7.21.2009

And the bidding continues!

And the bidding continues! Thank you to all who participated yesterday!! There are still several items here up for grabs. Please consider making a bid today!



Welcome to my Blogging Bakesale (+ more!) Auction! I hope you are ready to
get your bid on!

Before you begin please review the Rules & Logistics.

This is for a great cause! All funds raised from this event will go directly to DANA FARBER for cancer research and I'm hoping I will reach or exceed my goal with this event. I'm so thankful for your help and to all of those who donated. THANK YOU!!

Remember there is a minimum bid of $20 on each item and all bids must be emailed to me -tosha25italia@yahoo.com. It helps if you tell me the item # when you email me :)

Auction opened to US and Canada residents only.

I will update the bid on each item throughout the day ! Let me know if you have any questions. Unfortunately, I cannot be responsible for items that are lost or not received, but let's hope that does not happen!


1. Messy Bessey's Homemade Granola
by Bess at Toenails are for Wusses



Looking for some healthy, wheat free granola? Look no further than messy Bessey's Homemade Granola, made with only the finest ingredients , including oats, dates, raisins, flaxseeds, honey, almond butter, cinnamon and vanilla. Great with milk or all alone!


Current Bid:$20









3.On the Glo II squares
donated by Angela from Glo Bakery
CANADA ONLY

Are you ready to feel super energized with Glo Bakery's On the Glo II squares?? Well here is your chance! Bid on these amazingly delicious, wheat free, all natural and vegan energy bars! Your choice of 16 classic Peanut Butter squares or 16 chocolate peanut butter squares. Pop these into your purse for a quick pick me up anytime, anyplace and get your GLO on! You will experience boundless energy as you speed along your busy days!

Deliciously healthy ingredients include: Organic brown rice syrup, all natural peanut butter, rolled oats, rice crisp cereal, ground flax, hulled hemp seeds, sesame seeds, unsweetened coconut, vanilla and natural cane sugar.


Nutritional Information (Classic PB squares): 160 calories, 8 grams fat (healthy fats from nuts and seeds!), 4 grams protein, 3 grams fibre. (Chocolate PB squares): 177 calories, 8 grams fat (healthy fats from nuts and seeds!), 4 grams protein, 3 grams fibre.

Enjoy 16 of these delicious squares today while raising money for a fabulous cause!


Current Bid: $25




5. Anzac biscuits donated by Lizzie

A traditional Australian cookie, these delights are made with rolled oats, coconut, butter, sugar and golden syrup. They are full of energy! They make a great light snack for the bride on her wedding day, or a pick me up for the long run! Enjoy 2 dozen of these energizing "biscuits."



Current Bid:







7. Chocolate chip banana bread
donated by Rachel @ 365 runs


This potassium rich bread is great for a quick morning breakfast or afternoon pick me up! Try spreading it with peanut butter for an added boost of protein!

Current Bid:$25








8. Exercise at home set donated by Level 5
Did you quit the gym to save money or are you stuck at home with your kids? This "Exercise is Magic" workout DVD and "Exercise Anywhere" card deck will help you to stay fit right in your home.



Current Bid:






9. Green chai tea shortbread
- N.D.
Green tea has some amazing health benefits. Pair that with the flavors of delicious chai, and you have a powerhouse shortbread! Each cookie has the equivalent of half of a cup of green tea. Do something good for your body today and bid on 2 dozen of these antioxidant shortbread delights!


Current Bid:



10. The ultimate chip cookies (customizable) - N.D.
Searching for the ultimate chocolate chip cookie? Full of your favorite chips (white chocolate, dark chocolate, semi-sweet, peanut butter, or butterscotch) and topped off with sea salt, these cookies are sure to delight! Bid on 2 dozen of these classics - you won't be disappointed! Send to a friend for some birthday wishes!


Current Bid:




18.Harvest Muffins
donated by Katrina@ Gluten Free Gidget


One dozen subtly sweet corn muffins with a hint of pumpkin and spice. A delectable treat for any time of year! Gluten free (dairy free upon request)


Current Bid:



25. Peanut Butter Date Blondies- N.D.

If you like peanut butter, then you will love these peanut butter date blondies. A strong taste of peanut butter with dates and peanuts thrown into the mix. These are very rich and tasty. 16 blondies.


