go.go.gadget.
March 10, 2010 I was a bizzy person today! I wrote another article, which took a big chunk of my morning/afternoon. It was definitely a challenge to write this one because it was all factual and no opinion. I’ll let you know when it’s up :) I did a lot of cleaning and ran a few errands. You know, the usual, but a bit more hectic today.
My cold smoothie + hot oats were combined into something new today.
Hmm…I don’t think you can tell…but this banana was baby-sized. It twas’ adorable, tehee.
Smoothie: 1/2c coconut kefir + 10 strawberries + 6 cherries + baby banana –> blend until creamy + smooth
Oats: 1/3c oats + 1c liquid + 1/2T chia + 1/2t cinnamon + vanilla splash
I cooked the oats and then added the smoothie into the pan and cooked for another 2min. So I guess you could call it Hot Smoothie Oats?? I should have not used as much liquid when cooking the oats, so they could absorb a little of the smoothie liquid. However, this bowl was delicious! I’m not sure if I like this or yesterday’s version better.
I don’t like purple clothing but I do like purple FOOD.
Topped with 2T of Bob’s Red Mill [BRM] apple/blueberry granola and unsweetened coconut. Aaaand obviously a kiss of pnut butter [1T].
After breakfast is when things got a little “go go go.” I had a snack, which I can’t recall…but didn’t want to get up for lunch until I was done writing my article. That was at 2pm. Eeeek..starving! I had an egg-erific lunch with a melty cheese apple.
Then I went for another dip in the pool! Today was more intense because the pool was packed, so I tried to keep moving! I’m tired. Details on that.
After my swim I had to hit up Whole Foods for a few things. I was STARving so I grabbed 2 new LB flavors because I had a good coupon. I tried the “tropical fruit” as SOON as I got in the car. I took a big bite. BLEGH!!! Thee worst LB yet. It was dry + crumbly almost and had an INtense pineapple flavor. I’m sure it’s real pineapple but it tastes fake/overpowering. There was also a weird flavor as you kept chewing. I ate half the bar and don’t know if I can down the rest. Anyone try this flavor yet? Thoughts? The other one I got was lemon. We’ll see.
I know this does not look appetizing but just trust that it was.
- Ezeikal sprouted tortilla
- pasta sauce
- sauteed portobella + peppers + garlic
- tomato paste [with a little water] spread on top
- fresh mozzarella
I am loving finding fun ways to use up tomato paste. It was EXcellent on this!
Romaine + peppers + broccoli + 1/2 avocado + 30sec homemade balsamic dressing
The only way to eat this was to fold it in half like a taco and never look back. It was REALLY tasty. I did however end up with sauce dripping down my hand and into my shirt sleeve. Awesome. I didn’t make a mess while making dinner but I made a HUGE mess while eating dinner. I was FAMISHED from the swim. And speaking of food, I need more of it.
Night bloggies! Maybe you’ll see me tomorrow afternoon? Perhaps!
~Ashley
ooooohhh yeah…the VFF [vibram 5 fingers] photo page has been updated with reader submissions..check it out…it makes me excited, hehe :)
Reader Comments (22)
I heart baby nanners - they're precious! ;-)
Looks like lots of yummy food today. Hot smoothie oats, eh? Hmmm....
Just found your blog! Love your photos and eats :)
i just ordered my sprints yesterday!! i am super excited for them to arrive. hope i got the right size ;-) (after i ordered them i tried on the same size of KSOs in a store, and they were a tad big, and since you are supposed to use 1 size down in KSO, hopefully i made the right decision) can't wait.
Hot smoothie oats? That sounds amazing!!
I hated that LB too. The only ones I truly like are the cherry pie, coconut, and PB&J. The rest I could live without.
Can we chat photos soon? I think i need help...
You continue to expand your repoitore and I'm amazed.
Hey Ashley! Love purple food:)
I saw on your Faq page that you also use a tamron lens. I have a rebel Xti with a fixed 50mm lens that i use most of the time. I also have a 250 telephoto lens...but i am looking at getting a wide angle lens...do all tamron lenses work with canons? Sorry to bug...just wondering what you know!
Have a great day!
Jillian
What a perfect sized banana! Sometimes you only want half of a big banana and that baby would do it!
That taco pizza looks great! In fact, anything i've seen with Ezekiel looks really good and I've been meaning to try those products but it always ends up that I have too many bread-type things around and not enough protein and veggies to put in them!
good to know about the tomato paste! i have a little leftover from a quick pizza sauce i made the other night...
The tropical fruit tart LB is probably one of my favorites! It is funny how each persons taste buds can be. I also think the lemon flavor you picked up is really good too, but to each their own!
taste buds can be different!! OOPS, I just woke up not to long ago ;)
It is funny...I know people have different taste buds...but that LB was just really weird. WAY strong and weird texture...
Hi there. We have a sigma 10-22mm f4-5.6 ultra wide angle. I'm not sure if all tamron lenses are good. This sigma is about 1/2 the cost of the canon version and gets great reviews on amazon. Check it out! I'm not too good with this lens yet =)
Thanks Dad!!
Like spit it out DISgusting!!!!!!!! I don't like the cherry pie..a little too strong/tart but nowhere near as bad as the tropical fruit. Surely...what do you want to know? You may be disappointed that I know less than you think...lol
Oooh...I'm so excited for you. I do remember the KSO's and sprints fitting differently in the store. Good luck..take photos and let me know!!
Thanks girlie!!
I came across your blog as a Google Reader suggestion and I love it! I'm training for my first half marathon right now and my path to the half mary sounds awfully similar to yours! Gives me some hope!
While that wrap-y thing does not look visually appealing, the ingredients sound like it was an amazing combo!
Oh I meant to say, I saw someone in Cheeseman Park wearing VFFs.
suuuuweeeeeeeet!