tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57039146315623318992024-03-13T11:37:34.499-07:00Frost BitesJennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.comBlogger5391500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-82158039054900769452013-07-22T15:24:00.002-07:002013-07-23T11:36:49.519-07:00Healthy Strawberry Shortcake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-large;"><b>Low Fat Strawberry Shortcake </b></span><br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
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<li>2 1/4 cups AP flour</li>
<li>1/2 cup sugar (I used Splenda)</li>
<li>1 1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/4 cup cold butter (I used slightly less)</li>
<li>3/4 cup low fat buttermilk</li>
<li>light or fat free whipped topping (optional)</li>
<li>sliced fresh strawberries</li>
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1. Preheat oven to 450F.<br />
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2. Slice strawberries into thin slices and add 1/4 - 1/2 cup sugar (I used Splenda) and let macerate in the fridge.<br />
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3. Whisk dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Cut in butter using pastry blender under mixture resembles coarse crumbs, Make a well in the center and add the buttermilk. Stir until just moist.<br />
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4. Turn out the dough onto a nonstick mat or floured surface. Knead gently 2 or 3 times then flatten or roll to a 3/4 in thickness. Bake on a nonstick baking sheet for 12 minutes or until golden, Cool on a wire rack.<br />
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5. When cool, slice shortcake in half crosswise. Top with strawberries (and whipped topping if you'd like).<br />
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Hi friends!!!</div>
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Happy start to your work week! July is almost over which is <i>cray-cray</i>! Hard to believe...</div>
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Happy Birthday to my big sister today!!!</div>
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Our weekend started bright and early since hubby rode the <a href="http://www.emdesports.com/jedermanngranfondo/home.html">Jedermann Gran Fondo</a> on Saturday. I was so proud of him for finishing 112 miles and enduring the heat ☼!</div>
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I was left at home with Smallsie and I tackled 9 miles on the TM and made a protein smoothie afterwards.</div>
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Most of the day I spent cleaning and rearranging the basement which has been long overdue. I'll have pictures soon once I've got it all done.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Some recent eats:</span></div>
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<b>Fish Tacos</b></div>
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Made a batch of <b>low fat Blueberry Muffins</b></div>
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<b> Spicy Black Bean Tex Mex Salad</b> (I used <a href="https://www.morningstarfarms.com/products/burgers/spicy-black-bean-veggie-burgers">Morning Star Farms Spicy Black Bean Burger</a>)</div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Workout for the week:</span></b><br />
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<b>Sunday</b> - Body PUMP / Ran 4 miles<br />
<b>Monday</b> - Run 3 mi / Teach Zumba<br />
<b>Tuesday</b> - Body PUMP<br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - Teach Zumba and Body Attack<br />
<b>Thursday</b> - Teach Zumba<br />
<b>Friday</b> - Teach Zumba<br />
<b>Saturday</b> - Run 10 miles<br />
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<b><i>Anything planned for the week? Looking forward to the weekend????</i></b></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #6192a0; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><b>Banana Oatmeal Crumb Cake</b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica, Arial, Helvetica, Tahoma, sans-serif; font-weight: 300;"> <i>(adapted from <a href="http://www.bakeorbreak.com/2013/06/banana-oatmeal-crumb-cake/">Bake or Break</a>)</i></span><br />
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<b>Ingredients: </b></div>
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<b>For the cake:</b></div>
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5. Transfer cake batter to prepared pan.<br />
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1. Mix together oats, brown sugar, pecans, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly. Sprinkle mixture evenly over cake batter.</div>
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2. Bake 35-40 minutes, or until a pick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.</div>
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3. Cool 20-30 minutes before serving.</div>
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Has it really been 4 weeks since I last had a blog post <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☹</span>? </div>
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Wow, how time flies....<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;">summer</span></b> is almost halfway over --- <i>Waaah!</i></div>
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Well needless to say, the last few weeks have been fairly busy for me and the hubs. Busy at work, busy working out [and teaching], busy with household stuff [like yard work -- ugh!], but we managed to take some time off and a few weeks ago, we traveled to sunny California to visit my parents.</div>
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I had our itinerary ready for the short 4 days that we were to spend down there and I had so much I wanted to do!</div>
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One of which was to watch an Anaheim Angels baseball game.</div>
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We bought our tickets from Costco which ended up being a great deal! $65 for 2 tickets that included 2 small hot dogs and 2 small sodas.</div>
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The Angels played St. Louis Cardinals {Pujols' old team} so it was quite exciting. </div>
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View of the ball park from our seats</div>
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Another day we spent at the <a href="http://www.shopfashionisland.com/">Newport Fashion Island</a> which is an outside mall near the beach. It was such an awesome space to walk and do a little window shopping and saw lots of people walking their *designer dogs".<br />
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We went to the <a href="http://www.shopfashionisland.com/Movies/">Island Cinema</a> [a <i>luxury</i> movie theater] to watch Superman: Man of Steel</div>
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The lobby was really nice and surprisingly had a lot of people for a Sunday matinee at $17 a ticket. [We bought ours at a <i>Fandango discounted rate</i>, I think through Groupon].</div>
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Concession stand looked so classy --- [unlike <a href="http://www.hlntv.com/article/2013/05/06/honey-boo-boos-momma-gets-married">Momma June</a>].</div>
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You can place your order for any snacks or drinks and a server takes it right to your seat.</div>
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I ordered a plain soft pretzel that was served nice and warm.</div>
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Here's the inside of the movie theater. They have reserved seating so tickets are usually limited.</div>
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Seats were wide, nice and plush {leather} with a console in between for food and drinks.</div>
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That took care of 2 of my summer bucket list items. <i>Geesh</i>, I need to get on it if I'm going to check off everything on that list.</div>
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How are you doing in this <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: large;"><i>heatwave</i></span></b>????</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-style: italic;">(adapted from <a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/03/super-moist-carrot-cake-with-cream.html">Skinnytaste.com</a>)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">Calories:</span> 219 per serving (original recipe) * less with my tweaking*</div>
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<li>3/4 cup all-purpose flour</li>
<li>3/4 cup whole wheat flour</li>
<li>1 cup Splenda</li>
<li>1/4 cup flaked sweetened coconut</li>
<li>2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1 tsp salt</li>
<li>2 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>2 tbsp canola oil</li>
<li>1/2 cup Egg Beaters</li>
<li>1 1/2 tsp vanilla</li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="fullpost">2 cups grated carrots, </span><span class="fullpost">peeled</span></span></li>
<li>20 oz. can crushed pineapple in juice, drained </li>
<li>1/4 cup chopped walnuts plus 1/4 cup for topping</li>
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<li>8 oz Weight Watchers cream cheese</li>
<li>1 cup powdered sugar</li>
<li>1 tsp vanilla extract</li>
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<br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="fullpost"><span style="font-weight: bold;">1. Preheat</span> oven to 350°. In a large bowl, <span style="font-weight: bold;">combine</span> flour, Splenda, coconut, baking soda, salt, and spices; stir well with a whisk.<br /><br />2. In a medium bowl, <span style="font-weight: bold;">combine </span>oil, Egg Beaters, and vanilla; stir well. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Add </span>grated carrots and pineapple; <span style="font-weight: bold;">mix</span> well. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Fold</span> wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, batter will be stiff and dry but keep folding it and it will all come together. <b>Fold in</b> 1/4 cup chopped nuts.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />3. Spoo</span><span style="font-weight: bold;">n</span> batter into an 8" x 3" cake pan coated with cooking spray. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bake</span> at 350° for about 40-50 minutes, </span><span class="fullpost">depending on pan size</span><span class="fullpost"> or until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and cake is pulling away from sides of pan. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Cool</span> cake completely on a wire rack.<br /><br />4. To prepare frosting, </span><span style="font-weight: bold;">beat</span> together cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. <span class="fullpost"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Spread</span> frosting over top of cake. <b>Garnish</b> with remaining chopped walnuts.</span></span></div>
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I've found the best carrot cake recipe and I'm definitely going to make this one again.. and again!</div>
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A little late for this post but Happy Father's day to my Dad and to my hubby!</div>
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Hubby got to do what he wanted on <em>his </em>day which was: go for a walk with me and Smallsie and go on a bike ride. I made meatloaf that night and his favorite dessert to finish off the meal.</div>
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<strong>Honey Salmon with Quinoa on the side</strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Protein pancakes</span></strong> before hubby's long bike ride</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Carrot cake</strong></span> for dessert [recipe to follow]</div>
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Have a great day!</div>
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I did workout everyday, mainly ran on on TM anywhere from 3-8 miles (total of 28 miles ran during the 8 day cruise). I managed to get 2 Body Pump workouts in and 1 Body Attack class [all courtesy of my ipod and portable DVD player].<br />
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Needless to say, I had to get back to my routine (especially the "eating" part), when I came home and stepped on the f' $%@'ng scale!<br />
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It helps that I have a new favorite *gadget* thanks to <a href="http://www.poshmeetspavement.com/2013/03/all-about-my-fitbit.html">THIS</a> girl's review [as if I needed more *crap* to complete my techno challenged life].<br />
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(<i>new outfit from <a href="http://Ellie.com/">Ellie.com</a></i>)</div>
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After much work last week, I've lost <b>3 lbs</b>!!!</div>
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<b>Meal Plan and Workout for the week:</b><br />
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<b>Sunday -</b> REST day / <a href="http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/RecipePage.aspx?recipeid=369376690">Chunky Vegetable Beef Soup</a><br />
<b>Monday -</b> Body PUMP + Teach Zumba / Pasta w/ Pesto<br />
<b>Tuesday -</b> Run 4 mi / Black Bean Burger<br />
<b>Wednesday -</b> Teach Zumba + teach Body Attack / <a href="http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/RecipePage.aspx?recipeId=121311">Chicken Cacciotore</a><br />
<b>Thursday -</b> Body PUMP + Teach Zumba / <a href="http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/RecipePage.aspx?recipeid=142411">Chipotle Lime Shrimp</a><br />
<b>Friday -</b> Run 3 mi / <a href="http://laurenconrad.com/blog/post/good-eats-3-busy-girl-dinners-quick-easy-recipes-healthy-ilana-saul-2013">Low Carb Lasagna</a><br />
<b>Saturday -</b> Run 10 mi / Cajun Shrimp and Arugula<br />
<b>Sunday -</b> REST<br />
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<b><i>What do you do to maintain your weight during and after a vacation?</i></b><br />
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<b>1. Have friends over for summer dinner</b></div>
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<b>2. Go for a hike with Smalls <a href="http://www.cdaidparks.org/index.php/parks/tubbs-hill">HERE</a></b></div>
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<b>3. Go on a long weekend staycation</b></div>
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<b>4. Watch <a href="http://manofsteel.warnerbros.com/index.html?home">Superman</a> (Man of Steel) in a <a href="http://www.cinepolisusa.com/laguna-niguel.aspx">Luxury movie theater</a></b></div>
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<b> 5. See a <a href="http://losangeles.angels.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=ana#y=2013&m=7&calendar=DEFAULT">baseball game</a></b></div>
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<b>6. Bake something <a href="http://www.laaloosh.com/2011/01/27/blueberry-tart-recipe/">new</a> for summer</b></div>
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<b> 7. Actually go swimming </b></div>
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<b> 8. Have a summer cookout/barbecue</b></div>
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For some more ideas, check out my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/06/summer-solstice.html">last summer bucket list</a>!<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-16702386140467869572013-05-29T08:32:00.002-07:002013-05-29T08:32:48.349-07:00Cruisin' the Caribbean<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been MIA but for a good reason ☼. Hubby and I just got back from an 8 day cruise to the Caribbean!!!</div>
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We left for Ft. Lauderdale last Friday and after a long day of flying, it was nice to get to our hotel ---we stayed overnight at the <a href="http://pier66.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html?agn_smg_hhc_ppc_google_ss_keywordtype=nonbrand_destination_ft.lauderdale_hyattftlauderdale&mckv=sFuzNbJqu%7Cpcrid%7C11994258447%7Cmtid%7C3944cfd18966%7C">Hyatt</a>.</div>
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<i>{our view from our hotel room balcony}</i></div>
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Breakfast was included in the morning. We shared a veggie omelet and steel-cut oats.</div>
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The next morning was embarkation. We headed to the pier to board our ship.</div>
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The first 2 days were at sea. We had 4 ports to visit during the 8 day cruise.</div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">#1 stop: St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands)</span></b></div>
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<i>{Lounging on the ship in the afternoon}</i></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">#2 stop: Antigua</span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">#3 stop: Tortola (British Virgin Islands)</span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">#4 stop: Nassau (Bahamas)</span></b></div>
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We had such a wonderful and relaxing time. But honestly, 8 days on a cruise ship might have been a little too long for us to be on a ship. Nevertheless, it was *<i>glorious*</i> to not have to go to work, no cell phones, no Internet ---- (<i>no cooking -lol</i>) etc.</div>
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Just the two of us, enjoying our time with each other.</div>
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<b>Happy 21st Anniversary, hubs!</b></div>
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Check out our last cruise <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/12/carnival-fun-ship.html">HERE</a>...<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-20681473775097180042013-05-06T14:50:00.002-07:002013-05-06T15:00:13.924-07:00Bloomsday 2013Hello there!<br />
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Our Cinco de Mayo was spent running the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><b>37th Annual Bloomsday</b></span></a>!</span></div>
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The guest of honor was Bill Iffrig. You might recognize him as the older gentleman that stumbled to the ground when the first bomb went off in the Boston Marathon (he's from Lake Stevens, WA)</div>
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I picked up our packets at the Trade Show on Friday. I didn't stay too long but I did manage to get a new pair of Balega socks (my fave!)</div>
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We got up that morning around 6 am and had our usual pre-race breakfast. I did have some coffee (!) with an English muffin topped with peanut butter. We drove to the designated pick up area for the Spokane Transit bus to take us downtown.</div>
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We got there fairly early and had about an hour or so to wait before the race started. Nothing too special about my outfit, but I think I should've worn something "cooler" on top. We were in the Yellow group (just after the Elite group) which didn't start until 9 am and the temperature then was probably around the 60's already.</div>
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Hubby had not even been running at all. He's been riding his bike more and had just gotten back from Seattle the night before.</div>
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I wasn't really feeling this race at all. Maybe the heat had a lot to do with it but I had a hard time getting up Doomsday hill this year (took me 5 min compared to 4:03 last year)</div>
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The scene after I crossed the finish line. It was sooo<i> dang</i> hot, there were so many people (mainly teenagers) that were throwing up after crossing the finish line. I saw lots of "heat exhaustion" throughout the course, too! </div>
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It didn't take long for hubby to cross the finish line as well.... he had an *impressive* time for not having been running this year at all.</div>
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Throw-away clothes that the volunteers pick up after the race.</div>
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Then we had our own Cinco de Mayo celebration at home: Crab ceviche with chips</div>
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My official time: <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1:09:05</span></b> (3 min slower than last year). My pace was 9:15.</div>
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I placed 35th out of 538 among 43-yr old females and 5,143 overall.</div>
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Hubby's time was: <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1:15:26.</span></b></div>
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I just though this picture was cute!</div>
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Side note: I had my allergy appointment the other day too. Nothing much has changed which is good (that just means nothing is better either - ☺☺)<br />
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<b>Sunday</b> - Bloomsday (7.46 miles)</div>
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<b>Monday</b> - Body Pump +Teach Zumba</div>
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<b>Tuesday</b> - Run 4 mi</div>
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<b>Wednesday</b> - Teach Zumba + Teach Body Attack</div>
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<b>Thursday </b>- Body Pump + Teach Zumba</div>
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<b>Friday</b> - Run 3 mi</div>
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<b>Saturday</b> - Rest</div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - Run 6 mi<br />
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<b><i>How did you spend your weekend??</i></b></div>
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I think this my 4th or 5th "fix" and it's always nice to get a little surprise at your doorstep when you get home.</div>
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The other tops look a little boxy and I didn't quite like the style so I only ended up getting the black one. I've suspended my monthly fixes for awhile since we did quite a bit of shopping during our last trip to Seattle.</div>
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I still think it's convenient and fun to be a member and you don't have to commit to monthly "fixes".</div>
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If you're interested in signing up, check out <a href="http://stitchfix.com/sign_up?referrer_id=3035487">Stitch Fix</a> online!</div>
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Having the sun come out is a luxury these days. This little guy loves it!</div>
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This picture is right after he had his teeth cleaned a few weeks ago. The vet had to put him to sleep during the procedure and he hadn't had anything to eat since the night before. He looked so sad but had pearly whites to show for it.</div>
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Rainbows during our trip to Seattle. We saw at least 4 over the weekend.</div>
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I had a massage session this past weekend. It was oh so wonderful!!! I know I say it every time....but it's best money spent!</div>
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How was your weekend??</div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - Ran 4 mi/Body Pump<br />
<b>Monday</b> - teach Zumba<br />
<b>Tuesday</b> - Run 3 mi<br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - Body PUMP/ teach Zumba/teach Body Attack<br />
<b>Thursday</b> - teach Zumba<br />
<b>Friday</b> - REST<br />
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I was purging my pantry one day and decided to make use of some stash I had from winter.</div>
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I entered a few ingredients on to Google and this recipe came up.</div>
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<li>2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed</li>
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<li>1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract</li>
<li>1/2 cup all-purpose flour</li>
<li>1/4 cup whole wheat flour</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1 1/2 cups rolled oats</li>
<li>3/4 cup dried cranberries (or raisins)</li>
<li>3/4 cup chocolate chips, chopped (optional, could also use walnuts)</li>
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3) The cookies should be two inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes, taking them out when golden around the edges but still a little undercooked-looking in the middle. Let them sit on the hot baking sheet for five minutes before transferring them to a rack to cool.</div>
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It's been almost 4 weeks since I last blogged. After what happened in Boston, it seems so trivial and not-as-important in the grand scheme of things.<br />
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What mostly kept me away was my *carpal tunnel* acting up. Now that I'm back to working in the clinic, I use a laptop so much during the day, that I had to make some adjustments including laying off using my home computer for a while. It has definitely made a difference.<br />
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Speaking of work, I now have to be in the clinic daily but I at least control my own hours. I insisted on keeping "part-time" hours and I'm lucky enough to be able to do that. I continue to teach 4 classes at the gym in the afternoon and night as well as keep up my running 3 times a week... so overall, I stay busy enough that I've tried to prioritize what's important.<br />
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This past weekend, hubby and I went to Seattle for my niece's baptism. I'm glad we went because it just puts everything into perspective. That living life is more important than living in fear and how important it is for us to cherish our family and friends.<br />
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And here's my new obsession...</div>
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I may be 7 years late but at least I'll be caught up with all 7 seasons in about two more weeks. I just can't forget cooking, cleaning, laundry, work, gym .... Oh, and that there's a world other than being in front of the TV.</div>
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<b><i>How's your life lately?</i></b></div>
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Hi there ☺! </div>
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I'm back after a quick trip to Washington DC.</div>
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Hubby had a meeting to go to while I ran the <a href="http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/usa/event-details">Rock N' Roll Half Marathon</a>.</div>
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We got in Thursday night after a long flight from the West coast. We stayed at the <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasjw-jw-marriott-washington-dc/">JW Marriot hotel</a> which is right on Pennsylvania Ave in downtown DC.</div>
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The rooms were small but nevertheless comfortable.</div>
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And you can't beat the view from our window.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The hotel elevators were pretty cool, you just enter the floor you're going to and it tells you which elevator to take [non-stop].<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HftX1hPV_oI/UUcqNZuxDfI/AAAAAAAAOBE/N9ymcaJTdO0/s1600/IMG_0357.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HftX1hPV_oI/UUcqNZuxDfI/AAAAAAAAOBE/N9ymcaJTdO0/s640/IMG_0357.JPG" width="480" /></a><br /><br />As soon as we got settled, we walked a block to have Happy Hour at <a href="http://www.thehamiltondc.com/">The Hamilton</a>.</span><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7jCGm3XfTRA/UUcqi2unvRI/AAAAAAAAOBg/GtN-ItlRYaU/s1600/IMG_0359.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="font-size: medium; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7jCGm3XfTRA/UUcqi2unvRI/AAAAAAAAOBg/GtN-ItlRYaU/s640/IMG_0359.JPG" width="640" /></a><br />
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The following day, we took the <a href="http://www.wmata.com/">Metro</a> to the <a href="http://www.dcconvention.com/Venues/DCArmory.aspx">Armory</a> where the Expo was held so that I can pick up my bib and all kinds of goodies.</div>
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And lunch was at the <a href="http://www.capcitybrew.com/">Capitol City Brewing Company</a> where it was pretty crowded with more people in suits and ties.</div>
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We went back to the hotel to rest and watch some basketball hoops.</div>
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Dinner that night was at a local Thai restaurant called <a href="http://www.haadthairestaurant.com/">Haad Thai</a>. We shared an appetizer and phad thai since we were still pretty full from lunch {and non-stop carbo-loading}.</div>
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The next morning was the race. Weather was forecasted to rain all day but it started out in the 40's (warmer than the last couple of days we've been there). 30,000 expected runners.</div>
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I had lots of layers on in anticipation of the freezing temps.</div>
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It turned out, the weather cooperated with no rain throughout the race at all. I took my gloves, jacket and hat off around mile 4. There was one steep hill around mile 6 but otherwise, the course was pretty flat. My knees also cooperated since there weren't many downhill portions.</div>
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It also took a while to get through the post-race *maze* since everyone was moving so stinkin' slow ---- trying to get their medals, drinks and FOOD!</div>
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But hubby and I managed to find each other and we took the Metro back to the hotel to rest and shower.</div>
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Linner was at <a href="http://www.gordonbiersch.com/locations/washington-dc?action=view">Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant</a>, we got 10% off our bill for showing my "race bib".</div>
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I was so in the mood to chow down *greasy food*.</div>
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After lunch, we just walked around the corner to check out <a href="http://www.fordstheatre.org/">Ford's Theater</a> where Lincoln was shot.</div>
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My flight the next morning was very early, I had to leave the hotel around 6 am.</div>
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It was another loooong flight -- almost 6 hours non-stop to Seattle and then another hour to Spokane.<br />
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Guess, who was waiting to cuddle???</div>
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I finished my sixth half-marathon in <b>2:02:48</b> (better than my time in 2012). Overall, I really enjoyed the RNR race, very well organized, great Expo and the atmosphere was FUN! I would definitely do the DC race again but maybe next time, spend more time to explore the city.</div>
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<b><i>How did you spend your weekend? </i></b></div>
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-67958682616118106732013-03-15T11:52:00.000-07:002013-03-15T11:52:55.579-07:00Chocolate Pecan Cookies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #f1c232;"><b style="font-size: x-large;">Chocolate Pecan Cookies </b><i>(adapted from <a href="http://www.bakeorbreak.com/2011/03/chocolate-chunk-pecan-cookies/">Bake or Break</a>)</i></span><br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">4. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake cookies until golden around the edges but a little soft in the center. Baking time will vary depending on the size of the cookies. Smaller cookies (2-inch diameter) bake for 13-15 minutes. Larger cookies may require up to 18 minutes.</span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">5. Cool on baking sheets on wire racks for a few minutes. Then, transfer from baking sheets to wire racks to cool completely.</span></b></div>