Current Bid:





26. Rosemary Bread - Abby

Do you need to carbo load? The ultimate carb loading bread - I had it the days before my 20 miler in March and rocked it! It has a delicious rosemary taste. Pairs nicely with pasta but it is also a great treat on its own!



Current Bid:







28. Peanut Butter Granola donated by Kristen

Peanut butter, smart balance oil, oats, agave nectar, brown rice syrup and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for an on - the - go snack, or great with milk in the morning. Enjoy a bag of this nutty treat.

Current Bid:




30. Faux Oreos - donated by Marybeth

A classic favorite, here's a King Arthur take on the nabisco oreo cookie made with cocoa and whole wheat flour. 16 large sandwich cookies.

Current Bid:









GOOD LUCK and THANK YOU!



























7.20.2009

Dana Farber Bake Sale!

Welcome to my Blogging Bakesale (+ more!) Auction! I hope you are ready to
get your bid on!

Before you begin please review the Rules & Logistics.

This is for a great cause! All funds raised from this event will go directly to DANA FARBER for cancer research and I'm hoping I will reach or exceed my goal with this event. I'm so thankful for your help and to all of those who donated. THANK YOU!!

Remember there is a minimum bid of $20 on each item and all bids must be emailed to me -tosha25italia@yahoo.com. It helps if you tell me the item # when you email me :)

Auction opened to US and Canada residents only.

I will update the bid on each item throughout the day ! Let me know if you have any questions. Unfortunately, I cannot be responsible for items that are lost or not received, but let's hope that does not happen!


1. Messy Bessey's Homemade Granola
by Bess at Toenails are for Wusses



Looking for some healthy, wheat free granola? Look no further than messy Bessey's Homemade Granola, made with only the finest ingredients , including oats, dates, raisins, flaxseeds, honey, almond butter, cinnamon and vanilla. Great with milk or all alone!


Current Bid:








2. Peanut butter sur
prise cookies
donated by Amber @ Adventures in the Pioneer Valley.
US only.

Two dozen chocolate cookies with peanut butter surprise in the middle. These are always a big hit with the surprise center! Not only do they look delicious, they taste delicious too!

Current Bid:$20





3.On the Glo II squares
donated by Angela from Glo Bakery
CANADA ONLY

Are you ready to feel super energized with Glo Bakery's On the Glo II squares?? Well here is your chance! Bid on these amazingly delicious, wheat free, all natural and vegan energy bars! Your choice of 16 classic Peanut Butter squares or 16 chocolate peanut butter squares. Pop these into your purse for a quick pick me up anytime, anyplace and get your GLO on! You will experience boundless energy as you speed along your busy days!

Deliciously healthy ingredients include: Organic brown rice syrup, all natural peanut butter, rolled oats, rice crisp cereal, ground flax, hulled hemp seeds, sesame seeds, unsweetened coconut, vanilla and natural cane sugar.


Nutritional Information (Classic PB squares): 160 calories, 8 grams fat (healthy fats from nuts and seeds!), 4 grams protein, 3 grams fibre. (Chocolate PB squares): 177 calories, 8 grams fat (healthy fats from nuts and seeds!), 4 grams protein, 3 grams fibre.

Enjoy 16 of these delicious squares today while raising money for a fabulous cause!


Current Bid:




4. One dozen mini cupcakes
donated by Nicole.
Looking for a small but delicious treat? They look too pretty to eat, but these cakes are absolutely divine. Bid on your choice of flavors, including classic, neopolitan, summer classics, simply vanilla, chocolate, tropical, international or gluten free! These would make a nice birthday treat! Current Bid:$25




5. Anzac biscuits donated by Lizzie

A traditional Australian cookie, these delights are made with rolled oats, coconut, butter, sugar and golden syrup. They are full of energy! They make a great light snack for the bride on her wedding day, or a pick me up for the long run! Enjoy 2 dozen of these energizing "biscuits."



Current Bid:





6. Gluten free gift box

donated by Amy at Gluten Free Life.

