When I put together my blog posts every day, some tidbits get cut, pushed aside, forgotten or reserved for later. After awhile, I have a collection of random bits and pieces that I need to get out. Most of them are things I’ve been loving lately…nothing too crazy or controversial.
Ready Freddy?
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I did an Exercise TV video last week when I was NOT interested in traveling the 0.7 mile distance to the gym. Okay, so maybe I was just too excited about my bread dough rising and didn’t want to leave it home alone.
I flipped through the free workout videos and picked one that I thought would be challenging yet not too high impact, for the sake of my cranky shins.
I gave Kombucha another chance. This was my second bottle of Kombucha ever. The first time I tried it, I nearly gagged. I took sips out of the bottle for a few days and then tossed about 1/3 of the bottle after it sat in the fridge untouched for over a week.
I gave it another shot last week and I really enjoyed it. It may have been the flavor choice or perhaps I was just extra thirsty that day…regardless, now I’m hooked. It’s definitely something I can only afford to buy about once a year though…
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I read a little bit every night before bed because it helps put me to sleep. However, last night I got wrapped up in this Alton Brown book…and couldn’t fall asleep for hours!
It was like a nerdy science textbook devoted to baking! It answered so many of my questions and I learned a few things like why you shouldn’t punch your bread dough (!!) and why you should use instant yeast vs. active dry yeast.
Think a super long episode of Good Eats devoted to baking. Except, you can slow down and read it at your own pace…and not have to be at the mercy of Alton’s suuuuper fast talking.
BBQ Sauce! It’s not like I’ve never had BBQ sauce before. I used to always get it at McDonald’s to eat with my fries. But recently, I’ve been craving it. I think it was the veggie-meat products with BBQ sauce that got me officially hooked.
I don’t remember ever purchasing a bottle of BBQ sauce and I’m not sure why. I can’t wait to slather this on everything. Don’t be surprised if I start eating it straight up.
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I watched all 32 episodes of Glee in less than 2 months…and that was me trying to make it last as long as possible. To minimize withdrawal symptoms, I’ve been watching Youtube videos on repeat.
My favorite songs include…
Marry Me
Forget You
One Love (People Get Ready)
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Tell me: What have you been lovin’ lately?
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I looooove Alton Brown! The only reason I watch Good Eats is to ogle him
My favorite was probably “Somebody to Love.”
I just did my Exercise TV the other day! They have some fun ones. I tried some of the Kim Kardashian ones… haha kinda annoying. I really like the 10 minute ones before work…very challenging!
Eeeeek this post came at a perfect time. I tried Kombucha once and HATED it, but I want to try again – which flavor(s) do you find least offensive?
I’ve been loving bowls of fruit for dessert! Helps me get over my holiday sugar craze.
I’ve also been loving that my bosses are out of town and I get to leave work early.
And brussel sprouts. But I always love those.
That books sounds nerdy and interesting!
ahh i loved Forget You!! I really want to try Kombucha- i have heard SUCH mixed reviews on it!
I loooooove Alton Brown. I actually bought Good Eats: The Early Years for my boyfriend last Christmas, and he loved it so much I bought him Good Eats: The Middle Years this year. Both books are full of information and the best recipes. He’s a chef, so I trust his judgement!
I ran/walked on the treadmill the other day and watched Glee. I LOVED the Forget You one. So fun!
HELLZ yea to Alton AND Glee!!!! I am obsessed with both. In fact I’ve been rewatching all of the first season of Glee, while watching the new eps from the second. I can’t get enough!!
The Kombucha is very hard to adjust to at first, but once you get it . . . its not SOO bad.
I think the flavor has a huge deal to do with it too. I got the gingerberry one and almost puked. Then I got some other berry flavor and it was much better!
It took me a little while but now I love, no like, Kombucha-I miss strawberry and grape flavors though. I made kombucha once…thats the end of that story!
YES season 2 of Glee is FINALLY starting over here in England! We are so behind haha! I like the Forget You one best, and I can’t wait to see it in the episode!
I used to think Alton Brown is really annoying, but now I LOVE Good Eats. The jokes get corny but it’s packed with food science and information. Very educational!
The Whole Foods in my burg sells Kombucha in bulk so it’s more affordable. I think it’s provided by a local producer, so I’m not sure if they’ll have it at other places. But it’s worth a try. They are delish!
i love excerise tv , it’s so handy!
My Glee obsession started this fall, I saw a new episode on tv one night then went out and bought Season 1 on DVD. Two weeks later, i’d seen everyone episode from both season 1 and 2. Now, I’ve seen all the episodes atleast three times!
Since the festive period I have been loving salads to make me feel sane again!
I definitely depend on Exercise TV when the weather outside doesn’t permit outdoor activity…. I much prefer being outside, though!
Glad you liked the kombucha– isn’t it wonderful? Not on my wallet though!
LOVe the videos!!!
oh girl, I LIVE on the exercise TV site. If you ever need any god recs.. hit me up
I thikn I may be the only blogger who’s NEVER tried Kombucha. It’s just too expensive and I’m nervous I’ll become addicted.
First two videos are my favorites, too!! Glee = Love.
Sounds like the book I had to read for my food science class
Forget you is awesome!!
love this post. do any of your new books have a good rustic bread loaf recipe??
SHOWER OIL! My legs usually get so dry but they gave made them so soft! Its like oil + salt! equals sexy smoothness!
LOVE Glee!!
Gah, I’m still super behind on Glee!
Lately I’ve been loving eating the gingerbread house I made with my family over the holidays. What could be better than gingerbread topped with copious amounts of icing and candy?
Yep, sure is a random post!! But I love it all. Especailly that Alton Brown book!! He knows so so much about food..no doubt that’s one cool cookbook.
I stalk BBQ sauce every now and again also. My splurge (high cal, lots of sugar…delicious) one is Sweet Baby Ray’s (and fun to say). My everyday one is KC Masterpiece Low Calorie Classic Blend BBQ Sauce. It’s delicious and only 10 calories a tbsp!
Seriously, you and I are two peas in a pod. I got that Alton Brown book for Christmas from Seth’s parents, and I can’t put it down.
I also got the most recent Glee soundtrack, and I LOVE rockin out to “Marry Me” on my way to the grocery store:)
i have so many leftover things that never got blogged about! i should do this. cranberry is my FAVE kombucha flava. happy weekend, LOVE YOU!
I’ve always wanted to try kombucha! The Alton Brown book sounds great. I love his show.
i am currently on episode 3 of disc 1 of the 2nd set of discs of season 1…and i too am trying not to finish too quickly!!!!
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