To say that I was hungry all day long is an understatement. I think it had to do with 2 things. Swimming yesterday was one, and you can probably guess the other 
I should have known not to try something different for breakfast. It kept me pretty full but not like my oats!
These are the tortillas I made my tortilla pizza with last night. SO good. Well, They’re not at all like a fluffy flour tortilla. They are heartier and a little tough. I like the texture + flavor, but straight out of the fridge I’m not sure I would like them as much. We’ll see! I have toasted them each time with the ingredients piled on.
This was a GREAT breakfast in theory. It had a decent amount of calories in comparison to my oats. Like I have said before, I don’t count calories, but in comparing how full it kept me I’m taking the calorie count into consideration.
Typical bowl of oats = ~400-450
Large orange + tortilla with pnut butter, almond butter, 1 small banana, chia seeds, cinnamon and Heather’s jam = ~400-450
This was DEElicious. Lately I have been craving oranges. I toasted this tortilla with all of the ingredients and you know I LOVE melty pnut butter and warm bananas are delicious too. Anywho…
They also have about the same fat/protein content. What I realize is that although I’m hungry about 2-3hrs after a huge bowl of oats, I think in some way it still keeps me fuller, longer. I feel like I don’t need as much at my next meal to be full again. Does this make sense? When I eat breakfasts not containing oats, I feel like I consume more throughout the day.
However, I should test this more accurately on a day when my hunger isn’t as CRAZED.
Ooooooh!!! Good news that I can share!! Chris has a full time job!!! We are more than excited. 
Thanks for all of your thoughts + kind words during this stressful waiting game. Now, hopefully something will come my way at some point soon!
I bought these bagels yesterday because they have 19 grams of protein and 13g of fiber and I just couldn’t believe it. Also, the ingredient list was something that sounded like it could be homemade. The protein + fiber was not added fiber…like you see infused in yogurt + cereal, etc. It was from REAL ingredients. So I sent one off for with the huz on his way to WORK [hehehe]. He was my guinea pig for these. I toasted it and topped with PB. When he got home he said it was “okay but a little dry.” I asked if he would want another and he said “probably not.” He did however confirm that he would try it as a pizza bagel I’ll let you know when I try them out!
MUNCH CRUNCH LUNCH: romaine + pepper + avocado + fresh mozz + brocc + homemade balsamic
The rest of lunch: Leftover Millet Stuffed Pepper + black eyed peas mixed with tomato paste + water
Tried this little bar because I had a good coupon. I had about 1/4 of it. [also had more choco covere pom seeds] The fruits were definitely noticeable. I liked it but wouldn’t buy again.
Then…more eating happened…2eggs + slice of toast…few other things….HUN-GUH-Reeeeeeee
When Chris got home from WORK we headed to climb on fake rocks at the gym. Definitely a good time. It’s really satisfying when you see yourself improve each time you go, and it’s SO much fun to do together.
Peeeeeeeeeetzaaaaaaaaaah I got the fresh whole grain dough from WF, per usual. I have made pizza dough a lot in the past, but just haven’t messed with it in CO yet. I’m a little nervous the altitude will mess it up.
My side: yellow peppers : roasted garlic : mozz : pepperjack
Chris’s side: bacon : jalapenos : yellow pepper : mozz : pepperjack
There may have been a stray bite or 2 of bacon on my side as well
With a PILE of steamed broccoli. MMMmmm
I’m really tired + so is my body. GOODnight!!
My parents wanted to say THANK YOU for all of their comments about their 35th anniversary. They were so excited about them
~Ashley
WHOOO HOOOOO!!!! Congrats to you and Chris on his new job! So excited for you.
What are your plans to celebrate?
Also, I haven’t had any problems with my standard pizza dough recipe (perfected by my mom in Ohio–so it’s all white flour, but delicious). I haven’t changed it at all for altitude out here and it bakes up like a gem every time. However, this Whole Foods crust looks like something I need to try-so seedy and delicious looking!
