UmI17jiGoX5lWsGGqc2DYMvDA8rwZdSoBENn4qU4g0Gyxd-4qjJuvIP0KesmH2fGyRDPM4oI8dmGrSLZQD-WBp-2tEgVkImn_f6l-HmSE/s320/IMG_3419.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624173030030223730" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Raw corn chowder</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHRSJxNCtR29MT9S6CtS4C71MZHXlVKXhEnw5V9IZ3g9-YPgoRGNKOpyZ1DmfCerohvXxEFTz9ztMX_-o4bR9VBtgMOVcCYYXeZuaXqnZCU9PAF1QWPqXuXUDwXw6Rr93YfV1b1W-K7TfI/s320/IMG_3356.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624171492047968818" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Tomatoes in my garden </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidkAXRgVqLG_bAtC8cl91aE5sZryCGbhHFC6woX06ACuv3hQeCk8ohDbUjh8QCNyixwnxBMLXLSoCjlsBdDl0x0gSPXZgH-VYVecwsUpKxAumq6mC953H-tyf-PClK_30wxGv4_xYhmeYL/s320/IMG_3384.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624171501194033266" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Basil from my garden</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1hMUR1Y_d40HLBjKN81MJuHt4ljWLWR0i2d0YWTn0k8xEN_V4qXkTCRd5LW9-mHzYYhEL_0VGS0Ld8ah15xQ0ADC_N95xzi_W3t1ymYhbZcUscQ-yyQWHO5fiMwKYCLECMeHwvbALrw7-/s320/IMG_3412.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624171513195967346" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Quinoa Salad</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHDho7WeMF9r-UtIA31YrcaEWSiY6IQQEghCvo8z4e5lEj5zPK3TpRk21bOEinc1J2AZbeKq_LvV8FK4HE6yDHM4VYhYWp3Qqol6rauoTCOHhqZHoGx0ggXbDo_DiubZfyBXciw4qD5gXq/s320/IMG_3448.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624173047289971186" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Veggie Salad</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvMtvML3WRfj4gxK3uCiZ45IWUkdmeR8nitkPXId_0OhrkDAwROGWIzQ9MHnMfh4mpt7YAQ7atemZp0LWrC1qruHNGO5Hsvu4oYt171j4mlzvXJBf2TsCt2ODgoUMD48PJwCc-YcC3498e/s320/IMG_3425.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624173041310727442" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Blueberry Sunrise smoothie, basking in the Florida sunshine </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia5hFdZW6lXeMM6ruQ9-mJ8xigHRPI0wcw8f8VIcfncBTvSRis1tj28PUQlUMY9Bd5vVn_TuMBH7_0ONiQ4vCyDxQa35ROsL4kHoTQyGGzx1u_VKXOqr7ZATAwFOYeb7ClOUPggwebgMIm/s320/IMG_3462.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624173061410004242" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Stink eye from Maki, haha</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6sKGb4dW0KtoCWjAfW_vi67N5R7IVZJXULGUfBKb3DTBoPtCYG9IOmfNEAwFmdkuPP-t7m880hQimv_NocUd9IpB8rDn4Ie38m75AYyvFybAQp1bLj26iLD0yeZ6Ai1FGBT6-ra3jtOZ5/s320/IMG_3421.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624173033996207634" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">What are you loving lately? </div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-78932046059917022712011-03-31T11:53:00.000-07:002011-03-31T12:11:00.885-07:00Vegan Bucket ListHi friends! How's your week going? It is windy and rainy and yucky outside here today... we've already had several tornadoes through the area (not the norm for central Florida) and I saw a picture of a semi blown onto a car... on the bridge I have to drive over to get home :/ not looking forward to that! <br /><br />luckily, tomorrow is.... Friiiiiday! I'm super stoked. We're having our first *offiical* pool party of the year on Saturday, and my running buddy & I are changing things up this weekend and doing a long bike ride instead of a run! Our race (Iron Girl half!) is next weekend, so we're taking it *easy* (the other day, I asked my running buddy if she wanted to do Tabata intervals. I said, "you run so fast you want to die." she said, "when can we start?" I love that girl!) <br /><br />Since I'm newly vegan, just for fun I thought I'd post <a href="http://vegnews.com/web/articles/page.do?pageId=3019&catId=6">the Vegan Bucket List</a> from VegWeb! (okay, I am suffering technical difficulties and can't post it right now... but go check it out!) I've done #3, 10, 14, 15, 22- that's me, myth-buster :) especially regarding protein!, 23 - does training for a half marathon count? ;), 26, 29, 38, 39, 42- every chance I get, I give up the car!, 46, 49, 70 - my favorite comeback to "do you get enough protein?" is "do you get enough veggies?"). I have to admit, part of my desire to do this was I love lists! I am very type A, virgo-ish, perfectionistic... and a neurotic list maker! I love lists! and checking stuff off! <br />How about you? List maker or list hater? <br /><br />How many things on the list have you done? Or what *vegan* thing or food would you like to try?Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-40299142988328427312011-03-09T17:56:00.000-08:002011-03-09T18:32:59.147-08:00Newman's Own Recipe & VideoHiya! Long time, no blog :/ I figure a quick update is better than nothing!<div><br /></div><div>I've been a busy bee lately! I did finish my Gasparilla 15K at the end of February - time was 1:32 - I was happy to finish :) and I signed up for the Iron Girl 1/2 marathon April 10 along Clearwater beach. I love looking at the water & beach when I run - so relaxing!<div><br /></div><div>Recently, the kind folks at <a href="http://newmansown.com/">Newman's Own</a> sent me some products to try out, along with a flip (yay! so exciting). They did not pay me for my opinion or recipe, but did provide their products (3 jars of marinara sauces and 3 bottles of salad dressing) and a flip for me to make a recipe video. Seeing yourself on camera is so strange! I used iMovie to edit the footage and it was actually really fun. I think I'll be making some more recipe videos ;) unfortunately, I was in a rush for the deadline and did this sans makeup after a weekend at the beach, when I was both desperately in need of a shower and <i>starving</i>! and in one take... I love to see other blogger's videos and photos of their life - so I hope you enjoy!