Hi hi hi!! I’ve gotten behind on some blog related things lately but got my Recipes page all updated today! Yay for progress 
I’ll update you as I continue with 1 – More FAQ’s answered 2 – A “top posts” page with the posts that readers seem to ask about or search for the most 3 – Information for another Colorado Blogger Meet-Up
Stay tuned!
I definitely dipped into the Roasted Maple Cinnamon Almond Butter jar more than once today. Okay….around than 5 times today.
Dip #1 was the largest and it landed ever so perfectly onto my super creamy oatmeal. I used my perfected oatmeal recipe.
amazing creamy oats + crumbly soft 1/2 blueberry vegan muffin + amazing nut butter goo
I splashed a little almond milk to the side, love that addition!! The almond butter has a great consistency and spread well over the hot oats. Peanut butter has a meltier effect which I definitely love, but the flavor + slightly thicker consistency of this was beyond delicious. This bowl was packed with cinnamon!! I licked it clean. No joke.
Try it. I dare you. [sorry peanut butter…there is a new love in my life] Love the little swirl on top…unintentional!
Whoa. A lot happened in between oats + this kiwi!! I got some computer work done and went to a few stores with Chris to prepare for my latest adventure in biking!!! We ate lunch at a delicious pizzeria called Proto’s. I got the tomato pie, which is a cheese-less pizza. I didn’t miss it at all! There was SO much flavor that I think the cheese would have masked. I was really in the mood for something fresh and this was sure it. Their crust is thin and wood-fired. I could have eaten 2 of the smalls….their small is really small! Oops, no camera…
So far I have consumed 8 of the vegan blueberry muffins all by myself. So proud Maybe I should figure out the nutritional info on those, hehe. Half of one went down with this kiwi. Along with some almond butter!!
Helmet + bike shorts, CHECK! Yes, I walk around in public with my goofy VFF’s!! The band on my shirt is Umphrey’s McGee. Does anyone listen to them? They’re definitely in my top 10 favs if not top 5.
I was excited to find a pink helmet, hehehe
Chris had a jersey that was small on him but a little big on me. It will do for now, they are quite pricey!! I’ll be looking for deals on REI Outlet and Sierra Trading Post. More info on my new-to-me bike coming soon! I already ordered 1 sleeveless jersey that cost $15 from $75!!!
I will tell you that I haven’t ridden on a bike in at least 5-10yrs and I’ve never ridden on a road bike!
Chris has been riding for a long time and gave me a little 101 on how to shift gears and whatnot. I was pretty freaked out, not gonna lie. We rode up to Wash Park and did 4 laps before coming home. It was GREAT. I loved it but definitely have a ton to learn. We completed a total of 10 miles in 35min. Not bad for my first time out. SO glad I got the padded shorts and padded gloves. My hands were having the hardest time adjusting to the pressure on the handlebars. Takes time I suppose!
I rehydrated with this tasty beverage when I got home. O.N.E. sent me a nice box of samples a few months back, and I forgot about them in the fridge! I loved this mango flavor for not being the biggest coconut water fan. I did Whittle My Middle II and some arm lifting at the house, after I chugged this down.
Dinner consisted of roasted veggies…mmmmm
Low + Slow Sweet Tater cubes with roasted b.sprouts, garlic, onion, and zucc squash. All tossed with olive oil and the green veggies were tossed with s+p as well.
I also made kale chips and threw about 1/2c of cooked lentils on top of the veggies for a protein + fiber kick! Plus, they are delicious. I topped the veggies with a huge glob of tomato paste, a new topping love. Well, I obviously topped the sweet taters with ground cinnamon, sea salt, and the roasted nut butter. O.M.G. [although it doesn’t look insanely appealing here…it was!!]
So far this almond butter has been tested and approved on:
- Dr.Kracker – 3 Seed
- Pear
- Oatmeal
- Sweet Potatoes
- Off a spoon
- Blueberry muffin
- Banana samich on sourdough
Favorite way to eat it so far? Oatmeal with sweet potatoes coming in a close 2nd. I promise I’ll stop talking about the almond butter at some point soon 
I wanted to pass this along…
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Off to catch some zzzz’s
Ashley
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The AB Sounds and looks amazing and I am loving all the ways you are finding to use it! But the oats do take the cake!!! Wow, they look award winning.
Glad you’re getting into biking again! You just look like a biker. Not sure if there is a certain look to a biker, but if there was, I would say you have that look!