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1. Happy hour with my favorite <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-big-50.html">date</a></div>
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2. Shopping from <a href="http://www.zulily.com/?tid=srchgoog_zulily_7494924784_E_Brand_-_(E)_Brand_-_Name&gclid=CLmz1KaL-rUCFa9aMgodQxQAwA">home</a></div>
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3. DD back from Mexico</div>
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4. Lazy mornings with my sweet boy!</div>
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<i>...doesn't take much!</i><br />
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Ok so I've been MIA for a while....it's been pretty busy on my end and there are days that the last thing I want to do is think about blogging. </div>
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Nothing too exciting --- just working, teaching, training --- <b>WTT</b><i>. {just like GTL but not as much fun?!]. </i>That pretty much consumes most of my time and weekends are for *crashing*...or *chores* or *practicing*. </div>
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Plus <a href="http://www.ncaa.com/march-madness">March Madness</a> is coming up and we have been glued to watching tons of basketball games on TV --- of course, rooting for <a href="http://www.gozags.com/SportSelect.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=26400&SPID=90846&SPSID=627537">THIS</a> team, maybe they'll be #1 by next week?</div>
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For your entertainment ..... here's some random pictures from my iphone.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pizza while watching the Zags -- [photo bombed by a "monkey dog" licking his chops]</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">New gym/studio where I'll be teaching Body STEP and Zumba .. [supposed to open this weekend].</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just before Zumba class</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lounging with the *prince*.<br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /><b>Some Recent eats:</b><br /><br />One day I attempted to make these <a href="http://picky-palate.com/2013/02/08/brown-butter-salted-chocolate-chip-cookie-for-one/">Brown Butter Chocolate Chip cookies </a>based on <a href="http://picky-palate.com/2013/02/08/brown-butter-salted-chocolate-chip-cookie-for-one/">Picky Palate's </a>recipe. Except I decided to double the recipe for hubby and I.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bo0ct4RdQcM/US_C50z0AAI/AAAAAAAAN7k/kZBcXrLhioA/s1600/IMG_6527.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bo0ct4RdQcM/US_C50z0AAI/AAAAAAAAN7k/kZBcXrLhioA/s640/IMG_6527.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></td></tr>
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Uhhhh -- major FAIL! They turned out to be cakey.</div>
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But why let a cookie go to waste? Yup, I still ate it!</div>
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<b> DINNERS:</b></div>
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<a href="http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipe/chicken-and-barley-soup/">Chicken and Barley Soup</a> (<a href="http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipe/chicken-and-barley-soup/"><i>from Fitness magazine</i></a>)</div>
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<a href="http://www.self.com/fooddiet/recipes/2013/02/vegetable-quesadillas-with-fresh-salsa">Vegetable Quesadilla </a> (<i>from <a href="http://Self.com/">Self.com</a></i>)</div>
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<a href="http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/2010/04/turkey-meatballs-with-asian-noodles.html">Turkey Meatball with Asian Noodles</a> (<a href="http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/2010/04/turkey-meatballs-with-asian-noodles.html"><i>from Gluten Free Goddess</i></a>)</div>
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I managed 11 miles today on the "mill", then teaching Zumba tonight and watching the Zags play against BYU.<br />
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Let me leave you with a great new Zumba song I've been working on choreographing.<br />
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Have a great end to your <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>February</b></span>....welcome <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><b>March</b></span>!<br />
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I practically live in my <strike>pajamas</strike> gym clothes and I love how athletic wear have become so versatile. You can wear them not only at the gym but to run errands and everyday wear even.</div>
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Recently, I told you that I've <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2013/01/pv-body-monthly-motivation.html">subscribed to pvbody.com </a>which has now become <a href="http://Ellie.com/">Ellie.com</a>. The demand has been so overwhelming that the company decided to start making their own athletic wear. I'm anxiously waiting for my first delivery of their NEW line. Check them out <a href="http://www.ellie.com/">HERE</a>.</div>
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In my efforts to do my part in helping the economy, here's some other recent purchases.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.movingcomfort.com/Sale/sale,default,sc.html">Moving Comfort</a> was having a sale, so I scored some new sports bras</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">January shipment from pvbody.com. The top was from Nux and the bottom was Ellie.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://gearup.active.com/Event.aspx?l=00010780115500000000">ActiveGearUp</a> had a sale on <a href="http://www.aspaerispivotshorts.com/">Aspaeris</a> women's compression shorts<br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NV4aZeI4v7A/USVZYyBjY4I/AAAAAAAAN5g/M4LTPZugyLQ/s1600/2013-02-20_1516.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="254" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NV4aZeI4v7A/USVZYyBjY4I/AAAAAAAAN5g/M4LTPZugyLQ/s640/2013-02-20_1516.png" width="640" /></a></span></td></tr>
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Stir Fry w/ Tofu</div>
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Nachos using Ground Turkey</div>
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<b>Any recent purchases for you?</b></div>
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<i>I'm thankful that my "job" at the gym helps me with my addiction.</i></div>
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Did you do anything fun?<br />
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Well mine started out excellent!!!!<br />
I was given Friday off of work so I took that day to do my LONG RUN (10 miles). I have 4 more weeks before <a href="http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/usa">RNR in DC</a>. I'm getting excited...<br />
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Then I had a massage scheduled and used my Groupon.</div>
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<a href="http://vidasalon-spa.com/">Vida Salon</a> is fairly new in town - been open for about 3 years. </div>
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I didn't have high expectations but was pleasantly surprised at how relaxing and classy the ambiance was. They offer salon, spa and even pilates services.</div>
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<b>Best. $35. Spent. Ever.</b></div>
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It was a 60 minute combination deep-tissue/sports massage/stone therapy.</div>
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I was in <b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: lime;">heaven</span></i></b>!</div>
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In fact, I scheduled 2 more sessions since I bought the Groupon, they gave me a discounted price.</div>
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Then I headed home to start our "Valentine's dinner" - eventhough it was a day late.</div>
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<a href="http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/RecipePage.aspx?recipeid=224411">Baked Ziti</a></div>
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"Lightened" Chocolate Cake</div>
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(I used applesauce instead of oil and egg whites instead of whole eggs)</div>
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.....so moist!</div>
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Here are the goodies I got for V-day.</div>
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POPSUGAR Must Have for February</div>
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And my Stitch Fix #3</div>
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[I ended up keeping only the color-blocked top].</div>
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The rest of my weekend was spent doing chores and practicing for our launch this Saturday.</div>
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<b>Workout for the week:</b></div>
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<b>Sunday -</b> Run 4 mi</div>
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<b>Monday -</b> Body Pump, teach Zumba</div>
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<b>Tuesday -</b> Run 3 mi</div>
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<b>Wednesday -</b> Body Pump, teach Zumba and Body Attack</div>
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<b>Thursday -</b> teach Zumba</div>
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<b>Friday -</b> Rest</div>
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<b>Saturday -</b> Launch, Run 11 mi</div>
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<b><i>Have a great start to your week!</i></b></div>
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<span id="goog_70699299"></span><span id="goog_70699300"></span>Happy Valentine's to my very own Ryan Gosling.</div>
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and to my DD.</div>
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<b><i>Plans for today ??? </i></b></div>
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...isn't that romantic?</div>
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<b>Enjoy yours</b> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">♥</span>.</div>
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...since I've gone to <b>Happy Hour </b>-- haha!</div>
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Last Friday, hubby and I decided to cap the busy week off with happy hour. It's been awhile since we've gone to HH (remember my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2013/01/diet-overhaul.html">"cleanse"</a> in January)....so we tried this <strike>old</strike> *new-to-us* place in town called <b><a href="http://steelheadbarandgrille.com/">Steelhead Bar and Grille</a>.</b></div>
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Nice ambiance and it was pretty crowded - typical Friday night happy hour crowd.</div>
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$5 cocktails and $3 draft beers</div>
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$6 appetizers</div>
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A full pound of drummettes and wings rolled in your choice of Hot & Spicy, BBQ, or Sweet Thai Chili sauce. Served with ranch dressing, celery and carrots. </div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold;"> ---</i> glad happy hour is back in my life!</div>
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<li>1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats</li>
<li>1 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li>1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon</li>
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<li>1/2 teaspoon kosher salt</li>
<li>1 cup (2 sticks) butter; softened</li>
<li>1 cup packed light brown sugar</li>
<li>1 cup Splenda</li>
<li>1 cup pure pumpkin puree</li>
<li>1 large egg</li>
<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract</li>
<li>1 cup white chocolate chips</li>
<li>1 cup dried cranberries; roughly chopped</li>
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We survived Superbowl Sunday and a semi-"food"-coma. It's a good thing I taught <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/ripped-training.html">RIPPED</a> the day before [except I'm really feeling the Abs portion the day after]. I subbed for that class and since I don't teach it often enough, I can definitely feel the burn and muscles that don't "normally" get a workout afterwards. Then I did the new Body PUMP in the morning.</div>
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What was on the menu, you ask?</div>
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I made these <a href="http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/food/recipes/not-your-average-garlic-knot/">Garlic Knots</a> as appetizers. They <i>sounded good</i> and <i>smelled even better</i>. Then I realized, I'm just eating "pizza dough" so after tasting carb-heaven, half of it went to the trash. Damn you <a href="http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/food/recipes/not-your-average-garlic-knot/">Rachael Ray</a>!<br />
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Then for the main event, I made <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/09/labor-ing-for-labor-day.html">Barbacoa</a> in the crockpot.</div>
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Turned it into "Chipotle-style" salad without rice and some black beans.</div>
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.... and a Brownie (from a <a href="http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/recipes/297923/Weight-Watchers-better-brownies">Weight Watcher's recipe</a>) to end the meal.</div>
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<b>Workout for the week:</b></div>
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<b>Monday</b> - Run 4 mi + teach Zumba</div>
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<b>Tuesday</b> - Body PUMP</div>
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<b>Wednesday</b> - Run 3 m + teach Zumba + teach Body Attack</div>
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<b>Thursday</b> - Teach Zumba</div>
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<b>Friday</b> - Rest</div>
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<b>Saturday</b> - Run 9 mi</div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - Body PUMP</div>
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And just in case you decided to go out shopping {or something } instead of watching the Superbowl, here's what you missed during Halftime.</div>
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<i style="font-weight: bold;">Oh, I'm gonna try and do my *faux* Beyonce moves tonight at Zumba </i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺!</span></div>
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<li>1 cup AP flour</li>
<li>1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>1 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/4 tsp ground nutmeg</li>
<li>3/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt</li>
<li>1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup applesauce</li>
<li>1/4 cup canola oil</li>
<li>2 large egg whites</li>
<li>2 1/2 cups shredded carrots</li>
<li>1/2 cup chopped pecans</li>
<li>1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped</li>
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2. Whisk together, flours, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nutmeg in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, brown sugar, applesauce, oil and egg whites until mixed blended. Add applesauce mixture to flour mixture until flour mixture is moistened (do not overmix). Stir in carrots, pecans and cranberries just until blended. Spread evenly into prepared pan.<br />
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3. Bake until toothpick inserted into center of bread comes out clean, about 50-60 minutes. Let cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove bread from pan and let cool completely on rack.<br />
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Brrrr.</div>
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It's Meatless Monday in our household...a recipe I found from <a href="http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2013/01/spinach-mushroom-tart.html">Shabby Creek Cottage</a> for <a href="http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2013/01/spinach-mushroom-tart.html">Spinach Mushroom Tart</a></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 box frozen spinach, thawed</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">16 oz. fresh, sliced mushrooms </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/3 cup finely diced onions</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 cloves garlic</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 Tbs. butter</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 cup ricotta cheese</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 cup shredded Swiss cheese</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">1 1/3 sheet of puff pastry </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a sauce pan, start by melting the butter over medium heat, then add in the onions & saute until translucent. Add in the garlic and mushrooms and cook until the mushrooms are completely cooked. After the mushroom mixture is cooked, set aside to slightly cool.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Next, in a mixing bowl, mix together the egg & ricotta cheese. Squeeze the moisture out of the spinach using a kitchen towel, then add it to the ricotta mixture & incorporate them together. Add in the mushroom mixture & both kinds of cheese, salt & pepper - mix all together to create the filling.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Using thawed puff pastry dough (the kind from the freezer section), open up a whole sheet, then take 1/3 of another sheet and seal the edges with your fingers on a lightly oiled 9 x 12 sheet pan (or just center it on a larger pan.) Prick the dough all over with a fork to keep it from rising too much in the middle. Put the filling on top, spreading it out over the dough, leaving about a 1/2 inch rim around the edge. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly brown.</span></div>
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I also got my first box of <a href="https://musthave.popsugar.com/">Popsugar Must Have</a>. I subscribed for 3 months (as part of my Christmas present). I wanted to try this subscription service since they give you full-size items (and not just sample sizes) to try and for $35 (free S/H), I didn't think it was so bad.<br />
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I also got Epicuren Lip Balm, Jet-Puffed Vanilla Mallow Bits, and a $15 credit to Castegram to design your own photo-based cell phone cover.<br />
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Overall, I think my first box was a good mixture of different of items curated, don't you think?<br />
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<b>Workout for the week:</b><br />
Monday - Run 4 mi & teach Zumba<br />
Tuesday - Body Pump<br />
Wednesday - Run 3 mi & teach Zumba and Body Attack<br />
Thursday - Teach Zumba<br />
Friday - Rest<br />
Saturday - teach RIPPED<br />
Sunday - Run 8 mi<br />
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<b><i>What do you have planned for the week?</i></b><br />
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I was soo happy to get my second Stitch Fix delivered the other day. I've been waiting for this one since the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/12/my-first-stitch-fix.html">first shipment</a> selection was more or less a "trial" run. Now I think they're starting to know my style a little bit more.<br />
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Love the feel of this top, the material is so soft and it has capped sleeves. You can even put a belt and cinch it at the waist for more definition if you'd like. Love the color, too. As usual, they always include styling suggestions with the pieces.</div>
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Love the stripes on this one. A little too *trendy* for me since the front actually drapes and the back is "normal". But you can wear it with leggings or just even jeans,</div>
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My favorite of the bunch is this blouse. It is sheer but it has a built-in cami inside. It is appropriate enough for the office or just with casual wear, too. [Note that one arm is NOT really longer than the other ☺].</div>
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When I saw the pattern on this cardigan, I wasn' too sure about it. But when you put it on, it's actually very comfy and doesn't look so bad. You can pair it with a scarf and jeans, have it buttoned or not.</div>
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Love the color of this infinity scarf. The material is very light and airy so you can wear it in warm weather, too.<br />
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Overall, I liked all the pieces in this shipment. I decided to keep all of them. <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/">Stitch Fix</a> always asks for feedback on all the clothes so that they can do an <strike>even</strike> better job next time around.</div>
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I ♥ cookies!!! Especially chocolate chip cookies. On the other hand, hubby likes oatmeal cookies so why not combine all these goodies with dried cranberries?<br />
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Then I don't feel so guilty. Healthy and indulgent all at once.<br />
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I found this great recipe by <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/oatmeal-cranberry-and-chocolate-chunk-cookies-recipe/index.html">Giada de Laurentiis</a>. The only thing I changed was I used Splenda for the regular sugar.<br />
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<b>Oh the awesomeness!</b></div>
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Loved every bite!</div>
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Good morning everyone <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">❆</span>!</div>
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Hubby and I took Smalls out to go for a walk down the <a href="http://www.spokaneriver.net/">river</a>. It was sooo friggin'<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;"><b>c-o-l-d</b></span></span>!!!</div>
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The river looked so serene and peaceful and eventhough it was chilly [25F], it was still very pretty and I was glad to be out there {even if it was just for 15 minutes}.</div>
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Smalls didn't mind the snow at all. He was happy and excited to have different sites and smells.</div>
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I was bundled up with at least 3 layers of clothing. I had to wear shades [<i>the future's so bright</i>] since the snow was so *blinding* in the sunshine.</div>
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When I couldn't feel my hands and feet and somehow felt *<b>frostbite</b>* setting in on my nose, I knew it was time to go.</div>
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Smalls quickly followed suit.</div>
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Dinner that night was <b>Cioppino </b>with sourdough bread....</div>
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...coupled with big a disappointment when <a href="http://espn.go.com/blog/collegebasketballnation/post/_/id/73375/rapid-reaction-4">Gonzaga lost to Butler </a>in the last 4.6 seconds of the game.</div>
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I guess you can't win 'em all.</div>
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<li>working out - training for HM</li>
<li>teach at gym</li>
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<li><i>- repeat - </i></li>
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We did manage to see a movie last weekend.</div>
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And then I ventured to <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=5508&mlink=5151,5949269,HP_LN_2_Headline&clink=5949269">Old Navy</a> to check out their <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/08/tightwad-tuesday.html">athletic line</a>. I left with these goodies. I got a colorful bubble tank top and heather grey capri pants. Can't beat the price and their 40% sale ends today.</div>
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Here's some <b>recent eats</b>:</div>
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Beef stew</div>
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Baked Cod with broiled zucchini</div>
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Baked Mac n' Cheese </div>
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Potato Casserole</div>
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Turkey Chili</div>
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American Idol starts tonight -- I love watching the auditions and then my interest wanes after that. </div>
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<i>adapted from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Weight-Watchers-Complete-Cookbook-Cooker/dp/1118476530/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1357751872&sr=1-4&keywords=weight+watcher%27s+cookbooks">Weight Watcher's New Complete Cookbook</a></i></div>
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<li>5 oz. bag spinach - rinsed but do not dry</li>
<li>1 large egg</li>
<li>2 Tbsp plain bread crumbs</li>
<li>2 Tbsp plain fat free yogurt</li>
<li>1 tsp dried dill</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/8 tsp pepper</li>
<li>1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese</li>
<li>Baby portobello mushrooms - I used 15 - stems removed</li>
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1. Preheat oven to 400F. Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray<br />
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2. Heat a skillet over high heat. Add the spinach and cook, stirring for about 3 minutes until wilted. Transfer to a cutting board and chop then transfer to a bowl, mix in egg, bread crumbs, milk, oregano, salt, pepper, goat cheese.<br />
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3. Place the mushrooms, stems side down in the baking dish and bake in the oven for about 5 minutes. Turn the mushroom over, stuff with spinach mixture then bake for about 15 minutes longer.<br />
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Hey there! How's it going???</div>
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We're in a winter snow storm watch here in the PNW. Poor hubby had to shovel at least 11 inches of snow this morning from the driveway.</div>
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How was your first week of 2013? </div>
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Hubby and I checked out<a href="http://www.northernquest.com/"> Northern Quest Casino</a> last Friday on our *date night*. Yes, we went to the {seafood} buffet but I doubled up on the salad/veggies this time. I had some of the crab legs, had the sugar-free dessert and no coffee.</div>
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Then the rest of the weekend was spent working out in the mornings and <i><b>vegging out </b></i>the rest of the day. But we did manage to go to Costco, do some grocery shopping and other chores around the house in between.</div>
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Some recent eats: I've been doing my own 14-day detox cleanse so every morning, I've been having a smoothie instead of coffee.</div>
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I chose to purchase <a href="http://www.rawgreenorganics.com/rawjuvenate/">Rawjuvenate</a> because it's all natural, organic and vegetarian.</div>
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....and it's very simple and easy.</div>
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From their website:</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #111111; font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;">Rewind to New Year's Day. We have a tradition in our family that hubby cooks <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/12/lengua-and-lulu.html">"Lengua"</a> every year.</span></span></div>
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I've written <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/12/lengua-and-lulu.html">a post</a> on this before so if you want the check out the recipe, click <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/12/lengua-and-lulu.html">HERE</a>.</div>
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It is soooo good and probably one of my favorite Filipino dishes.</div>
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I definitely miss my coffee in the morning, other than that....<i>detox is not so bad.</i><br />
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If losing weight was one of your New Year's resolutions, here's some tips that I find helpful:<br />
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<li style="text-align: left;">Get enough sleep, at least 7 hours. Keep technology out or off during bedtime.</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Breathe your way thin. - Breathe in for 8 counts, hold your breath for 8 counts then breathe out for 8 counts, 8 minutes a day</li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Minion W01 SmBd It', serif; font-size: 19px;">You take a quick quiz and create a personal pv.body style profile. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Minion W01 SmBd It', serif; font-size: 19px;">They have experts that will put together a personalized outfit for you then they</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-family: 'Minion W01 SmBd It', serif; font-size: 19px;"> ship your outfit to your door for free! </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-size: 19px;">They also have easy</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-size: 19px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-size: 19px;"><a href="http://www.pvbody.com/pvbody-returns">returns</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f; font-size: 19px;">.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 19px;">My first shipment came in this cute sparkly pink package --- <i>who doesn't like that?</i></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #2f2f2f;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 19px;">Did you make an inspiration board this year. Check out <a href="http://pinterest.com/jenfro1/inspiration-board-2013/">MINE</a>.</span></span><br />
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We couldn't stay up to watch the ball drop at midnight....so we watched it 3 hours earlier. </div>
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We had a pretty quiet New Year's Eve----</div>
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I signed up for my first race in 2013: <a href="http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/usa?gclid=CKXvoMDGx7QCFSFyQgod-2oATA">Rock N' Roll Half Marathon in Washington DC</a>. Great way to start the New Year!!!</div>
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Hi friends <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☃!</span> It's going to be a cold week here in the PNW. As low as 10 degrees overnight on New Year's! <i>Ugh!</i><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/michael-chiarello/next-day-turkey-soup-recipe/index.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Next Day Turkey Soup</span></a></b></div>
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Yes, <b>soup</b> of course! We've been having *turkey* for days on end since Christmas. It's almost all gone, but this one recipe is definitely a keeper. </div>
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I also made Crab Ceviche one day.</div>
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Not as good as when we were <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/12/todos-santos-pueblo-magico.html">HERE</a>...but close.</div>
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With all the holiday goodies and end of the year guilt... it's time to revisit those 2012 goals of mine and see how I did.<br />