</div></div><div><br /></div><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dxHMIj0o7qDDAPkL7Pq2S5h8iKO8LJAVnZoV0pPFGqPxkNjheu9MZMzddex53oXqhPAXyOatKhTP-LyhC37AQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe><div><br /></div><div>xoxo</div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-70397960618935487792011-02-05T09:02:00.001-08:002011-02-05T09:35:33.369-08:00Dip it Good!<div style="text-align: center;">Hi friends! Hope your weekend is off to a good start! Last night, we just stayed in and relaxed with some of this:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWuwo7hedYBgk6DcD3MsEJVzLNsGpEIeYJoM5qeU3aDgqhtQuPlm-ZF_DFaOk63yjIV24m1NuR20MtBa_iAe0t-tod0qeO8EOIsFqhiHqTAwtGCWp9D9ilxiM1kGDW0WiY9iSmM27_HZV4/s320/IMG_2932.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570253603311576098" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>so good! If any of you are familiar with the goat cheese (I think it's a manchego-style) with the reddish rind that's soaked in wine, this is the wine they use! It was nice and light, good for drinking alone :)</div><div><br /></div><div>I also put this orange beast to good use:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWFWToB2x4IP6PbwFsHrf2r6iMdym8-C6p-K8i8HkEkilsHRtzdLu8vzp5qO8Kd-eSWZObX-YkAHllb-3r59FROD69N8AOdYAxOvksA59flN1PdOWWRCIsQ0Wef-Nlj9WH4yEUkq1JUttP/s320/IMG_2933.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570253621140143906" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>Just for size reference, this is a standard size chef's knife:</div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9_GmII75JOhg7VkU3cES4PR0GHdFKfSSy_2t4tiYwyq7GTQ0U1NwFcUR2BnB6pJD7shWFahMQ6F1wM7Ye5V0Ron3IvZ9aTQtjm9z0ZzF8fnxX_v5E7BohJfiEALl1I9q_ahXsReSQa69E/s320/IMG_2934.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570253615032799410" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span><div> It was a HUGE butternut! I was in the mood for something dippy but something new, so I made:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidvFD6Qy_fu1Ek0ijnfxN3H4fVQ51kDgHb9yQdbPIpiLxc_8vfA2tOnIMVDTr5hXVtg-0h2eU9fMOt07hTd62ppwhG8Ec5f1YaSF2_O8sPs6nkVtyO2CUqRkbX9Bc2lM_93mCYfI0s76s5/s320/IMG_2939.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570252901323224066" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div><b>Butternut Squash - Garbanzo Dip</b> (I could call it a 'hummus', but I guess that's not technical ;)</div><div>~2 cups butternut squash, roasted and cut in chunks</div><div>1 can heated garbanzo beans, liquid reserved</div><div>~2 tsp sesame oil</div><div>~1/4 - 1/2 tsp garam marsala (could also use curry powder)</div><div>~1/2 tsp cumin</div><div>sea salt (~1/2 - 1 tsp)</div><div>freshly ground black pepper</div><div>paprika, for topping</div><div><br /></div><div>Roast squash in oven. I just sliced mine in half, scooped out the seeds, and put it on a baking sheet:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhavZt_wiL9whuLlElmcD98nbBcXWL3_A8Tf9inMHztQJXDFZMQ7P09jwJyNvR2azXKChS9I18ck7Y3iLnwexlWPn7llELU0QB0U1gCBirhyYm_ohjw7a6vDn7BYoIrkQSPDkVuC_4slSkv/s320/IMG_2935.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570255254735341890" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>I did about 25 minutes at 425*. Meanwhile, heat garbanzo beans and can liquid in saucepan (this awesome trick & recipe inspiration from <a href="http://www.choosingraw.com/sweet-potato-hummus/">Gena</a>!) When squash is softened, remove skin (you may have to wait for it to cool a bit) and cut into chunks. Add to food processor with seasonings, sesame oil and garbanzo beans. Slowly drizzle in garbanzo liquid until desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. I did not need to use all the can liquid as butternut squash is not a starchy as say, a potato. I love sesame oil because you can use such a small amount but add amazing flavor. This recipe made about 3 cups:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIDWX4qShPSzJgTfxnKb-c7qEsKe1-YMhQiM5pObIkH_gQ57sjXOkEDHV0VVqP2ycR4IQceoPSO8viY0VM6LkbmWwvw5Z9BwdgixV9S33_S48r8t50EEuDFj4siYXgMFXaxdNjuK4xCt88/s320/IMG_2938.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570252899089806850" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>I added some to a collard leaf with red pepper, chopped tomato, sliced heart of palm and cilantro:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4PYSkEKV2T8xHOBP0WdJFjkW-KWtK8vt50k0fcAZo0_ny9QxhUybg4u19pUO_OKwv38vdxUS8HhFeQ8NkdYo5d4Wl3CakpFEWd5kjOFamMnAFubAeMYLNpghIHs5cOq7ptiET9YEYiEDP/s320/IMG_2942.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570252910187162930" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div>All rolled up:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj-Sj6lk5vKqfNMdmz8yud_UomQ_g29UGJ0AabELAEhUi5yzPGqccmflhCLxgeT61sKTunRkCk5YyEqTEIX3px3HqcvR-6XtDJx6eyXVb29SgyFLtEji_oxIKHsb6bcbKVgk90W5vFjoGi/s320/IMG_2943.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570253610871856274" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>So tasty! I love having a taste / snack right after I make something :) Just like the Food Network!</div><div><br /></div><div>This morning, I was inspired by <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2010/03/06/project-natural-glow-homemade-deodorant-and-scrub/">Angela's Lemon Scrub</a> to make my own. We picked some glorious grapefruits from our tree yesterday (I just love saying that I picked fruit from my own tree :) so exciting!), so I decided to use that for my citrus. This recipe is super vague, but I don't think you could screw it up. Add zest of grapefruit, </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcmlTiQ6AIf8GW9nZeSIDv3hX7myvKaeJTQvs-tIdRw9Uo2iwR87b4fumWzzZhsUmKY_XoKkfd8DDCrEOQeDyiJ7R07mJZL4D_eRucGrBVAOYfD9ef0YYttwUEvytwJpljjv2m_TZ4wiLz/s320/IMG_2948.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570254472713862162" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>plus juice of half grapefruit</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlyjlye7lr4VMiB9vapldJdLEmD_FZXci_0sSmuThKx5WqmFlsKw1RQER3gVErArHWWm7ZWNW6BwaMTdn9nscHzHmDM5xtqcDfsGUiC1WpPxw-bYFTWOmogDyy2cj3lcOgXnodJSXDFrWh/s320/IMG_2950.