I have to admit that tonight’s post almost didn’t happen. I’m tired! I had a great workout at gymnastics tonight, thanks to being the only person in class for a good 15 minutes. Yesterday I completed a 1.5 mile run! My previous run (1 mile) was last Tuesday (yes, I slacked off Thursday and Saturday),…
Archives for February 2013
A Taste of Fairhope Brewing Company
This past Saturday we finally visited the new Fairhope Brewing Company. Since its soft opening on January 6 and grand opening on February 16, the taproom has been bustling with business from thirsty beer-lovers. Though the brewery is small and its offerings are few (currently, there are 4 flagship beers on tap), this new establishment…
Farro with Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Carrots, and Onion
After last week’s lackluster meals, which came together from anything we could find in the freezer, pantry, or refrigerator, we spent the weekend meal planning and grocery shopping. Tonight’s dinner is a marriage between one of the greatest, most under-rated (in the non-food blogging world, at least) vegetables, brussels sprouts, and my newest culinary obsession, farro. Farro…
#16: What I Ate…While On Vacation!
It’s been a crazy busy week since returning from Clearwater & Orlando (a win for work, but a loss for the blog!)—but it wouldn’t be a proper Wednesday without linking up for What I Ate Wednesday. This week, I thought I’d share some of the fabulous (and disappointing) meals we consumed on vacation. First up:…
10 Tried and True Vegetarian Meals for Lent
Though I’m not Catholic, I did attend a Catholic college and usually make some sort of sacrifice during Lent. Last year, we gave up alcohol during the week. Though we don’t drink a lot, we do often enjoy a beer or glass of wine with dinner. That honestly wasn’t too difficult, and we avoided consuming…
10 Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Fitness Lover
Maybe it’s because I didn’t date a lot in high school or college (my longest dating “relationship” prior to meeting Mark was just 3 months!), but I’ve never been a huge fan of Valentine’s Day. My parents would always give me cards and candy, and while I enjoyed the grammar school tradition of passing out…
Mile Accomplished + WIAW #15
I always love Wednesdays, but I’m especially fond of today. In exactly one week, I will be at Harry Potter World sipping butter beer and learning how to use a magic wand! 🙂 Another reason I’m particularly happy today is my achievement of a small fitness goal. Last Thursday, Sunday, and yesterday, I ran a…
Crockpot Challenge #4: (The Best Ever) Slow Cooker Read Beans & Rice
My husband and I knew pretty early into our relationship that we would eventually marry and spend our lives together. Both somewhat phobic of relationships, we immediately clicked during my senior (his junior) year of college. Even our first Christmas was a special one, as he gave me one of my most cherished gifts I’ve…
Crockpot Challenge #3: Butternut Squash Soup
This past Wednesday, we chose to utilize the slow cooker once again. I’m beginning to appreciate the versatility of this one pot wonder! Our onion soup and pulled pork turned out beautifully, so I was excited to see if our success would continue with one of my favorites, butternut squash soup. Tuesday night, we prepped…
Mardi Gras Mambo: Tips, Recipes, and Things to See
Though I’ll be in Florida for Lundi and Mardi Gras (and haven’t celebrated either in several years due to work), I have plenty of Carnival experience under my belt. I’ve compiled a list of festive recipes and tips for surviving and making the most of this unique and revelry-filled holiday. Some tips: 1) Bring water….
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