You Can Call Me Goldilocks

I had a temporary freak-out yesterday when I updated my Thesis theme to the newest version. I didn’t save the old version correctly and some of my settings got lost. My blog went completely bazerk for several [heart-attacking] minutes–eeks!

I’ll admit that I usually have no clue what I’m doing when I work on my blog. I clench my teeth and hold my breath as I click around. Then I close my eyes and hope my blog doesn’t explode. I’m all about trial and error. After all, it’s worked for the most part thus far.

I’m taking advantage of my unemployed status to work on my blog. Maybe someday, LLE can be my job. Wouldn’t that be fun? Sadly, there is still a looong way to go before that is even a remote possibility .

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Rotating Photos: Luckily, most of the settings were still in tact. I just had to reload the photos in my rotating multimedia box on the right hand side. In doing so, I added some new photos to the mix. Do you like them?

Font: The new Thesis theme has s’more fun fonts now so I picked out a new font for my titles, posts and sidebars. They make me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

To come…

A Header Image: They finally came up with an easier way to add in a header image. I wanted to put one in decades ago but figuring out the CSS code (jibber jabber) gave me serious migraines.

Finally my blog won’t look so naked up top! I just have to figure out what I want it to look like. I may or may not have spent hours last night brainstorming header image ideas. Feel free to make suggestions!

New pages: I’m in the process of writing some new pages. I’ll let you know when they’re up.

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Before my workout last night, I ate this monster sweet bread.

It was fabulous–oh so sweet and oh so so buttery. It melted in my mouth like a Krispy Kreme donut. I would rather not know the ingredients in this hunk o’ deliciousness .

I started with half but when my blog freaked out, I went ahead and ate the other half. Inside was a sweet paste made with adzuki beans.

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I woke up this morning to cloudy skies and 67* temps. Dare I say it felt a bit chilly? For a second, I could hear leaves crackling and children chatting on their way to school. I could smell pumpkin cider and baked apple pie. Can you believe we are only a week away from September!?

Okay okay, who am I kidding? I woke up far too late to hear any children chatting on their way to school.

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The point is, the weather was perfect for running. While I had exercised the night before, I had to at least venture outdoors. Even if I didn’t have the energy to run, I could squeeze in a relaxing walk. I just couldn’t pass this up….

I ran my new favorite running loop: 3.5 miles with 0.5 miles of walking interspersed. While the loop wasn’t as fun the 2nd time around, it was still enjoyable. I did notice some more hills this time. Perhaps my legs were tired from the night before…?

I ran with my shin sleeves again, finally.

I thought I wouldn’t sweat given the temperature….

….silly me. It was a nice thought though.

(I’m almost positive that shirt belongs to my dad. No wonder it felt so loose. Oops. Sorry, Pops!)

I did some strength training afterwards to round out my workout. Yeah, that’s Paula Deen’s house on the elliptical TV. I mean, who doesn’t watch Food Network while working out?

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Post workout, I had a smoothie using a (new to me) protein powder that I got from TJ’s.

French Vanilla Designer Whey.

I usually go for pea/rice protein powders (i.e. Alive! Shake) rather than whey/soy but well…you’ll see why soon enough .

In the mix:

• 1/2 scoop protein powder
• 1/3 cup plain yogurt
• Strawberries + banana
• 1/2 cup spinach
• 1 packet Amazing Grass Lemon Lime Energy

It tasted like strawberry lemonade!!!

This packet contains all sorts of fun stuff including greens (wheat grass, barley grass, spirulina, etc), Antioxidants (acai berry, maca root, carrot, beets, etc), flax seed, probiotics, and for the energy–yerba mate extract and matcha green tea.

The lemon lime flavor was lovely. Not too tart, not too acidic, just right. I want more!

Extra extra….drink it all up!

I also had some oatmeal! I was actually craving oatmeal. Craziness.

Perhaps my love for oatmeal really is coming back. I’m turning into Goldilocks!

I added some cinnamon, honey, egg whites and a splash of water.

I got a carton of egg whites from TJ’s yesterday. I almost always eat oatmeal with egg whites mixed in. It makes the consistency much more creamy and thick. Plus, it provides a little boost in the protein department.

Call me crazy, but I like to eat oatmeal plain with no toppings.

Allie (or Goldilocks), you’re crazy.

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In other news, I think we can safely conclude I am taking my calcium supplements.

Thanks to those who chimed in on the calcium overdose question. Don’t worry, I’m not eating more than 3 chocolates per day.

Okay, maybe I had 4 one day but I swear it was only one day! I had just finished my [regular] chocolate stash and my chocolate cravings were in full force.

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Man oh man, I’ve been quite a chatterbox lately. I promise, my next post will be less talk and more food.

Tell me: What are you most looking forward to this Fall?

I’m getting excited for pumpkin and muffins!!

Tagged as: Amazing Grass, Bananas, Beans, Bread, Chocolate, Egg Whites, Green Smoothies, Oatmeal, Protein Powder, Smoothies, Strawberries