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570254478060994562" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>to ~1/2 cup brown sugar:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhicDcKTweelViWEuYnAyOJCpfovWvvXuiZMiL5wUjF9EVtrV06T3PwuZquJEYqN55HcDrs5p07FH5rEOk3Oh0Q_qHj2a2qSTbCB3GFjf3LFTrLO1aA1YTX69uEerip0nwDMVOrW8Js2nm3/s320/IMG_2949.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570254495003853682" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>Add ~1 Tbsp coconut oil:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9EttxpZLx5qRDJnKiTDdKFEl061hLbAj-UfuYfjOhwCxzQebLusyyvX4QNReq-jAOVx9BzUFznoQTt0OG8Odz4apB4BOIsxjhNr579jd8rxLlCApjyh_xTCyy14n4YI5L2oV0MXDb2REA/s320/IMG_2952.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570255266084022898" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>Mine was pretty liquid-y, so I added some more sugar:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH9IJtITW9XsN9DBaOSPkXlTzaaPegN4U4Rl8pQmCw2A7NXb4TqyyN67ej18FmXwXVabXhkEhN5izdbe9TZy-_9YDIYY_CfSCgpHKX0Z3HRBouERiC9kY41EnGW_dxuOK3X8RQtZTGozKJ/s320/IMG_2953.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570255268939580770" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>It poured out of the bag pretty fast! It was about a cup. All stirred up:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB6vqVscD05SMYDS6QrttNuZEhat5mZpt-QyDHSYmh4J8IxkfiOB_XWJjpOU6fmyXX29gjm2HyYZV4XPDeVV9wdZSbnoekpk8heAUI3pgehy7G7zTRtzhAQJPgPnoSEsedo3RvvSR0sH0K/s320/IMG_2954.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570255277437140130" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>It smelled <i>divine</i>, and after I showered my skin was glowing and the bathroom had a lovely brown sugar-grapefruit scent. I loved that this recipe is totally edible, too! I probably wouldn't <i>want</i> to eat it, but it's nice to know that I could ;)</div><div><br /></div><div>For dessert, I made Katie's Good Girl Fudge. Go check out <a href="http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/01/31/sugar-free-chocolate-fudge/">her recipe</a>!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5geiFgAnXKmpqMGwF5kInHgIram5lbo6RvNGNavVcgiwfMNcX9XkQii2ot9xW3GzoH5VnEAgzB56mGEgCGf-_hrNKGNiaNPt7ZYG3g8BvcnGLYvbLuNDQ43I-I7HzxyH_-0yKXsySwWYs/s320/IMG_2947.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570254466757389074" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>so good! not too sweet, excellent texture straight from the fridge. I used homemade coconut butter (thanks to <a href="http://heathereatsalmondbutter.com/2010/03/09/homemade-coconut-butter/">Heather</a>!), but I found it didn't get super creamy like Artisana. I used the food processor for about 15 minutes.... still tasty, but a little gritty. </div><div><br /></div><div>This morning, I did Gina's Week 3 of the Winter Shape Up, followed by 20 minutes of intervals on the stationary bike (still trying to take it easy on the food), then I took this smiling face</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNpLeHz1O1KJT8S8A4l270WIesQF1LSWTBjpACEgWBDdY3N-RnIuS2wYM0joNLxxlef3TWpBiVCdZhlJN-L9432nw2BCZ-faMtweO_PQYVWUPeDI2RGJhfDKFwyYzYboBEfAp6f6aVrzDQ/s320/IMG_2926.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570252887076974770" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">for a walk for about 30 minutes. I love it when puppies smile! So cute. When I got home, I made this delicious Green Monster:</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmzZS_ay1uiZgvpLcNbChzaPjfSORZgasqOX-GOM8vtGDbGm5NsUYxwNP9Ap3KqLZ638s9RkpaIs1E9CyaPKGKGEBKkTjiJzfzpjff1hzUEMVtf7l3Y6upO5hr-BDMLnGfCox6NmEgHkBG/s320/IMG_2955.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570255632493506018" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px; " /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">It's my recent favorite recipe:</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">1 scoop Vanilla Sun Warrior protein</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">1 tsp chia seeds</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">1 tsp Sun Warrior greens</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">1 tsp spirulina</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">1/2 peeled cucumber</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">4 frozen strawberries</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">~1/3 cup frozen blueberries</span></div><div>~1/5 frozen banana</div><div>2 giant handfuls spinach</div><div>sprinkle stevia</div><div>~1/2 - 1 cup water</div><div><br /></div><div>Mix it up in the Vita! Mmmmm....</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm thinking of making a run out to Anthropologie, since I really need to clean out my closet (maybe I'm just being pro-active and buying more before I get rid of stuff? heehee), but the sky is turning blacker and blacker.... I hate driving in rain :/ especially during snowbird invasion season! Guess I better go see what's going on with the little one:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLF_MqpSTjOBgRuaANW1WnBdzXwZHk8jnUF2owfzEPKlkYoaDEqNTVMVatXsLHJuEM3D4zBcW1rnqDUKIw26xh7Gyqr9G-pxK2kuFDPIe-wnam5ojazGkgSoNXMDiPaASsc-EFZ4_QAjmi/s320/IMG_2920.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570255628621105698" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></div><div>so mischievous! Have a great weekend friends!