Oh my gosh! I almost forgot I am going to Arizona tonight!! I never take road trips too seriously (read: leave everything to the last minute). I guess that’s because Ben and I used to take off on a moments notice on random trips when we were in love (the term I use for when we were first dating) ... Read More about Off To AZ
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French Toast Cups
Happy Friday! Wait – Happy French Toast Friday! I’ve had this idea for French Toast Cups for a long time and finally remembered this morning. Ricotta Filled French Toast Cups First mix the following in a bowl: 2 eggs or 1/2 cup egg beaters 1 packet of sugar, and a dash of each: cinnamon, ... Read More about French Toast Cups
Three Things Thursday
There are three things that are vital to my life and belly happiness as of late. They are the following: 1. Protein. It’s been tough for me to pump up the protein because I don’t really like meat. Last night when I made spaghetti I put a chopped chicken sausage in it and ate around it! I tend to ... Read More about Three Things Thursday
Take A Leek
I had two leeks that were on their last day in the fridge. Even though I only recently discovered leeks they are my new favorite veggie! I couldn’t let them die in the trash – they deserve a grave in my belly I cooked them up with a veggie mix that was also on it’s way out and some eggs. I ... Read More about Take A Leek
Proatbran
I did it again! I let myself stall my run too long this morning which meant the entire last half of the run all I thought about was breakfast. I was hungry and considered all of the following: Smoothie with PB toast on the side Smoothie in a bowl Egg sandwich Frozen waffles Yogurt ... Read More about Proatbran
What Makes You Happy
I’m in a bummer of a mood tonight, so I’ll spare you a rant on how I feel sorry for myself tonight. You’re welcome. This afternoon I had a snack. It happens every day. One secret to taking spaghetti squash up a notch – after steaming and shredding it, cook it up in a pan with onions and ... Read More about What Makes You Happy
Sweet PB Chickpea Snack
I don’t know why or how or where my love of chickpeas first got started, but I am obsessed with this bean. I used to buy the most massive cans of them from Costco in Maryland, but sadly they do not sell them here Luckily, I don’t have to relegate my chickpea eating time to meals or savory snacks ... Read More about Sweet PB Chickpea Snack
It’s A Waffle Wednesday
Every time I write “Waffle Wednesday” I think it sounds like “Awful Wednesday”, which I find both funny and sad for some reason. I hope it’s not really an awful day for anyone! Last night’s movie gave me a late start this morning and I messed around on the computer for way too long before setting ... Read More about It’s A Waffle Wednesday
Bring the Hood to the Hood To Coast
My afternoon snackage consisted of trail mix (that I forgot to take a picture of), yogurt and cereal. Then, I went to class. Spring semester starts this week! Since it was the first day I got out early and had some time to spare. I went home and changed into workout clothes so I could do ... Read More about Bring the Hood to the Hood To Coast
Spaghetti Squash and Squished Choc Chips
Ben and I have a date this evening! I bought tickets to see Hood To Coast a few days ago. It’s a documentary about the infamous relay race in Oregon. And it’s only showing today! HOOD TO COAST follows four unlikely teams on their epic journey to conquer the world's largest relay race. The film ... Read More about Spaghetti Squash and Squished Choc Chips
My First Zumba
This morning I was supposed to do a strength workout so I was headed to the gym. When I realized there was a Zumba class offered around the same time I knew I had to go. I’ve heard about Zumba for the longest time, but have never had the chance to try it for myself. Even though I was a newbie I ... Read More about My First Zumba
Meatless Monday and Ask a Monican 5
Normally I am fine with beans as my main dish, but since I’m trying to pump up the protein I decided to try something new for dinner. I got these Savory Chick’n Smart Tenders for dinner. Luckily they were on sale, but even then I think they’re pricy! They look like chicken, but the consistency is ... Read More about Meatless Monday and Ask a Monican 5
2011 Mini Goal Monday
Hello! Even though I made big resolutions for 2010, I also broke down my goals into monthly and weekly parts. This made it a lot easier to hold myself accountable and track my progress. Well, I’m at it again Here are my Monday Mini Goals for 1/10/11: 1. Stretch after every work out (even ... Read More about 2011 Mini Goal Monday
Trail Closed
Ben and I took a little walk this morning and came across a collapsed fork in the road. A huge chunk of the street fell through and made it impassable. All the rain the week before last really damaged some roads and trails around Orange County (and other parts of Southern California). Most of ... Read More about Trail Closed
A Kitten, A Burrito and Some Pancakes
Listen, I can’t make all my titles winners. Sorry. My Nina found a cat a few weeks ago. He was corned by her dog in the backyard. And unfortunately, he was starving to death and too weak to run away. She wasn’t sure what to do with him so my mom volunteered to keep him until we found him a home. ... Read More about A Kitten, A Burrito and Some Pancakes
I Somehow Managed
I somehow managed to burn my toast so bad I had to throw out one of the pieces and make a new one. I ate the less burnt guy though. I like burnt toast, but this was like charcoal. I somehow managed to run 16 miles today. It was not easy. I can’t even remember the last time I ran anything over ... Read More about I Somehow Managed