July 2010

Today we had some interesting debate/observations in the comments section about being an “ethical eater,” what exactly the requirements are, and who can call themselves one.  I think this is a really great topic for friendly discussion and am writing a post on the subject for tomorrow.  I hope it clears up some confusion about [...]

Strange ingredients; wonderful taste. I wasn’t sure the edamame hummus, sunflower seeds, baked tofu, and arugula combo would work in a wrap, but it was great! Plus, a banana.  I like the new stickers on bananas; they’re quite fun! Andddd… I’m off!  Sorry for the shortie post.  :)  We are running errands today (and hopefully [...]

Extremely proud of myself for getting up and doing No More Trouble Zones! I haven’t been doing the DVD as much as I’d like because of the move and our trip to Pennsylvania (I forgot to pack the DVD and weights – durr).  I finally realized that if I want to do the DVD, I [...]

Have you heard of Trader Joe’s? Trader Joe's describes itself as "your neighborhood grocery store" or "your unique grocery store".  Many of the company's products are environmentally friendly.  Trader Joe's maintains low prices by having smaller and plainer stores, using plainer packaging, and carrying a smaller variety of products and getting more turnaround on products [...]

One more car trip.  I am TOTALLY over this.  Trying to keep a smile on my face, though! Maggie is over it, too. We’re 20 miles outside of Charlotte, and I’m really looking forward to being home.  I’ve got grand plans to work, run, do No More Trouble Zones, write a freelance article, and lay [...]

Today’s breakfast featured a better egg sandwich.  Not the greasy, gooey kind (which definitely have a place in my heart) – this sandwich was light and fresh.  And so flavorful! In my sammie:   1 fried egg 2 tablespoons Athenos plain feta Broccoli sprouts Smear of Dijon mustard Sprinkle of garlic powder   All on [...]

Good evening!  I hope all my fellow Americans had a wonderful Fourth of July!  :)   We spent the day driving 550 miles from Altoona, Pennsylvania to my mom’s house in Tennessee to pick up the dogs.  We actually planned to stay in PA for two full weeks and attend another wedding next weekend, but [...]

Yesterday was such a great day – I have tons of fun wedding details to share with you (because who doesn’t just love a great wedding?!). Our day started off really early – 7:15 AM!  Because it was a Catholic ceremony, we had to be at the church at 11:00 AM and needed lots of [...]

My very best friend is getting married to a wonderful man tomorrow! :) Today was the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner for Sarah and TK’s wedding.  They are having a Catholic ceremony so we all went to the church to practice this afternoon.   The happy couple: (Yes, she is really short – 5 foot 1 [...]

A beautiful summer day in Altoona, Pennsylvania! So far, I’ve been engaged in bridesmaid-ish activities such as distracting the bride, getting a manicure and pedicure, discussing hair style options, and grabbing a group lunch.  Good times.  :)   I haven’t gotten a pedicure since… December 31, 2008 (three days before my own wedding).  I know, [...]

What have you done to improve your health today? I squeezed in a great hotel gym workout!  I am disappointed to report I left my knee sleeves at home, which means I couldn’t go on a pre-wedding 5K run with my friends.  However, I COULD make use of the hotel gym! I did 30-minutes of [...]

It was one long drive from Tennessee to Pennsylvania, but we made it! Self-timer fail.  :) When your car includes a vegan (Husband) and a vegetarian (me), car trips are really hard if you don’t plan ahead and pack healthy meals to eat on the way.  I take that back – it’s hard for ANYONE [...]

Morning!  Happy July 1 – do you like my red, white, and blue breakfast?  :) I had a dippy egg with a whole wheat English muffin: Plus, watermelon topped with pecans. A lighter breakfast because I’m looking at 8 hours stuck in a car and am sure I’m going to snack out of boredom.   [...]