</div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-28257095132241578122011-02-04T11:21:00.000-08:002011-02-04T11:26:43.813-08:00Tick Tock, Slow ClockHi friends! How's your Friday? Have anything fun planned for the weekend? My day is draaaaging by :( Can't wait to start the weekend, perhaps with a lovely glass of vino :) <br /><br />This morning, I did about 25 minutes of intervals on the recumbant bike, plus Legs of Fire and Abs-Tastic Exercise Challenge (I did mine laying on my back on the floor since I don’t have a pull-up bar or dip station – trust me, it still burns!) workouts from Bodyrock. (I did bike intervals instead of jump-rope – still trying to take it easy on the foot with jumping / impact). It was killerrrr! I had an amazing green smoothie (1 scoop vanilla Sun Warrior, frozen blueberries & strawberries, small chunk of frozen nana, spinach, ½ cuke and some green powder (SW Supergreens & spirulina). The cuke is something sorta new for me – I’ve had it in smoothies before, but not very often. It was love! So refreshing and hydrating and perfect after a workout!<br /><br />Last night, I watch this totally inspiring vlog from the beautiful Kris Carr on de-cluttering your life physically & mentally. De-cluttering is something I need to get much, much better at (my closet is a giant disaster right now). Life runs so much more smoothly when you’re organized! Plus if I get rid of some stuff, I’ll have a great excuse to shop it up!<br /><br />Sorry about the lack of pics (and links), but I’m blogging in stealth mode ;)<br />What are you looking forward to doing this weekend? What was the best part of your week? Tell me all about it!Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-76606160948849600942011-02-03T15:49:00.000-08:002011-02-03T16:51:38.110-08:00Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Pancakeshey hey hey :) how's your week going? Thursday work-day is officially over and tomorrow is Friiiiiiday! Can you tell I'm stoked?<div><br />Clearly, blogging every day has not quite become part of my routine. It's crazy how long ago I started this blog, and yet... it still is meandering around the starting line :/ Hopefully, I can get on the ball because I have lots of fun recipes and shenanigans to share! Not to mention I should have some more "free time" due to this...<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUof2my8g2q91tu_DHlxC4ISj83KvdcRYmrl1pvZ8QKKTH2jD6pyzxyLVMN80a8YpQ_hb8QAr56qLLC40SfD53j8IThManMGhXvTfbzPs9xX-HFmGgFnsr36213N2idY_vrWyMI7WMTI1T/s200/IMG_2897.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569625335838056018" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></span></div><div>not broken, but without cable! The hubby & I have been debating canceling the cable for several years now, but every time we get close to doing it, he tells me, "but it's football season!" We do have Netflix and a computer hooked up to the TV, plus internet, so it's not like I'm completely disconnected :)<br /><br />For quite some time now, I have been craving blueberry pancakes. Warm, fluffy, drizzled with maple syrup... ah, just the thought makes my mouth water. Being celiac and vegetarian-ish (I eat fish and cheese maybe once a month, but no meat / poultry since October 2009) makes it sorta tough to make good pancakes. Not that you <span style="font-style:italic;">can't,</span> but most recipes call for a variety of flours and ingredients I tend to not have since I don't bake or make GF recipes that much. I recently bough some <a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/garbanzo-bean-flour.html">Bob's Red Mill Garbanzo Bean flour</a> (one of the cheaper GF flours out there) and made this super easy, delish recipe:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg497LE1CwXvm3SDe3OCcaHEnHN33IG2ckM0chbx_oceSPiNoSfyiK_Yf47QfVjFL01CCsIBnQpAC0TNZS1dDr0fD2nxAaO_QneNL8_oSV4YIjjiKHG8zqR7gs_FvaEJJcRT4vBhYYxZy0F/s1600/IMG_2867.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg497LE1CwXvm3SDe3OCcaHEnHN33IG2ckM0chbx_oceSPiNoSfyiK_Yf47QfVjFL01CCsIBnQpAC0TNZS1dDr0fD2nxAaO_QneNL8_oSV4YIjjiKHG8zqR7gs_FvaEJJcRT4vBhYYxZy0F/s320/IMG_2867.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569619788934957458" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Pancakes (serves one)</span><br />1 T flax meal + 1 T water to make flax 'egg'<br />1/4 cup garbanzo bean flour<br />1/4 cup water (could substitute almond milk or other non-dairy milk)<br />1/2 tsp baking powder<br />1/2 tsp baking soda + squirt lemon juice (to activate)<br />pinch sea salt<br />stevia and vanilla extract and cinnamon, if desired<br /><br />Pre-heat non-stick skillet to medium heat. I actually found I didn't need to spray it at all (not sure why, but I <span style="font-style:italic;">always</span> spray even if it's a non-stick surface. Double insurance? Fear of dishes? ;)) Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl. Pour in ~1/4 cup increments onto heated pan. Add blueberries (if desired). Cook until bubbles have formed on the top surface,<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdmMhIOM2NiH6bY6jBeK10NkxWIeGRigaGa6SAx1aqDsyZsKUyITJr3-R5hhow315EtATAHZZWhnagxp_4vP2RVnGE2rVFQjMzCt-T3ftz4BuzKlMHyByjSq4uV5ZV5FKwSz5zG_aJaou/s200/IMG_2863.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569624768275894146" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></span></div><div>then carefully flip (or do the shimmy n' shake and flip without a spatula - </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOpgTcRvr5nK-680d7nCN-_JwZ9wbWq5__QAY_gSDqUmHdccpYYdMq3JwVHwEIyu5bOnm5AkzoyTy5J4rUBaQRsiODzLMH9BZ6QNcjzew9iRCb9zKXyrpNzwGAslMoFi6Rpe0HzAtj1VAP/s1600/IMG_2864.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOpgTcRvr5nK-680d7nCN-_JwZ9wbWq5__QAY_gSDqUmHdccpYYdMq3JwVHwEIyu5bOnm5AkzoyTy5J4rUBaQRsiODzLMH9BZ6QNcjzew9iRCb9zKXyrpNzwGAslMoFi6Rpe0HzAtj1VAP/s200/IMG_2864.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569626174976825890" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcGQ_cvexrNw4hzRPvz5PMnehw6TxqJkkO7jRUxiqI2t5lUfm0bb4AN3mqp2vMbxIIUQZM2UHFYRoUMjN4ckIYx0Ty0m3VveHe6dOcJkHu0eYqpGP9D2QX1igti-wTTdBXRV-UcSlsQhmu/s1600/IMG_2862.JPG"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcGQ_cvexrNw4hzRPvz5PMnehw6TxqJkkO7jRUxiqI2t5lUfm0bb4AN3mqp2vMbxIIUQZM2UHFYRoUMjN4ckIYx0Ty0m3VveHe6dOcJkHu0eYqpGP9D2QX1igti-wTTdBXRV-UcSlsQhmu/s200/IMG_2862.