monday musings.

monday musings.

9.10.2012

1. I literally cannot resist Lululemon items when they go on sale. Even if it’s like $4 off…I just convince myself that I have to have it. This is slowly becoming an issue. I’m not going to be able to afford food.

2. So C is living it up working his butt off in Australia right now…We FaceTime’d this morning and he was just going to bed (it was 10:30pm on Monday night there) and I was just waking up…so weird. It’s like he’s living in the future!

3. Anxiously awaiting his return on Thursday so we can head to MD for his BFFs wedding! #worldtraveler

4. Then after the wedding, there will be a new furry roommate…

5. Holy amazing weather!! This weekend was glorious. I headed out to the lake on Saturday morning at 7am for our weekly Open Water Swim practice. It was 61 degrees! And I actually thought I was freezing. The water in the lake was significantly warmer than the air.

6. However, it was SOOOOO windy! There were actually whitecaps on the lake which made for pretty treacherous swimming and biking. The cooler temps and warm sunshine definitely made up for it though. Definitely felt like the best brick workout yet.

7. WHY is this mascara so amazing? The most adorable make-up artist at the Trish McEvoy counter at Nordstrom convinced me I had to have it. She convinced me I needed this eyeliner (in Arabian Nights) which I’m also now obsessed with as well. She also has the most adorable blog.

8. Oh compression socks/sleeves…why do I love you so?

9. I magically woke up at 7:30am on Sunday. Checked the weather. 59 degrees. I promptly jumped out of bed and had one of the best runs ever. (They’ll be even more fun with our furry friend…)

10. We’re dating.

C, are you going to kill me for posting this?

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monday musings.

monday musings.

9.03.2012

1. I feel like the last week/weekend has been SUCH a whirlwind…

2. We spent Labor Day weekend in Austin. C was at triathlon camp and I spent a lot of time lounging. I even managed to get in a sunburn…and a workout.

3. It is becoming apparent to me that the majority of people on the road have NO idea how to drive. That number multiplies as soon as someone gets on the phone. Oy.

4. While in Austin, we finally made it to Homeslice for some delish pizza despite the crowds. We obviously stopped at Amy’s afterwards.

5. HOLY HOT! It was close to 7000 degrees in Austin. So much for a “cooler” September…

6. SUPER excited about my new DSLR lens (Nikon 55-200mm VR). I’ve tested one out before and loved it so I finally took the plunge and purchased one on eBay. It arrived at work today! Only wish I could have had it in Austin to take pics of Monday’s race!

7. My small group (aka Bible study) is starting a new book this week that I’m actually VERY excited about - Searching for God Knows What by Donald Miller (author of Blue Like Jazz which I have yet to read).

8. I’m also currently crushing on cookbooks. While I love compiling my own filled with recipes I’ve found all over the universe, there is something to be said for an “old-fashioned” cookbook filled with stunning foodtography. What are you favorite cookbooks?

9. One of my favorite bloggers just came out with this book, White Jacket Required, which is half auto-biography, half cookbook. MUST PURCHASE.

10. I may or may not have had a friend ask me if I would go engagement ring shopping with her. I find this to be an incredibly appropriate event. Have you ever done this?

11. Are red jeans still “in”? I’m about to buy some.

12. In the next few weeks, a new (furry) roommate will be moving in…?

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{recipe(s)} happy camper

{recipe(s)} happy camper

8.30.2012

C is headed to Austin right now for a 4 day triathlon training camp! What may sound like work to others actually sounds pretty fun. In between training sessions, there are lectures on nutrition, strategy, equipment, etc. You basically eat, sleep and breathe triathlon for 4 days. And then, to top it with a cherry, they are racing on Monday!

Obviously, I couldn’t send C down to Austin without a sack full of snacks and treats. Here is what I packed for him.

• Overnight Oats
• Bacon and Egg Rice Bars
• Peanut Butter Granola Bars
• {gluten-free} Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Makes 16 bars

These should probably be called {everything-but-the-kitchen-sink-bars} because I basically throw in whatever I have around. But the base ingredients remain the same.

• 1 & 3/4 C Rolled Oats
• 1 C brown rice cereal
• 3/4 C seeds (I used 1/4 C pumpkin seeds, 1/4 C sunflower seeds, 1/4 C chia seeds)
• 1/4 C finely ground flax seed
• 1/3 C raisins(or any dried fruit you like)
• 1/3 C chocolate chips
• 1/2 C brown rice syrup (or honey, or maple syrup)
• 1/3 C creamy peanut butter (preferably not the “all-natural kind”)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Mix all dry ingredients. In a microwave safe bowl, melt peanut butter and syrup until smooth. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon. Pour over dry mix. (If using chocolate chips, freeze them before hand so they do not melt when mixed with warm peanut butter.) Transfer mixture to a foil lined 9x9 pan. Let cool either on counter or fridge. Cut and enjoy!

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monday musings.

monday musings.

8.27.2012

1. I know last week I was shocked that kids were already back in school but now I’m shocked that it’s almost LABOR DAY! Last week to wear your white pants, people! (Well…expect in Texas. Texas is the exception to everything.)

2. I’m just gonna go ahead and say that this was a pretty good weekend.

3. We had a sleepover with our potential new roommate Friday night. How precious is he!



4. Saturday I had volunteer training at the Zoo for my Junior League placement. Come on down to the Wilds of Africa and meet your newest Savanna Ambassador! I got you covered on all the elephant facts you’d want to know!



5. Now that it’s cooling off slightly at night, it’s much more bearable to be outside. C and I took advantage of the good weather and hiked over to Grimaldi’s for pizza (our favorite place in Dallas) and wine. We were wiped after our meal so we managed to hitch a trolley ride back to our place!

6. Sunday we managed to squeeze in a bike ride before brunch with our favorite couples.

7. I spent the rest of the rainy Sunday at the nail salon getting pampered. I rarely get manicures or pedicures because I usually prefer to just do it myself but every now and then, I could use a few hours of relaxation. I found a new place that I love! They REALLY took their time and did an awesome job. It wasn’t outrageously expensive either! Bonus!

8. C is headed to Austin on Thursday for triathlon camp! I’ll meet him down there on Saturday and then watch him race on Monday!

9. I have SO many good recipes I want to post (if only I could take some decent pictures) - make sure you stay tuned!

10. What are you Labor Day plans? How do you make the most of your last few days of summer?

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8.21.2012

Amazing how much better a workout feels when it’s 20 degrees cooler… #couldrunforever

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