Take care hun. Have a great day!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Aw, thanks girl…glad I look like a biker, now I’m just trying to feel like a biker!
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I just can’t get into the coconut water. I think it tastes too ‘wet’ if that makes any sense! I need to try the flavored ones.
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
LOL soooooooooooo hilarious and I totally know what you mean!
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yayy! so exciting that you got a road bike, they’re so fun. we’ll have to go for a ride some time this summer.
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Heck yah girl!
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i’m so excited you’ve started cycling…i would really like to get into it (not obsessively like, you know, every person i work with), but it seems like a great workout and i need some low-impact options these days!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Definitely low impact and a great way to be outside and get hit in the face with bugs
hehe
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I enjoy riding a road bike 10x better than a mountain bike. I’ve kept an eye our for used one on Craigslist for years. I never ride my mountain bike.
Methinks that maybe you are training for a triathlon?!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:01 pm
I’ve never been on a mountain bike either!! Except my $99 huffy from Kmart that I had growing up
Craigslist is the best…LOVE that you think I’m training for a tri, but sadly I’m not right now. My feet aren’t ready for running yet! I want more than anything to do one!! sooooooooooon
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i’ve been on a road bike once and it was soooo scary! I felt so wobbly! but once I got used to it, I loved it. I would love to get a bike and try it again. on a road with absolutely no cars.
I NEED to make that almond butter!
sorry we didn’t get to chat last night. we have our LOST party tonight, but maybe tomorrow?? xoxo
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Just stopping by to say “hi!” I just started following your blog and your use of almond butter looks yummy! I guess I need to buy a jar and start enjoying! Please consider following my new blog Healthy Heddleston at http://www.katieheddleston.com.
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growing up in chicago and having a boyfriend who went to IU, umphrey’s is a staple in my life. though i’m MUCH more partial to their older stuff. they new ravey dancey edge they have been riding lately is a bit too trippy for me. they usually stop by dc for a few nights in a row though and we can generally bet on friday night being more rock and roll which i TOTALLY dig:)
ps, have fun with the bike! i began my love affair with my road bike less than a year ago and there is NO turning back:)
pps, i just finished born to run and i’m chomping at the bit to give vff’s a go. retraining my feet and body sounds daunting but completely interesting.
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Sweet potatoes with nut butter is maybe the most delicious thing ever!
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the flavored coconut waters are where its At! I am not a fan of the plain un-flavored ones though
i NEED to make almond butter again! and I had a food processor whereas last tmie I just used a blender
i LOVE sweet potatoes and nut butter and I can only imagine the marriage of the two with your homemade AB!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:01 pm
I mean…I might advise you not to put it on your sweet potatoes…because you might get mad at me
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Talk about the almond butter all you want girl, it sounds AMAZING!!!!! I think i’m one of the few bloggers who have not tried the SP and AB together, need to do that!
Biking sounds fun but intense! I can’t wait to try it but it does sound intimidating!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:01 pm
It was my first time trying it!! Yeah, I was seriously really scared!
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I love coconut water! Its the best after a hot yoga class
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Oh yah I bet
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I get so upset when I see your bowls of oatmeal with the perfect dollops of nut butters, because it looks so good, yet I never end up liking them on my own oatmeal! Excited to see all the recipes up, thanksss
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Well to each their own
Have you tried coconut butter yet??? Sooooo yummy on oats!
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Laura@youngDCliving Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 10:19 pm
Not yet! I’m definitely gonna splurge on that soon, I only just saw it at my Whole Foods the other day. I figure there’s no way I won’t like that one. I’ll try PB again tomorrow! I think maybe I need to get it so its more melty, liquidy. I’m determined to like it, haha
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OH! totally forgot…you should check out http://www.chainlove.com. they have ridiculously cheap stuff for cycling (in case you see a jersey you like), but you have to buy it when you see it!
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that AB looks amazing. AMAZING! can’t wait to try it!!!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Let me know when you do!
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You will LOVE biking! And yes – padded pants and gloves are a a MUST!!
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Ashley Reply:
April 20th, 2010 at 9:03 pm
Yeah…definitely
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Yay for skinny tires! Padded gloves are a necessity. I just learned too late!
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LOVE Umphreys Mcgee…Phish, String Cheese Incident, Keller Williams, wouldl love to hear your top ten!
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Great blog. keep up the good work
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