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569626128122661650" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></a></div><div>I didn't photograph, but this is what I did... basically, shake the skillet to ensure the pancake has cooked on the underside. Then 1-2-3, make a big movement forward and watch the lil' guy flip! Sorry if that's a bad description :/ some things must just be tried!). I was able to make 3 pancakes with this recipe, and I topped mine with <i>real </i>maple syrup and a bit of Smart Balance Light (they were out of earth Balance at the grocery, and SBL is vegan and GF, so not a bad back-up choice). So good! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyvXJUV8738RZJJ5pKAEyIBMPPJ_sVb98DcCg4h7D2zENhQNtSBxEFfFWaL9_DgqOUpP9ubPKFm4rTaZPz1zvoNgB-QrBMlA6O32VthNzZwM0gV9Bp8IQDI40oghxoFdBEy5h_So7ns4Xf/s320/IMG_2868.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569628945672879586" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px; " /></span></span></div><div>They definitely hit the spot :)<br /><div><br /></div><div>I re-united with an old friend recently:</div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9eugre-WaVf403SRiAPdPpfQabnqcxjaoj0xyNQSdaLh_KK0VOrqTRImUaXo14px2LJNl35xL4o5a7rUS7GBKY9lWKsjzydEpk4C2qESwPpvcoyZlWH1jLSKe2UzriGz05oE-foNdm5o9/s200/IMG_2839.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569622585935991042" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; " /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div>I could eat kale salad every. single. day. How did I ever live before the discovery of kale?! I like mine massaged with avocado, lemon, freshly ground sea salt & cracked black pepper, some minced garlic & a sprinkle of stevia. Sometimes I get crazy and add crushed red pepper flakes and nooch. It is always good! Definitely has become "comfort food."My husband jokes that we could never have kale in our garden because it would make him sad that he can't grow enough to support my 'habit.' haha!</div><div><br /></div><div>I bought <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Vivo-Multicolored-Square-Bento-Box/dp/B001CSPU0Y/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1296779693&sr=8-14">this awesome lunch box</a> recently. Yes, I am secretly 5 years old and I love a new lunch box! Here's the eats for tomorrow:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU8Zd1_v03INRkIZwRDomWi0fLFxcI1HK-MFefnp6vtkxGlm0_w423DBUslgyq9E-6EAKCeOkZV0vlHv0IIAl8SMX_jwXXisg7CdrYdGq49Ve1g2gudVSDdPENp_TK73g1v1ixnrPtUmk5/s200/IMG_2896.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569624775546291154" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></span></div><div>The 3 layers stack together and have a metal strap to clip them together. So cute! It got many compliments at work today :) Cauli, cukes, baby carrots, red pepper and edemame, plus an insalata with spring mix, cauli, hemp seeds, cuke, heart of palm, grape tomatoes and (in the little container) dressing of 1/2 an orange's juice, salt & pepper and a drizzle of flax oil. I can't wait to eat it!</div><div><br /></div><div>I had to take a mini-hiatus from running - I hurt my foot and think it may be a stress fracture :( it hasn't hurt in a few days, but I want to take it easy since my race is at the end of the month, I don't want to be hurt and miss it (since it's my first!). It's been a week since I've run and I'm so eager to get back out there! Plus, I just got my Garmin and want to test it out. How do you deal with injuries? I've been taking it easy, doing some weights and the recumbant bike. Not the same!</div><div><br /></div><div>One thing I LOVE about living in Florida is - STRAWBERRY SEASON!!! Check these babies out:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsuvKtzad9Cc6xr3bJHV8nNc3LRSCV2_c8ALQqApJlivEmF7ThnagLHnC_lr3F5IlOsZI5ywBK3U_yjSDZhFtNzPHc1Z3Q4CXSgB9xW96vFAsc9WEgCea5lA_TZ6EWzRTb7i5DwvTbo1Ac/s200/IMG_2856.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569622577624167506" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_cUP4btYuwJnKFKURSe1k-iiL53_YMSvMeDb1IsFUfXKWQNRmVWhYioDeMQl3UCcjCKK3cgI2O4POWro3BlcTckSFELivkwKEKoBAwr5oTgQvPxqVZHCgJVbwrMxQwJFQ3AdzPGXPTWbM/s200/IMG_2857.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569626114440200098" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px; " /></span></span></div><div>so delicious, sweet, fragrant (they make the entire fridge smell amazing - you can't open it without diving into a juicy berry!), not to mention <i>cheap! </i>love it. Ever have sliced berries in your bubbly:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIICGEwL7oM6JEKt9umAog7DfQ4-CMYXTSV5RWoc3KkTBf0kppKP2l8Cmz0FnUzTKqpsblgrJkcK2IxwzVf6PTOskvJxe-6T6HibsHL9VC5WjTRD3GjbmAk4Q-OGSrUzzlF1lhubnFYV5d/s200/IMG_2821.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569622572267810978" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 134px; height: 200px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; ">it's pretty much amazing. Especially when you eat the delicious champagne-soaked berries at the end ;)</span></div><div><br /></div><div>well friends, I will leave you with this:</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiXGVKzTX3DmTzbmmog8b-STYXZOjASWmsJq7WUTz4P_r91ybe83aQm7fun3xH-550ToKNfKsGDiHUel1kwphx3PfIivI4brxe-1VSBAGMMy4Ej7Nm4PXj8ci3q7PSQj2W2Hh2KBB2yfT/s1600/Photo+29.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiXGVKzTX3DmTzbmmog8b-STYXZOjASWmsJq7WUTz4P_r91ybe83aQm7fun3xH-550ToKNfKsGDiHUel1kwphx3PfIivI4brxe-1VSBAGMMy4Ej7Nm4PXj8ci3q7PSQj2W2Hh2KBB2yfT/s200/Photo+29.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569625342397107122" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlQ7HbHCE_q_r3O0KhiZsYwlvTzmGY0XQbT8xYprhT7s4bht_UYA6a51GMoH2Cfn2b28ACCUpyU0OxaMJLilIOwmbNZHv4Gtian6z7IPyqm4wCDCDbFcyQ9o0DXqvqp7DglnYXmYHnTf96/s200/Photo+28.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569625338628808642" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px; " /></span></div><div>rocking the nerd glasses and curly hair :)</div><div><br /></div><div>because sometimes I like to hide behind my (new!) side bangs. