Hello! Last week I got a Blue Apron delivery. It was perfect timing since Ben was in town for a little quality time visit. I was able to cook us up a fancy dinner without having to go to the store for a long list of ingredients (the cupboards are pretty bare) AND I didn’t have to plan anything to ... Read More about Blue Apron Dinner Delivery Discount Code
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Trader Joe’s Spring Food Finds!
Hello! After a morning of work I needed a break from the computer and a few essentials from Trader Joe’s. I grabbed my favorites and spotted a few NEW delicious looking items just in time for Spring. First – the daffodils I mentioned before are the BEST. They bring a little sunshine to the ... Read More about Trader Joe’s Spring Food Finds!
This Rarely Happens But…
Hello! How’s it going? It’s going well over here, but I do have a bit of a headache after last night’s adults beverages. That rarely ever happens because I usually stay super hydrated so I’m a little disappointed in my water drinking from yesterday. This morning dragged my sad carcass out ... Read More about This Rarely Happens But…
What I Do When I’m Sad
What I do when I’m sad… eat. But I’m trying to stop that so here are some other things… This morning Mr. Ben and I took a walk sporting some green for St. Patrick’s Day! Then, I ate some Monican cereal. Love love love. Sadly today Ben headed to Florida. Vegas tried to ... Read More about What I Do When I’m Sad
Happy St. Patrick’s Day From Your Redheaded Mexican Friend!
Hello and Happy St. Patrick’s Day from your local redheaded Mexican, Monican! First let’s talk about eating dinner. I picked up Indian food for dinnah last night. Dig it and dig it well. Today I’m sporting my new green maxi dress. Similar: Piped sleeves maxi in a lighter ... Read More about Happy St. Patrick’s Day From Your Redheaded Mexican Friend!
Relaxin and Eating After LA Marathon
Hi! Happy Monday! Are you ready to rock this week? I spent last night relaxing and eatin’ after the LA Marathon. A LOT of both! Vegas helped me relax while I iced my knee and watched House of Cards. Later he cuddled with my hoodie! Ha! Highlights from my post-marathon eats included: ... Read More about Relaxin and Eating After LA Marathon
LA Marathon Results and Recap 2015
Hello! I just ran the LA Marathon!! Here are my LA Marathon results, recap and all the best eats from the day/weekend/fun! First. I headed to LA Marathon expo Saturday afternoon super last minute. I was just in and out to get my bib. Well, I was just there to get my bib and a California ... Read More about LA Marathon Results and Recap 2015
5 Best Ways to Carb Load for the LA Marathon
Hello! How are you doing? It is HOT HOT HOT in SoCal today. So I am hydrating and eating like it’s my job. Tomorrow is the LA Marathon! Let’s talk about the 5 best ways to carb-load for running 26.2 miles… 5 Ways to Carb Load for the LA Marathon: (Or at least the 4 ways I’m carb-loading today!) ... Read More about 5 Best Ways to Carb Load for the LA Marathon
RS Lifestylers Announcement and Meatless Monday Feature
Happy Friday!! How was your week? I have an exciting announcement… I was recently asked to be on the Real Simple A-List Blogger Network. I feel so fancy. I think it’s going to be mentioned in Real Simple magazine too. Whaaat?! And in another great shout-out – The Meatless Monday crew featured my ... Read More about RS Lifestylers Announcement and Meatless Monday Feature
Hello, 911 I Can’t Stop Eating
Hello! How are you doing today? I feel like a busy lil bear because I have some extra projects this week. It’s all good stuff though! But, I am concerned that I’ll have to call 911 to make me stop eating this ice cream. I am an eating machine. I wonder if Ben & Jerry’s is hiring taste ... Read More about Hello, 911 I Can’t Stop Eating
20 Things About Me
Hello! How are you doing? Today I’m sharing 20 random facts about me and my blog and life and la-di-da. But first let’s talk running and eating… This morning I started my day with some toast and iced coffee before my run. My parents brought me this coffee from Hawaii a while back and I forgot ... Read More about 20 Things About Me
Last Minute LA Marathon Tips and NEW START TIME!
It’s going to be so HOT for the LA Marathon this weekend race organizers have announced an earlier start time! This in combination with a few reader emails asking me about my hot marathon race day tips inspired this post. First, let’s talk about the LA Marathon and what race organizers are ... Read More about Last Minute LA Marathon Tips and NEW START TIME!
StitchFix Score and Now for Maternity and Petite Fashion
Hello! I mentioned this weekend I got a new Stitchfix delivery and loved the striped dress that was in my box. I’m not going to do a full review this time since I’m only keeping two dresses. But I did want to post about it because Stitchfix is now offering their fashion delivery service for ... Read More about StitchFix Score and Now for Maternity and Petite Fashion
OC Marathon Coming Up and More!
Hello! How’s it going? In running news, I just signed up for the OC Marathon that’s coming up May 3rd!! Hometown race, I gotta do it right? The race is 52 days away and also has a half marathon option so if you’re looking for an excuse to come visit me – there ya go! Let me know if ... Read More about OC Marathon Coming Up and More!
I Bought a Whole New World
I feel like I got a whole new world today! My oven is 98 years old and would get super super hot on the outside. Plus my dryer would heat up the whole house in a humid armpit fog. (Maybe that’s why I have no frens?) Anyway. I was dragged my feet buying new ones because there is never a ... Read More about I Bought a Whole New World
Tips for Staying Hydrated in the Winter
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The International Housewares Association for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Hello! How's it going? Today I'm collaborating with Inspired Home to share some tips on staying hydrated in the winter. It's easier to remember your water in the ... Read More about Tips for Staying Hydrated in the Winter