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;"><i>Continue to work on eating healthier and reducing *junk food* consumption. </i></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;"><i>Sign up and do at least 1 race per season (5K, 10K or even a HM)</i></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;"><i>Stress less and spend some time meditating and relaxing (i.e. massage at least every other month -- odd months)</i></span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>Drink more water</i></span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Did I fall off the wagon as far as eating healthy -- of course I did but I think I was more mindful of it this year than most. As far as <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/p/races.html">races</a> go, I did a 5K, 12K, 2 HM's and a Relay so definitely surpassed my goals of 500 miles this year. I give myself an <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">A-</span> for managing stress and drinking more water.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><i>Workout (Professional): </i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">A-</span></b></span></span></span></div>
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<li><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;">Get back into teaching Body Attack (HIIT) and </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;">incorporate some running back into my regimen.</span></i></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;"><i>Incorporate yoga back into workouts.</i></span></li>
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I'm back teaching Body Attack and got certified in <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/ripped-training.html">RIPPED</a> this year. I failed as far as getting yoga into my workouts --- no excuse :(</div>
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Also in 2012, I went back to work as a part-time RN which I'm liking (still). Not as stressful as my previous position and I only have to go in 3 days a week. It's a great feeling to be earning $$$ again but also the satisfaction of work, being busy and helping others.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><i>Finances:</i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">B</span></b></span></span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;"><i>Get an app to keep track of personal expenses</i></span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Getting an <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/08/a-chance-to-start-over.html">app</a> was easy. I kept up with keeping track of my expenses until around September when it got quite difficult with planning a <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-big-50.html">birthday party</a>, trips and holidays. Somehow, I just lost track. Also great to have a "steady income" again (see above).</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><i>Organization:</i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">B</span></b></span></span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 22px;"><i>Re-organize and redecorate home one room at a time. </i></span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I still have a ways to go but check out my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/p/house-proud.html">House Proud</a> page to see what I've accomplished this year.</span></div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><b>Try to clean up my diet.</b></span></li>
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Nothing new here but I'm going to try a *cleanse* this time around.</div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><b>Run more than I did in 2012.</b></span></li>
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My goal is to surpass 530 miles for 2013.</div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><b>Try TRX.</b></span></li>
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Something new to add to my workout regimen.</div>
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;"><b>Stress even less. </b></span></li>
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Continue with every other month massages</div>
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<li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;">Continue home improvements.</span></b></li>
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'nough said.</div>
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<b><i>What about you??? Any goals for the New Year???</i></b><br />
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<b><i><br /></i></b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-32075812950751221362012-12-27T06:57:00.000-08:002012-12-27T06:57:51.028-08:00My first Stitch Fix!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Never heard of Stitch Fix?<br />
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Well, the big rage on the<i> <b>inter-web-blog</b></i> right now are monthly subscription boxes. You can sign up for just about anything under the sun --- from coffee to dog treats, healthy snacks to jewelry --- you name it, you can find a subscription box tailored for you. It's not any different than say, <i>the fruit of the month</i> club or even <a href="http://www.proactiv.com/?uci=ous111&s_kwcid=TC%7C1026596%7Cproactiv%7C%7CS%7Ce%7C14199136698&gclid=CIC1tpHNtrQCFUjZQgod8gcA4A">Proactiv</a>. It's like a "swag" bag and it's how most small businesses can get their products and name out there to the public.<br />
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You just have to research and be careful with what you sign up for.<br />
There are certain subscription box services that will send you "sample sizes" of items that I personally, don't want to pay for. I can get "samples" from the mall, Costco or even Target so why pay for them?<br />
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So one such service is called <a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/">Stitch Fix</a>. From their website:<br />
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Fill Out Your Style Profile</h2>
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Tell us what we need to know about your size, shape, style, price preferences, and lifestyle.</div>
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Get Your Fix and Try It On</h2>
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We'll send you five hand-picked items of clothing and accessories with tips on how to wear each one.</div>
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I got my first box on Christmas Eve [you can schedule your "Fix" anytime you want, not necessarily have to be monthly]. There were five items in my box including a pair of earrings.<br />
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What surprised me is that the clothes all fit! My only complaint would probably be that one item was not exactly what I would have picked for myself -- and looked a little "too young" for my taste. And I didn't care for the earrings. (I don't usually pay $58 for 1 piece of accessory).</div>
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But overall, I was pleasantly surprised. I was really tempted to keep all the items and with the 25% discount and $20 styling fee, the total would have been around $179 (original $260).</div>
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I woke up around 6 am on Christmas morning and started to make what I had planned for brunch. </div>
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As soon as it went into the oven, I headed down to the basement to do an hour of <b><a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/03/what-is-rpm.html">RPM</a>, </b>then hubby did<b> <a href="http://w3.lesmills.com/global/en/classes/bodypump/about-bodypump/">Body PUMP</a>.</b></div>
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Christmas <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Breakfast</span></b></div>
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We also had a slice of <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/12/dreaming-of-white-christmas.html">Apple Coffee Cake</a> and papaya (from Costco).</div>
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We took some time to talk to family in California as well as local ones then hubby and I opened our presents.</div>
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Also got him touchscreen gloves and a headlamp.</div>
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My gifts were the the kind that keeps on giving.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I also got a 3 month subscription to: </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://musthave.popsugar.com/">Popsugar Must Have </a> and a subscription to <a href="http://www.pvbody.com/">PVBody</a>.</span></div>
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Besides his <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/12/smalls-early-christmas.html">Thunder shirt</a>...he also got </div>
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<i>Proof!</i><br />
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Our Christmas <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Dinner</span></b><br />
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It was our first Christmas without DD so I was sad about that. We Skype'd in the morning but it's just not the same. Nevertheless, happy to spend time with hubs and Smallsie.<br />
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<b><i>How did you spend your Christmas? Did Santa bring you all that you wished for?</i></b><br />
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Flashback to last night --- We went to look at <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>Christmas</b></span><b> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: lime;">lights!</span></b></div>
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I don't know if people are lazy or just don't want to bother ... but there aren't very many houses that put up Christmas lights anymore --- that includes us. I think people are busier and don't want the hassle --- <i>that's our excuse at least.</i><br />
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<b><i>Have a good night and safe travels. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Santa's on his way!</span></i></b></div>
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Hi friends! Happy Sunday {<i>already</i>!} .... Ready for Christmas yet???</div>
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We met up with my SIL and BIL to have dinner at Hooters <i>[not the healthiest of places but what the heck...it's the holidays]</i></div>
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It was a good thing I taught <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/ripped-training.html">RIPPED</a> that morning --- wouldn't want all those wings staying in my booty!<br />
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I'm definitely feeling like a slug this morning - -<b> U-G-H !</b><br />
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<b>Workout "planned" for <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Christmas</span> week:</b><br />
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<b>Sunday -</b> RUN 6 miles<br />
<b>Monday -</b> Body PUMP<br />
<b>Tuesday -</b> RPM<br />
<b>Wednesday -</b> Teach Body Attack<br />
<b>Thursday -</b> Body PUMP/Teach Zumba<br />
<b>Friday -</b> RPM<br />
<b>Saturday -</b> RPM or RIPPED<br />
<b>Sunday -</b> Run-day<br />
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<b>Meals "planned" for <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Christmas</span> week:</b><br />
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<b>Sunday -</b> Turkey dinner (hubby is finally cooking our Thanksgiving turkey)<br />
<b>Monday -</b> <i>Leftovers</i><br />
<b>Tuesday -</b> Turkey and trimmings<br />
<b>Wednesday -</b> <i>Leftover</i> turkey soup ?<br />
<b>Thursday -</b> ?<br />
<b>Friday -</b> ?<br />
<b>Saturday -</b> ?<br />
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*** Since there's just hubby and I --- I'm gonna have to be creative with tons of "turkey" meals for the next few days.<br />
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After my run, I plan on finishing chores around the house and we've got plans to look at Christmas lights tonight with Smallsie.<br />
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Okay ---- it turned out <i>NOT</i> to be the end of the world....nevertheless, someone got an early Christmas present this year.</div>
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Smalls got a <a href="http://www.thundershirt.com/">Thunder shirt</a>!</div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">How It Works:</span></b><br />
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<i>Thundershirt uses gentle hugging to calm your dog or cat. With its patented design, Thundershirt’s gentle, constant pressure has a dramatic calming effect for most dogs and cats if they are anxious, fearful or overexcited. Based on surveys completed by over two thousand customers, over 80% of dogs and cats show significant improvement in symptoms when using Thundershirt. Thundershirt is already helping hundreds of thousands of dogs and cats around the world and is recommended by thousands of veterinarians and trainers.</i></div>
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I think he likes it --- here he is <i>modeling</i> his new outfit.</div>
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And Mama got some early Christmas presents for herself, too!</div>
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One of my absolute favorite Christmas movies is <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097958/">National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation</a>. </div>
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And it's on TV every year so this past weekend, we stayed <i>in</i> on Sunday and with sweats on, snacks in hand and a nice, warm bed to cuddle in --- we spent the afternoon watching and laughing...</div>
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...while the little guy cuddled in between hubby and I.</div>
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....and I know that <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095016/">Die Hard</a> and <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085334/">Christmas Story</a> will be on again --- and again ---- and again, in the next 2 weeks.</div>
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<b><i>Do you have a favorite holiday movie??</i></b></div>
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We got at least 1 foot of snow during the weekend and now that we're knee deep into winter, it makes me reminisce a little of our recent trip to Mexico when we visited DD.</div>
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We spent one afternoon on the beach and even though the waves were rough and unsafe to swim in, we managed to enjoy the sunshine and get a little tan going.</div>
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Dinner was <i>excellente </i>!!<br />
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It was a great end to our trip but the sad part was leaving DD behind and knowing that it was going to be our first holiday without her at home.<br />
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At least she's having fun and learning a lot --- even it means being in a foreign country. She's young, smart and full of energy with great opportunities and potentials ahead of her.<br />
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I do miss her, though ☹...<br />
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I have never attempted to bake a variety of <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Christmas</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;">cookies</span></span></b> before but I was up for the challenge. I wanted to give something homemade this year to a few family and friends. So here's the result....<br />
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{If you want the recipes, just click on the cookie name and I've added the link}.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bakeorbreak.com/2007/12/merry-bright-christmas-cookies/">Merry and Bright M & M cookies</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/326902/holiday-shortbread-cookies?czone=food/holiday-cookies-center/holiday-cookies-recipes&center=0&gallery=275013&slide=326902">Chocolate Coconut Bars</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/296308/marbleized-ball-cookies">Marbelized Ball Cookies</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/296265/peppermint-ball-cookies">Peppermint Ball Cookies</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/326902/holiday-shortbread-cookies?czone=food/holiday-cookies-center/holiday-cookies-recipes&center=0&gallery=275013&slide=326902">Holiday Shortbread Cookies</a></td></tr>
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I also made some <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/02/world-nutella-day.html">Nutella cupcakes</a> to add to the mix but just didn't take a photo of it.</div>
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The cookie tins were 70% off at Jo-Ann's Fabrics.</div>
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It turned out really well and it only took me 1 whole day of baking. This might turn into an annual ritual after all.</div>
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<i><b>Do you bake Christmas cookies? Do you give them as gifts or just keep 'em for your family and yourself ❉ ?</b></i></div>
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It was a busy past week! ----- which ended Friday when I was late getting out of the office because I had to finish my CPR training and was rushing to change into my "party clothes" and I forgot my iphone at work. I was worried the whole night (and the next morning) until I had to go back for it the following day. </div>
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<b>BUT</b> the highlight was the end of the week with Christmas parties and Birthday parties to attend.</div>
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Hubby and I both had our office Christmas parties on the same night. We checked out <i>his</i> first, then headed out to mine. It was held at one of the doc's houses -- very casual and low key {just what I needed at the end of the week}. You know it's gonna be a good party when you're greeted at the door with a <i>drink shot</i>!</div>
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We had prime rib, scalloped potatoes, salmon, veggies and dessert of course!</div>
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Then last night, we headed to a friend's house for Mel's Birthday party {a good friend of mine from the gym} --- mostly attended by all of gym<i> peeps.</i></div>
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Such a nice time of the year to spend with family and <b>friends</b>!!! Eventhough I might have overdone the dips and desserts --- it was worth it! ... just gonna have to kick it up a notch this week <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺</span>!<br />
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<b>Workout for the week:</b><br />
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<b>Sunday -</b> Run 5 miles<br />
<b>Monday -</b> Body PUMP/Zumba<br />
<b>Tuesday -</b> RPM<br />
<b>Wednesday -</b> Body Attack<br />
<b>Thursday -</b> Body PUMP/Zumba<br />
<b>Friday -</b> RPM or Rest<br />
<b>Saturday -</b> RIPPED<br />
<b>Sunday -</b> Run 5-6 miles<br />
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<b>Ingredients:</b><br />
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<li>2 1/2 cups walnut halves</li>
<li>3 cups confectioner's sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup plus 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>4 egg whites</li>
<li>1 Tbsp vanilla extract</li>
<li>Parchment paper</li>
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1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.<br />
2. Place walnuts on a work surface and finely chop. Transfer to a baking sheet and toast until fragrant, about 9 minutes. Let cool.<br />
3. Mix sugar, cocoa and salt in a bowl. Stir in walnuts.<br />
4. Add egg whites and vanilla; beat with a fork or an electric mixer on medium until batter is just moistened. (Do not overbeat batter or it will stiff).<br />
5. Drop batter by the teaspoonful onto baking sheet in even;y s[aced mounds.<br />
6. Bake cookies until tops are lightly cracked and glossy, about 15 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.<br />
7. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.<br />
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Add this to your <i>"cookie"</i> aresenal. <b>Only 55 calories per cookie!!!!</b></div>
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<b>Workout for the week:</b></div>
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<b>Sunday - </b>Run 5 miles</div>
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<b>Tueday - </b>RPM</div>
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<b>Wednesday - </b>Body Attack</div>
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<b>Thursday - </b>Zumba</div>
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<b>Friday - </b>Body PUMP</div>
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<b>Saturday - </b>RPM</div>
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<b>Sunday -</b> REST</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><i>Christmas</i></span> <i>(in my house)</i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺</span>!</div>
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We've been home {from Me-hico} for about a week now and I finally got a chance to get my "fall decorations" down and bring some holiday cheer into the house....even if it's just for another 2 weeks.</div>
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I got a winter *<b>bucket (to-do) list* </b>too just so I can stay on top of things and still enjoy the season as much as possible ---- before you know it, the holidays will be over.</div>
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<li><strike>Make Christmas cookies</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go on a horse drawn carriage ride</strike></li>
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<li>Set goals for new year/make inspiration board</li>
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<li>Bundle up and go for a walk</li>
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So last night I got to check off one item from that list when hubby and I enjoyed a "holiday" cocktail together as we checked out <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/McClains-Pizzeria-Spokane/121920814619373">McClain's Pizzeria</a> -- courtesy of our Groupon. Happy hour was from 3-6.<br />
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We got a large Veggie pizza and ate half of it, took the other half home. Great suggestion by our server to put honey on the "end" crust and it tastes just like a "dessert" (<i>ok, honey on bread is what it is</i>).</div>
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Some other <b>recent eats</b>:</div>
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Awesome workout this morning --- BodyPUMP then RPM!!! Woohoo!!<br />
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<i><b>How's your holiday "to-do list" coming along?</b></i><br />
I've been doing a little (<i>wink-wink</i>) shopping here and there and picking up our Christmas cards later on this morning. There's so many great deals especially online that I have to <i>rein it in</i> a little.<br />
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<b>Have a great weekend!</b><br />
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It's hard to believe that I was in 80 degree weather a week ago. </div>
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And now we're experiencing storm after storm here in the PNW. Snow is in the forecast before the week is over. <i>Yikes</i>!</div>
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Well I thought I'd share some of the daily *<i>goings-on*</i> in <a href="http://www.todossantos.cc/">Todos Santos</a> while we were there.</div>
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This is the building where DD's office is located. </div>
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Our first day in Mexico, they were celebrating <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Revolution_Day_(Mexico)">Revolution Day</a> --- it was sort of a "holiday" for them. A lot of the children from the different schools put on a parade that day and we took some time to watch.</div>
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What did we do for food ??? ....first off, if you're in Mexico, *<b>don't drink the water</b>*, unless you want to experience <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traveler's_diarrhea">Montezuma's revenge</a>. So lots of bottled/filtered water.</div>
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For breakfast, I brought a ton of <a href="http://www.starbucks.com/coffee/via">Starbucks Via</a> with me then bought creamer at the grocery store. We would have a piece of toast at home, sometimes oatmeal (instant) and fruit. I bought a *papaya* while we were there, too.</div>
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A couple of times, hubby and I ventured out to have coffee at local coffee shops. </div>
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This is at <a href="http://www.todossantosguide.com/cafelix/index.html">Cafelix</a>.</div>
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And here's <a href="http://www.todossantosguide.com/restaurants/caffetodossantos.htm">Caffe Todos Santos</a></div>
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Such colorful interior!</div>
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We had a few favorite places for lunch...</div>
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Our favorite was this little *hole in the wall* called <b>Bahia Grill -- all fresh seafood!</b><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Another spot was <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g150777-d2074521-Reviews-Fonda_El_Zaguan-Todos_Santos_Baja_California.html">Fonda El Zaguan</a></span><br />
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And for dinner, we frequented a place called <a href="http://www.laesquinats.com/home.html">La Esquina</a>. </div>
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They have a fabulous happy hour!!!</div>
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2 for 1 drinks --- Wahoo!!!</div>
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We also went to Costco [in Cabo, which is about an hour south of Todos Santos] a couple of times to stock up for DD before we left. We got a bunch of snacks, drinks, fruit etc. </div>
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Also went to Walmart [in Cabo] to stock up.</div>
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Our days were pretty much spent lounging around most of the time. Not much to do in Todos Santos since it's been purposefully left <i>under-</i>developed, rustic and rugged by the government. </div>
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The town is very small and you can explore the whole downtown area in half a day [<i>maybe</i>]. They have a popular <a href="http://www.todossantos.cc/about/art-festival">Art Festival </a> and also their shores are where you can <a href="http://www.todossantos.cc/about/whales">whale watch</a> during the winter (gray and the humpback).</div>
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It's also a great destination for magazine photo shoots and destination weddings.</div>
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There's lots of Americans {and other foreigners} that have settled just outside of town with nice, big houses...some of which are turned into rental/vacation spots for a few months out of the year. </div>
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Cost of living is very cheap (as you can imagine) and life seems to be at a much slower pace when you're there.</div>
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We can surely learn a thing or two about enjoying life and the scenery from our friends down South.</div>
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<b><i>Have you ever vacationed in a small, sleepy town? Are you in one now??</i></b></div>
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<b style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">Apple Brownies </b><i>(adapted from <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/925923/apple-brownies">Martha Stewart</a>)</i></div>
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<li>1 stick unsalted butter, melted and cooled</li>
<li>1 cup AP flour</li>
<li>1 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/4 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1 cup organic sugar ( I substituted with Splenda)</li>
<li>1 large egg</li>
<li>1/2 cup chopped walnuts</li>
<li>2 large firm, sweet apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2 in" cubes</li>
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Bars can be stored in an airtight container up to 5 days.</div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;"><i>Yum!</i></span></b></div>
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I know Thanksgiving was weeks ago but I hope you all enjoyed it with your family and friends and at least took some time to reflect on what you are thankful for. Our was such a contrast from the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/11/turkey-burn.html">traditional Thanksgiving</a> we've had every year.</div>
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We spent it with DD in Mexico, specifically in Los Cerritos Beach which was about 20 minutes away from Todos Santos. It's a world-famous surfing spot and swimming is relatively safe [the water was too rough for me, though]. It's a great area to learn how to surf and it also offers big swells for the pros.</div>
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You can see <a href="http://haciendacerritos.com/">Hacienda Cerritos</a> - a luxury boutique hotel in the background {$545 per night}.</div>
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It was a nice day to relax and "people watch". It's funny because it didn't even feel like Thanksgiving Day.</div>
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Afterwards, we headed back into town to have dinner at <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g150777-d1154510-Reviews-Tequila_s_Sunrise_Bar_Grill-Todos_Santos_Baja_California.html">Tequila Sunrise</a>.</div>
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Margarita --- <i>yes, please</i>!</div>
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How about a vodka soda with a twist of lime and splash of cranberry juice -- <i>don't mind if I do!</i></div>
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Chips served with mild (red) and hot (green) salsa.</div>
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It was a wonderful day spent with the people I love the most!!!</div>
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I am so fortunate to live the life I have and am thankful everyday that I am blessed with family, friends, health and work ---- everything else is just <i>icing on the cake</i>!<br />
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... 'hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!<br />
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Well hello there!!!</div>
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Maybe you've been wondering where I've been??? </div>
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I haven't fallen off the face of the earth but I did go to a very beautiful, warm spot of said earth to visit DD. Yes, we went to Mexico --- <a href="http://www.destination360.com/north-america/mexico/cabo-san-lucas/todos-santos">Todos Santos</a> to be exact to spend Thanksgiving with DD [who is currently "working" there for <a href="http://www.chrispluslynn.com/index.php#mi=2&pt=1&pi=10000&s=0&p=0&a=0&at=0">destination wedding photographers</a>]. </div>
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We stayed at one of the *casitas* where DD was staying -- <a href="http://www.calycanto.com/">Casita Del Sol</a></div>
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Days were warm and nights were cool. It was such a quiet, laid back kind of town and we loved spending time and basically "doing nothing" for almost 2 weeks.</div>
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I'll be updating you more in the next few posts but I thought I'd just check in and let you know that I'm still here ---- </div>
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----- now back in Spokalooo where it's 50F.</div>
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These were super easy to make and I tweaked it a little bit to make it *semi-healthy*. It's almost a cross between pumpkin bread and chocolate chip cookies. I brought them to work and they were a hit! Perfect for <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>fall season</b></span>!</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies</b></span> (<i>adapted from <a href="http://kirbiecravings.com/2012/10/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-cookies-4.html">Kirbie's Cravings</a></i>)</div>