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Tell me, what "recipe" have you made recently by winging it? </b>That's how I got lucky with the pancake recipe! Just sort of... guessed :) Love it when that happens! <b>Or, what have you made or eaten that hit the spot?</b></div></div></div></div>Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-60719611371091458772011-01-29T15:36:00.001-08:002011-01-29T15:36:54.929-08:00New Commenting Systemjust checking to see if this installed correctly... hope you're having a fabulous weekend and I'll be back tomorrow with a real post! xoxoKathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-43543156661274210242011-01-25T15:28:00.000-08:002011-01-25T19:00:41.476-08:00Hello Blog!Hi friends! It has been ... a very long time :) So many days I go to write a blog post and then... ADD much? distraction, life, fun things happen. and no blog post. But today -- I felt inspired! I have still been reading all of your blogs and discovered so many fun new ones (<a href="http://www.younghouselove.com/">Young House Love</a>, <a href="http://cottercrunch.blogspot.com/">Cotter Crunch</a>, <a href="http://www.dailygarnish.com/">Daily Garnish</a> are some faves), and I figured it was time I started writing my own. We've been super busy with home renovations (the upstairs bathroom is <span style="font-style:italic;">finally</span> almost done! so excited... the toilet has been in the hallway - unusable, of course - since we moved in ... last July), work, hanging out with friends & family - life stuff. The husband started a new job at the end of last year and he's gone Monday - Friday week in and week out which leaves me ... alone in the kitchen ;) We do both love to cook but something about being in the kitchen at the end of the day really helps me to unwind. Speaking of which.... one of my favorite recipes for the (occasional) chilly days is:<br /><br />Butternut Squash Kale Soup to warm your soul <3<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmnp3y01NOqwTKBJc-yx8RZXGHhro8c5WwuUbGoSS4XR70ydSydP1xvy_Ui1JZztNF1S2Ap2BdVuOrkiti2fi4v3R8bH2U0oIBMVxmMXz36hheC2LCN7aadVwKVPQP_tZpiVMU_ZjigV5J/s1600/IMG_1576.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmnp3y01NOqwTKBJc-yx8RZXGHhro8c5WwuUbGoSS4XR70ydSydP1xvy_Ui1JZztNF1S2Ap2BdVuOrkiti2fi4v3R8bH2U0oIBMVxmMXz36hheC2LCN7aadVwKVPQP_tZpiVMU_ZjigV5J/s320/IMG_1576.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566276127675210658" /></a><br />(hint: it is super easy!)<br />Sweat in olive oil, wine, water or veggie broth until softened:<br />1/2 yellow or white onion<br />1-2 cloves garlic<br /><br />Add in:<br />2 cups butternut squash, diced in ~1/2" cubes (can also oven-roast at 400* for about 20 minutes, until softened but not mushy)<br />1 stalk celery, diced<br />1/2 carrot, diced<br />1/2 cup white beans (optional)<br />2 cups veggie broth (can add more or less depending on desired consistency of soup: more for a more brothy soup, less for a thicker, stew-like soup)<br />salt & pepper to taste (I love the fresh ground kind)<br /><br />Simmer for 15-20 minutes until veggies are softened, then add in 2 cups chopped kale and cover (kale will shrink a lot, I promise!). Once kale has wilted, serve and feel the winter blues melt away :)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0a5GRnPHHNURf9qvzouCKcYHeelEGwOBzaGDK0KNZlTIumiYgB3T0ZAsAsDoJ5F9KL_rYtrRMgGg8KN3GzZsNwiIrYAPZqtEDV5NIdEjwnJxBZhPOUdB33PkYhqnOz_Gjx_og2Xpgc9e4/s1600/IMG_1582.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0a5GRnPHHNURf9qvzouCKcYHeelEGwOBzaGDK0KNZlTIumiYgB3T0ZAsAsDoJ5F9KL_rYtrRMgGg8KN3GzZsNwiIrYAPZqtEDV5NIdEjwnJxBZhPOUdB33PkYhqnOz_Gjx_og2Xpgc9e4/s320/IMG_1582.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566276133112832642" /></a><br /><br />Even with the hubby out of town, I still have help to clean up the kitchen:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOBSP84ncIaT9ez75fklRoWTkBCcfZlC1Bz-csrMnAR1XxEg_gqHslJhf0vSsQ7iCfNIQbV8tU8Wo6EGOb4lic-MiMhMZVxDwPh6dMurErXe46t3QttuYTVntcRCyumxMgEq1-hdDfkU6c/s1600/IMG_1584.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOBSP84ncIaT9ez75fklRoWTkBCcfZlC1Bz-csrMnAR1XxEg_gqHslJhf0vSsQ7iCfNIQbV8tU8Wo6EGOb4lic-MiMhMZVxDwPh6dMurErXe46t3QttuYTVntcRCyumxMgEq1-hdDfkU6c/s320/IMG_1584.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566276135757416514" /></a><br />It's hard work! (makes me exhausted too!)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGI0FwJBBM6CFWIsw2YPhavsAZHbR8ae8P_qyIQqqZUvHmaej1BaaDNn16Y5dz-VdPavlsSHe-Z62141OCH1djPKLBFQW2vhJDM0bF7CBTCjfq6XuoBSkhe7lfHCthVNq855HHBi1-G_mk/s1600/IMG_1561.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGI0FwJBBM6CFWIsw2YPhavsAZHbR8ae8P_qyIQqqZUvHmaej1BaaDNn16Y5dz-VdPavlsSHe-Z62141OCH1djPKLBFQW2vhJDM0bF7CBTCjfq6XuoBSkhe7lfHCthVNq855HHBi1-G_mk/s320/IMG_1561.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566276135604882690" /></a><br />But Maki is a great companion and <span style="font-style:italic;">always</span> (ahem) on her best behavior:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgw_y1hoCi1L1-z68orfCkYge-Z09DJDhw42x7BYdQm7s_WIDnCJRPPGbiPKTJaxy3rMe62-1SmGabmPtJmcTm6fUfbaLrWNBaA9dt7LpANdKLKzPPSG9_RIvBO7TbN1WiVbIII6678Coo/s1600/IMG_2785.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgw_y1hoCi1L1-z68orfCkYge-Z09DJDhw42x7BYdQm7s_WIDnCJRPPGbiPKTJaxy3rMe62-1SmGabmPtJmcTm6fUfbaLrWNBaA9dt7LpANdKLKzPPSG9_RIvBO7TbN1WiVbIII6678Coo/s320/IMG_2785.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566276143769464658" /></a><br /><br />Workout-wise, it's been a lot of HIIT with <a href="http://www.bodyrock.tv/">Zuzana at Bodyrock</a>, and I recently started <a href="http://fitnessista.com/2011/01/winter-shape-up-2011/">Gina's Winter Shape Up</a> plus I finally started training to run a race! I'm doing the <a href="http://www.tampabayrun.com/">Gasparilla 15K</a> and so stoked. My running buddy Sarah & I did 9 miles this past Sunday and it was the greatest feeling of glory - the furthest I'd run prior to that was a little under 6 miles, and doing something you didn't know you could do -- there's nothing like that feeling of accomplishment! <br /><br />By the way, I spent Thanksgiving day diving the Santa Rosa wall in Cozumel:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj60RzG6yaOTVFVPZuhANNkhztLFajhWbaY8OH3BD7swHJ9j-N6z6dMOl4k3tEuBUq60sW4vfGGOzVQKW113rrunKyr4e6dDsOIgm9tTn68XcBFGNAZ3En8DSk0RoPuUsbPqelvkXfRnmWB/s1600/19_20A.