This gift box includes a Chocolate Chip Muffin, Apple Pie Muffin, Flax Shortbread Cookie, Snickerdoodle Cookie, and a loaf of Country Brown Bread. Perfect for the gluten free friend or family member or to keep for yourself!

Current Bid: $20









7. Chocolate chip banana bread
donated by Rachel @ 365 runs


This potassium rich bread is great for a quick morning breakfast or afternoon pick me up! Try spreading it with peanut butter for an added boost of protein!

Current Bid:








8. Exercise at home set donated by Level 5
Did you quit the gym to save money or are you stuck at home with your kids? This "Exercise is Magic" workout DVD and "Exercise Anywhere" card deck will help you to stay fit right in your home.



Current Bid:






9. Green chai tea shortbread
- N.D.
Green tea has some amazing health benefits. Pair that with the flavors of delicious chai, and you have a powerhouse shortbread! Each cookie has the equivalent of half of a cup of green tea. Do something good for your body today and bid on 2 dozen of these antioxidant shortbread delights!


Current Bid:



10. The ultimate chip cookies (customizable) - N.D.
Searching for the ultimate chocolate chip cookie? Full of your favorite chips (white chocolate, dark chocolate, semi-sweet, peanut butter, or butterscotch) and topped off with sea salt, these cookies are sure to delight! Bid on 2 dozen of these classics - you won't be disappointed! Send to a friend for some birthday wishes!


Current Bid: $20






11. Amazing Grass
So you've wanted to try this out but haven't yet? This is an awesome sampler pack of amazing smoothies for meals and snacks, and a superfun smoothie cup with lid. 3 amazing meals and 3 superfood/wheat grass packets. Don't miss out!


Current Bid: $30








12.Peanut butter bread - N.D.
Get your peanut butter fix with this peanut butter bread, made with natural peanut butter. Enjoy one loaf of this peanut butter rich bread, great for a morning treat or late night craving!

Current Bid: $20








13. Tasty mini doughnuts- N.D.
Choose from vanilla, chocolate, cinnamon, or peanut butter doughnuts with choclate, vanilla bean, chocolate chip or maple icing. These are a perfect mini treat and would make a great birthday surprise! 16 mini doughnuts.

Current Bid:




14. Owater donated by Addie at Owater
2 mixed cases (12 bottles each) of the top flavors of infused and unsweetened owater!

Infused owater - your healthy sports drink. Everything that you want from a sports drink - minus the junk! Replenishing electrolytes, revitalizing antioxidants, sweetened with just a touch of pure cane sugar. Made with all natural fruit flavors and no fake sweeteners.

Unsweetened owater - the perfect electrolyte drink with natural fruit flavor. Think of a glass of cool water with a slice of lemon... or lime, strawberry peach or wildberries. Zero calories - grab a bottle for complete hydration that is refreshing and not sweet.


Current Bid: $25






15. Chocolate chip cookie sampler
- N.D.

6 vegan chocolate chip cookies, 24 almost vegan double chocolate minis, and one dozen vegan raw chocolate chip cookies. Vegan cookies are made with oil, whole wheat flour and carob chips. Double chocolate minis are made with butter, whole wheat flour, flax and chocolate chips (no eggs). Raw chocolate chip cookies are vegan, made with cashews, almonds, agave nectar, coconut oil, and carob chips.

Current Bid: $20






16. Flaxseed banana bread
donated by Meg@ One Thing


A super moist and tasty banana bread made with rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and ground flaxseed - for some super health benefits. The recipe is from a Moosewood cookbook.

Current Bid: $20






17. White chocolate chip Brownies
donated by Rachel@ 365 runs

2 dozen rich, fudgy brownies made with white chocolate chips!


Current Bid:$20






18.Harvest Muffins
donated by Katrina@ Gluten Free Gidget


One dozen subtly sweet corn muffins with a hint of pumpkin and spice. A delectable treat for any time of year! Gluten free (dairy free upon request)


Current Bid:


19. Once again nut butters

donated by Gael at once agai
n
Are you into nut butters? If not, you have to try them! Made from high quality ground nuts, these butters are perfect to add to your oatmeal, top a slice of bread, or to eat right from the jar! Bid on a sampler pack of cashew, almond and sunflower nut butters. (3 jars)


Current Bid: $27




20. Raw sampler - N.D.

Want to start baking raw? This raw sampler will get you started in the right direction. It includes agave nectar, a pound of cashews and almonds, sunflower seeds and unsweetened coconut.