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<li>1 cup canned pumpkin puree</li>
<li>1 cup Splenda (for baking)</li>
<li>1/2 cup canola oil</li>
<li>1 large egg</li>
<li>2 cups AP flour</li>
<li>2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>2 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1 Tbsp vanilla extract</li>
<li>1 cup semisweet chocolate chips</li>
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<i>This is the scene outside my bedroom window -- snow falling [non-stop].</i></div>
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I haven't done Tightwad Tuesday in a while....not because I haven't found any good deals out there but I just haven't had time to take pictures and blog about it.</div>
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Work clothes consists of "scrubs" most of the time but we also get to dress up nicely a day or two and also have casual Fridays.</div>
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I found these flats at <i>Tar-gey</i> on clearance.</div>
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I think they would look really cute with jeans!</div>
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And also these sweaters were on sale for $15 each. Honestly, I hardly have any sweaters anymore. I purged my closet and got rid of a lot of "dated" items.</div>
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I'm on the lookout for a fitted winter jacket, too.</div>
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patagonia Down Jacket -- <a href="http://www.backcountry.com/bcs/cpi/on-body-view-of-the-Patagonia-Womens-Dow/33766.html">HERE</a></div>
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I've been having a hectic time at work for the past couple of weeks. I feel anxious when I don't have a grasp on everything that I need to do to perform my job. I have to admit that I have a Type A personality and need to be in control of most of the things in my life. Unfortunately, when you start a new job, you don't have <i>that</i> control and at times, I feel so helpless. At this point, *<b>I don't know what I don't know*</b> -- at least not enough to figure out what questions to ask.</div>
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There are certain factors that are not going in my favor at work. First, I'm only working 3 days a week so I sorta lose that continuity. Second, I'm working with 2 physicians who are <i>also</i> new to the clinic. Third, the person who is supposed to mentor me is leaving in 2 weeks [and we've only worked together once! --- wtf?!]. Change is good....I firmly believe <b><u>that</u></b> but sometimes you encounter resistance to change and no matter what you say or do, they have an <i>"if it ain't broke, don't fix it"</i> attitude. I may not handle change very well myself, but I try to stay open-minded and tell myself that there's always room for improvement.</div>
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All I can control is how I react and respond to situations. Lots of deep breathing and private affirmations. Work is one of life's biggest stressors and if you are able to recognize and deal with the stress in a positive way, it will help you stay healthy {and sane} at least until the next stressor comes up.</div>
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Here's some other ways to <a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Deal-With-Stress">deal with stress </a>:<br />
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<li>Take steps towards thinking more positively.</li>
<li>Learn to relax.</li>
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<li>Identify the things that put you under stress.</li>
<li>Stop worrying about what you cannot change.</li>
<li>Take responsibility for making your life what you want it to be.</li>
<li>Rehearse (visualize) - when you know that you are going to face a stressful situation, rehearse how you are going to handle it.</li>
<li>Develop a sense of humor - one of the barriers to stress reduction is the temptation to take things too seriously.</li>
<li>Talk to friends.</li>
<li>Learn to say no; you cannot do everything you are asked.</li>
<li>Accept and appreciate the turmoil around you, without it there couldn't be anything you could call a good thing.</li>
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Finally got some time to sit down and blog a bit.<br />
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A couple of days ago, we got our first <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-size: large;">snow</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #eeeeee; font-size: large;"> </span></b>of the year. I'm dreading the coming of winter. I've never been a fan of snow, ice and the cold in general ☃. But it's here now... <i>dang it</i>!<br />
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I'm jealous of DD because this is what she gets to look at everyday for the next few months.</div>
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She's currently "working" in Cabo, Mexico for a destination wedding company.<i> Lucky girl!</i></div>
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Yesterday, I got my hair did (<i>finally</i>). Then hubby and I went to see the new James Bond movie.</div>
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It was awesome!!! Two thumbs up!!!</div>
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Dinner was easy - Papa Murphy's Veggie deLite Pizza</div>
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This week's menu plan and workout</div>
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<b> Pumpkin Bisque </b></div>
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<b>Caribbean Chicken Salad</b></div>
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<b> Chicken Parmesan</b></div>
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That's about it for now! I thought I'd just update you with how life is on my end.</div>
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Most of my time is consumed by work, gym, and home stuff. Nothing too exciting....but I see a vacation on the horizon. </div>
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<b>Have a good rest of your Sunday!</b></div>
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Life has been....<i>well</i>....hectic these past few weeks. Needless to say, it's why I haven't found time to blog.<br />
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We had our "launch" for the new release of <a href="http://w3.lesmills.com/westcoast/en">Les Mills programs</a> as well as <a href="http://www.rippedplanet.com/">RIPPED</a> at our gym last weekend. I had to "cram" quickly [in a manner of a couple of days], and learn at least 2 new routines.<br />
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Now that I'm working again, it's hard on those days to find time to *fit everything in*. Work, gym, cook dinner etc. -- and learn new things {not just choreo but even new stuff related to work}.<br />
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Fine, I'll stop whining now! I know millions of people do it everyday...it's just a matter of organizing and prioritizing what's important.</div>
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So here's my menu plan and workout schedule for the week.</div>
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I try to stick to it as much as possible and treat everything as if it was an appointment.</div>
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One downside is the increase in "stress" level and I tend to eat more "junk" and comfort food when that happens. So I'm really trying to keep myself accountable and watch my intake.</div>
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Here's the <a href="http://www.self.com/fooddiet/2010/12/stop-stress-eating">10 second cure for Stress eating</a> from <a href="http://Self.com/">Self.com</a> --- keepin' it simple!</div>
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<i>Retrain your brain. If 10 seconds of contemplation reveals that you're not truly hungry, there are ways to lower your cortisol without calories. "Do anything that lets you take a breath: Chat with a friend, watch a soap opera, or hang from the monkey bars," says Stephanie Smith, Psy.D., a spokeswoman for the American Psychological Association. Change your routine and your brain will begin to crave your brand of fun instead of gooey treats.</i></div>
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'hope you're having a good hump day!<br />
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Have a great start to your week!<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-16809258019201076192012-10-30T15:16:00.000-07:002012-10-30T15:16:25.033-07:00Apple Streusel Coffee Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: large;">Apple Streusel Coffee Cake</span> </b><i>(adapted from the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/gale-gand/quick-apple-streusel-coffee-cake-recipe/index.html">Food Network</a>)</i></div>
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<li>1 cup AP flour</li>
<li>1/2 cup whole wheat flour</li>
<li>2 1/4 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 cup Splenda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/2 tsp cinnamon</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>1/2 cup skim milk</li>
<li>1/4 cup vegetable shortening, melted</li>
<li>1 1/2 cups chopped apples (I used 3</li>
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<li>1/4 cup AP flour</li>
<li>2 Tbsp unsalted butter</li>
<li>1/2 tsp cinnamon</li>
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Sift flour, then measure and sift together with the other dry ingredients. Beat the egg, then add the milk and melted shortening. Pour the wet into the dry then add the raw apples and mix well. Pour into a well-greased 8-in square pan. Mix together the streusel ingredients and sprinkle on top of the batter. Bake at 400F about 25-30 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.<br />
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Happy Sunday friends!!! What a week it was for me! It started with orientation at work which continued for 4 days in a row. After "sleeping in" every morning for the last 2 years, I've had to get used to getting up early to avoid the morning traffic and get to work on time.</div>
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This week will be better. I'm getting the hang of it and learning how to organize my day as well as fit in my workouts daily.</div>
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It has been raining for the past few days here in the PNW. We did see some snow [eventhough it didn't stick] last week and is supposed to continue until mid week.</div>
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And yesterday, I had R.I.P.P.E.D Training all day! </div>
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It was a lot of FUN!!! But honestly, I would have wanted to spend a little bit more time in bed.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">R.I.P.P.E.D.</span> stands for <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>R</b>esistance, <b>I</b>nterval, <b>P</b>ower, <b>P</b>lyometrics, <b>E</b>ndurance and <b>D</b>iet/Nutrition. </span>We already offer the class in our gym and I'm planning teaching at least 1 class a week soon.</div>
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Here's a sample of what the class is like.</div>
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Hubby and I were supposed to go to a Halloween party last night but decided to stay home and rest instead. I mean, I was asleep by 8:30pm last night. That's how exhausted I was.<br />
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....catching up on chores today and getting ready for another busy week.<br />
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It's been a busy week as you can imagine. I started work on Monday and it's been <i>orientation</i> all week from 8 to 5. It's hard to sit around and absorb information for that long a time ---<br />
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I actually got out early today so I was able to run some errands and come home early to catch up on a lot of things -- one of them is blogging.<br />
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And snuggling with this little guy.</div>
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I tried to get all our meals planned for the week [<i>last Sunday</i>] and I try to prep dinner ahead of time [<i>in the am</i>] when I can. Also had all my workouts planned for the week.<br />
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Eventhough it's towards the end --- here's what most of my week look[<i>ed</i>] like:</div>
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<b>Some recent eats:</b><br />
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<b> Apple Crisp</b></div>
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I teach Zumba tonight and then get to relax and watch the World Series.<br />
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Looking forward to sleeping in tomorrow.... especially with that first sign of snow this morning.</div>
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It was a nice, relaxing, fall weekend for us. We woke up quite early on Saturday morning, had breakfast then headed to the gym to take the early RPM class. Such a fun class --- reminded me to take it more often especially now that I'm not running as much.</div>
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Then we headed out to do a little shopping [at Old Navy]. I bought some LS shirts for $8 a piece that I'm going to use for work.</div>
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When we got home, we decided to grab a quick lunch then take Smalls for a walk at <a href="http://riversidestatepark.org/">Riverside State Park</a> and take advantage of all the fall colors this season.</div>
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It was a little chilly and cloudy but we managed to get at least 2 miles in.</div>
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We also saw some critters....</div>
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Smalls looked like this when we got home.</div>
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Remember <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-saidbrrr-its-cold-in-here.html">last week</a>, when I told you that I had an <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-saidbrrr-its-cold-in-here.html">interview</a> for a "big-girl" job?</div>
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First off, I wore the outfit with the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/i-saidbrrr-its-cold-in-here.html">white blouse</a>. </div>
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Secondly........I got the job!</div>
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If you've been following my blog, you know that my background is in nursing. And I actually retired this time of year, about 2 years ago. You can read it <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/10/weight-has-been-lifted.html">HERE</a>.</div>
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Since <i>"retirement"</i>, I've been involved in teaching fitness classes in local gyms. I've always done that, even when I was still working. At first, it has been such a blessing for me to be able to <i>*retire*</i> and do what I love to do which was fitness, health and exercise. I became a personal trainer, received my certification in Zumba and today, I teach different types of classes in 2 gyms. </div>
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I've always craved for new challenges and fulfillment in anything that I do. It came to a point that I needed something else to satisfy those carvings and feel productive on a daily basis. Don't get me wrong. I enjoy being a fitness instructor and will continue to do so but I wanted to augment it with what I've known for so many years ... something that I'm good at ..... and that is being able to help people as a nurse. </div>
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My work capacity and position will be totally different from what I used to do {so hopefully, will avoid <b>burn-out</b> again}.</div>
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The past few days, I've been going back and forth ---- filling out paperwork.....</div>
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...getting all sorts of blood tests, drug tests and shots completed...</div>
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..... and I start work next week.<br />
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<b>Bow Tie Pasta with Smoked Salmon, Goat Cheese and Chives</b></div>
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Breakfast Scones [Pumpkin with Cranberries] </div>
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<i>a find from TJ Maxx</i></div>
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Last Saturday, hubby and I went to <a href="http://www.greenbluffgrowers.com/">Greenbluff</a> to check out the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"><b>pumpkins</b></span> and do some <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>apple</b></span>-picking.</div>
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Fall has definitely arrived in these neck o' the woods.</div>
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<i><a href="http://www.greenbluffgrowers.com/growers/4.html">Walter's Fruit ranch</a></i></div>
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Then we went to check out <i><a href="http://www.becksharvesthouse.com/">Harvest House</a> </i>where the line for pumpkin donuts was so long. Boy, they smelled good, though.</div>
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We ended up at <a href="http://www.greenbluffgrowers.com/growers/15.html"><i>Cole's Orchard</i></a> for organic produce.</div>
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Here's our loot. Apples for pies and apple crisps!</div>
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They harvest different apples at different times of the month so we might need to go back one more time to make sure we have enough to last us until the end of the year {at least}.</div>
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'can't wait for fall *goodies*, flannel sheets, comfort food....mmmmm.</div>
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It was a wet, cold and dreary weekend here in the PNW but the bright spot was running the <a href="http://www.spokanemarathon.us/">Spokane Marathon Relay</a> with my friends!</div>
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Got up quite early on Sunday morning and had my pre-race breakfast of English muffin, peanut butter and this time, my almond milk latte --- yes, coffee before a race [that's a first for me]. I figured, since my leg of the race wasn't going to be until 9am, I should be ok. Plus, my portion of the race was only 6.8 miles [and not a HM].</div>
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We sported our running skirts {courtesy of my Mom, who was so nice to sew them for me}.</div>
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We saw a few of our other friends from the gym who was in a different group for the Relay as well.</div>
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Start line: The marathoners and relay runners started at 8 am. It's a fairly small race. Temp was in the 50's with on and off drizzle.</div>
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Our first runner: D is a *speed demon*!!! 1st leg was 7.2 miles.</div>
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Then my turn. My leg was 6.8 miles. I counted about 6 hills, 2 of them were long inclines while the rest were short, steep hills. My portion was also very scenic, going through Riverside State Park.</div>
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<i>Tagging our 3rd runner </i></div>
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The 3rd leg was 6.4 miles. S is an awesome runner!</div>
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<i>Tagging our 4th runner</i></div>
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4th leg was 5.8 miles. R had the worst hill to run: Doomsday hill! </div>
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Our team actually placed 2nd!!!</div>
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It was such a FUN time running with friends! It was our <b>first</b> Relay and I'm sure it won't be the last. (No medals, just shirts for relay runners.) </div>
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Great finish to the running season!<br />
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I love seeing all the changes in the trees this time of year. The leaves are changing <strike>falling</strike>, the air is cool and crisp and lots of <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">fall goodies</span></b> heading our way.</div>
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I finally got around to getting my <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">*fall decor*</span> out. I added a few pieces this year, courtesy of TJ Maxx.</div>
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[Glitter pumpkins from $7.99-$12.99]</div>
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[Found the cute little owl for $4.99]</div>
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I don't particularly care for "pumpkin" scented candles so this <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Honey Gold</span></b> is perfect to bring the Autumn feel indoors. So yummy!</div>
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I don't usually decorate for Halloween but <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;">FALL</span></b> decor in general is good enough for me. I try not to go all out either.<br />
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I'm teaching Body ATTACK tonight then picking up my packet for this weekend's <a href="http://www.spokanemarathon.us/">Marathon Relay</a>.<br />
I'm hoping to check out my leg of the race today (see how "hilly" it is).<br />
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Also planning to go to <a href="http://www.greenbluffgrowers.com/">Greenbluff</a> this weekend to pick some apples and maybe get a pumpkin or two.<br />
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I love the MLB Postseason ... even if I have to watch Ichiro play with the Yankees.<br />
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So our nights have been consumed with watching baseball since we pretty much <i>dissed all of the pre-season.</i> I'm rooting for St. Louis, Cincinnati, New York and Detroit.<br />
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What goes well with Baseball? No, not <a href="http://www.lifed.com/10-burgers-to-die-for-literally">these</a>...</div>
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<a href="http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/RecipePage.aspx?recipeid=89521">Weight Watcher's Chili</a> with cornbread</div>
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Excited to run first Marathon Relay this weekend with my girls!!!</div>
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Ok, so pumpkin season is now in full force --- and I'm on the <i>band wagon</i>!<br />
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So trying to come up with different things to use up my canned pumpkin really isn't all that hard especially when you have the help of the blogosphere...<br />
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I found an easy recipe for pumpkin muffins but I decided to <i>*healthy-fy*</i> it a little. I also made mini muffins so that it would be easy as a snack-and-go.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Mini Pumpkin Muffins</b></span><br />
<i>Adapted from <a href="http://dineanddish.net/2010/10/pumpkin-muffin-confessions-recipe-pumpkin-muffins/">Dine and Dish</a></i><br />
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1 1/2 cups AP flour<br />
1 tsp baking powder<br />
1 cup canned pumpkin<br />
1/3 cup canola oil<br />
2 large eggs<br />
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice<br />
1 1/4 cups sugar ( I used Splenda)<br />
1/2 tsp baking soda<br />
1/2 tsp salt<br />
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<b>Workout for the Week:</b><br />
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<b>Monday</b> - Core/Zumba<br />
<b>Tuesday </b>- Run 6 miles<br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - Body PUMP/Body ATTACK<br />
<b>Thursday</b> - Zumba<br />
<b>Friday</b> - Run 3 miles<br />
<b>Saturday</b> - Rest<br />
<b>Sunday</b> - Marathon Relay <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☜</span><br />
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<i>....there must be some Toros in the atmosphere. </i>{old school, right?}</div>
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It was frickin' cold this morning!!!</div>
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<i>Yeah</i>, our high is only supposed to be in the 50's today. That's such a BIG difference from the 80's and 90's I was experiencing <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/10/sushi-shopping-and-slots.html">last week</a>.</div>
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Time to bring out the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/09/first-day-of-fall-2011.html">"fall" decorations</a>. I don't like *too many* because then it looks tacky.</div>
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[<i>No</i>, that's <b>not</b> my porch]</div>
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In other news, I have an *interview* tomorrow for a part-time position and I'm really keeping my fingers crossed.</div>
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The most important decision is what to wear, of course.</div>
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Outfit #1</div>
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Outfit #2</div>
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I'm leaning towards #1, a little more conservative and not a lot of skin showing.</div>
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I'll give you the details once all is said and done......<i>wish me luck.</i></div>
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Last week was Small's annual visit to the vet. He needed a couple of shots updated, too. So since hubby had the afternoon off, we went as a *family*☺.</div>
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As usual, once Smalls realized where we were, he got so anxious and nervous.</div>
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He stood close to the door and kept wanting to leave. It helps that both hubby and I were there to help calm him down [even just a little bit].</div>
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Then it was time to get up on the exam table.....<i>but he wanted to get down.</i></div>
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<i>It's okay little Smallsie</i> ----</div>
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Quick exam from head to ---</div>
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---- you know where.</div>
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2 quick shots the it's all done!</div>
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Such a trooper!!!!</div>
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He got lots of treats afterwards.</div>
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His weight this year: <b>16.8</b> {He lost .7 lbs from last visit}</div>
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<b>...my little athlete!</b></div>
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Here's some of my<b> random photos </b>from the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/09/scenic-sandpoint-half-marathon.html">Sandpoint race</a></div>
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<b><i>12 days 'til the Spokane Marathon Relay!</i></b></div>
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Back from Vegas,<i> yes, again</i>! It was our 2nd trip in 4 weeks ---- only because hubby had a meeting to attend and I tagged along with him <i>[twist my arm].</i> </div>
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Remember when I said I didn't like staying in the hotels "on the strip"? Well, if your company is paying for it, I'm always willing to try it out so I can at least "review" it ☺. This time we stayed at the <a href="http://www.wynnlasvegas.com/">Wynn hotel</a>. It was such a beautiful and impressive hotel. We've stayed in most of the casino hotels <b>on and off</b> the strip and the Wynn, by far, has been the *best* <i>(so far)</i>!</div>
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<i>The lobby</i></div>
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<i>Hallway to rooms</i></div>
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<i>Big, huge floor length mirror -- to stare at yourself</i></div>
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<i>Bathroom</i></div>
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<i>Cool controls -- for everything!</i></div>
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Sushi at <a href="http://www.makinobuffet.com/">Makino</a></div>
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Thai at <a href="http://www.saipinchutima.com/#!home/mainPage">Lotus of Siam</a></div>
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Kobe meatloaf, Quinoa corn cakes, Naan bread, Lamb, cereal crusted fried chicken</div>
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Hubby's plate --- we tried to have a bite or two of dishes that were new to us</div>
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<b><u>My verdict:</u></b> <a href="http://www.wynnlasvegas.com/Restaurants/CasualDining/TheBuffet">The Buffet</a> was <b><u>NOT</u></b> as good as <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/09/sinful-city.html">Wicked Spoon</a> (in The Cosmopolitan). I didn't think it was worth $40, {eventhough we earned ours for FREE}. If you're a little budget conscious but still want to experience a good buffet, I would go to the Bellagio instead. But hands down, I'd say The Wicked Spoon is the best casino buffet in Las Vegas [right now].</div>
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<b>SHOPPING: </b>Got a lot of awesome deals from Banana Republic at the The Premium Outlets. They were having an extra 40% off all clearance items and the same at The Gap. So if you're still looking for "summer" outfits for next year, now's the time to hit up the sales.</div>
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It was another great trip to Vegas but by far, I'd say this trip rates high up there as far as FUN!!!! </div>
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<b><i>'can't wait to get back....having trigger finger withdrawals already.</i></b></div>
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Today..... my hubby has reached his big <b>FIVE-OHHHH</b>!</div>
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Made some cupcakes for him using <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/318805/frosted-chocolate-buttermilk-cupcakes">THIS</a> recipe</div>
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....I hosted a <a href="http://houseparty.com/event/fosterfarms?utm_source=fosterfarms&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=378-fosterfarms">Foster Farms Chicken House Party</a> and used 2 awesome chicken recipes courtesy of the finalists from the 3rd Annual Foster Farms Fresh Chicken Cooking Contest.</div>
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I got my party pack a couple of weeks ago.</div>
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If you've never heard of <b>House Party</b>, check them out at <a href="http://houseparty.com/">houseparty.com</a>. They email you about upcoming parties from products and brands you love and you decide which ones you want to apply for and host. You'll get all the tools you need to invite friends and families, and in return you get access to try and share some cool products with them courtesy of a Party Pack that comes to your door from the company sponsoring the product/brand.</div>
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My family was in town as well so it was a perfect opportunity to invite everyone over for a get-together and taste good chicken from Foster Farms.<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Recipe # 1: <a href="http://www.fosterfarms.com/cookingcontest/Recipe2012_4.aspx">Hoisin Chicken Thighs</a></span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> Recipe # 2: <a href="http://www.fosterfarms.com/cookingcontest/Recipe2012_6.aspx">Tea Rubbed Chicken with Apple Spinach Salad and Spicy Nuts</a></span></b></div>