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj60RzG6yaOTVFVPZuhANNkhztLFajhWbaY8OH3BD7swHJ9j-N6z6dMOl4k3tEuBUq60sW4vfGGOzVQKW113rrunKyr4e6dDsOIgm9tTn68XcBFGNAZ3En8DSk0RoPuUsbPqelvkXfRnmWB/s320/19_20A.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566277245101984786" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS6ZfJHT0evJ6eGBKVS78K3ETFRH8djfiH3VdK_WrIn_vAJ7OzMYDOuw0d-fZ2wakP3ko8p3bBmytCILolNkUGCm6BvLlXpAQGphzcwK1dawdlkcswJQc8JISRLtoi6fcAtCbgYuIgpnvi/s1600/05_6A.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS6ZfJHT0evJ6eGBKVS78K3ETFRH8djfiH3VdK_WrIn_vAJ7OzMYDOuw0d-fZ2wakP3ko8p3bBmytCILolNkUGCm6BvLlXpAQGphzcwK1dawdlkcswJQc8JISRLtoi6fcAtCbgYuIgpnvi/s320/05_6A.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566277241455555538" /></a><br />I want to live there! It was super beautiful and the water is crystal clear - we were at 80 feet and it felt like 5. <br /><br />So friends, I will see you soon, to bring some agave & spice to your life! haha, yes I just said that :)Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-84018000727765058642010-10-24T17:46:00.000-07:002010-10-24T18:26:04.145-07:00Busy in the Kitchen and Fresh Express giveawayHey friends! How has your weekend been? Mine has been ... studious :/ props to all of you in school! especially while working. Books are hard work! I did go on a glorious long run yesterday (still pondering the <a href="http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/rundisney/princess-half-marathon/">Princess Marathon</a> -- registration is $10 cheaper if you sign up by the 31st of October), and a run + weights this morning. 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Contest ends next Sunday (31 October -- Halloween!)Kathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-56217079424805010652010-10-23T17:08:00.000-07:002010-10-23T17:27:52.188-07:00There you are blog!hello blog world! it has been... quite some time! lol, a few months :) I have been uber-busy, working full-time (40+ hours per week), commuting <span style="font-style:italic;">way further</span> (50+minutes... each way), and studying for a BIG exam... which is this Friday (thank God. I am so over hitting the books. and drinking vodka to relieve the stress, haha! maybe not the vodka...). My life for the past few months = work, work out, study -- barely see friends, barely do anything fun (hey, at least it's good for the budget!)... think hermit. which is so hard for me, since I am <span style="font-style:italic;">that gir</span>l you call when you need a shoulder to cry on, something fun to do, advice on cooking (but boys, not so much ;) - thank God I'm married now) or a dance party on your front porch (okay, that was my porch, last weekend, where I killed my friend Matt at darts, and I was the only one dancing! hey, still fun :)). so... I turned 27, cut my hair:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjalzGkJe2cNM5NswQIk6iwm4bgbM0jAByh_IEdJT2C98ZNcH5bt7iCtrDWfI-Ick8n4gaOP11tqk3TMck0Eu4C3DA6kAEuAPiXj86xSe5VJVC0tNR6BRRhBW6-_dvcvWQ6MYKmO2WocyAn/s1600/Photo+33.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjalzGkJe2cNM5NswQIk6iwm4bgbM0jAByh_IEdJT2C98ZNcH5bt7iCtrDWfI-Ick8n4gaOP11tqk3TMck0Eu4C3DA6kAEuAPiXj86xSe5VJVC0tNR6BRRhBW6-_dvcvWQ6MYKmO2WocyAn/s320/Photo+33.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531402685515998658" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRw3ZWa1WpuTlz5tpiFnojJiEn6jRTP98Qn0jEXHU1hHmeN9k7Y0uOzHtLAgl3iVPVMw2DuHP6PHiKpfPh3OZdse86uinR-OolVYJ-uCFPYXuvZApBNr3A4rWDfVKHBBy2pzYmvfwdWRAP/s1600/Photo+34.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRw3ZWa1WpuTlz5tpiFnojJiEn6jRTP98Qn0jEXHU1hHmeN9k7Y0uOzHtLAgl3iVPVMw2DuHP6PHiKpfPh3OZdse86uinR-OolVYJ-uCFPYXuvZApBNr3A4rWDfVKHBBy2pzYmvfwdWRAP/s320/Photo+34.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531402683482370338" /></a><br />lost about a foot! it is awesome. I know it seems contradictory, since fall is upon us - but oh, Florida sunshine, cool here seems to be stuck at 87*. :/ i am jealous of all you sweater-wearing sassy pants out there! it makes me laugh when people talk about the cold or rain (we have been dry for weeks now) or even leaves changing color -- um, none of that here... but doesn't stop me from a closet full of coats! Must be fashionable for those 3 days a year you <span style="font-style:italic;">need</span> a jacket. I have been running quite a bit - 3 or 4 times per week - and I'm thinking of doing a half marathon (go big or go home right?!) - maybe the princess half at the end of Feb in Orlando? anyone else doing that race? maybe I'm a little over-zealous or just so happy my knee is healed, but running has been *amazing* for stress relief! <br> <br><br /><br />I had *so many* pictures to post and my camera (my giant Canon Rebel) is MIA - I'm hoping the hubby put it somewhere secret when he was cleaning or took it with him to visit his fam... otherwise :( ... anyway, I will leave you with a recipe! <br> <br><br /><br />Scrumptious Pumpkin Pie-Oh My! Smoothie<br> <br />because chocolate + pumpkin = food-gasm! so good ;)<br> <br />1 scoop chocolate (vanilla would be good too!) Sun Warrior Protein<br> <br />1/2 cup pumpkin<br> <br />1/3 cup chia gel (to make gel: stir 4 tablespoons chia seeds into 2 cups water and let sit for about 20 minutes)<br> <br />1 cup chilled Vanilla Chai Spice tea (or coffee! I've done both, and both are yummy!)