Sorry peeps, I don’t have a fancy new French Toast recipe for you today. I hope that last weeks French Toast Cups can hold you over until I think one up. Today’s FT was “regular style”. But even “regular” French Toast is AMAZING! So I’m happy Topped with PB, sf syrup and bananas. This meal is for ... Read More about French Toast Friday– Funniest Person You Know
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Ask a Monican Part 6
Fact: A sweet potato is the highlight of any meal that it’s a part of. I don’t care if you make turkey burgers on the Foreman and top them with grilled onions… The sweet potato fries are king queen! But, call the Wambulance because now my stomach hurts from all this good food I guess there ... Read More about Ask a Monican Part 6
Chip Crumbs
I don’t like chip crumbs. I always try to pick out the intact chips from the bag. This means I am often left with a bag full of chip crumbs and nothing to do with them. Okay, that’s not true. I make Chili Killers with them! Chili Killers or Chilaquilles = eggs cooked with tortillas or ... Read More about Chip Crumbs
Run for the Shirt
Some people say they run for the T-shirt. I never thought I was one of those people until I realized that I LOVE race tech Tees. Not because they are particularly cute. Nor because they fit correctly (I keep forgetting when they ask for “size” on race registration it’s unisex!). At least my elbows ... Read More about Run for the Shirt
Wacky Wednesday Accident Edition
Today was too gorgeous to be true. I went to yoga and came out feeling like a million bucks – apparently the weather felt just as good because it was amazing out!!! Post yoga I got a refreshing tea beverage from Cha for Tea. I love this place, but their prices are a little steep (haha “steep” get ... Read More about Wacky Wednesday Accident Edition
I Wish for a Waffle Wednesday
Happy Wednesday! How are you feeling today? I felt good, but made myself NOT run because my knee felt a little sore after yesterday’s 3 miler. Instead I did Jillian’s 6 Week Six Pack and I’m going to YOGA! Finally. I’ve been avoiding it, but it’s one of my Mini-Goals for the week and I’m going ... Read More about I Wish for a Waffle Wednesday
Easing Into It
As you may have noticed I have not been eating true Body For Life style. With BFL you are supposed to aim for ratios of 40 :40 protein to carbs and my meals have been carb heavy and included things like dark chocolate. God Bless it (even though BFL doesn’t.) For a second and a half I felt bad about ... Read More about Easing Into It
Egg Salad And Cleaning As Exercise
There was some good that came out of my crazy shopping rampage yesterday – this egg salad that I picked up from Trader Joes. It’s definitely one of my favorites! I piled it in a sandwich and paired it with cucs, carrots and a sliced apple. So much crunch packed in one plate! I also snagged some ... Read More about Egg Salad And Cleaning As Exercise
Ben Does C25K
Ben has been talking about taking up running for a while. Then, when we were talking about our New Year’s Resolutions he said he wanted to run a marathon this year (!). I suggested we start with a 5K and take it from there. So, today is Ben’s first day of the Couch to 5K program! I’m going to be ... Read More about Ben Does C25K
Meatless Monday– Winging it Lasagna
I am usually super hungry the day AFTER a long run and today was no different. Only an hour after breakfast my stomach was growling. I decided to have some healthy fats and protein in the form of a Larabar (from the expo) and a Babybel cheese. I don’t think I have tried these Babybels before, and I ... Read More about Meatless Monday– Winging it Lasagna
Made It and Mini Goal Monday!
We made it! After a long drive home… a few pit stops, crossing a state line and a beautiful pink sunset we finally were back in Orange County! It was late and even though the road trip snacks made up the bulk of my dinner, I made a big smoothie in a bowl with granola and PB for dessert. ... Read More about Made It and Mini Goal Monday!
Rock N’ Roll Phoenix Half Marathon Recap
I did it! I PR’d in the half marathon– but let’s start from the beginning… First thing you do on half marathon morning is go the restroom. The second thing is put on sunblock. I put it on before I put my shirt on so I don’t miss the spots around my neck. Don’t let these Mexican genes fool you – I ... Read More about Rock N’ Roll Phoenix Half Marathon Recap
Carb Loading and a Close Call
I randomly found a baggie full of blubes in my bag today. For a second I was worried that they were too smooshed to eat. Oh no! It was a close call, but they were okay and I ate them. I also ate the last of the cherries we picked up last night on the way to Arizona. I asked Ben how many cherries ... Read More about Carb Loading and a Close Call
Get Me To The Greek Food
Today is gorgeous! It’s all Sunshine and Lollipops Greek food here <3 Tina and Mal (aka Mr. Carrots N Cake) are running the race tomorrow too so we decided a meet up for lunch was in order They’re doing the FULL marathon, so we tried to keep it local and avoid walking too much. We ... Read More about Get Me To The Greek Food
More Rock N’ Roll
Hello from Arizona! Ben and I slept in a bit this morning – we’re on vacation Then, we had some very important things to accomplish today – the most important of which was BREAKFAST. Ben wanted a sit down place so we looked up a 5 star rated breakfast spot – First Watch. I’ve seen this ... Read More about More Rock N’ Roll
The Best
The best road trip snacks are crunchy and salty – like Pirate’s Booty and cucumbers. I brought a lot of food because I have been hungry all day! We passed through Palm Springs and just missed my BEST friend who was getting off work, but couldn’t meet up. The best thing I learned today was how ... Read More about The Best