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Both dishes were yummy but my favorite happens to be the Hoisin Chicken. Just click on the link to get the recipe and try it for yourself.</div>
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<a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/04/silk-marvelous-mornings-house-party.html">HERE's</a> my other <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/04/silk-marvelous-mornings-house-party.html">House Party</a> from Spring.</div>
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<b>Workout for the week:</b><br />
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<b>Monday -</b> Zumba </div>
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<b>Tuesday -</b> Body PUMP/Zumba</div>
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<b>Wednesday </b>- Run 5 miles</div>
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<b>Thursday </b>- Rest *</div>
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<b>Friday </b>- Run 4 miles</div>
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<b>Saturday</b> - Rest *</div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - Run 3 miles</div>
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<i>* {always subject to change}.</i><br />
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Plans for today include a lot of chores that I have to catch up on and then teaching Zumba tonight!<br />
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<li>3/4 cup of Splenda</li>
<li>2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)</li>
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<li>2/3 cup skim milk</li>
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Good Monday morning friends!<br />
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I'm a little sore [as expected after running a HM] this morning but surprisingly this is the best I've felt after any HM. My knees are not bothering me and I just have some calf soreness when I woke up but otherwise, <b>that is it! Yay!!!</b><br />
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We drove to Sandpoint, Idaho Saturday afternoon and it took us about an hour and a half to get there. Sandpoint is a small, quiet, sleepy ski-vacation-resort town in the northern tip of Idaho surrounded by mountains and 43-mile long Lake Pend Oreille.<br />
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We stayed at a local La Quinta Inn, which I can best describe as *camping* for one night. The place was quite old, musty and dingy --- but hey, we were only there for 1 night ---<i> I can handle it.</i><br />
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We named him "Bert" --- <b>Bert the Bat.</b></div>
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We ate dinner at <a href="http://www.sandpoint.com/go/eichardts/">Eichardt's Pub, Grill and Coffee House</a></div>
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Unfortunately, more of the dark, dingy theme that was prevalent everywhere. I had the Basic Cheeseburger with salad on the side while hubby had the Elk Burger. {Overpriced but nothing special}.</div>
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<i>Good morning sleepy head!</i></div>
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It was quite chilly in the morning, maybe around the 50's. I tried to get rid of my *throw-away jacket" but decided to wear it at least for the first few minutes of the run. Race started at 8:30, would have liked to have started around 8am.</div>
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The course was out and back and was pretty flat. [Another reason my knees were saved].</div>
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I saw hubby at least 3-4 times and my BIL was out on the course as well.</div>
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The last mile seemed the longest!!! I just wanted to be done!</div>
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<b>Official time of 2:03</b></div>
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<b>16th place in my age group</b></div>
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(With my SIL in yellow --- she did an awesome job, too!)</div>
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After a quick shower, we drove home. We picked up Smalls and a <a href="http://www.papamurphys.com/OurMenu/Overview/Pizzas/deLITE/Veggie">Veggie deLite</a> from Papa Murphy's and crashed into my own comfy bed for the rest of the afternoon {while hubby went on a bike ride}.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Fifth Half-marathon in the books!</span></div>
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It's the last week of summer and it's gonna be a busy one for me. Lots of subbing at the gym.....</div>
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">But first, we stopped at Subway to share an oven roasted chicken sandwich</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i>... </i></span></i></div>
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i>5, 5 dollah, 5 dollah footlong, baby!</i></span></i></div>
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We apparently got the *memo* to wear purple last night.</div>
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<b>Huey Lewis and the News</b> opened with "Heart of Rock n' Roll"</div>
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Eventhough I forgot my neon and lace outfit, we had a lot of fun and enjoyed the concert ---- maybe because it was finished by 8:30--- in time for "our bedtime"....baha! </div>
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Mine is definitely the '80's. Loved the music, the crazy fashion <strike>but not</strike> and the hair. Everything old is new again, have you noticed?</div>
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Let's take a look at my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/06/summer-solstice.html">summer bucket list</a></div>
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<li><strike>Eat more fruits.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Make ice pops.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Have a cookout.</strike></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><i>Attend an outdoor event.</i></span> --- <i><b>Going to see Huey Lewis tonight!</b></i></li>
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<li><strike>Host happy hour at home.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go on a road trip!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Have a juicy burger!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Have a picnic!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Run a road race.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go for a hike.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Eat huckleberry ice cream!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go to Seattle for the weekend.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Dine al fresca.</strike></li>
<li><strike><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><i>Spend a day at the lake</i>.</span> </strike>--- <i><b>I did spend it at the dessert instead {Vegas, baby!}</b></i></li>
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I taught Zumba on Saturday morning while hubby did the <a href="http://www.spokanerocketvelo.com/">Lilac City Twilight Criterium</a> Saturday night. I wasn't feeling good so I didn't get to be his paparazzi that night.<br />
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Picked this is up at Costco [3 jars for like $6 somethin'] --- just add your protein (chicken, shrimp or beef).</div>
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Then he did <a href="http://www.spokefest.org/">Spokefest</a> Sunday morning.</div>
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The rest of the weekend was spent catching up on chores after we got back from vacay. Groceries, laundry, cleaning, practicing and planning for the week.<br />
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<b>Workout for the week</b>:<br />
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<b>Monday</b> - Core X/ Zumba<br />
<b>Tuesday</b> - Body Pump/Body Attack<br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - Rest<br />
<b>Thursday</b> - Body Pump/Zumba<br />
<b>Friday</b> - Rest<br />
<b>Saturday</b> - Zumba<br />
<b>Sunday</b> - Scenic Sandpoint HM! ☚<br />
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We're back from Sin City <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺</span>!</div>
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It was a lot of <b>FUN</b>, a lot of <b>SUN</b>, and a whole lot of gambling ---- sadly, very little<i> winning</i>.</div>
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We picked up our rental car and it was brnd spankin' new - had 4 miles to it. Love the new car smell (even if it was just a Hyundai)!</div>
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We stayed at the <a href="http://www.renaissancelasvegas.com/">Renaissance Hotel</a> which is very close to the strip. We've stayed here before and I love the hotel because it doesn't have a casino within the hotel so you don't get the *smoke* and the all the crowd.</div>
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Yet it's close enough to the strip that you can go to any of the other casinos fairly easy. </div>
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The hotel is nice, modern and clean. The valet and gym use are all included -- <b>score!</b></div>
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<i>(lobby) </i><br />
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<i>(TV area within the lobby)</i><br />
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<i>(Envy Bar and grille off of the lobby)</i><br />
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<i> (Our room)</i><br />
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<i>(With a welcoming sign on the TV as soon as you enter)</i></div>
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<i>(Bathroom)</i><br />
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<i>(They have Aveda products which I love!)</i><br />
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<i> (The view from our room)</i><br />
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<i> (The Fitness Center -- the TM's each had their own little TV's)</i><br />
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<i> (Fruit juice after your workout)</i><br />
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Here are some sights of the city....</div>
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<i>(Fountains at the Belaggio)</i></div>
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<i> (Paris hotel)</i><br />
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<i> (We saw <a href="http://gadizmo.com/quote-alan%E2%80%99s-voice-from-the-hangover.php">"Alan"</a> from the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hangover">Hangover</a>)</i><br />
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<i> (M & M's store with FREE samples --- you bet I had handfuls of the Peanut Butter)</i><br />
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<i> (Wynn hotel)</i><br />
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<i>(Lobby of The Cosmopolitan)</i></div>
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Our first night, we went to eat at the <a href="http://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/taste/restaurant-collection/wicked-spoon.aspx">"Wicked Spoon"</a> in The Cosmopolitan hotel. We heard that it was one of the best buffets in town (besides the one at the Wynn).</div>
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The price was a little higher than "regular" because of the Labor Day weekend.<br />
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The ambiance was very nice and classy!<br />
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We had scheduled a couple's massage at <a href="http://www.boracaymassagevegas.com/Couples.html">Boracay Massage</a> on one day which of course was excellent! I ran 9 miles that morning so the massage came in <i>oh, so handy! </i>We've gone there in the past so we knew what to expect. The massage included hot stone as well so it was perfect to get all my big 'ol knots out.</div>
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Then we had a Groupon for Thai food which we cashed in afterwards. We went to <a href="http://www.weerathai.com/">Weera Thai</a> and I ordered the Phad Thai while hubby had the Basil Curry Shrimp.</div>
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And of course, a trip to Vegas wouldn't be complete without going to the <a href="http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlets/outlet.asp?id=58">Outlet stores</a> and then <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/i-heart-sushi.html">Sushi Mon</a> [or even <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/i-heart-sushi.html">Makino</a>].</div>
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All wonderful, fresh and yummy sushi!!!!!</div>
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Got back in yesterday and my brain is still on "vacation mode". I forgot to feed Smalls last night and when I got to the gym to teach Zumba, I realized that I forgot to bring socks. Thankfully no blisters afterwards.</div>
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After all the indulgence we did on Labor Day weekend --- its time to get back on track! Back to regular workout schedule and back on "training mode". My HM is in 9 days!!!!</div>
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<b><i>If you've been to Vegas, do you like staying on the strip? Does it matter? Do you like the buffets? Do you stay on track with diet and exercise when you're on vacation?</i></b></div>
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Do you have any exciting plans for the long holiday weekend???? <i>Psssssst</i> -----I do.</div>
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I'm going on a blogging hiatus --- 7 days<i> [or more] </i>of no blogging and a vacay from most of the digital world (I'll still have my droid, and my iPad though --- otherwise, I'd come back with a gazillion crapload of stuff to read on my Google reader as well as emails).<br />
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Can't wait to get to our playground.</div>
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New running GPS watch: I'm so happy to get this from the man in *brown* today. Hubby got the <a href="http://www.soleusrunning.com/products-page/watches/gps-1-0/">Soleus GPS 1.0</a> for me....just 'cuz. Well not really, it's payment this month for maid service ---haha!<br />
Since he uses my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/10/9-mile-run-report.html">Garmin</a> now for *cycling*, I got my own <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666;"><b>girly</b></span> watch and I love it!!!!<br />
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<b><i>Have a great Labor Day weekend! And I will see you later 'gator!</i></b><br />
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<a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/09/holiday-break.html">Labor Day 2011</a><br />
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<i>(adapted from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/outrageous-chocolate-chip-cookies/">All Recipes</a>)</i></div>
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<li>1/2 cup no calories sweetener (I used <a href="http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/Calorie_Finder.asp?FoodID=10050131">Apriva</a>)</li>
<li>1/3 cup packed brown sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup peanut butter</li>
<li>1/2 tsp vanilla extract</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>1/2 cup AP flour</li>
<li>1/2 cup whole wheat flour</li>
<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/2 cup rolled oats</li>
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But I still tackled 10 miles today ---- and survived. Afterwards, I stretched a ton, used my foam roller, iced my knees, took ibuprofen, put on my compression sleeves and then finished off with my incredibrace [knee brace]. Oh, and then I drank this with lunch.<br />
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Rewind to last night.<br />
Dinner was <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Turkey Tamale Pot Pie</span></b> from <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/turkey-tamale-potpie-10000001536672/">HERE</a>.<br />
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My friends from the gym also asked me to join their relay for the Spokane Marathon in October and of course, I said *Yes*.<br />
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That should be my last race of the year.<br />
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...not so <i>good</i> on my end ---- woke up tired and totally unmotivated today. <i>Waah!</i></div>
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Mind over matter, right?....just gotta power through today especially if I'm gonna do my <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AoQrGgAXRrN5dHNaam5EOWJOa1dZZERDbTFzZkZTblE">long run </a>tomorrow.</div>
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Dinner last night was <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/curried-chicken-salad-recipe/index.html">Curried Chicken Salad</a> </span></b>on a lettuce [wrap].</div>
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I ♡ Costco, don't you? We've bought tons of <strike>junk</strike> stuff from Costco over the years! From food, clothes to furniture! Sometimes I go in there just to "look around" and see what's new.<br />
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Plus....who doesn't like samples?</div>
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Or red velvet cupcakes bigger than my head?</div>
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and a cheap...cheap......cheap.... Food Court</div>
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Where else can you get a meal for <b>$1.50</b>? I swear if I was homeless, I'd sneak in and eat here all the time.<br />
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Ok, so here's my latest find.<br />
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Capri pants for <b>$8</b></div>
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Tech shirts for <b>$6</b></div>
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For the quality of athletic wear --- I dare you to find something similar for the same cost or less. You can't beat that price!<br />
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So glad it's the weekend!</div>
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I subbed for Zumba this morning and the number of people at the gym is starting to go up again. It is, after all, coming to the last week of summer vacation for most people. Time to get back to a regular routine ☺!</div>
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Came back home and did a quick 2 miles on the TM. Then pretty much parked myself in front of the TV and just relaxed all day with Smallsie.</div>
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Dinner the other night was grilled<b> Teriyaki Salmon</b> {grilled pineapples and onions on the side}. It was yummy!</div>
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Then I made these incredible cookies ---- 'cuz I was craving sweets like an addict needing a <i>*hit*.</i></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies</span></b> (<i>adapted from <a href="http://sugarandspice-celeste.blogspot.com/2010/08/nutella-chocolate-chip-cookies.html">Sugar & Spice by Celeste</a></i>)</div>
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<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/2 cup butter (1 stick room temp)</li>
<li>1 cup organic sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup brown sugar</li>
<li>2 eggs</li>
<li>1 1/2 ts[ vanilla</li>
<li>1/4 cup Nutella</li>
<li>1 cup chocolate chips (I used semi-sweet)</li>
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I know, right?!!!</div>
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Try not to spoil your dinner....<br />
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<b><i>Have a great weekend!</i></b><br />
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Weather here in the PNW has changed a bit. We went from high 90's to a nice and comfortable mid 70's. We actually had a storm the other day which brought much needed rain and moisture especially to the areas of fire. But you can definitely feel a change in the air. It's actually quite chilly in the mornings now.</div>
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Hubby went for an early ride today so while he was gone, I did 4 miles on the TM. Then did Body Pump afterwards. Teaching Zumba back-to-back tonight and in the morning, so I wanted to get my *run* out of the way. </div>
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Dinner the other night was <b>Sausage and Pepper Pasta</b>. We've seen these sausages at Costco and wanted to try them at home. So hubby bought a few packages and I used it for the pasta dish. It's gluten-free and made with lean, skinless chicken meat. NO artificial ingredients, nitrates, MSG or preservatives. And it's fully cooked as it is.</div>
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Sure feels like summer is winding down. Especially when I'm reminded today with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Starbucks/app_455807614453513">THIS</a> email.<br />
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I'm still working on my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/06/summer-solstice.html">*summer bucket list*</a> ---- <i>and</i> .....I'm excited to go away in a few weeks!<br />
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I need some extra motivation this morning ☹. Or maybe I just need a rest day --- <b><i>and soon</i></b>! </div>
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I've been subbing a lot at work because of vacations and such. Which means I'm having to work around my HM training. My race is in 4 weeks and having to up my mileage in addition to fitness classes have been a little much...</div>
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I'm glad we have date night tonight...<i>well sorta</i>. We're meeting up with some friends at <a href="http://www.twigsbistro.com/">Twigs</a> and it's always nice to have a mid-week pick-me-up.</div>
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The other day, I was in the mood for coffee cake and since I still had blueberries, I found <a href="http://lovelycraftyhome.com/2012/04/03/blueberry-coffee-cake-sort-of-healthy/">THIS</a> recipe and decided to try it. Some coffee cakes can be very rich and calorie-laden. So having to substitute a few ingredients really worked out for me.</div>
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<li>2 tsp lemon zest or more - zest from 1 large lemon</li>
<li>1/2 cup sugar + 1/4 cup sugar substitute (I used <a href="http://www.livestrong.com/thedailyplate/nutrition-calories/food/kroger/apriva/">Apriva</a>)</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>1 tsp vanilla</li>
<li>2 cups AP flour</li>
<li>2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1 tsp kosher salt</li>
<li>2 cups fresh blueberries</li>
<li>1/2 cup fat free buttermilk</li>
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1. Preheat oven to 350F. Cream butter with lemon zest and sugar until light and fluffy.<br />
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3. Add the flour mixture to the batter a little at a time, alternating with the buttermilk. Fold in the blueberries.<br />
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Another bust day at work. I had to sub again this morning and some days, I feel like the workouts are <i>killah</i>! Today was one of them. Maybe 'coz I did a long run yesterday {8 miles} and I didn't really get a good night's sleep last night [<i>on account of a little mutt that kept barking</i>].</div>
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On Saturday, I made a butt-load of these to take to a pig roast that my friend from the gym invited us to. And since I've never gone to a pig roast here in the U.S....I was really excited to check it out.</div>
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I was assigned *dessert* so I made mini chocolate cupcakes (Betty Crocker cake mix) and topped it with peanut butter frosting {peanut butter, butter, vanilla and powdered sugar all mixed until smooth}.</div>
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They turned out to be very yummy --- <i><b>sinfully</b></i> rich and yummy!</div>
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The pig roast was awesome! Poor pig was cut in half and they used a dry rub all over for flavor.</div>
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It took about 9 hours total to fully cook. I was surprised that they didn't cook the head, too.</div>
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My friend's husband actually made the roaster himself. I thought that was pretty neat.</div>
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And when the pig was ready, the men dug in and pulled the meat apart. It was good the way it was. I didn't even have to use any barbecue sauce or anything else. Very flavorful. They discarded the skin which is not what we used to do in the Philippines. Remember the<b><i> "</i></b><a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/12/filipino-soul-food.html"><b><i>sisig"</i></b> we had one Christmas</a>?</div>
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It was fun for all the kids, too. They had a bouncy castle and water slide and the adults got to play bean bag toss out in the yard. The temp was around 96F so it was neat that they had "misters" under the shade as well.</div>
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Here was my plate of pig roast, salad and a curry chicken salad in the back which was really good. I'm gonna have to recreate that one soon.</div>
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Smalls was mad that he didn't get to go. </div>
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But we did spend most of Sunday with him....as always --- he's so spoiled!</div>
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<b><i>What did you do over the weekend? Ever been to a pig roast? Do they cook in a roaster, underground or a rotisserie? Do you eat the skin, or do you think it's gross?</i></b></div>
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Oh how I <b>love</b> mangoes! They remind me a lot of the Philippines where it was available everywhere, even in food carts outside my school.</div>
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So when we went to <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/08/ride-hiawatha.html">Costco in Coeur d'Alene</a>, imagine my surprise when I saw these babies. They tasted exactly like the Filipino mangoes [eventhough I think the box said it was from Mexico].</div>
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They were sooo yummy! Interestingly, they didn't have it at the Costco in Spokane. <i>Dang it!</i></div>
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This is how I like to cut mine.</div>
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Then hubby and I had a roast beef panini for dinner. Love simple and easy meals during the summer!</div>
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I'm running 4 miles today and then Body Pump afterwards. Then teaching Zumba in the morning.<br />
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I'm excited to go to a friend's <b>*pig roast*</b> on Saturday. I haven't been to a pig roast here in the U.S. at all. Again reminding me of how I miss the Philippines where any special occasion calls for a pig roast!<br />
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<b><i>Enjoy your weekend...no matter what you've got planned.</i></b></div>
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....so proud of my hubby the other night. He did the Criterium Bike Race out at Liberty Lake.</div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">I love blueberries! </span></b></div>
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I found a great and simple recipe from <a href="http://www.peanutbutterrunner.com/blueberry-crumb-bars-a-dilemma/">Peanut Butter Runner</a> the other day and it did not disappoint at all. It used up a lot of my fresh blueberries from Costco, too!</div>
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<b style="font-size: x-large;">Blueberry Crumb Bars </b><i>(adapted from <a href="http://www.peanutbutterrunner.com/blueberry-crumb-bars-a-dilemma/">Peanut Butter Runner</a>)</i></div>
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<li>1/2 cup of organic sugar</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1 1/2 cups AP flour</li>
<li>1 tsp cinnamon</li>
<li>1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (1 stick)</li>
<li>1 egg</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>Zest and juice of 1/2 a lemon</li>
<li>2 cups fresh blueberries</li>
<li>1/4 cup white sugar</li>
<li>2 tsp cornstarch</li>
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Preheat oven to 375F. Grease an 8 x 8 baking dish with cooking spray.</div>
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Stir 1/2 cup sugar, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest. Cut the butter into small pieces and lightly beat the egg. Use a fork, your fingers or a pastry cutter and blend butter and egg into flour mixture. The dough will be crumbly. Pat half into prepared pan.</div>
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In another bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice. Very gently mix in the berries and then sprinkle over the first layer of crust. Crumble remaining dough over berries and bake for 45 minutes in preheated oven or until the top is golden brown.</div>
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Let cool and cut into squares.</div>
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If you'd like more Blueberry recipes, check these out:</div>
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<li><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/338184/blueberry-buttermilk-pancakes">Blueberry-Buttermilk Pancakes</a></li>
<li><a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/one-superfood.html">Blueberry-Lemon Muffins</a></li>
<li><a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/08/toxicand-it-aint-britney-spears.html">Blueberry Bliss</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.takingonmagazines.com/2010/07/summer-blueberry-crumble-from-cooks.html">Blueberry Crumble</a></li>
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If you want to get started on clean-eating but don't know how to begin, here are just some of my tips when you want to eat healthy but stay frugal especially when you're super busy.<br />
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This is a no-brainer. It is obviously less expensive than going out all the time. Plus if you plan ahead, you'll avoid having to go to *fast food* restaurants which are mostly unhealthy anyways. Don't get me wrong, hubby and I still go out maybe once every two weeks to have happy hour and even <i>that</i> is half-priced. I go for easy-to-do- recipes as well and I try to pick ones where I'll have leftovers for the next day. Crock pot cooking is your friend!<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">Make a grocery list every week.</span></b><br />
I usually use Sundays as my chore day. It's the day that I do my laundry, cleaning and grocery list among other things. I figure out a menu plan for the week and items needed for cooking that week. I hate having to go to the grocery store more than once so I try to make sure that I have everything including staples like milk, bread, eggs, yogurt, fruit and the like. It goes without saying that if you want to lose weight, you need to make healthier choices when it comes to your menu. So easy on the carbs and processed items --- go for more vegetables and fruit. If possible, buy in bulk for items that you eat a lot of such as tuna, peanut butter, dried fruit, nut mixes and oatmeal.<br />
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I try to look at the restaurant's menu online so I can give myself a head's up of what they serve and what I'm going to order. Most places include the calorie info on their menus so you have a choice of whether to get the 1,000 calorie burger and fries or the 400 calorie (3 oz) steak with steamed veggies. It's your choice.<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">Easy on the alcohol.</span></b><br />
Alcohol [well drinks] can be packed with "empty" calories. So be careful when you want to indulge. I prefer eating [rather than drinking] my calories. Wine is the "best" choice if you stick with a 5 oz. serving (that's amounts to less than 1/2 a can of pop)..whether it's red or white.<br />