Current Bid: $20


21. 72% dark chocolate flax brownies
72% dark chocolate brownies made with flaxseed and whole wheat flour. All natural and cakelike!



Current Bid:$20







22. Caramel Apricot Pecan Tart
donated by
Marci

The perfect mixture of sweet and a touch of Fleur de Sel give these tarts a sweet and salty taste. Recipe from the blog,
Definitely Not Martha.

Current Bid:$20






23.Customizable Powerbars donated by Marlene

16 delicious power bar squares made with nut butter (winner chooses almond or peanut), honey, vanilla, puffed brown rice cereal, and any combination of the following that the winner desires: sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseeds, dried cranberries, raisins, & chocolate chips.

Current Bid:$150




24. Samoa Blondies
donated by Kristen


Do you love the girl scout cookies Samoas? If so, you are in for a treat! You are going to love these samoa blondies. Made with coconut, dark chocolate and whole wheat flour, these blondies taste just like the real thing! Who says you can't get girl scout cookies any time of year? These might just be better. 16 chocolate coconutty blondies.

Current Bid: $20



25. Peanut Butter Date Blondies- N.D.

If you like peanut butter, then you will love these peanut butter date blondies. A strong taste of peanut butter with dates and peanuts thrown into the mix. These are very rich and tasty. 16 blondies.


Current Bid:





26. Rosemary Bread - Abby

Do you need to carbo load? The ultimate carb loading bread - I had it the days before my 20 miler in March and rocked it! It has a delicious rosemary taste. Pairs nicely with pasta but it is also a great treat on its own!



Current Bid:





27. Pure Fit Bars donated by Robb at PureFit
4 boxes of pure fit bars! Looking for a new protein bar to try? The pure fit bars have 100% all natural ingredients including agave nectar, brown rice syrup and soy protein. These taste good, and are packed with 18 grams protein and 230 calories on average (240 for the peanut butter). The highest bidder can choose the flavors that they want (almond crunch, berry almond crunch, peanut butter or chocolate brownie). Wheat, dairy and gluten free. Vegan.


Current Bid: $25


28. Peanut Butter Granola donated by Kristen

Peanut butter, smart balance oil, oats, agave nectar, brown rice syrup and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for an on - the - go snack, or great with milk in the morning. Enjoy a bag of this nutty treat.

Current Bid:





29. Chocolate Chip Cookie Sampler - #2- N.D.
6 vegan chocolate chip cookies, 24 almost vegan double chocolate minis, and one dozen vegan raw chocolate chip cookies. Vegan cookies are made with oil, whole wheat flour and carob chips. Double chocolate minis are made with butter, whole wheat flour, flax and chocolate chips (no eggs). Raw chocolate chip cookies are vegan, made with cashews, almonds, agave nectar, coconut oil, and carob chips.


Current Bid:$20


30. Faux Oreos - donated by Marybeth

A classic favorite, here's a King Arthur take on the nabisco oreo cookie made with cocoa and whole wheat flour. 16 large sandwich cookies.

Current Bid:









31. Energy Blast Cookies
These cookies are loaded with tons of energizing ingredients including oats, almond butter, coconut, hemp protein powder and flax. Whole wheat flour. These include eggs. Recipe adapted from Dreena's Super Charge Me! cookies.




Current Bid: $20


GOOD LUCK and THANK YOU!




























7.19.2009

1 day to go!!

Tomorrow is the big day - spread the word!!

Here are some fun giveaways going on in the meantime!

Run to Finish -gear

Erica- Mix1

Lauren - favorite things

Have you tried Chia seeds yet? I want to try them, they sound like they have great benefits!!
Amazing Grass - I'm donating 1/2 of what I was sent for the bake sale tomorrow, though I love the stuff, I want to keep it for myself! But it is for a good cause...

7.17.2009

Yummy lunch!


