Hello and Happy Monday Yesterday I held a Pita Party courtesy of Electrolux’s “Are You Party Ready?” campaign. A week ago Foodbuzz sent out an email asking for last minute party tips. Here is mine: “My last minute party tip is to assess the ingredients you have on hand and try to work with ... Read More about Pita Party
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How To Cut a Mango
Hello, I am having a very relaxing Sunday and decided to skip breakfast and lunch posting. But, I did make a How to Cut a Mango video. Yeah, I did a step-by-step guide last week, but some of you still had questions so here’s a quick video. So now I have a How to Cut a Mango and a How to Cut a ... Read More about How To Cut a Mango
Race Day Requirements
My race day requirements include… Pre-run fuel. A positive attitude (no matter what happened the night before). Iced coffee or a nap. Sometimes both And Ice Cream. Not necessarily in that order, but ALWAYS ice cream. www.nataliedee.com I only get 13.1 miles per gallon of ice ... Read More about Race Day Requirements
Fontana Half Marathon–Fastest Half in the US!
I had a half marathon this morning that is about 63 miles away in Fontana, CA. Since I had to pick up my packet and catch a bus to the start, I set my alarm for 3:45am. I crawled into bed right around 10pm. A few minutes later Ben stumbles in the door from Happy Hour/Going Away party for a ... Read More about Fontana Half Marathon–Fastest Half in the US!
You Know You’re A Runner…
You know you’re a runner when you read the back of this van as “Ask for Gus” But picture Gus… Yeah, that happened to me today. I hit my work’s pot luck pretty hard because I have a race tomorrow. You know you’re a runner Monica when you use any excuse to carb load. Someone made pineapple upside ... Read More about You Know You’re A Runner…
Peanut Slaw Recipe
I had the Blogging 101 webinar today at 11am. So, that kept me busy until about 12pm when I remembered – there is a Potluck Meeting at work at 1pm! Great. Totally forgot. I quickly assessed the ingredients I had on hand and decided to make my favorite Asian Peanut Slaw. I think I ALWAYS have the ... Read More about Peanut Slaw Recipe
Marathon Week and Flapjack Friday
So, I ran a half marathon on Monday and I have another half marathon to run tomorrow. I’m not really good at math but by my calculations… 1 half marathon on Monday + 1 half marathon on Saturday = A whole marathon this week! I will take today as another rest day (I rested the day after the race as ... Read More about Marathon Week and Flapjack Friday
Where Ice Cream Comes From
I was dragging big time this afternoon so I drank Amazing Grass on the way to my running group. Note the strategically placed cup covering my pimple. I did more walking than running today. My legs are tired and so is my heart, but that’s a story for another day. Dinner was waiting for me when ... Read More about Where Ice Cream Comes From
Thank You Thursday–Garlic Breath
It’s time for another round of Thank You Thursday 1. Thank you Costco…for offering enough appetizers samples to push back lunch for an hour. And for allowing me to buy so much food in bulk even though there are only 2 people in my household. Fact: None of this will spoil before we get to ... Read More about Thank You Thursday–Garlic Breath
Early Appointments and Kickboxing
Good day! My little ol’ morning post was delayed because I had a 6am and 7am client. Then, I took Kick Boxing. I love working where I can work out I brought along some food for the journey… coffee and pumpkin oatmeal. This is one sleepy faced girl… When I got home from work and KB I made ... Read More about Early Appointments and Kickboxing
Mmmm Sauce and Ice cream
I worked from 4pm to 8:30pm tonight so I made dinner early and had it waiting for me when I got home. Best idea ever This afternoon I made stuffed peppers, leftover roasted broccoli and Mama Pea’s Mmmm Sauce. Yes, it’s amazing. I didn’t have any nutritional yeast and used peanut flour instead. ... Read More about Mmmm Sauce and Ice cream
2011 Resolutions Update
It’s June 1st and time for me to reassess my 2011 Resolutions. For the last few years now I review my resolutions mid-way through the year and either get back on track or realize I am sinking and abandon ship. 1. Run a sub-four hour marathon. Update: Not yet. A big part of my plan to get faster ... Read More about 2011 Resolutions Update
National Running Day
It’s National Running Day! I know what you’re thinking – how do you celebrate National Running Day? RUN. (Wait, was that not obvious?) I did 4 easy / slow miles this morning. This is my Recovery Run after my Half Marathon on Monday. I always take it super easy on the run following a race. When I ... Read More about National Running Day
Triple Tangent Tuesday–Cat Hair
Hello! Today I’m copying Janae from Hungry Runner Girl and doing a tangent post. This might become a new thing because I am random and this is how my brain works. Here is my version of Triple Tangent Tuesday… 1. I am in love with green smoothies. But, 80% of the reason for this is all the toppings ... Read More about Triple Tangent Tuesday–Cat Hair
Cutting a Mango and Blogging 101
Several people have asked me How to Cut a Mango so here’s a quick picture guide. My How to Cut a Watermelon video is my favorite ever though, if this is hard to follow I’ll make a video. Let me know Step 1: Pick the biggest mango at the store since they’re priced individually and not by ... Read More about Cutting a Mango and Blogging 101
Short Week, Long Day
Hello! I had to be at work at 6:30am this morning so I took oatmeal and iced coffee to go. Luckily, working with my new client had me all full of excitement so I wasn’t dragging After my client and a quick stop at TJ’s, I came home to breakfast #2 – an egg burrito. “Put some hot sauce on my ... Read More about Short Week, Long Day