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My drink of choice is a vodka soda (vodka, club soda, lime) which has about 80-100 calories or a classic mojito which is about 200 calories.<br />
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If I know I'm going to be out and about for a long period of time, I bring a snack with me. I usually pre-portion my snacks into small serving size Ziplock bags so that they're ready to go. It varies from crackers, pretzel crisps, pita chips or a piece of fruit like a banana or an apple. I'll also bring a small protein bar if I'm headed somewhere after the gym. Don't forget to bring drinks, too. Brew your own coffee, tea or lemonade and if you work 8 hours a day,<b> invest in Tupperware and bring your lunch and snacks</b>!<br />
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I know it's hard and we all have busy lives. But if you do some sort of aerobic activity at least 30 minutes a day, that's all it takes to get yourself on the right track. You can do it early in the morning before you start your day or in the afternoon when you get home from work. You don't have to be a member at the gym. You can workout at home with DVDs or go online -- there's tons of online workout sessions like <a href="http://www.bodyrock.tv/">BodyRockTV</a> and <a href="http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jamie-easons-livefit-phase-1.html">Jamie Eason's LiveFit Trainer</a>. You can<a href="http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/lose-weight/total-body/outdoor-workouts-30-minutes/"> take it outside</a>, go to the park and run or power walk with a friend. The key is making it a part of your schedule and incorporate it into your lifestyle.<br />
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I hope I've given you some insight and even small changes that you can do to help yourself get on the right track of health. Keep it simple and don't deprive yourself of a happy, healthy and frugal life.<br />
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<b><i>* These tips are based on my experience. You always have a choice --- you can take charge of your own health!</i></b><br />
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I've had a busy morning so far --- having to sub at the gym this morning and then a meeting afterwards. It's a good thing I got at least 8 hours of sleep last night. Lately, Smalls has been getting up 4 to 5 times at night -- barking at *something* outside. <i>I think he hears other animals</i> {birds, dogs, deers} <i>and his protective instincts kick in. </i>Well, last night he only got up once. <i>Thank goodness.</i></div>
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Rewind to the weekend: Hubby and I<i> </i>went for a mini-hike over the weekend. We decided to go to the <a href="http://riversidestatepark.org/">Riverside State Park</a>, specifically the <a href="http://riversidestatepark.org/bowl_and_pitcher.htm">Bowl and Pitcher area</a>.</div>
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Smalls liked having all the new sites and smells.</div>
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He wasn't even scared walking through the <b>swinging suspension bridge.</b></div>
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Then we hiked up some stairs into a trail for a better view!</div>
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It was quite hot but Smalls didn't mind [so much]. We packed his little water bottle to cool him off.</div>
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He even smiled for the camera!!!</div>
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We saw an osprey's nest, too.</div>
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I think he was looking for lunch....</div>
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The weather was getting pretty hot and humid so we headed home. The car temp said 104F!!!</div>
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No wonder Smalls was so thirsty...</div>
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and conked as we drove home.</div>
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That's my little boy.</div>
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Dinner was easy.... <a href="http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=934786">Thyme Fried Chicken</a> with <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/01/i-like-it-like-that.html">Arugula Salad</a> on the side.</div>
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I gotta get some lunch in my belly and teaching class this afternoon. Just wanted to update you real quick.<br />
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<b>Peanut Butter</b> is a staple in my pantry. It's a great and easy source of protein plus it's yummy. I practically eat it everyday, sometimes out of the jar [<i>don't judge</i>]. I've tried other nut butters before {like almond} but it's just not the same. Although it may not be the healthiest, it's what I prefer!</div>
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Here's a comparison of all the nut butters:</div>
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So I found a recipe online for an on-the-go snack or breakfast cookie that combines a lot of the things I love. </div>
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<b style="font-size: x-large;">Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies </b><i>(adapted from <a href="http://www.dailyunadventuresincooking.com/recipe/healthy-peanut-butter-coconut-oatmeal/">Daily Unadventures in Cooking</a>)</i></div>
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<li>2/3 cup canola oil</li>
<li>1 cup natural peanut butter (I used Maranatha brand)</li>
<li>1/4 cup organic sugar</li>
<li>3/4 cup brown sugar</li>
<li>2 eggs</li>
<li>1 tsp vanilla</li>
<li>1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut</li>
<li>3 cups oats</li>
<li>1 cup AP flour</li>
<li>1/4 cup whole wheat flour</li>
<li>1 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking soda</li>
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<li>Beat together oil and peanut butter. Then add in eggs, sugar, and vanilla and beat until mixed. Stir in coconut.</li>
<li>In a separate bowl, mix together oats, flour, baking powder and baking soda. Stir this into the peanut butter mixture.</li>
<li>Drop into greased baking sheet in 1 1/2 Tbsp globs. Gently press to flatten and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a cooling rack.</li>
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Then I don't feels so guilty --- smearing peanut butter all over my face!</div>
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<b>Plans for today:</b> Run 4'ish miles and then I have a hair appointment this afternoon (<i>need to take care of my greasy-gray infested nest</i>). Zumba was <b>packed</b> last night, what a difference 1 week makes. Teaching this weekend and then we may go for a hike at the <a href="http://riversidestatepark.org/">Bowl-and-Pitcher</a> trail.<br />
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<b><i>Your turn --- fun plans this weekend?</i></b><br />
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We went to <a href="http://www.twigsbistro.com/">Twigs</a> and I ordered my <strike>beloved</strike> Classic Mojito. Hubby and I also had the small-plate Barbecue Chicken Flatbread appetizer and shared the Greek Salmon with a side of salad for dinner.<br />
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It was nice to catch up with friends.</div>
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Last week, I had a Groupon for a Microdermasion with a 60 minute facial. My last facial was about 4 years ago. I figured, it was a good deal and why not try it. So I went to the<a href="http://www.spokanebodylounge.com/"> Spokane Hair and Body Lounge</a>. They do a lot of other services including hair, waxing, mani-pedi etc... <i>Oh</i>...and I didn't realize that it was a tattoo studio, too.<br />
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Although my facial was good --- it wasn't great. And I really didn't care for the ambiance. I guess you get what you paid for and unfortunately, I wasn't going to pay more than $50 for a facial. So it might take me another 4 years for the next one.<br />
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<b><i>Do you regularly have facials? How much do you spend on it? Does it really make a difference?</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Thought for the day:</i></b><br />
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Look who greeted me this morning ?????</div>
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It was surprising to see him perched right on top of our fence next to our bathroom window. </div>
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"Early bird gets the worm."</div>
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It's gonna be another scorcher today. Temps are supposed to go as high as 98F this afternoon.</div>
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Meanwhile, I've been running on the TM while watching the Olympic track and field. It's great motivation, don't you think?</div>
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<b>A great deal at Target:</b> These workout tanks were on sale for $10 each. Love the colors, it'll be great for Zumba.</div>
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<b>Another frugal deal:</b> Hubby got coupons for <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Noodle-Works/271907529543079">Noodle Works</a> and we cashed in with dinner-to-go last week. It's a new Asian/Japanese "fast food" joint right by the university [Gonzaga]. It seemed healthy enough with lots of veggies and option for either rice or noodles. I got the chicken with the spicy mustard sauce over rice while hubby got the beef over noodles. It wasn't as *tasty* as I had expected so overall, it was just ...-<i>meh</i>. </div>
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It's gonna be beautiful but <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><b>HOT</b></span> today. Perfect for a coffee-flavored ice pop {with a little <a href="http://drinkclick.com/">Click protein powder</a> added}.<br />
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We had a busy weekend and I woke up still tired. Hubby and I went to the Idaho-Montana border yesterday to <b>Ride the Hiawatha Rails to Trails.</b><br />
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It took us about 2 hours to get there by car and the drive over was very scenic... especially when you're looking at Lake Coeur d' Alene.<br />
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We had to stop at the <b>Lookout Pass Ski</b> area right at the Idaho-Montana border to buy tickets to enter the trail.</div>
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Then we drove another 5 miles or so --- parked and unloaded our bikes --- it was probably around 10:30 am by the time we got started.</div>
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The trail is a total of 46 miles but 15 miles of the Idaho section is open to mountain bikers and hikers. The US Forest Service will eventually add 31 miles of the Montana section.<br />
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There's a total of <b>10 tunnels</b> and *<b>The Big Tunnel*</b> is the first one you encounter. It's 1.7 mile long. It is very dark so everyone is required to have working lights to go through.</div>
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The trail is considered one of the most scenic stretches of railroad in the country. It also has over 7 trestles that you ride through.</div>
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You could find signs along the route that share the history of the railroad like the 1910 fire and the old mining towns. Here are some railroad ties that were removed and now serve as homes for these little critters.</div>
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The ride was pretty *gritty*. It was mainly flat and downhill but you are basically riding your bike on gravel and it took us about an hour and a half to finish the 15 miles. </div>
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I've got blisters on my hands from gripping my handle bars just so I didn't fall on my a**.</div>
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We took the shuttle back up because there was no way my hands could handle another 15 miles of uphill riding plus the temperature was getting up in the 90's.</div>
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When we got back to the car, I ate a PB sandwich and brought some other snacks to tie us over before dinner. We stopped quickly at Costco in Coeur d' Alene to get gas and dinner. We picked up a ready-made cilantro lime shrimp wrap that I forgot to take a picture of, but trust me--it was good!<br />
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It was a day trip that was FUN and one that we can check off of our bucket list from living here in the PNW.</div>
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My shoulders and back were sore so after a dose of ibuprofen, we spent the rest of the night watching the Olympic women's marathon and track and field. </div>
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<b>Happy Friday! </b>Any great plans for the weekend?</div>
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Besides teaching at the gym, I've got a facial scheduled for today. I think the last time I had one was more than 4 years ago. I just prefer massages to facials so I'm excited to do this one courtesy of Groupon.</div>
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Hubby is riding the <a href="http://www.lcsnw.org/8LakesRide/registration.html">8 Lakes Leg Aches</a> tomorrow and then he and I plan to <a href="http://www.ridethehiawatha.com/">ride the Hiawatha </a>on Sunday.</div>
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Since it's Friday --- it's time for <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple; font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Happy Hour</span></b>!!!</div>
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Last week, hubby and I took it easy and served ourselves at home. He had <strike><i>some kind of</i></strike> beer served in a chilled pub beer glass while I made vodka [<a href="http://www.absolut.com/products/absolutcitron">Absolut Citron</a>] with club soda and a twist of lime.</div>
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Even better than what you'd get at a bar/restaurant......inexpensive, too! Although I didn't get a good tip.</div>
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I made <b>Enchilada Chicken</b> to complement the drinks.</div>
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Happy hour was<b> nice. quiet. </b> and best of all <b>frugal.</b></div>
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With my two favorite boys...</div>
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<b><i>Do you try and do more things at home rather than going out???</i></b><br />
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From DIY's to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Staycation">staycations</a>, there's lots of stuff you can do this weekend if you just find the time and effort to do it. The most important thing is to have FUN and spend that quality time with those you love <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">♥</span>!<br />
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-14497584179402381632012-08-02T08:18:00.000-07:002012-08-02T08:18:46.725-07:00A chance to start overWe've gone through most of 2012 already and it's odd to think that the holidays will be here in less than 5 months.<br />
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Thinking about this reminded me of my goals at the beginning of the year and how it would be a perfect time to check on some <strike><i>failure</i></strike> progress.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This is something I try to work on everyday. It's always difficult because certain circumstances easily lend themselves to indulgence ---- fatigue, laziness, boredom, stress, "Oh it's Friday"...etc. And as you know, I'm currently re-committed by doing a <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/07/friday-updates.html">30 day clean eating challenge</a>. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This year, so far, I've done a 5K, a 12K, and 1 HM. I have 1 more HM to run in September so I'd say I'm ahead. Check out my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/p/races.html">Run page</a> to see links to all the races.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Another check --- I've tried to consistently schedule time for myself with a massage at least every month. I even had a pedicure last week [<i>can't even remember when my last one was</i>], and I bought a Groupon for a facial sometime soon.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 14px;">I started teaching Body Attack again almost at the beginning of the year. Needless to say, I've done some running {see above}.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 14px;">A big fail on this one. I haven't done any yoga at all. I think it's mainly time commitment and sadly, yoga is not one of my favorite activities eventhough I know I need to work on flexibility.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I did! It's called EEBA (<a href="https://www.eebacanhelp.com/login.php">Easy Envelope Budget Aide</a>). It's awesome and I use it all the time to manage my *cash*. The only time I forget to track expenses is when I use my credit card [<i>which is really not that often</i>] or when hubby pays for an item for me.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I've done a lot to our main living area: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room and Garage. I know there's still more rooms to go in the house, but I'm pacing myself --- budget permitting. Check out my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/p/house-proud.html">House Proud page</a> to see links to all the home improvements.</span></div>
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Did you watch the Olympics last night?? <b>O.M.G.</b> The drama during women's gymnastics and the triumphs in the pool -- <i>whew</i>! I was teary-eyed watching the fab five win the gold in women's gymnastics [not since 1996].</div>
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U.S. female athletes outnumber the males this time around. Go USA!</div>
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In other news....my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/07/friday-updates.html">30 day clean eating challenge</a> has definitely been that --- <i>a challenge!</i> I'm on Day 17 now and it's been good except I miss and crave the usual suspects --- <b>chocolate and salt. </b>I've had a couple of days where I admit, I <strike>kinda</strike> fell off the wagon and had some Sun Chips (Garden Salsa flavor - yum!). I blame it all the TV Olympic gawking I've been doing.</div>
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<b>Huckleberry Froyo for dessert</b></div>
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I'm subbing this morning at the gym and then an easy 2 mile run after.<br />
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<b><i>Have a happy hump day and a great start to August!</i></b><br />
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Zumba classes have been so much better since last week. Surprised to even see a few guys taking my class. I had to sub for one of the gals this morning which was NBD, except that I just came back from the dentist after having a *filling* re-done. So half of my face was still numb during class --- it was a good thing I didn't drool during that hour. </div>
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During a break from the Olympics.... hubby and I went to get frozen yogurt at <a href="http://froyoearth.com/">Froyo Earth</a>. We like to "sample-and-go" but this time, we actually got a little of the chocolate froyo to go. One flavor I discovered [while sampling] was *Reese's Peanut Butter* ---- <i>Mmmmm.</i></div>
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We also went to see the new Batman movie. We are big fans of Christopher Nolan (the director) and a lot of his other movies have become our favorites -- <i>like <a href="http://www.fanpop.com/spots/inception-2010/images/12396931/title/inception-wallpaper-wallpaper">Inception</a>.</i></div>
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If you haven't seen Batman --- I highly recommend it. Two thumbs up!!</div>
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Dinner was <a href="http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=1407575">Japanese Beef Stew</a>.</div>
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I'm off to start tonight's dinner before teaching Body Attack!</div>
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<b><i>...can't wait for women's gymnastics tonight!</i></b></div>
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Good Monday morning ☀! The dog days of summer has been getting to me. I need to get back into regular blogging. </div>
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I can't seem to get enough of the Olympics! I love watching all the athletes --- <i>ok, who am I kidding</i> --- I <i><b>pretend</b></i> that I'm one of the athletes.....maybe if there was a Zumba event..haha.</div>
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Yesterday, hubby and I went to a friend's wedding. The weather was gorge but got a little too hot for an outdoor wedding.<br />
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Thank goodness the ceremony was short. Then the reception was held at <a href="http://www.jackanddans.com/">Jack and Dan's Bar and Grill.</a> The couple had a cupcake tower in lieu of a wedding cake. It was cute!!!<br />
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When we got home, I baked the Ziti that I had started on earlier in the day. I used <a href="http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=532000">THIS</a> recipe, except that I used Italian sausage instead of a vegetarian marinara sauce.<br />
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Then back in front of the TV to watch the Olympics that we DVR'd for the rest of the night.<br />
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Don't forget to plan your meal and workout for the week!<br />
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Workout for the week:<br />
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<b>Sunday</b> - 6 miles run<br />
<b>Monday</b> - Core/Abs/Zumba<br />
<b>Tuesday</b> - Body Attack<br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - Cardio XT/2 mile run<br />
<b>Thursday</b> - Body Pump/Core/Zumba<br />
<b>Friday</b> - Run 4 miles<br />
<b>Saturday</b> - Zumba<br />
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<b><i>Are you obsessed with the Olympics like I am? </i></b><br />
Can't wait for the gymnastics and then track and field.<br />
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Group fitness instructors feed off of people's energy in class. The more participants -- the better. The more hootin' and hollerin' --- the better!</div>
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Imagine my <strike>sadness</strike> disappointment when I only had 1 person workout with me in group class yesterday {Zumba and Core/Abs}. I don't blame people wanting to be outside during the summer months. But I've also given up trying to guess whether class is going to be big one night or not. It could be 98 degrees outside and the gym can be packed and another 98 degree day and the gym is a ghost town.</div>
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I could have cancelled class but I know how it feels when you show up to take a class and then find out that it's cancelled -- so I soldiered on and made myself pretend that it was a jam-packed class and gave my 1 person the same energy I would as if it was a full class.</div>
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My point: GF instructors get lonely so be nice and spend an hour (at least) with them <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>☺</b></span>.</div>
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I spent yesterday in my jammies <i>(all day!). </i>I haven't had a rest day since the HM a week ago so it was actually nice to NOT do anything *too strenuous* for a change. Never underestimate the power of a <a href="http://www.active.com/running/Articles/Take_advantage_of_light_days_and_rest_days.htm">REST day</a>. Not only does it help your body recover, but it helps to heal the microfiber tears you've accumulated in your muscles ---- and so the stronger you will be! You'll avoid injuries, too <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺!</span></div>
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<b>Rewind</b> to --- Hubby's 112 mile bike run this past weekend. So proud of him, such a stud!</div>
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In keeping with my 30-day clean eating challenge, here's some new snacks I've discovered -- I'm sure the rest of the world has known about these for a while....I'm just a little slooww.</div>
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<b>Yummy, juicy burger!!!!</b></div>
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Sweet potato fry dog!</div>
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Dessert was a <a href="http://www.choosingraw.com/banana-soft-serve/">Banana Soft Serve</a>!</div>
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<b>Has anyone else noticed all the *Christmas in July* stuff???? </b><br />
Yikers!---- 5 months away and it's gonna be Christmas already. Uhh, something to think about.<br />
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<b>Have a great week!</b><br />
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<b>Happy Friday!</b><br />
I've been *bad* with blogging. Have been working at the gym while at the same time, trying to get enough recovery from <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/07/see-jane-run-2012.html">last Sunday's HM</a>.<br />
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1. I did a 5 mile recovery run on Wednesday on the TM which I think, really helped my quads and my knees. Then I had a scheduled a massage in the afternoon which was *really, really, really nice.... ......<i>really</i>*.<br />
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2. Next race scheduled is<a href="http://sandpointchamber.org/TheScenicHalf.html"> Scenic Sandpoint</a> HM in September.<br />
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3. I've also gotten back to *<b>Clean eating</b>* as well. When I'm training/running, my body needs more calories to expend for energy but somehow, I've strayed and have been eating more *crap calories* rather than healthy choices...and I can usually feel it, too. I kinda get sluggish, tired and weak which is NOT what you want when you're training. So I'm doing a self-imposed 30 day clean eating challenge!<br />
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4. Yesterday, I had a regular dentist appointment and learned that I have to go back again in 2 weeks for replacement of a filling. Otherwise, everything is honky-dory. I'm thinking about teeth whitening too and my dentist is offering a significant deal in October.....of course, I'm on the "call list".<br />
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5. Last night's Zumba was FUN! Lots of people eventhough the temperature was HOT and HUMID. As an instructor, you feed off of everyone's energy so it always helps when there's more participants.<br />
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6. Finally, I'm sure by now you've heard about the mass shooting in Aurora, Colorado. It is such a tragedy when a person feels that they have to take their frustration, anger or rage onto other innocent people. What's worse is when they do it for NO apparent reason. It also reminds us of how precious and sometimes fleeting, life can be. One minute you're enjoying a movie, and you're running for your life the next. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the individuals who have been affected by this.<br />
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<b><i>Finally, take care and love each other! Have a great weekend!</i></b><br />
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Just before we left for Seattle over the weekend, I baked this sinful dessert {in my mind I was pre-rewarding myself for doing the HM}. All I can say is.....<b>Oh.Em.Gee!!!! </b><br />
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<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened</li>
<li>1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar</li>
<li>2 large eggs</li>
<li>1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract</li>
<li>1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips</li>
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<li>Gradually add flour mix and beat until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips. </li>
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<li>Bake for 30-35 minutes or until pick inserted in middle comes out clean.Cool completely in pan on wire rack.</li>
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<b><i>You're welcome.</i></b><br />
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Happy Monday morning!<br />
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We're back after spending the weekend in Seattle. We left on Friday morning since hubby had the day off. We got in to Seattle around lunchtime and headed to <a href="http://www.mizukibuffet.com/lunch_buffet">Mizuki sushi</a>. We were slightly disappointed this time around. Sushi selection weren't as good as the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/02/weekend-getaway-to-seattle.html">last time</a> we were there.<br />
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Then we did a little shopping --- headed to <a href="http://www.westfield.com/southcenter/">Southcenter Mall</a>, walked around and then went to <a href="http://seafoodcity.com/html/seattle.html">Seafood City</a> to get items on my list.<br />
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Checked in to the hotel and had a light dinner in the form of a Vietnamese sandwich from <a href="http://www.go-deli.com/">Go Deli</a> nearby.<br />
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The next day, we went to pick up our race packets at the Westin hotel, then we went to <a href="http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/TopCategories_10052_10551_-1?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=performance%20bike&utm_content=G-Performance-Bike-Exact&utm_campaign=G-Performance-Bike-Official-Site&cm_mmc=Google%20CPC-_-G-Performance-Bike-Official-Site-_-G-Performance-Bike-Exact-_-performance%20bike">Performance bike shop</a> for hubby to check out their sale. Lunch was at <a href="http://www.bluefinseattle.com/">Bluefin sushi</a> ---- much better sushi!<br />
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We headed to the <a href="http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlets/outlet.asp?id=71">Premium Outlet mall</a> afterwards and walked around. The weather was perfect but there were just TONS of people everywhere [I couldn't stand it]. We walked out empty-handed.<br />
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A quick trip to Whole Foods to grab a light dinner and then back to the hotel to rest up before the race the next day.<br />
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Sunday morning, breakfast at the hotel included an English muffin with peanut butter and a banana.<br />
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I was a little nervous since I hadn't run a HM in a year. But I was familiar with this course {fairly flat} as I did<a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/07/see-jane-run-seattle-recap.html"> this race last year</a>, too. It was cold, around 57F at the start with winds and occasional drizzle.</div>
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The unfortunate thing was that soon after we started, hubby had a terrible cramp on both of his quads --- too painful to even continue. So he did not get to finish the race but I saw him in a couple of the water stations to cheer me on.</div>
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He was at the finish line to take this *dorky* picture of me {thanks, honey!}</div>
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My knees started throbbing around mile 4. I just knew that if I stopped, I wouldn't be able to get started again----so I didn't. Had Gu gel around mile 6 and just powered through until the end. I actually felt really good {other than the knee thing} the whole entire race...I even had a lot more energy towards the last 3 miles. </div>