EAT

I made the coconut curry that Angela had on her blog yesterday. Oh yum!! Pair that with some black bean burgers and avocado in a La Tortilla wrap - and I 'm back in the game!!

Easy Beginner Curry - adapted from Angela @ Oh She Glows


  • 1 heaping T of curry powder
  • 1 t ginger
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 T coconut oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • pinch of sea salt
  • pinch of ground cloves
  • black pepper
  • Shredded coconut and peanuts (optional garnishes)

Mix all sauce ingredients into saucepan and heat on low, stirring frequently. Add peanuts or coconut for garnish.


SWIM Yesterday I swam with my sister. Usually I just go behind her in the lane, but we swam next to each other and I tried to keep up. We were doing a set of 100s - descend. The last one was fast. I felt like I was giving all my effort to sprint but she was flying ahead of me. After a 50, I kind of gave up and didn't give all my effort. I felt so defeated, my stroke felt like crap and I felt like I was a frolicking whale in the water, splashing around everywhere. I wish I hadn't given up so easily and I don't want Nick to be like that! So I have to make sure that I teach him not to give up!


RUN

Running question of the day: Do you tie and untie your shoes when you put on and take off? I have mizunos and I ruin the back part (it has a name, but I forget it) all the time. I'm trying to make a conscious effort here but I love just sliding in and out of my shoes.

bake sale rules

Bake for DANA! will be held on Monday! Hooray!! I am so excited. Please tell your friends!

The bake sale kicks off Monday at 8 am EST, so I want to review the rules and logistics for the event.

(sorry for the underlining)

Once I post all of the items up for sale, if you want to make a bid, e-mail me: tosha25italia@yahoo.com with a bid amount for the item you are interested in purchasing. Each item has a minimum bid of $20 and all quantities for each item should be clearly marked in the description.

An official bid must be emailed, thus any bids left in the comments section will not be reviewed. Only e-mailed bids will be considered official.


Think of the bid as a silent auction of sorts. All buyers will have until midnight Tues EST to submit their bid. Throughout the day I will update the post with the highest bid for each item. Keep on bidding!

If by the end there is a tie of bids for a particular item, (for instance, three people bid $50 for an item), then I will draw those names from a hat and have a random winner for that item.

Once a reader has won the bid on an item they will then donate the specified amount directly to my Dana Farber page. Once the donation goes through I will e-mail the baker the winner’s address and it will be the baker’s responsibility to send the baked goods to the winner.

The winner has 24 hours to make the online donation. If in that time frame the donation is not made, the next highest bidder will be contacted or the item will go back up for bid.

Please remember that all proceeds from this bake sale go directly to cancer research for Dana Farber. You will be supporting a great cause and are helping to save lives!

Please let me know if you have any questions about the Bake Sale and get excited! There are a ton of awesome things to bid on, and hopefully we’ll be able to raise lots of money for a great cause. I appreciate your participation and consideration!

A HUGE thank you to all of the bakers and donaters, who made this event possible! I am forever grateful for your generosity!

Good luck!

7.16.2009

falling off the bus

I've been baking since last week - baking to do a trial run and snap pictures for Mon! I've come across a ton of great recipes, that have been fun to make, but not all of them are healthy, and I've been taste tasting. Healthy diet out the window! The rest of the day is good but taste testing is no good!

I have been superbusy with the bakesale so I've slacked on comments and I'll be back soon.
I 've been up early to workout all week - swimming, heartless runs, Jillian, on demand yoga. Today Nick decided to wake up and cry at 5 am. I was actually in the midst of sleeping in, so this was no good. I actually love being a morning person, but I seem to stay up late to get things done and get too tired. I have to get back into the routine of getting up early and to bed early!

Yesterday I was considering wearing my recovery socks to the store. Hot pink. I like them more for their style than benefits. I would just look like an old soccer player or something, right?
Anyone worn them out?

