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
I heart baby nanners – they’re precious!
Looks like lots of yummy food today. Hot smoothie oats, eh? Hmmm….
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Just found your blog! Love your photos and eats
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Ashley Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Thanks girlie!!
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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.
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Ashley Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 12:50 pm
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!!
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Hot smoothie oats? That sounds amazing!!
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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…
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Ashley Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
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
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You continue to expand your repoitore and I’m amazed.
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Ashley Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Thanks Dad!!
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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
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Ashley Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 12:48 pm
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 =)
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What a perfect sized banana! Sometimes you only want half of a big banana and that baby would do it!
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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!
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good to know about the tomato paste! i have a little leftover from a quick pizza sauce i made the other night…
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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!
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Ashley Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 12:47 pm
It is funny…I know people have different taste buds…but that LB was just really weird. WAY strong and weird texture…
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taste buds can be different!! OOPS, I just woke up not to long ago
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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!
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While that wrap-y thing does not look visually appealing, the ingredients sound like it was an amazing combo!
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Oh I meant to say, I saw someone in Cheeseman Park wearing VFFs.
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Ashley Reply:
March 13th, 2010 at 6:56 pm
suuuuweeeeeeeet!
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