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I really enjoyed this weekend but felt bad that hubby didn't get to do the race with me. That's okay, since I know there will be plenty more for us to do in the future!<br />
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<b>Update:</b> Official time - 2:04:34. Placed 46th in my age group, 262 overall.</div>
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He's doing a 112 mile bike ride this weekend. I will be there to cheer him on this time.</div>
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Getting ready for the <a href="http://www.seejanerun.com/t-see-jane-run-seattle-half-marathon-and-5k.aspx">half marathon</a> this weekend. </div>
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The weekend kinda felt weird because of the July 4th holiday sandwiched in the middle. I had a massage on Friday and subbed for Body Attack on Friday night which I normally have off for *happy hour*. And so Saturday felt like a Friday and Sunday felt like a Saturday....<i>whaaa</i>???<br />
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We saw The Amazing Spider Man on Saturday ---- it was only *so-so*.<br />
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I don't really like "comic" movies and I thought some scenes were kinda cheesy but I do have to say that the story was better that the other Spider Man movies.<br />
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I was starving by the time we got home. It was a good thing I had dinner <strike>sorta</strike> started earlier in the day.<br />
I made <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Black Bean and Salmon Tostada</span></b> from <a href="http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/black-bean-and-salmon-tostadas?ecd=wnl-dab-070512&ctr=wnl-dab-070512_ld-stry_1">HERE</a><br />
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Hubby and I dined al fresca....although it was quite warm outside on the porch even at 6:00 pm.</div>
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And for dessert, I made <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Strawberry Shortcake</span></b>. I used <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/not-so-lonely-scone.html">THIS</a> recipe to make the shortcake/scone. Then I cut up the strawberries, used fat free whipped cream and drizzled Agave syrup on top. It was yummy!!!!</div>
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Last night, we had <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Ziti with Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes and Gorgonzola Sauce</span></b> from <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/ziti-with-spinach-cherry-tomatoes-gorgonzola-sauce-10000001835257/">HERE</a></div>
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<b>Monday</b> - <strike>Core/Abs & Zumba</strike><br />
<b>Tuesday</b> - <strike>Body Pump & Body Attack</strike><br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - <i>Rest (?)</i><br />
<b>Thursday</b> - Body Pump & Zumba<br />
<b>Friday</b> - <i>Rest (?)</i><br />
<b>Saturday</b> - Zumba<br />
<b>Sunday</b> - See Jane Run HM<br />
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My strategy is to give my legs a rest from running this week before my half-marathon on Sunday. Whether that's gonna help my time ---- probably NOT. But at least I know my legs will be fresh. I hope the weather is nice in Seattle, too. Last year, it drizzled during the race.<br />
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This is my first HM in a year. My goal is to have fun, finish and support hubby {since it's his first}. Have a great start to your week!<br />
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Hubby and I woke up *tired* this morning. I'm glad I don't have to run today --- my legs deserve much needed rest. Although I am doing Body PUMP this morning --- I am skipping the 2 lower body tracks. I'm also teaching Zumba tonight which isn't so bad.</div>
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So, with all the endurance training we've been doing, our bodies need more <b>protein</b>. We need <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">protein </span></b>to rebuild and repair body tissues. It's also great to help produce stamina and energy.</div>
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So I made <b>Black Bean Brownies </b>yesterday<b> </b>to boost our protein intake.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>Black Bean Brownies</b></span> (from <a href="http://www.weightwatchers.com/food/rcp/RecipePage.aspx?recipeid=143321">Weight Watcher's</a>)<br />
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<li>1 tsp vanilla extract</li>
<li>1/8 tsp salt</li>
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For dinner last night, we made <b>Hamburgers with Chipotle Mayo</b> served with a side of sweet potato fries.<br />
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Today is the last day of the <a href="http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-267-269-14350-0,00.html">Runner's Word Summer Running Streak</a>. I made it! Did you????<br />
That's <b>38 consecutive days</b> of running at least 1 mile a day. I finished the streak with 9 miles this morning. Yay!<br />
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While I did my <b>run</b>...hubby went on his <b>bike ride</b>!</div>
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Just chillin' for the rest of the day and maybe barbecuing some burgers tonight!</div>
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This morning, I woke up with a sore neck/shoulder. I attribute it to Body PUMP yesterday and doing a new Core/Abs routine that included a lot of <a href="http://www.oneresult.com/articles/training/plank-variations-you-have-try">planks</a>. So I'm alternating ice and heat today to help it out. Maybe some ibuprofen if it gets worse...</div>
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Last Friday was my birthday dinner date with hubby. He took me to <a href="http://www.downrivergrillspokane.com/">Downriver Grill</a> which has always been a great restaurant in town. I love how fresh their food is and how flavorful everything is. They also have the <b>BEST</b> calamari in town [hands down]. The only downside is that they don't have happy hour --- but nevertheless, you know you'll always get fine food.</div>
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I got the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><b><span style="font: normal normal normal 11px/normal Candara;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>DRG Quesadilla</i></span> -</b> </span></b></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i><b>wagyu beef, black bean spread, roasted corn salsa, pepper jack, sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo with a side of house salad with avocado vinaigrette</b></i></span></div>
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A <b>BIG thank you</b> to <a href="http://www.retroimageapparel.com/index2.html">Retro Image Apparel</a> for sending me a cute cycling jersey. I ordered hubby's <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/06/mediocre-movies-and-fathers-day.html">Father's Day present </a>from them a few weeks ago and they were so nice to send some love my way as well.<br />
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A perfect ending to my birthday week!</div>
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Another Monday....another start to the work week. How was your weekend? We had a wondeful time with family yesterday during our cookout in the backyard. We finally got a chance to clean the deck as the weather was cooperating. It has been raining on and off here in the PNW but we shouldn't complain since we have had "cool" temperatures compared to the rest of the country.</div>
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We also got to use these adirondack chairs that I got at Target {on clearance for $18 each}.</div>
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Family started to arrive and Smalls was so excited to see everyone, including doggie guests!<br />
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Everyone brought something to the cookout.</div>
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I also made a strawberry trifle --- my take on a strawberry shortcake!</div>
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Very easy. Layer sliced angel food cake, fat free vanilla pudding, sliced bananas, sliced strawberries and then fat free whipped cream. Repeat. I topped it with grated dark chocolate (optional).<br />
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Refreshing and light especially after a heavy meal.</div>
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Look who came to visit across the street from us the other morning.</div>
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Nice weekend spent visiting with family! I love summer time and always grateful to spend it with loved ones.<br />
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If you've been doing it ---- there's only 2 more days left in the <a href="http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-267-269-14350-0,00.html">Summer Running Streak</a>.<br />
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It's going to be a crazy weekend here in Spokaloo because of <a href="http://www.spokanehoopfest.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Hoopfest</span></a> - the biggest 3 on 3 basketball tournament in the planet which kicks off tomorrow!</div>
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For my birthday, I really needed new sports bras especially for running. I hate the uniboob and overtime, things have changed with my girls [either because of gravity/age but also because of weight re-distribution]. Check out my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/05/official-time.html">other post on sports bras</a>.</div>
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So I treated myself to <a href="http://www.titlenine.com/category/who+are+we/retail+stores/spokane,+wa.do">Title Nine</a>'s bra sale. </div>
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Normally, I get my sports bras from Target {C9 brand} or TJ Maxx {Nike}.</div>
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I've always wanted to try the <a href="http://www.titlenine.com/category/title-nine-sale/sports-bras-shelf-bra-tops-sale.do">Moving Comfort</a> brand since I've heard many good things about them. The gal at the store was very helpful with picking the right ones for my my needs as well. She had me try a few underwire sports bras which I've never had before. Verdict: not a fan of the underwire!</div>
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I ended up with these 3. Two of them were sale prices --- <i>Score</i>!</div>
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I also ordered the <a href="http://athleta.gap.com/browse/division.do?cid=49936">Bra Na Na bra top</a> from <a href="http://Athleta.com/">Athleta.com</a> which should be here by next week.</div>
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I've been teaching Zumba all week long and today is a rest day for me. Running easy 4 miles today and hubby is taking me out for my birthday dinner/happy hour tonight. </div>
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Working on a new Core routine for next week. Then we've got a barbecue cookout scheduled for Sunday ---- can't believe it's gonna be<b> July</b>! <b>Crazy!</b></div>
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P.S. Yesterday, I heard the <a href="http://www.buzzsugar.com/Ann-Curry-Leaves-Today-Show-23766869?utm_campaign=digest_email_2012-06-29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=popsugar.com&spi_campaign=digest_email_2012-06-29&spi_medium=email&spi_source=popsugar.com&utm_content=post_title">BEST NEWS</a> ever!</div>
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<li><a href="http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/the-best-sports-bras">Top Women's Sports Bras</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/gear/sports-bras/2011-guide-best-sports-bras-reviews/">Choosing the Best Sports Bras</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.self.com/fitness/blogs/freshfitnesstips/2012/02/the-best-sports-bra-for-big-bu.html">Best Sports Bras for Big Busts</a></li>
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Flowers from hubby! How sweet!!!!</div>
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What do I have planned? </div>
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I cashed in on my <b>FREE </b>bday Starbucks drink - got a <b>Venti light soy Americano Misto.</b></div>
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Power breakfast....</div>
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....and I tackled <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">10 miles</span></b> of running this morning ---- my first double digit in almost a year! I've kept the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">streak</a> going [with 1 more week to go] and getting my mileage up for <a href="http://www.seejanerun.com/t-see-jane-run-seattle-half-marathon-and-5k.aspx">See Jane Run</a>.</div>
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After a quick shower, I had a <b>smoothie pop</b></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Light strawberry yogurt</li>
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And then I'm partying tonight --- well, in the form of teaching <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Zumba</span></b>!<br />
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Here's some of my fellow birthday peeps..</div>
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And I thought I'd share a few things that you may not know about me.<br />
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1. I <b>love</b> working out or just being active in general --- it's a sickness.<br />
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2. As much as I love exercising, I like junk food, too. I eat it in moderation otherwise I'm just exercising so I can eat.<br />
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3. I've only had 1 car in my life....that means all my other vehicles have been Mom-mobiles {vans and SUVs}.<br />
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4. I'm a sucker for reality shows. BRAVO's got a hold on me.<br />
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5. I can never find a good pair of inexpensive, perfect fitting jeans.<br />
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6. I'm a very careful driver, yet I've had more tickets than hubby.<br />
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7. I hate my arms --- I love my legs!<br />
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8. I have to have the TV on in order to fall asleep.<br />
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Now from the late great <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/remembering-nora-ephrons-life-and-career/2012/06/27/gJQA6Jhs6V_video.html">Nora Ephron</a>:<br />
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<i><b>"In these days of physical fitness, hair dye and plastic surgery, you can live much of your life without feeling or even looking old. But then one day your knee goes, or your shoulder, or your back, or your hip. Your hot flashes come to an end; things droop. Spots appear."</b></i><br />
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<a href="http://www.piviandco.com/apps/agingbooth/">via </a></div>
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<b><i>'hope I never look like this --- if I can help it!</i></b></div>
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<b>Thank you to all the <strike>early</strike> well wishers this morning!</b></div>
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<a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/06/you-say-its-your-birthday.html">Last year's 42nd birthday</a></div>
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I've been working on getting my mileage up to get ready for <a href="http://www.seejanerun.com/t-see-jane-run-seattle-half-marathon-and-5k.aspx">See Jane Run</a> which is in about 3 weeks. I did 8 miles on the TM the other morning which wasn't <b>bad</b> but wasn't my <b>best</b> either. It's tough to train for a HM when teaching at the gym at the same time.<br />
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I'm going for 6 miles this morning and teaching Body Attack tonight --- so no happy hour <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☹.</span><br />
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Lots of local athletic-oriented activities going on this weekend.<br />
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So it's officially <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">s</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">u</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: lime; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">m</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">m</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">e</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">r! </span>Today is the longest day of the year!</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">Our weather is finally cooperating --- mid 70's today, <i>yahooo</i>!!!....I am sooo excited and am looking forward to all the FUN stuff that I want to do this season.</span></div>
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I was inspired by <a href="http://carrotsncake.com/2012/06/summer-bucket-list.html">Tina</a> the other day that I had to make my own </div>
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<li><strike>Eat more fruits.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Make ice pops.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Have a cookout.</strike></li>
<li>Attend an outdoor event.</li>
<li><strike>Eat strawberry shortcake.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Host happy hour at home.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go on a road trip!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Have a juicy burger!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Have a picnic!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Run a road race.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go for a hike.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Eat huckleberry ice cream!</strike></li>
<li><strike>Go to Seattle for the weekend.</strike></li>
<li><strike>Dine al fresca.</strike></li>
<li>Spend a day at the lake.</li>
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<b>P.S.</b> I wanted to start crossing off items on this list so I signed up for<i style="font-weight: bold;"> <a href="http://www.seejanerun.com/t-see-jane-run-seattle-half-marathon-and-5k.aspx">See Jane Run</a> </i>in Seattle which in 4 weeks {whoa ! }. Plus I got a great discount so why not?! I did it <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/07/see-jane-run-seattle-recap.html">last year,</a> too. And guess what??? ...<b>hubby's doing it with me!</b><br />
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I was a little skeptical about how this pancake would turn out while I was mixing the batter. I, for sure, thought that it was going to turn out "hard or tough". But it was one of the yummiest banana pancakes I've had in a while. I made it for <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/06/mediocre-movies-and-fathers-day.html">Father's Day breakfast</a> for hubby before he went on his long bike ride.</div>
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<li>5 Tbsp + 1 tsp AP flour</li>
<li>2 Tbsp quick cooking oats</li>
<li>1 packet stevia (I used <a href="http://www.livestrong.com/thedailyplate/nutrition-calories/food/kroger/apriva/">Apriva</a>)</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 banana mashed</li>
<li>1 egg beaten</li>
<li>1 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt</li>
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I topped it off with the rest of the banana, Smart balance margarine and maple syrup.</div>
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We had a fairly quiet weekend ourselves. In fact, it was a movie fest for hubby and I. Starting last Friday when we saw <b>Prometheus - mediocre movie #1</b></div>
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After the movie, we went to Happy Hour at<a href="http://www.flaminjoeswings.com/"> Flamin' Joe's.</a> It was hubby's turn to pick so <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">hot wings</span></b> it was...</div>
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Saturday Zumba started over the weekend. It was a lot of FUN but lots of people from the gym went to do the <a href="http://www.thedirtydash.com/races/spokane.html">Dirty Dash</a> that morning as well. Hubby went on an early bike ride and we met up at home afterwards with plans to go *Bed* shopping --- actually, more like <i>bed frame</i> shopping. We're looking for a platform bed mainly for Smalls. <i>Are we crazy?</i> Smalls is getting older and he's most likely got arthritis already from jumping up and down furniture --- one of which is our sleigh bed. So we're trying to look for one that sits low on the ground. We saw this one at <a href="http://www.daniafurniture.com/bedroom/beds">Dania</a> [<i>reminds me of Austin Powers</i>].</div>
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<b>Ghost Protocol - mediocre movie #2</b></div>
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<b>...and The Grey - mediocre movie #3</b></div>
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So sadly, we filled up on junk food for no reason<i> ----</i><i>*sigh* ---</i></div>
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Yesterday's Father's Day started out like this...</div>
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After finishing 6 miles on the TM, I started the laundry, cleaned the bathrooms and vacuumed the house. Hubby and I went to lunch at <a href="http://www.sushimarubellevue.com/">Sushi Maru</a> downtown for his Father's Day meal. Love the track sushi.<br />
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DD was so sweet to send over some chocolate covered strawberries {<b>on steroids</b>}!</div>
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They were huuugge!!</div>
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We ended the day watching Game 3 of the NBA Finals.<br />
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<b><i>Great weekend spent with my man!</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Happy Father's Day to my Dad, too!!!</i></b></div>
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<b><i><br /></i></b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-47186417630979297262012-06-15T08:41:00.000-07:002012-06-15T08:41:11.978-07:00TGIF Forecast<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: cyan; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Happy Friday and we have summer weather!!!!</b></span><br />
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Time to break out those flip-flops and show off those toes. I love flip-flops...they're so comfy and free'ing {<i>hubby will kill me</i>}.<br />
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Last night's dinner was *healthy* <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">fish and chips</span>. I used crushed cornflakes mixed with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil for the crunch. After seasoning the fish (I used mahi-mahi) with salt and cayenne pepper, I dipped it in egg whites (3 egg whites beaten until foamy), then dusted with AP flour and rolled onto the cornflake mix. Bake in the oven for about 5 minutes on each side at 400F. We had sweet potato fries on the side as well.<br />
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I did double-duty at the gym yesterday, taught STEP then Zumba so I was famished by the time I got home. I planted my face in front of the TV to watch <a href="http://www.nba.com/playoffs/2012/finals/">Game 2 of the NBA Finals</a> while I ate my Fish n' Chips. I had some of <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/02/world-nutella-day.html">THESE</a> afterwards ..... ok, maybe three or four.</div>
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I'm taking it easy today, 1 mile run to keep the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">streak</a> going. Then I'm going to try these <a href="http://www.self.com/drop10/2012/toners#slide=1">8 easy toning moves</a> from Self magazine.<br />
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<b>Have a great start to your weekend. Gotta watch the "Biebs" on the Today show now.</b><br />
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<b><i>Happy early Father's Day to all the DADs out there!</i></b><br />
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<b><i><br /></i></b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-4466338482352237682012-06-13T11:04:00.000-07:002012-06-13T11:04:02.428-07:00Random things<br />
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1. I gave hubby an early Father's Day present that I ordered from <a href="http://www.retroimageapparel.com/">Retro Image Apparel</a>. It's a company that was found it Seattle, WA (Retro) with a sister company (Micro Beer Jersey) in Portland, OR. Their inspiration came from the 1923 Bauhaus Exhibition poster. Their first products were tees, aprons, baby wear that featured imprinted vintage poster media...and now they manufacture mainly <b>cycling</b> <b>jerseys</b> for men and women. Check them out <a href="http://www.retroimageapparel.com/about.html">HERE</a> and they have excellent customer service --- thanks, <b>Ann!</b></div>
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2. We had a huge thunderstorm last night. I was asleep and I thought I was dreaming but it was real. Poor Smallsie, was a little on the edge but we made sure he was in a safe and comforting spot ---- underneath our covers, of course.<br />
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3. Dinner last night was <b>Cashew Chicken with Broccoli</b> (less the cashews). We had it over rice, too.</div>
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4. For dessert, I had a frozen yogurt (literally) -- I saw this idea somewhere in the blogosphere and I thought I'd try it...Verdict: It was ok, but nothing compared to a <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/07/saturday-is-spinning-day.html">"real" frozen yogurt</a> like my<a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2010/07/saturday-is-spinning-day.html"> favorite</a>.<br />
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5. I had my physical exam yesterday and I know I'm getting old when I can't read the bottom of the Eye chart.<br />
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6. I'm 17 days into the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">Running Streak</a> -- so far, so good. I did 6 miles this morning and Smalls had a lot of *salty* licking afterwards.<br />
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7. I found <a href="http://www.fitsugar.com/Running-Fewer-Than-20-Miles-Week-Helps-You-Live-Longer-23447969?utm_campaign=digest_email_2012-06-07&utm_medium=email&utm_source=popsugar.com&spi_campaign=digest_email_2012-06-07&spi_medium=email&spi_source=popsugar.com&utm_content=post_title">this article</a> online and though it was interesting.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #555555; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;">A recent study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine annual meeting has found that when it comes to your health, you may be better off going for a <a href="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/06/moderation-as-the-sweet-spot-for-exercise/?src=me&ref=health" style="color: #fd6800; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">more moderate pace and number of miles</a>.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #555555; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"></span><br />
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<i>The study looked at 30 years of health records for about 14,000 people who identified as runners (from a larger pool of 52,000 people) and found that those who reported that they ran from one to 20 miles a week at a jogging pace — 10 or 11 minutes per mile — had a lower risk of dying than those who didn't run at all or those who ran much faster — around 8.5 minutes per mile — or who ran more than 20 miles a week.</i></div>
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<i>Studies have previously shown that <a href="http://www.fitsugar.com/Jogging-Helps-You-Live-Longer-22958117" style="color: #fd6800; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">jogging can help you live a longer life</a>, and this newest finding is a great reminder that more isn't always better. Of course, beating your pace or mileage is more than about health — it's also about beating your personal bests! </i></div>
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<b style="font-style: italic;">How many miles a week do you run? Suddenly, I don't feel so envious of all the other *fast* runners out there </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺.</span><br />
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<b><i>I've got a massage today - Groupon deal -- gotta love 'em!!! Have a good Hump Day!</i></b><br />
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My parents also came from California and hubby and I surprised them at the Denver airport where we had our layover. They didn't know that we were all together for the last leg of the trip.</div>
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The first night in Dayton, we had dinner at a Thai restaurant called <a href="http://www.thai9restaurant.com/Main.html">Thai 9</a>.</div>
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The food was excellent -- one of the best Thai places I've been to [considering this was in Dayton]. We ordered Phad Thai, Mango Curry, Chicken Satay and they all tasted good. They were just the right level of spiciness, too!<br />
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The next day, I managed to get 3 miles in to keep the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">running streak</a> going. Weather in Dayton was <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">HOT</span> and humid. I couldn't get used to coming from 50 degree weather to 80 degree (<i>but felt like <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">100</span></i>) weather. We spent the rest of the day shopping at <a href="http://www.thegreene.com/">the Greene</a> and had happy hour/appetizers at the <a href="http://www.brioitalian.com/index.html">Brio Tuscan Grille</a>.</div>
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And if I've never mentioned it before (<i>shame on me</i>) but my Mom is a great cook especially Filipino food. She even took the time to show DD how to make 2 of her favorite dishes.</div>
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<b>Sinigang</b> - a Filipino stew with braised pork using tamarind as a souring base that we eat over rice.</div>
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Then Saturday was <b>GRADUATION DAY! </b>We had to be at the venue early (around 8:30 am). The ceremony didn't start until 10:00 so we had some time to catch up with Mom and Dad and even take a nap.</div>
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The school had a few engaging speakers (none of whom were famous), but what stood out to us was the recognition of a student graduating with <b>6 degrees</b> and you wanna know how old he is??? <b>Seventy-two! </b>And the youngest graduate<b> </b>was<b> 19 years old.</b><br />
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The university was also nice to provide snacks to all the family and friends of the graduates since the ceremony was quite lengthy.<br />
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After two and a half hours of speeches, recognitions and handing of *pseudo* diplomas....it was finally over.<br />
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We had lunch at the Cheesecake Factory. Always a good bet but kinda pricey for my taste.</div>
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DD loved, loved, loved her graduation present from hubby and I.</div>
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{Great deal on a Canon Rebel T3i from Costco}</div>
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<i>Can you tell????</i></div>
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It was so nice to spend the warm weekend with family, especially my parents whom I haven't seen for so long. I miss them already...and I miss DD, too.</div>
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We took a really early flight out of Dayton so we were back in the West coast by 9:30 am on Sunday [the only good part of flying in from the East Coast] --- so we had the rest of the day to tackle chores and get some physical activity in --- I ran 1 mile and did Body Pump while hubby went for his bike ride.</div>
