This morning I woke up dreading my long run. That is a bad sign from the get-go. While training for the Long Beach Marathon I was excited about my long runs. I would plan out my route the night before, make sure my Garmin was charged and look forward to it. I think that is how running should be. ... Read More about She’s Just Not That Into You – Running
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Half a Flat of Strawberries
Ah! I am going to turn into a Strawberry! There is a local farm that has strawberry stands all around Orange County. Luckily (?) there are two within a mile of me so I pass them all the time. I am always disappointed by store bought strawberries, but these are the most amazing red berries you’ll ... Read More about Half a Flat of Strawberries
Fitbloggin Friday and Lunch
I have a fun new series starting today, but first lunch Remember the other day when Vegas barfed on my comforter? Well, I cleaned it up as much as I could and have been using a back-up one. But, the back up comforter is way too warm so I knew I had to wash the barf one asap. Today I finally ... Read More about Fitbloggin Friday and Lunch
Two Different Eggs
Happy Friday!!! I started my little day with an easy 4 miler. I am planning a long run tomorrow, but ended up taking a rest day yesterday so I was itching to do something! Then, I came home hungry! I made a quick and dirty egg sandwich with an apple on the side. With iced coffee. This is ... Read More about Two Different Eggs
Confession Thursday: Loopholes
Confession Thursday – Loopholes! Confession #1: It’s 3pm on St. Patrick’s Day and the only green I’m wearing so far is the same rubberband I had on since yesterday. (Read: I still haven’t showered.) Confession #2: I got this new environmentally friendly cat litter so I could be all “green” and ... Read More about Confession Thursday: Loopholes
Quick Pancakes
I always think of pancakes as a weekend breakfast food. But this morning I woke up with a raging pancake craving. So, a quick pancake recipe was in order. I threw 1/2c egg whites, 1/3c oat bran, salt, baking soda & powder, pumpkin pie spice on top of a few tablespoons of pumpkin that was ... Read More about Quick Pancakes
White Bean Dip that’s really Green Bean Dip
Hellllloooo Bagels! That’s what I shouted when I opened up a package of Bagel Thins that arrived today. I immediately knew what my afternoon snack was all about. I spotted the new Cinnamon Raisin Bagel Thins at the store already, but resisted getting them because they’re not whole wheat. Well, I ... Read More about White Bean Dip that’s really Green Bean Dip
Refried Bean Pasta Lunch
I ended up doing 8 miles and walking 1 to cool down. It is warm today and I should have brought water or Gatorade. It was rough. But, totally my fault for waiting so long and not fueling enough. On my cool down walk I dreamt up lunch. First and foremost I wanted to finish off the guacamole before ... Read More about Refried Bean Pasta Lunch
My Newest Race Shirt
This morning I am wearing my race shirt from the Black Cat 10 miler I did the week before last. I have joked that I love technical race tees because it saves me money on running gear! I know some girls don’t wear their race tees because they can be sloppy on petite people, but I guess that’s a perk ... Read More about My Newest Race Shirt
Brown Rice Cereal is not Sprinkles
I don’t know if it’s the warm weather or what, but I have been craving cold cereal lately. This afternoon I had a bowl of crispy rice cereal with almond milk and chia seeds. Hit the spot. I also had a piece of the Sweet Potato Samosa Casserole from yesterday. No pic as I ate it right out of the ... Read More about Brown Rice Cereal is not Sprinkles
Travel Tuesday
I’ve mentioned this before but, Ben and I don’t exchange presents. Since the day we met we’ve talked about all the places we want to travel, so we go on trips instead of gifts. Seriously I think the only legit present he’s ever gotten me was my engagement ring! (I’m glad he made an exception to the ... Read More about Travel Tuesday
Jillian Michaels and Scraping my Jar
I was about to go for an easy run, but remembered I am meeting up with my group tonight for an easy 4 miles. Even easy 2-a-days hurt my knee so, I did Jillian’s 6 Week Six Pack instead. I’ve been neglecting Jillian Michaels lately and need to get back on board asap! I have noticed that my abs are ... Read More about Jillian Michaels and Scraping my Jar
Meatless Monday Recipe: Sweet Potato Samosa Casserole
Hello and welcome back to Meatless Monday! This week’s version is Indian instead of Mexican. I really want to insert an equal opportunity joke here, but I am resisting. Let’s just say I’m down with the brown – all of them I love Samosas, but am not in the business of making spending hours making ... Read More about Meatless Monday Recipe: Sweet Potato Samosa Casserole
Trader Joe’s Blarney Scone
I had to pick up a few ingredients for an exciting dinner recipe and stopped by Trader Joe’s this morning. This “Blarney Scone” caught my eye. It is actually not a scone, it’s Irish Soda bread with a fun name Last year at this time I was living in Maryland and tried Irish Soda bread ... Read More about Trader Joe’s Blarney Scone
Protein Mug Cake and Mini-Goal Monday
When I spotted the Mug Cake this weekend at the expo I was reminded of the blog phenomenon – Protein Cake in a Mug! This was all the rage a while back and I knew I had to make one asap! I’ve seen a lot of different versions of the Protein Cake (or protein puff) recipe, this is mine. In a ... Read More about Protein Mug Cake and Mini-Goal Monday
Food Is Not Your Enemy
Hello! I took the day off of blogging so I could catch up on cleaning and visiting family. Overall it was a really good day This morning Ben and I opted for egg sandwiches instead of pancakes. Pancake Sunday is a big part of our routine it was weird to eat something else! I ate the rest of ... Read More about Food Is Not Your Enemy