In the sock topic...I forgot to tell you about my undying love for Wrightsocks. I have talked about them before, but they are my one and only running sock now. It became serious quickly! Down the shore, I always manage to get blisters when I run. Last weekend I forgot to wear my Wrightsocks the first time and did have some blisters forming AND my toes hurt while running. The next day: Wrightsocks: No blisters, no pain. I love them. Here are my fave 4:

Cushioned DLX
: great light support, cozy
SLX - cushioning and venting in key places
Running II: v.similar to the DLX
Cool Mesh: lighter than the rest with the same benefits

Good news- you can get these on amazon :) I love amazon. What can't you get there!

7.14.2009

early riser

I got up early this morning to make it to the Y when it opened at 5 so that I could get back home in time to feed Nick around 6:30. The only way I was up was because Nick must have been having a dream and cried around 4:15. (and I'm coaching a camp this week in the mornings so I wanted to get the workout out of the way so I wouldn't feel bad bringing Nick to daycare after I'm already leaving him in the morning). So I tried to doze for a little and wake up in time to go to the Y for once.. and I did. I was surprised at how many people were actually there. I swam 2000 yds, biked 4 miles and ran 2. My legs were tired by the end. But the idea of a mini tri workout changes things up for me. It kind of took too long though, I would have liked to run a little longer, maybe even bike too. I'm excited to do an outdoor bike at some point too. When I was down swimming, I put my suit in one of those water extractor machines and it got completely stuck and ruined. All ripped up. That sucked bigtime. It was great, actually, and felt good, to be up and working out at that hour (like in the non-pregnant/non baby days).


A few reviews for you . . .

amazing grass

I've tried all of the amazing grass now. I am a fan.

BARS: contain powder from the amazing superfood drink. Check out this ingredient list:
Organic Dates, Organic Agave Nectar, Amazing Grass Green SuperFood (Organic Wheat Grass, Organic Barley Grass, Organic Alfalfa, Organic Spirulina, Organic Spinach, Organic Chlorella, Organic Broccoli, Organic Acai, Organic Maca, Organic Carrot, Organic Beet, Raspberry, Organic Rose Hips, Pineapple, Green Tea, Organic Flax Lignans, L. Adidophilus, Alpha and Beta Amylase, Protease, Lipase, Lactase, Cellulase, Organic Peppermint), Organic Cashews, Organic Almond Butter, Organic Almonds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Dried Cranberries, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Dried Coconut and Organic Vanilla Extract. Allergy Information: Contains Almonds and Cashews

Green superfoodbar: has a great mix of ingredients including lots of veggies, though you can kind of tell that it is good for you :) Chocolate green superfood bar: the green superfood bar covered in cacao. It kind of masks the 'good for you' taste!
Click to enlarge - amazing meal nutritional facts
Amazing Meal: original blend, chocolate infusion and pomegranate mango infusion
My favorite was the chocolate, "A blend of greens, protein, fruits & vegetables infused with chocolate" it tasted like chocolate milk. The other 2 added to the flavor of the smoothie, but nothing crazy. They are chock full of health benefits, fruits and veggies! I used these after a hard run and they were great in a recovery smoothie! They have 110 calories and 10g of protein.

Amazing GREEN superfood
:
"One serving gives you the antioxidant equivalent of 7 servings of fruits and vegetables and helps you hit your daily quota. "

blend of tons of antioxidants,fruits and veggies. My favorite two were the berry flavor and chocolate. The berry really added to my fruit smoothie and chocolate was the chocolate milk taste again! They also have the superfood for kids which is awesome. I used these in my morning smoothie for 30 calories and a slew of benefits!

Organic Wheat Grass - I liked the flavor of this. 35 calories and tons of vitamins and minerals to share! :)


Thoughts: I would probably benefit most from the 30 calorie smoothies morning and/or afternoon as a boost to my smoothie! The meals were good for recovery food. I'm not sold on the bars, but I am used to sugary ones like balance bars and luna bars. I would eat them if I was hungry but they wouldn't be my first choice! I'd rather have a smoothie! I would choose the chocolate or berry flavors. Also, perhaps even more fun than the drink mixes is the cup that you can buy to go with it - I have been using it not only for smoothies but also for water! I love the little spout to drink from, like a water bottle. It makes me drink more water! I'm going to order some of the drink mix so that I am one up on my fruits and veggies everyday!