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:36 am
Thaaanks…we actually celebrated last week. We’ve known for about a week but were waiting on 1 thing before fully celebrating + announcing to the blog world. We tried out Izakaya Den for sushi. mmmm We hadn’t been out to a nicer dinner in forever! That’s good to know about your pizza dough…I’ll definitely be making some sort of dough for homemade week next week!
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Oh the bacon…
So happy to hear about Chris’ job! Awesome news!!!!
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:36 am
Funny…I actually didn’t like the few bites of bacon I had…totally INsane!!
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AWESOME about Chris’ job! WAHOO! Just wanted to thank you for your help… did you SEE the photo i posted last night?! You’re my hero!
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:36 am
Welcome..yes saw it…awesome!!!
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hurray! i was just about to ask you about that today
i’m so excited for you guys…i bet his job is a huge relief 
what a great way to celebrate Friday!
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:37 am
Thaaaaaaanks!!! Very exciting
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Congrats to your hubby on getting a job!! Very exciting!
Where did you get those bagels? I’d love to try them!!!
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:37 am
Whole foods, freezer section with all of the frozen vegan/gluten free type breads
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It’s really funny that you mentioned how you feel like oats fill you up in the morning that way, I was having the same conversation with my boyfriend a couple of weeks ago, I know exactly what you mean. I’ve noticed a huge difference in the sheer volume of food I eat in a day when I start out with oats in the morning, the rest of the day I seem to be satisfied with smaller meals and snacks
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:37 am
I’m glad someone knows what I was talking about, hehehe
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awesome news about Chris!
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Just found your site and wanted to share my love for tortilla pizzas too! I have to admit that I make this at least 2-3 times a week for dinner.
Not sure if you ever tried La Tortilla Factory Low Carb/High Fiber Tortillas. They are only 80cals per tortilla and taste great!
They are a great size for pizza although we use the wraps for all of my meals too – breakfast (egg burritos), lunch (all types of wraps such as turkey, veggie..etc) and dinner although they can be also used for snacks (you just have to get creative).
If you are interested, we list one of my favorite recipes (Italian Veggie Pizza) on our site.
Hope you like the recipe! Thanks for great post and forward to reading more!
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:38 am
It is a delicious + easy dinner to make…also healthy! Yummm
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WOW there is so much delicious food happening in this post i don’t know where to start. I think the pizza is my fave…no wait the tortilla banana thing…no wait…haha
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:38 am
hahahaha
thanks girl
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Congrats on your husband’s job! That’s great!
Very yummy food pictures today
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Ashley Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 11:38 am
Thanks Kim!! Weeeeeeeeeee
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Yeah for Chris!! Thats so exciting
I’m with you on the oats. I just don’t feel as satisfied/full if I have anything else and also find myself getting hungry sooner, even with the same amount of calories. It’s like the oats stick in all of the little crevices in my tummy.
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Just found your blog…love it! That pizza looks amazing!
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Congrats Chris!!
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CONGRATS congrats congrats on the job!
That is definitely great news!
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bummer about the bagels, hopefully they’ll work as pizza bagels. Congrats to Chris for getting a job. YAY!
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Congratulations on the new job, I am sure that the job will take ALOT of stress off of your guys’ shoulders. Also, I wish that I could try out all of those yummy foods that you get at Whole Foods. My little town is too small for a Whole Foods!!
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Wow everything looks so amazing. I can almost smell the pizza. Great job on the swim!
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congrats on the jbo!
everything looks GREAT- love the pizza!
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Im slow this week (um, that is probably not news to you
, so just catching up on blogs.
Congrats regarding the job!!! That is great to hear, I hope he is enjoying
I really like the hemp bagels. I agree they can be dry, but I have never put PB on them, because I usually go the cream cheese & veggies route on mine. They fill that bagel void in my life, that any good part-Jewish girl needs:)
I have been doing pita pizzas with the WW pitas from WF. They are the perfect size and quite tasty.
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Ashley Reply:
March 13th, 2010 at 6:43 pm
No problem girl! Thanks about the job thing..very exciting! hahaha part Jewish thing…so true
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