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Saturday, February 6th, 2010
Working two different positions at work is going great so far. I’ve been quite busy so excuse my absence from updating and reading. I also did not feel the need to update the blog and bore readers with repeat meals.
Last night, I used virgin coconut oil to cook YUMMY chicken.
Yes! good ole fashion fried chicken.
The Way to a Southern Girl’s Heart
I’ve eaten 80% clean this week besides gobbling up the strawberry bread. I have to say I rarely miss fried foods, but I can’t resist the smell and taste of fried chicken.
My first time cooking fried chicken and it was a success!
Chicken, green beans and a tomato/cucumber salad
French Toast on a Saturday
Ingredients:
1 egg
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup Almond Breeze
1 banana
Drizzled with agave nectar
Fitness:
A 3 mile run courtesy of Missy, in the cold. I initially bundled up for a quick walk in the park, but she insisted on running. I left the camera at home but here she is afterward relaxing on the couch. She’s got a sheet, we let her sit on…too much dog hair!
Can you tell she is tired?
Have a great Weekend!
Any Super Bowl plans, who are you cheering for tomorrow?
I’m glad my Mother gave me this break mix to try out!
A reader asked me if 28 Days of Exercise was healthy? I wouldn’t recommend for everyone to try this, especially if your new to fitness. You should always consult a doctor before beginning an exercise program. You have to know what your body can handle.
My 28 Day Fitness Plan:
Morning Yoga~ Mon, Wed, Fri
Cardio~ Mon, Wed, Fri (After work)
Running~ Tues, Thurs,
Yoga~ Sat, Sun
My cardio workouts are about 30-45 minutes long. I’m currently doing 30 day Shred, Firm Sculpt and Tae-bo. Alternating between these workouts, in order to not get bored.
I completely forgot I opened a formspring account weeks ago and I see many bloggers are using it now! So, if you have any questions for me…ask away!
February is my favorite Month of the year. I get to celebrate Black History Month, Valentines Day and my Birthday. I’m looking forward to new things and mini goals for the month.
February Goals
Exercise for 28 days
Pack lunch Mon-Fri ( I ate out too much last week)
Bedtime before 10pm
Well…I’m guessing you can see I’m not in bed yet. lol
Black History Month Fact:
Dorothy Dandridge
November 9, 1922- September 8, 1965
She was the first African American to be nominated for the Academy Award in the Best Actress category and the third African American to receive a nomination in any category overall.
I loved Dorothy in ”Carmen Jones”, I think she is just lovely.
Whose your favorite Hollywood Actress/Actor from the past?
Happy to sleep in this Saturday morning and spend the day hanging out with the boyfriend. We have plans to lounge around and then do some apartment cleaning, followed by lunch somewhere around town.
I really wanted to try baked oats this morning, so I put together a delicious recipe. Oats for myself and scrambled eggs with toast for Chris.
Strawberry Almond Baked Oats
Ingredients:
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/4 cup plain Almond Breeze
1/2 Tbs cinnamon
almonds
1Tbs Almond Butter
1 tsp agave nectar
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp chia seeds
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375
Mix all ingredients
Pour batter into mini casserole dish
Top with strawberries and blueberries and more almonds
I was happy I did not spend all day and night at work. The Board meeting let out around 7:00 and that was better than 8:30. I don’t think anyone wants to spend that much time at work. Thankfully Board meetings are once a month. Today went by super fast and I think I’m getting nervous as the week ends. I start my new position next Monday. I think it will be crazy doing two jobs, having two offices but the extra income is a bonus.
Breakfast:
Greek yogurt and granola
Snack Time
Orange, apples and Coconut water
I was feeling this lunch today, considering I’m a wimp and it was freezing outside…maybe just myself being silly. I can’t believe snow is in the forecast for later this week…Crazy Texas Weather!
Lentil soup and spicy grilled cheese
Dinner
Roasted carrots, steamed green beans
I really loved the rice and grounds (meat free) mixture!
Quorn Grounds, seasoned with spices and tossed with brown rice. Yum
The Ultimate Vegan Dessert
No picture…I gobbled the brownie up before I remembered to snap a shot. lol
I made Vegan Black Bean Brownies from Happy Herbivore for a bake sale tomorrow. You know I had to make a small test batch to make sure they were yummy…they were.
Thank you for all the sweet comments regarding the ”weight” post yesterday. You were are all so kind and I appreciate the support I receive in the blogger community.
Breakfast:
This morning I chowed down to a grilled cheese and vanilla Greek yogurt. (not pictured)
Jalapeno cheese, sprouts and avocado
A spicy and delicious start.
Lunch:
Black bean soup with more spicy cheese melted on a slice of toast and popchips.
I received these Dr. McDougal Soups from Erin, in her giveaway I won last week.
Perfect lunch for this rainy Saturday.
My mail lady scared me this morning, she tends to knock on the door really hard.
She did bring me goodies: I won We Are Not Martha’s Blog Anniversary Swag Bag… thanks ladies. Super cute tote that I’ll be carrying around town.
I love all the goodies inside : garlic zoom, bodum travel presser, coupons, barney butter and a coupon organizer.
Saturday Agenda:
30 Day Shred
cleaning the kitchen
laundry
reading all the new mags I received in the mail
Confession:
I’ll be updating the Fitness page tomorrow. I have been slacking on logging and training for my Half in March. I’ve been doing more treadmill running than outside running. Chris and I discussed starting up again tomorrow outdoors and maybe picking a different Half to run in April instead of March…more on that later.