Want to try it out? Bid on some samples on Monday!
You can check all of these out at amazing grass. Amazon has them too!




Nike+
My battery died a long time ago. Maybe before Nick was born, or shortly after. I brought it to the apple store where I was told I had to get a whole new one. They don't have battery replacements? I liked the Nike+ especially when Paula Radcliffe came on to say good job to me. But I'm not buying a new one.
Choc Chip Cookie Dough - Breyers
I like how Breyers ice cream is all natural and it is tasty. However, the chocolate chip cookie dough flavor is missing so much cookie dough. They might as well call it vanilla. My sister brought me home some ice cream from a local place on the way home from DC to home on her move and it was chock full of cookie dough. Then I get some breyers for Bill since I won't share my local ice cream pint (selfish and mean) and that was so disappointing.

7.13.2009

One week to go!

One week until the big bake sale online here! Tell your friends! Spread the word!

I hope everyone had a great weekend! We went to the beach - it was nice! I wasn't too motivated to run, but it is a little easier down there sometimes. I did some easy short runs each day. I'm getting more accustomed to the bike at the gym - instead of the videogame type one, just a normal one.

I did a bunch of baking last week to take pictures for the bake sale and more for this week! Thank you to everyone who is baking for the bake sale!! You guys are awesome, and I am so appreciative!

Have a great start to the week!

7.09.2009

AMAZING GRASS
Amazing Grass - so far I have tried the Chocolate Amazing Meal, Original Amazing Meal, Pomegranate Green Food, the Green superfood bar and Chocolate Green superfood bar. Whenever I make a smoothie now, I use the fun cup! I am impressed with this stuff. It has so much going on - so many amazing ingredients, and yet, it doesn't taste like you are drinking or eating all of those ingredients.

The Original Green Superfood did not change the taste of my smoothie with spinach, bananas and berries. The Berry Green added a berry flavor to my smoothie - it was like having a dessert. The CHOCOLATE... oh man. This was like drinking chocolate milk. YUM!

The bars: Green superfood bar : maybe reminded me of Odwalla superfood bar. This was OK. I could tell it was good for me, if you know what I mean! The chocolate one is the same but coated in chocolate. I'll take it!!

So far, I really like this stuff! I have my Aria Protein Powder and some Hemp protein powder that I purchased at Trader Joe's - but these have more beneficial ingredients and flavors, chocolate especially, give it a great taste! I found that they sell it on amazon
too so check that out! I'll keep you updated as I try the other flavors.

So you want to try it? Amazing Grass will be an item for the auction coming up July 20th!! Mark those calendars!!

5 months 7.6.09

I forgot to do a 5 month postpartum wellness post, so here's where I am:

Body: Ehh. I'm not thrilled with my beach body right now. It is my stomach that seems to be the biggest problem. I look like I'm 3 months pregnant and want my abs back.

Mental/Emotional: I feel that since it is summer it is much easier for me to be home and happy about it, since no one is working (that I work with) - since I am a teacher! Most days I wonder how I will ever leave Nick 5 days/week until he is in school, and pray that a part-time position comes up that I can take on until that time! Sometimes I feel clueless and wonder what I am doing day after day and constantly wish I could have the same schedule everyday (for Nick - napping/eating, etc)- but I can't seem to get there.

Running: I have definitely a lost mojo right now. I'm really trying to get back into it. I'm in trial mode as far as running a hard marathon to see what I can do - that would be Steamtown in October. I didn't sign up, as I want to see how the training goes. So far, I skipped the 2nd week's longrun and I did this weekend's long run this morning and it dragged. I'm not motivated to work hard, alone, on the treadmill.

I kind of want to switch it up and find a tri to train for!

MISC:
Check out this promotion owater is running to be on their water bottle labels!
http://www.owater.com/label_comp.php


And again.. mark your calendars for some fun items to bid on coming up on JULY 20!

Tell your friends!
A sneak preview - peanut butter surprise cookies, owater, amazing grass, gluten free delights, mini cupcakes, chocolate chip banana bread, anzac cookies, peanut butter granola bars, granola, green tea cookies,... and much more!!! Lots of amazing items from awesome bakers and donators. Be sure to check it out!