Hello and happy Monday! I started my day with a 7 mile run. Goal: Next time I do this route I’m going to do it under an hour! I used the last of my Pineapple Cottage Cheese as the base of breakfast.Oddly, it says there are 4 servings in this container. My math must be off because this is only #2 ... Read More about The Smallest Mexican
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Happy Feaster!
This afternoon Ben and I headed to my mom’s for Easter Feaster. This is me and my little mom I was in charge of the beans. Well, my mom cooked them, but I “re-fried” them. Our Easter Feaster was shish-kabobs, rice, beans, tortillas, macaroni salad and salad with strawberries, almonds and ... Read More about Happy Feaster!
Happy Easter Then and Now
Happy Easter! Ben and I planned on going to church this morning so I did some quick ab work and a short walk before getting ready. I’m hoping to walk the dogs with my mom after lunch too We went with the traditional Easter breakfast of Oat brancakes. Well, it is Pancake (Easter) Sunday! I roughly ... Read More about Happy Easter Then and Now
Veggie Burger Fajitas
I often get asked how much money I spend on groceries. Sadly, it’s more than I should and I don’t even want to say. But, I also dominate “Manager’s Specials”! Yesterday I got 3 different packages of veggies super cheap. For lunch I cooked up the fajita mix in a pan with Lawry’s until soft. Then, ... Read More about Veggie Burger Fajitas
Saturday Breakfast Sandwich
Hello! I headed to the beach for my group’s run this morning. I wasn’t hungry, but did bring along a jug of iced coffee. Doesn’t everyone love big jugs? It’s a drive to the beach we run at, but totally worth it. The beach is gorgeous and the weather was perfect - Cool and crisp The group ... Read More about Saturday Breakfast Sandwich
Keeping Sweets In The House
This afternoon I headed to my mom’s to visit and have my brother look at my “Check Engine” light. P.S. Can someone please say a few prayers for me – everything seems to be breaking around here? As soon as I got there my mom left to do some shopping on the Easter Bunny’s behalf . Matt was on the ... Read More about Keeping Sweets In The House
How To Make an Easter Bunny Cake
Even though I got a late start and the heat was shining down on me, I had a good run! I drove to my favorite old route and did 10 miles. The only minor setback was that I dropped my water bottle during a bathroom pit stop and the top broke. Luckily, I was running a loop and dropped it off at my ... Read More about How To Make an Easter Bunny Cake
Fitbloggin Friday–Breakfast!
Morning Is everyone else happy it’s Friday?! Since I was out of town Monday and Tuesday I have a lot of blog/writing stuff to do before the weekend (sorry if I neglected your emails – I’m on it!). But, before getting to work I have to get in a 10 miler! Since I am now coaching a recreational ... Read More about Fitbloggin Friday–Breakfast!
Recycle Your Running Shoes
Earth Day is April 22nd! Are you going to hug a tree? www.nataliedee.com If you are afraid of getting bitten by a squirrel, forget the tree embrace and Recycle Your Running Shoes! Most athletic shoes can be recycled – not just donated. If you run (or walk) your shoes into the ground they ... Read More about Recycle Your Running Shoes
The Pink Bathroom Sink
When Ben and I bought our teeny tiny condo we were in a rush. It was right before our wedding and we were also planning our cross country move. Crazy times. We hunted around some and ended up being sold on a Pink condo. No, the outside wasn’t pink, but EVERYTHING else was. I am not lying when I say ... Read More about The Pink Bathroom Sink
Confession Thursday–1am Pizza
I was going to skip Confession Thursday this week because I didn’t really have anything to confess. Well, I didn’t until Ben woke me up last night to “talk” … Confession #1. We stayed up late talking and ended up eating frozen pizza at 1am. Sometimes talking requires fuel But, I’m totally mad at ... Read More about Confession Thursday–1am Pizza
Christmas Tea in April
Early afternoon my belly was calling for a big snack. I decided to go the smoothie route because I could add more and more cereal until I felt like an umpa-loompa. Do they totally creep anyone else out? I don’t know if I’ve seen the original Willy Wonka, but I will have nightmares from this pic ... Read More about Christmas Tea in April
Broccoli Slaw and Bikinis
I was on a mission to make Broccoli Slaw Stir-fry for lunch today. I made a special trip to TJ’s to get the slaw and mushrooms from TJ’s mid-morning. It’s so easy! I just cook up everything, season with PB sauce and then add eggs for protein and happiness. Topped with extra cashews, my fave ... Read More about Broccoli Slaw and Bikinis
New Disneyland Half Marathon
I got an email from runDisney announcing their new race yesterday. They’ve been leaving clues on their Facebook page to get people to guess what it was. The clues were impossible, but I just knew it was another DisneyLAND race because there is only 1 right now and it sells out super fast. Yep, I ... Read More about New Disneyland Half Marathon
Leaving Las Vegas
Speaking of Leaving Las Vegas – have you seen that movie? Ben and I caught it recently. Talk about downer. We reluctantly left Las Vegas this morning. I snuck out of bed a bit early to crank out 3 miles on the treadmill. My ankle has been super super tight lately. Thoughts?? We stayed at the ... Read More about Leaving Las Vegas
Zeffirino Italian in Las Vegas
Last night we ate at Zeffirino in the Venetian. It’s located in the Grand Canal shops INSIDE the casino, so the ceiling always makes it look like it’s day time. This picture was taken inside at 7:30pm. Isn’t that fun? Well, fun and confusing when you go outside We had dinner companions so ... Read More about Zeffirino Italian in Las Vegas