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July 2, 2014

Blanket Hoarder

Good Morning!! Who is ready for this 3 day weekend!?

Today isn’t even “hump” day because technically we’re already past our half-way point, yay!

Last night, I went back to my HIIT class and it was another great sweaty workout. Maybe one day I’ll get over my gym shyness and snap a picture of my sweaty glory – have no fear though, I’m quite courageous in my car! I have no doubt that this class will be a weekly staple for me now. There is always an Ab class afterwards, so I stayed for that.

After my workout, I went home and cooked up DINNER, which felt extremely southern…. Meatless Morning Star BBQ ribs & mustard potato salad. I’m honestly loving these BBQ ribs more than the real thing! There is no fat pieces that you run in to and get grossed out by (no bones either!), the BBQ sauce tastes just like it should, and it shreds apart to create the right texture.

Then finished it off with a toffee crunch icecream!

I might have ended up with 2 desserts last night, but when your mom offers you a Berry Shortcake later in the evening….. YOU DO NOT SAY NO! Because it’s delicious, and has fruit, so it’s justified. I made this on my blog last 4th of July!

BLANKET HOARDER

Do you have a blanket hog? Maybe your spouse hogs the blankets at night… or you have a sister that when you sleep with her, she tosses and turns so much that she ends up with all the blankets (honestly, I’m not sure if that’s me or my sisters… I think we go back and forth!)…. well do you have a DOG who hogs the blankets? I believe we have a hoarder in our midst.

Cappie has a pillow pad in my room where he likes to sleep. He typically has his one blanket to ruffle up and get comfy with. Well when I got back from Middle School Camp this past weekend, I had put 2 other blankets on my floor to wash later. Lo and Behold…. he has moved them to his pillow pad and is hoarding them.

First, he brought one of the blankets over…

Clearly, he needed another though….

He’s such a goober! Constantly cracking me up with his pom personality!

This morning for BREAKFAST, I finished off my vegetarian bacon with 2 bacon biscuits! I had a side of cranberry juice to wash it down. It satisfied my hunger and now I’m off to work!

Does your dog hoard blankets?
What’s your favorite Fourth of July treat?
What plans do you have this weekend!?

June 23, 2014

Cards Against Humanity

The Monday work day is officially behind us!

For LUNCH today, I tried Amy’s Broccoli & Cheddar Bowl. It was pretty great! There was more broccoli than I could actually finish, but I got most of it down. The cheddar and pasta were right on though! When it got close to quitting time, I also ate a CLIF bar because I knew I’d be working out after work and needed the extra fuel.

I headed to the gym immediately after work, My WORKOUT consisted of some treadmill walking and then an ab class and tone & scupt class. I’m definitely feeling it in my arms today! I felt like I pushed myself pretty well. Nick and I are working on some challenges right now – mine is to workout for 21 days straight! You know the saying, 21 days makes a habit? Exactly my goal. In fact, I made this “Back in the Habit” workout schedule for my friend Lacy this weekend because she needed something similar. I’m not currently doing this plan, but I wanted to share it with y’all in case you need a schedule to make working out a habit again! Just remember to walk if you need to walk! I know it jumps to 4 miles pretty quick, but that entire 4 miles can be walked if you want – just get moving!

I incorporated some yoga on the last day so you can stretch it out real good!

I got home from the gym and immediately worked on dinner. I made some Morning Star Riblets that turned out delicious with a croissant and a side of apples w/ peanut butter! It may be an odd combination, but it seriously did the trick for me!

I’ve heard people ask why you would eat “fake” meat. If you want to eat something that mimics the real deal, why not just eat the real thing? It makes perfect sense to me though! So let me explain just in case you’re wondering the same thing… Before I was a vegetarian, I would have loved some ribs. The texture and the sauce are a delicious combination. I love the fact that I’m able to enjoy some of my favorite foods without having to create more harm to animals. I don’t judge you for eating the real thing though – it’s all about personal choice.

WEEKEND RE-CAP

That face is what happens when a car alarm goes off right next to you! Don’t they see we’re trying to take a picture here? No need to scare us!

Saturday night, Nick and I had a couples night with our friends Jamey & Ben. They grilled out for us and made Sangria! We also played a game that I’ve been hearing about over & over on blogs, but never had the opportunity to play until now…..

CARDS AGAINST HUMANITY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

In case you’re not familiar, it’s like Apples to Apples, but for adults. It’s a little more R-rated…. but so fun! I definitely had a blast for my first time playing.

Jamey also surprised me with my all-time favorite dessert! One day I’ll get the recipe from her and share it with y’all, but she uses Blackberry for me because we both love it!

It was a great weekend – drinks, friends, card games, and delicious food!

Have you ever played Cards Against Humanity? What were your thoughts?
What do you do when it’s time to get back in the habit of working out?

May 28, 2014

May #bloggerbliss

May has been an incredibly busy, but wonderful month! I haven’t had a chance to blog much lately and I have some changes being made as I type, but I’m excited to be here for Bliss! I love sharing my favorite things from the month and I hope you do too! Link-up below with me and Meg!

I spent a lot of time with these two pups this month! I stayed with Nick’s sister-in-law since for a week this month. These two LOVE some attention. They were helping me apply for a part time job at our local Y. I haven’t purchased a membership to a gym yet because I’d love to just work part-time at one and get a free membership – that’s not looking too good though. Oh well.

Also, Nick’s sister-in-law had her parents in town during the month. They knew I was staying with her for a few days and so while they were all at lunch together, they sent her home with a cookie for me! Truly the way to my heart forever!

It was so delicious! I tried to eat just half of it at work, but that baby was gone before I knew it!

Nick and I went to Florida as a “graduation present” of sorts for him, so we of course went to Disney World!! Per usual, we had a blast! We really wanted to try one of these gigantic cinnamon rolls at Gaston’s Tavern and it did NOT disappoint. Luckily, we’re extremely active at Disney, so we burned those calories right off… maybe?

Speaking of Nick’s graduation, that did in fact happen and I’m so proud of him!! He’ll be continuing on to Grad School now, yay!!!

During the month of May, I also raised $306 for Diabetes and completed my 25 mile bike ride!! Everything about that day was perfect! The ride was perfect, the weather was perfect, everything was perfect! I’m so glad Nick snapped this great picture of my coming in from the race!

I was in Starkville this past weekend and we did some grocery shopping for Nick before I left. He was trying to come up with good breakfast options that require minimal dishes. I remembered this microwave egg cooker that I thought he’d enjoy and we found it at Walmart. He sent me a picture yesterday saying that it worked out really well and he enjoyed his egg sandwich this yesterday morning!

This month has been really great and I had a lot of favorite moments (not as many favorite things). I’m so thankful for the people in my life and joy they bring me!

Let’s see what your favorites were for the month, link-up below!

Blanket Hoarder

Cards Against Humanity

May #bloggerbliss

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