I am participating in Vegan for a Day, part of Vegan Week hosted by Katy and Michelle. I don't eat meat, but do eat dairy, fish and eggs. (I usually refer to myself as a pescatarian.) But, I knew one vegan day would not be hard for me. I actually had a day recently that was completely vegan "by ... Read More about Vegan for a Day
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Chickpea Fail
I roasted a bunch of chickpeas into oblivion today. But, I did still snack on a bunch of them (even in their charred state) as I was cooking dinner so I wasn't hungry when dinner actually rolled around. For din-din I made Spinach & Feta dip with Oikos yogurt... Ingredients: 1 small ... Read More about Chickpea Fail
Eggnog Pie
This is the recipe I created for Tina's Eggland's Best Holiday Recipe Contest! Enjoy :) Eggnog Pie Ingredients: 3 Eggland's Best eggs 1 pkg. vanilla pudding mix 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1 1/2c eggnog 1 Tb. ww flour prepared pie crust Directions: Preheat ... Read More about Eggnog Pie
My Little Cottage
I don't know what happened but I hadn't eaten cottage cheese in months and then recently "rediscovered" it and now want to eat it for breakfast everyday! I'm going to switch it up tomorrow since I'm doing vegan Thursday tomorrow as part of Vegan Week. Yes, I know it's supposed to be a whole week, ... Read More about My Little Cottage
Walk in the Dark
I took an afternoon walk today at 5pm. It was dark. That makes me sad :( But, this new granola cereal makes me happy :) A little too happy actually. Note to self: Granola should not be eaten by the handful out of a box like it's air or out of a cereal bowl like it's Rice Krispies. It's ... Read More about Walk in the Dark
Everything in Moderation – Including Moderation
The big buzz around town right now is - "What's your plan for Thanksgiving?". Many are talking about their plan to "stay on track" and avoid over-doing it on Turkey Day. But, not me. Nope. When R.E.R. does Thanksgiving she does it right. I truly believe in finding a way to enjoy all the foods you ... Read More about Everything in Moderation – Including Moderation
Review: Food and Loathing
I read "Food and Loathing" a few years back, but decided to take it on the road trip this weekend to read it again. The last time I read it I was in therapy for disordered eating (B.E.D. mostly) and I was in a very bad place with it. I don't know if it affected me as much the first time I read it, ... Read More about Review: Food and Loathing
Full Time Blogger
I have an announcement to make - I am now I full time blogger! (I am obviously trying to look on the bright side of things.)Â I am definitely bummed about my job (or lack thereof), but I am moving forward and not going to dwell on it. In addition to blogging I will be writing for some other sites ... Read More about Full Time Blogger
Back on Track
After a week while of indulging I am very frustrated with myself. I am constantly eating things I shouldn't be -- not because they are "Forbidden Foods" (I have released all foods to be allowed) but because I am eating because I'm tired, lonely, bored or out of habit. I really want to get back on ... Read More about Back on Track
Portable Restroom
Sunday morning we woke up and took a walk around Emily & Mark's neighborhood in Portland, CT. It was so nice to get out and walk around after being in the car for so long yesterday. Before we went on the walk I ate Kashi with a banana and milk. I always bring cereal with me on road trips - ... Read More about Portable Restroom
Monica Does Connecticut
Have you noticed how I love writing suggestive titles? ‘Cause I do… My Saturday started with a 9 mile run. I changed my long run this week so we could get a early start to CT. So, I ended up doing 9 miles yesterday and 9 miles today. It is completely NOT the same as an 18 miler. But, next week ... Read More about Monica Does Connecticut
Lunch at Costco and Trail Mix
Today's lunch consisted of Costco samples and (a lot of) trail mix. After school stuff I went to Anne's House of Nuts and Costco. Seriously, if you live near Jessup, MD you have to go the Anne's outlet. I got a HUGE bag of deelish trail mix for $3.00! I came out with two bags of nuts and dried ... Read More about Lunch at Costco and Trail Mix
Running Lesson #1 : Hydrate!
I know better than this. I am better than this, but today I was totally dehydrated on my run. At first I felt like I was hungry, then I realized I was THIRSTY. Super thirsty. Like, I want to high jack someone's garden hose thirsty. I ended up cutting my run short and doing 9 miles with walk ... Read More about Running Lesson #1 : Hydrate!
Soup, salad and bread thins
Soup, salad and bread thins - this title is inspired by Olive Garden's "soup, salad and bread sticks" deal - but better. It's better because I made my fave tomato and red pepper soup! I almost burned the house down! I spilled my sandwich thin upside down in the oven and all the cheese spilled ... Read More about Soup, salad and bread thins
Lovely Lunch Date
I had a lovely lunch date today with Ben. He was attending a conference down the street from my work and met me for lunch at a local Thai restaurant. I love this place because of all the parasols that hang from the ceiling. I post a pic of it every time I come here :) This is me wearing the scarf ... Read More about Lovely Lunch Date
Escamocha
This rainy weather made me very happy to stay inside this morning. It is a rest day so I did some 30 Day Shred with Jillian and called it a workout :) I was super rushed this morning because I overslept but I did have time to make a beautiful breakfast inspired by my old escamocha shop in CA. I ... Read More about Escamocha