<br> <br />cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg (or pumpkin pie spice!), to taste (sorry, I don't measure - I just shake it baby! lotsa cinnamon)<br> <br />1/2 teaspoon vanilla<br> <br />small chunk frozen banana (I use about 1/5 banana)<br> <br />pinch sea salt<br> <br />stevia, to taste (liquid or powder, vanilla liquid is my fave for this recipe)<br> <br />1 tsp lucama powder<br> <br />1 tsp maca powder<br> <br />1 tsp spirulina, if you're trying for extra green nutrition (always!!!)<br> <br />6 or so ice cubes<br> <br /><br />Blend it up in a blender (<3 my vita!) until smooth. drink. with a glass straw, because it is fun! wish you lived somewhere where it got *cold* in the winter months! You can leave out the lucama & maca if you aren't trying to use up bags of pricy powder that have been in your pantry for way too long. It will still be yummy :)<br> <br> <br /><br />I plan to post more frequently.. and hopefully my camera will make an appearance! enjoy the rest of your weekend! xoxoKathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-795919406598062213.post-64651830273730034402010-07-23T14:46:00.000-07:002010-08-05T17:03:58.991-07:00Deconstructed Kale Chips, Moving In, TripsHi bloggie friends! It's been so long, but I'm baa-aack! :) The last month has been pure craziness working on the house, commuting almost an hour <span style="font-style:italic;">each way</span> to my day job, taking trips (last weekend - New York City - this weekend - Gainesville), and squeezing in exercise, cooking / un-cooking (in a, let's say, partially equipped kitchen), friends and LIFE! <br> <br><br /><br /><br />So, what's a girl to do when she's craving cheezy kale chips, but there's no running water and the kitchen sink looks like this?<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5rqlhzLh4yC9Pi0hxBDFDSf3xEUyTLxASdLVx9FatZsa5wnR32TvTrMaDU97cDFM9Z1vSfoR9PPbY-aAk41Yx150UTGlPk5WoWbDct4QT5HrIvTgrcJSSTB8zrtia-FiqVFzl12uckciF/s1600/IMG_2475.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5rqlhzLh4yC9Pi0hxBDFDSf3xEUyTLxASdLVx9FatZsa5wnR32TvTrMaDU97cDFM9Z1vSfoR9PPbY-aAk41Yx150UTGlPk5WoWbDct4QT5HrIvTgrcJSSTB8zrtia-FiqVFzl12uckciF/s320/IMG_2475.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497226727002190914" /></a><br />Deconstructed cheezy kale salad! I simply chopped a red pepper, and mixed it with all the usual ingredients for my kale chips - apple cider vinegar, olive oil (sometimes I use cashews for the fat content), sunflower & hemp seeds, lemon zest & juice, red chili flakes, a pinch of sea salt, cracked black pepper, and NOOCH! All massaged into a glorious bowl of kale:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiou49K-MKpxPnNidmIONgiSP5nzPG_krukuQQ5dWJsSQ80ejjbMvRFSooJWSvHmIbqT95Htg4Mj46TWuC8kMeE3DBpm7hlNN2rHvtRBxBmUPd5VoPNeDQu1ylLvWXoF1I1Fp0mxvaidz_b/s1600/IMG_2474.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiou49K-MKpxPnNidmIONgiSP5nzPG_krukuQQ5dWJsSQ80ejjbMvRFSooJWSvHmIbqT95Htg4Mj46TWuC8kMeE3DBpm7hlNN2rHvtRBxBmUPd5VoPNeDQu1ylLvWXoF1I1Fp0mxvaidz_b/s320/IMG_2474.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497228249335380130" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUvm3J1LdFSD9T9m8cRgZnVYNyuyn3S-6yJC6xnW7UDyQetgvktCbckLbPSD1viWnh5vKdeDQ5es_x0sGUxBtwuR9TRLftEQKXCG_BcLDG_qSbXQM96_uUVe6FwNneXis9aADlmfZdpOGR/s1600/IMG_2473.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUvm3J1LdFSD9T9m8cRgZnVYNyuyn3S-6yJC6xnW7UDyQetgvktCbckLbPSD1viWnh5vKdeDQ5es_x0sGUxBtwuR9TRLftEQKXCG_BcLDG_qSbXQM96_uUVe6FwNneXis9aADlmfZdpOGR/s320/IMG_2473.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497228230791530082" /></a><br />so, so good! I'll definitely be making this recipe again. Dishes were done with the hose outside. We've actually gone 2 weeks with no functional kitchen sink. crazy right? the worst part is, I haven't been able to wash & put away all the dishes from the move! The plumber finally came yesterday and now the sink works (yay!), but we were so busy preparing for this weekend (the house is getting tented for termites, so we had to box up all the food to take with us, along with all the new-house bills that needed taking care of), I just didn't have time to finish. And this morning, yoga was calling :) <br> <br><br /><br />Other recent eats: Cookie Dough Snowball - Basically, take <a href="http://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/2009/10/raw-vegan-chocolate-coconut-snow-balls.html">Averie's recipe</a>, add half scoop each vanilla & chocolate Sun Warrior protein powder, stir & freeze. For the sweetener, I used splenda & stevia, and for the liquid I used almond milk (the Silk almond milk - I used plain because we had it, but vanilla would have rocked), and then about a tablespoon each agave & maple syrup. And Hershey's special dark cocoa powder. The whole thng tasted like cookies and cream. It might not look like much:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjnYwSdqtqoPk1qpWUiR3JFAvb6GgDEc8l-Ufpf6V9plSxOJYK-xJrsA8qLCB8PheFV_xZtW1aMlfz2X-PvoXCaTRaoHsQ8wsNRRCuZkvdV_yZhtK8gQibfRm4BLSpeug9iLsu87kUmEYg/s1600/IMG_2486.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjnYwSdqtqoPk1qpWUiR3JFAvb6GgDEc8l-Ufpf6V9plSxOJYK-xJrsA8qLCB8PheFV_xZtW1aMlfz2X-PvoXCaTRaoHsQ8wsNRRCuZkvdV_yZhtK8gQibfRm4BLSpeug9iLsu87kUmEYg/s320/IMG_2486.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497226188788534898" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW2kStGDtw38z2kKVxvWDEm3h-9ONS8blxPl07A_fiTmaVwUtheukBd0M7RpJubZN1JMwYxqQ-7o4Xs0RykmbPm9Nw3utX2hTQfc1YysEvZYqkfw0-rVudkC3KES8GDxOUf-HuqhHXzSfi/s1600/IMG_2485.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW2kStGDtw38z2kKVxvWDEm3h-9ONS8blxPl07A_fiTmaVwUtheukBd0M7RpJubZN1JMwYxqQ-7o4Xs0RykmbPm9Nw3utX2hTQfc1YysEvZYqkfw0-rVudkC3KES8GDxOUf-HuqhHXzSfi/s320/IMG_2485.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497226178907676194" /></a><br />but it rocked my face off! So freaking delicious! Thanks, Averie, for the inspiration ;) <br> <br><br /><br />Well friends, my photos are taking forever to load and I wanna go hang with our friends, but enjoy your Friday (I am, already with a vodka club soda in hand - haha!)<br /><br />xoxoKathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04782098154404025552noreply@blogger.com2