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Guess who was <strike>always</strike> happy to see us -----</div>
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HAPPY NATIONAL RUNNING DAY!</div>
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And even though the day is almost done....I didn't forget to pay homage to this day. I kept the <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">streak going</a> and I had plans to run 5 miles today. Then I got to 6 miles and realized it was also 6/6 (June 6th). And since I get <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">freaked</span></b> by<i> *things like that*.... </i> I did 7 miles instead.</div>
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It's not too late to get in on the act ---- Check <a href="http://www.fitsugar.com/Running-Tips-National-Running-Day-23436077?utm_campaign=digest_email_2012-06-06&utm_medium=email&utm_source=popsugar.com&spi_campaign=digest_email_2012-06-06&spi_medium=email&spi_source=popsugar.com&utm_content=post_title">THIS</a> out.</div>
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Busy Wednesday for me with projects, cleaning and getting ready for a 4-day weekend.<br />
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It's been stormy here for the past few days and it's supposed to continue throughout the week. I guess technically, summer doesn't get here for at least another 2 weeks.<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">"Healthy" Chocolate Chip Cookies</span></b> <i>(adapted from <a href="http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/bevs_chocolate_chip_cookies.html">Bev's Chocolate Chip Cookies</a>)</i></div>
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<li>1/2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1/4 cup butter, softened</li>
<li>1/4 cup canola oil</li>
<li>1/3 cup granulated sugar (I used Apriva -similar to Stevia)</li>
<li>1/3 cup brown sugar</li>
<li>1 large egg</li>
<li>1 tsp vanilla extract</li>
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About <b>99 calories</b> per cookie.<br />
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I downloaded a FREE printable quote/art online and sent it to Staples for color printing. There's <b>tons</b> of them out there --- even on Pinterest. I used an 8 x 7 size but you can resize it however you like. It cost $1 + tax but I'm sure it's cheaper for smaller sizes.<br />
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Then I found a black frame with the mat already included at TJ Maxx for $9.99.</div>
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Picked out a spot on my kitchen wall....</div>
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Then hung it..</div>
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<i>Ta-dah!</i> It's that easy.</div>
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<b>Happy Hour on Friday</b></div>
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<b>Gym time, of course.</b></div>
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<b>Saw a Movie {Snow White and the Huntsman}</b></div>
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<b>And spent time with this little guy...</b></div>
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The summer schedule is now out at one of the gyms I work at. I did my last Core/Abs class and my last Body STEP class at that gym this weekend. That'll make my *practice* schedule a little lighter since they're replacing STEP with Zumba. That should help me with my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">Running streak</a>, too.<br />
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I also made <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/07/kale-chips.html">THESE</a> over the weekend</div>
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<b>Sunday</b> - <strike>1 mile + <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">New release! </span>Body PUMP</strike><br />
<b>Monday</b> - <strike>1 mile + Core/Abs + Zumba</strike><br />
<b>Tuesday</b> - <strike>1 mile + Body PUMP + Body Attack</strike><br />
<b>Wednesday</b> - <strike>5 miles</strike> --- 7 miles<br />
<b>Thursday</b> - <strike>3 miles</strike> 4 miles ☜ Travel day<br />
<b>Friday</b> - <strike>1 mile</strike> 3.5 miles<br />
<b>Saturday</b> - <strike>1 mile</strike> 1.5 mile<br />
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.....and they are one of the highest antioxidant containing fruits in the US diet, also high in potassium and Vitamin C. What to do with blueberries? I woke up this morning needing another hit of <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/not-so-lonely-scone.html">THIS</a>.</div>
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But I decided to try a different recipe this time that I can have for breakfast or for a healthy snack.</div>
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<li>2/3 cup granulated sugar (I substituted Splenda)</li>
<li>1 1/2 tsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/4 tsp salt</li>
<li>1 cup fresh blueberries</li>
<li>2 tsp grated lemon rind</li>
<li>3/4 cup low fat buttermilk (I substituted light Silk soy milk)</li>
<li>3 Tbsp butter, melted</li>
<li>1 tsp lemon juice</li>
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<b>Option:</b> Combine 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and 1 tsp lemon rind, 2 tsp lemon juice and stir until smooth. Drizzle glaze evenly over muffins.</div>
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<a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/lets-go-streaking.html">Running streak Day 3</a> - I did an interval training on the TM today for a total of 3 miles.</div>
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I'm signing up for a Half-marathon in September (<a href="http://sandpointchamber.org/TheScenicHalf.html">Scenic Half in Sandpoint</a>) which was the race I didn't get to do last year because of my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/08/my-knee-diagnosis-and-treatment.html">knee injury/diagnosis</a>. So this year is *redemption* and I'm not trying to get a PR or anything --- although it would be nice --- but I just want to get another HM under my belt. My goal for the year was to do at least 1 race per season [a 5K, a 10K or a HM]. 5K -- check, 12K -- check, next is HM.</div>
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It's tough to train when you teach classes at the same time. In fact, to maintain my running routine, I'm doing the <a href="http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-267-269-14350-0,00.html">Runner's World Summer Running Streak 2012</a>. You run at least one mile per day, everyday, starting today <b>Memorial Day</b> (5/28) and ending on <b>Independence Day</b> (7/4). That's <b>38 days</b> of consecutive running. If you want to learn more, or join, check out the <i>deets</i> <a href="http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-267-269-14350-0,00.html">HERE</a>.<br />
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My <b>11 week</b> schedule looks like <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AoQrGgAXRrN5dHNaam5EOWJOa1dZZERDbTFzZkZTblE#gid=0">THIS</a>.</div>
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<li><a href="http://www.halhigdon.com/training/51130/Half-Marathon-Training-Guide">Hal Higdon Training Programs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.halhigdon.com/training/51130/Half-Marathon-Training-Guide">Half Marathon Training Plans at Runner's World</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.marathonrookie.com/half-marathon-training.html">Marathon Rookie</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.jeffgalloway.com/training/half_marathon.html">Run Injury Free with Jeff Galloway</a></li>
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So last Friday, one of my best friends from college got married {<i>finally</i>}. We had a tight-knit group {of 5} throughout nursing school and we don't see each other often enough since we all live in different states.</div>
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We drove to Florence, Arizona where the wedding took place at the<a href="http://thewindmillwinery.com/"> Windmill Winery</a>.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">[Groom's cake - Big Red Sox fan - <i>duh</i>!]</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">[Appetizers]</span></div>
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<b>My Besties!</b></div>
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Congratulations Martha and Mike!</div>
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Hi friends! I got back from Phoenix last night. After waiting for <strike>what seemed like</strike> hours on end....I got in to Spokaloo at around 10:30 pm and I couldn't wait to get in to my own bed and sleep in [not to mention see hubby and Smallsie, of course]. </div>
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It was so much fun to catch up with all my <i>besties</i> from college but it's also hard not being able to get enough sleep for the last 3 days --- it was a quick but <b>FUN</b> trip!</div>
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So the first night, my girlfirend Maria and I went to Zumba class at an LA Fitness club in Tempe. It costs us $7.50 each as a drop-in fee {which I didn't think was worth it at all}. Although it was a big class, the instructor was not very motivating nor was she a "role model" either. She was barefoot the entire class {a no-no}, didn't have her music together and <i>*yawned*</i> a few times --- yes, yawned!</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(Dinner was as Asian bowl at a local place called Kyoto Bowl -- wasn't that good but it was getting late)</span></div>
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We had to go back and pick up our other friend, Jenina at the airport afterwards, who didn't get in until 9:30 that night. We stayed at the <a href="http://phoenixairport.place.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels-phoenixairport-place/place/index.jsp?src=agn_smg_hp_ppc_google_ss_propertyspecific_phxza_hyattplacetempe&k_clickid=231d3a21-77ba-7168-b3d3-0000082d5de5&hyattprop=yes">Hyatt Place in Tempe</a> which was a really nice hotel close to the airport. Of course, I didn't get to take pictures but you can check it out <a href="http://phoenixairport.place.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels-phoenixairport-place/place/index.jsp?src=agn_smg_hp_ppc_google_ss_propertyspecific_phxza_hyattplacetempe&k_clickid=231d3a21-77ba-7168-b3d3-0000082d5de5&hyattprop=yes">HERE</a>.</div>
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The next day was the wedding and we woke up quite early to start <strike>gossiping</strike> catching up. I managed to get an early run in, just so I can get it out of the way.</div>
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We had some time to kill since the wedding wasn't until 6 pm so we went to the local outlet mall called <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/?id=1226">Arizona Mills</a> and actually found a Filipino restaurant (<a href="http://www.redribbonbakeshop.us/index.html">Red Ribbon</a>) where we had lunch.</div>
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I'll tell you all about the wedding at the next post. I've got laundry to finish right now and maybe get a run in.</div>
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<b><i>Have a great Sunday!</i></b><br />
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I've got a trip to get ready for. One of my best college friends is finally getting married! So I am heading to Phoenix Arizona for the weekend.<br />
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So today's plans included:<br />
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<b>1. A Workout </b><br />
If I don't do it in the morning, I know it won't get done. So after leisurely finishing my latte this morning, I started on the TM around 8:15 am. I wanted to do 5 miles but ended up doing 8 --- BOOM!<br />
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I made a quick smoothie afterwards and took my stinky bootie in the shower.<br />
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<b>2. Next was a stop at the Bank</b><br />
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<b>3. Then to Target</b> where I got nail polish, a loofah for hubby, and a travel-size hairspray....<br />
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<b>4. Next was TJ Maxx</b> where I got a pair of Aviators for $9.99 and a case for $6.99<br />
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<b>6. Painted my nails</b><br />
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<b>7. Cooked dinner</b><br />
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<b>8. And now...pack</b> for a 3-day trip including wedding attire<br />
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I don't leave until tomorrow afternoon, so I'll have time to do a quick Body PUMP <i>sesh</i> before I leave. I'm meeting my girlfriend at the Phoenix airport and we're scheduled to go to a Zumba class tomorrow night. Can't wait to see how Phoenix does their Zumba....<br />
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1/3 cup flour<br />
1/2 tsp baking powder<br />
1/4 tsp salt<br />
1 Tbsp sugar<br />
1 Tbsp cold butter, cut into small cubes<br />
2 1/2 Tbsp skim milk<br />
2 Tbsp mix-in of choice (I used blueberries)<br />
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In a food processor, combine flour, salt, baking powder and sugar. Add the butter and pulse into mixture until it resembles crumbs. Then add the mix-ins and milk and pulse until dough starts to pull away from sides. Pull out the dough and form into a circle patting it down to 1/2 in thickness. Place on parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly.<br />
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<b><i>Zumba shakin' this morning!</i></b></div>
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It was a glorious weekend here...the sun was out and the temperature was in the mid-60's. Perfect <i>can't-wait-for-summer</i> weather.<br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(Nothing but blue skies)</span></i></div>
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Hubby did a *<b>2-a-day</b>* bike ride on Saturday and we met up at the house after I taught Body STEP at the gym. In between his ride, we went to Costco (for gas), then had <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/cinco-de-mayo-2012.html">lunch</a> at <a href="http://www.atilanos.com/">Atilano's</a>. Then we went to REI to check out their sale.<br />
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Hubby bought a new pair of bike shorts and riding shirt while I got a pair of Teva walking shoes for $52.<br />
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Then we came home, spent some time with Smallsie, took a quick nap and I went to a friend's house for an ice cream/girl's night out party (courtesy of <a href="http://www.houseparty.com/event/sweetfreedom">Blue Bunny</a>).<br />
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Sunday was spent doing chores including making my *lists* for the week. We also managed to clean out the garage, do a little weeding and yard work. I taught Body Attack in the afternoon.<br />
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<i> [Tried to move a couple of bird's nest being built .....]</i></div>
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Speaking of lists, here's what the workout schedule for the week looks like:<br />
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<li><b>Sunday</b> - <strike>Body Attack</strike></li>
<li><b>Monday </b>- <strike>Core/Abs/Zumba</strike></li>
<li><b>Tuesday</b> - <strike>Body Pump</strike>/<strike>Body Attack</strike></li>
<li><b>Wednesday</b> - <strike>Run 5 mi</strike>/<strike>Zumba</strike></li>
<li><b>Thursday</b> - <strike>Run 3 mi</strike>/<strike>Body Pump</strike>/<strike>Zumba</strike> <i><b>☜</b> going on a trip</i></li>
<li><b>Friday</b> - <strike>Run (5 mi)</strike></li>
<li><b>Saturday</b> - <strike>Rest</strike></li>
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<b><i>Do you have your week planned out already?</i></b><br />
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I always try to get my meal, workout and activities planned out by Sunday night.<br />
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<b>Have a great Monday!</b><br />
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It's no secret that I <i>lurve</i> me some sushi. I can have sushi everyday for the rest of my life. </div>
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Hubby was the one that actually introduced me to sushi when we were still dating. He took me to a sushi restaurant in California and had me try a California roll [which was good] but also had me try the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #38761d;"><b>wasabi</b></span> {straight up} --- which turned me off immediately. [If you've ever eaten plain horseradish on it's own--you know what I mean.]</div>
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Over the years, I've acquired a discerning palate for different kinds of sushi and I am more adventurous now than before. My favorite is sashimi [which is just the plain raw fish without the rice] but I will try anything and everything.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(sashimi)</span></div>
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If you're new to sushi and thinking about trying it for the first time, here's some of my tips:</div>
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<b>Stay on the safe side</b></div>
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Go to a reputable sushi restaurant. Nowadays, you can find reviews on Apps such as Yelp or Tripadvisor which is very helpful especially when you're traveling. You'll have fresher selection from cities that are closer to the water (like San Francisco or Seattle) but other places can have them shipped usually in 24 hours (like Las Vegas).</div>
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<a href="http://www.sushi-mon.com/">(SushiMon)</a></div>
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<b>Try cooked items first</b></div>
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Not all sushi is raw. If you are uncomfortable eating something raw, try something cooked and that you like. There's also sushi without seafood ("vegetarian sushi") such as a cucumber roll. Other examples are:</div>
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<li><i>California Roll</i> - avocado, cucumber and imitation crab meat</li>
<li><i>Eel (Unagi)</i> - cooked and served with a sweet savory sauce on top</li>
<li><i>Shrimp (Ebi)</i> - is always cooked</li>
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<b>Start with Rolls instead of Sushi or Sashimi</b><br />
Rolls are made with rice and the fish is within the roll and not on top (which is called nigiri). It can be wrapped usually with seaweed but some are wrapped with lettuce or just the rice. This might offset the thought of eating something raw from the get-go.<br />
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Here is Nigiri ( kinds of tuna--pink and white, and unagi--eel)</div>
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Unagi rolls</div>
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A variety plate</div>
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You can use chopsticks to pick up the sushi or you can use your fingers. Put a small amount of wasabi (Japanese horseradish---which is always optional) and mix it with soy sauce (I use low sodium soy sauce) in a small dish provided for you. Dip your sushi lightly in the mixture then put the entire thing in your mouth (if you can).<br />
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Some sushi restaurants have desserts that you can try. They are usually small (bite-size) which is perfect!<br />
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<b>Let the chef help you</b><br />
Ask the sushi chef what you should try first. They are always very helpful. Do not expect them to handle money. People who handle the food, never touch the money.<br />
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I hope all you wonderful MOMS had a great and relaxing day yesterday.<br />
I did everything that I wanted to do on <i>my</i> mother's day. I ran 5 miles on the TM in the morning and then cleaned the house and did the laundry [somehow---doing chores also relaxes me...]<br />
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Then I got....<br />
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.....a surprise<br />
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......at the door...<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">{Thanks, DD!}</span></div>
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And then hubby and I went to lunch to celebrate with the <i>fam</i>.</div>
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My MIL</div>
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<b>Phad Thai</b> for me </div>
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<b> Thai iced coffee</b> to wash it all down.</div>
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It was a wonderful day capped off by some shopping. I bought a tote bag at TJ Maxx and some new Zumba outfits online. Thank you to the <i>fam</i> for such a lovely day! Too bad I couldn't spend it with my own Mom but I am going to see her in just a few weeks.<br />
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Going to practice today for a different routine at work.<br />
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In the meantime, if you haven't seen this video...check it out....so funny!<br />
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<b>Don't Be That Guy At the Gym</b></div>
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We got him a little *doggie pizza* {that we bought at one of the "cool" pet stores in Vegas}.<br />
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First, he got a birthday bath.<br />
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So handsome!</div>
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Then a candle on his birthday pizza </div>
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.....and we sang *Happy Birthday* to him!</div>
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Happy Birthday little guy!</div>
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<b><i>Check out <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/05/happy-b-day-smalls.html">last year's birthday</a>.</i></b><br />
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If I've been a poor blogger the past few days, it's because hubby and I were in Vegas, baby!</div>
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Yes....we left on Tuesday and got into Vegas at noon. After picking up our car rental, we headed to the <a href="http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlets/outlet.asp?id=58">Outlet stores</a> and had lunch at one of our favorite sushi places in Vegas -- <a href="http://makinolasvegas.com/">Makino</a> (more on that later on).</div>
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Then we checked in to our hotel --- <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lasvg-marriotts-grand-chateau-1-and-2/">The Marriot Grand Chateau</a>. I actually prefer staying in one of the hotels that's off the strip and this location was perfect. It was walking distance to the Vegas strip so it was still fairly close to most of the *big* hotels. A big plus is that the gym is FREE. If you've been to Vegas and have stayed in one of the hotels on the strip, you have to pay at least a minimum of $25/day to use the gym....plus most of those hotels reek in smoke.</div>
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This one was a resort that's more "family-friendly" and NO casino inside.</div>
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The lobby</div>
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...the living room/dining room</div>
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King size bedroom</div>
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Our view</div>
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Here's some of the "new" sites in Vegas.<br />
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The new Aria hotel next to the Vdara. Aria has a casino while Vdara is strictly a hotel. Both hotels were more modern and contemporary in design.</div>
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Rubbing the <b>Buddha</b> belly for good luck!<br />
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The Venetian and Palazzo</div>
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One of the highlights of our trip was a couple's massage that hubby booked for our Anniversary. It's our <b>20th Anniversary</b>, which is really why we went to Vegas. We went to a place called <a href="http://www.boracaymassagevegas.com/">Boracay massage</a> that hubby found out about on <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g45963-d1829791-Reviews-Boracay_Massage-Las_Vegas_Nevada.html">tripadvisor</a>. It was probably one of the best massages I've ever had in my entire life. It was 1½ hour Swedish massage that also included a stone massage and a foot scrub. I was a noodle afterwards...all the soreness from <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/bloomsday-2012.html">Bloomsday</a> was <i>kneaded</i> away.</div>
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Luck did pay off at the end our stay....and <a href="http://www.mandalaybay.com/">Mandalay Bay</a> paid us good!!!!</div>
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<b><i>What have you been up to? Are you a gambler or just a spectator?</i></b></div>
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I like the slot machines and my favorite one is called *Haywire Deluxe*. If you're ever in Vegas, look it up before they become extinct {they are replacing most of the slot machines with digital ones}.</div>
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<li>1 cup granulated sugar</li>
<li>2 cups unbleached flour</li>
<li>2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1/2 tsp plus a pinch of salt</li>
<li>1/2 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>1/2 tsp ground nutmeg</li>
<li>2 medium apples, peeled, cored, quartered then diced</li>
<li>2 large eggs</li>
<li>1 cup fat free sour cream</li>
<li>1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted</li>
<li>1/4 cup brown sugar</li>
<li>1/4 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
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1. Preheat oven to 400F.<br />
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2. Whisk together, sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Add diced apples, tossing to coat.<br />
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3. Whisk together eggs, yogurt and butter in a small bowl. Gently fold the liquid mixture into the flour mixture until just combined. Don't overmix or muffins will be tough. Divide batter among muffin/cupcake liners inside a standard muffin tin.<br />
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4. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle a little of the mixture over the top of each muffin.<br />
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5. Bake until muffins are brown around edges and spring back when touched, 16-18 minutes. Remove muffin pan to a rack to cool for a bout 5 minutes. The, turn out muffins onto a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store muffins in an an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Or freeze in a plastic container for longer storage.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta; font-size: large;"><b><a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/">Bloomsday</a></b></span> morning started early. We woke up around 5:30 am and I made coffee and breakfast to wake us up and give us much needed energy for the morning.</div>
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We headed out around 7:15 am. We parked at the Northtown Mall and proceeded to take the shuttle that took us downtown. We walked about a block to our starting line {Yellow} and after a quick pit-stop to the *Honey Buckets*, we stood and waited in our group where there were already about 5 rows of people lined up. </div>
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Hubby and I both wore our "throw-away" sweats --- the weather was chilly but sunny, around 31 degrees at the starting line. I decided not to wear my Garmin but I did have my ipod and my Spibelt (to hold my phone and lip balm). I wore capris instead of shorts. About 30 minutes before the start, I ate a mini Larabar.</div>
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Ready -- set -- go!</div>
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Hubby and I quickly lost each other. I saw him again around mile 2 and he was ahead of me. I felt like I was going so slow, but I tried to enjoy the atmosphere, the people and the race in general with no expectations whatsoever except to finish.<br />
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When I got to <b>Doomsday Hill</b>, I thought..."<i>well maybe I can run half of it and walk half of it</i>".<br />
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<b>I ran the whole hill --- slow and steady!!! </b>It took me 4.3 minutes to get up the hill according to their new timing chip.</div>
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Then I knew I had a fairly flat road towards the finish. My knees started bothering me around mile 2. It wasn't bad enough to stop --- just enough to let me know to be cautious. I knew that if I stopped to walk, I may not be able to start back running again so I just kept my comfortable pace until the finish.<br />
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I crossed the finish line at around 1:11 and waited for hubby who crossed it around 1:16. We were so glad we finished it!</div>
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We got our <b>shirts </b>and met up with a few friends including my SIL.</div>
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I finished at <b>1:06:05 --- a PR</b>!!!!</div>
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Placed 4,928 out of 47,481</div>
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Average Pace of 8:51 per mile</div>
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Placed 87th among 865 of the same age</div>
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Placed 147th out of 2,533 in my age group</div>
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I had <b><u>NO</u></b> expectations at all except to have fun and finish. I'm so shocked and <b>HAPPY</b> that I <b>PR'd (about 4½ minutes faster than last year's) </b>even with *bum* knees. Hubby also <b>PR'd - 1:10:48 </b>and I am so proud of him!!!!</div>
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Goes to show you....if you keep working hard and believe in yourself, you'll reap the rewards!</div>
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Check out <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/05/bloomsday-2011.html">last year's Bloomsday</a>.</div>
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The place wasn't that busy yet but it started to pick up since it was happy hour and lots of people coming from the trades show.<br />
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We got seated at the bar and ordered our drinks ---- a mojito for me and a Denver ale for hubby.</div>
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Service was quick and friendly.<br />
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Very, very good! It came with a side of the fire roasted salsa as well ---yummy!</div>
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Overall, the ambiance was cool and hip. Flat screen TVs for sports enthusiasts. I noticed more of the *yuppie* crowd that night. Service was good and the food was good.<br />
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I give it a 3½ winky face.</div>
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Hi there ☺!</div>
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We're currently recovering from <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/05/bloomsday-trade-show.html">Bloomsday</a> and while I ice my knees and enjoy a chocolate cake ♡....</div>
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I thought I'd share with you what we did for Cinco de Mayo.</div>
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I taught the new Body STEP release at the gym in the morning while hubby rode his bike. We met up back at the house and since we knew we had a race in the morning, we decided to go out to a <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-size: large;"><b>*Mexican*</b></span> lunch instead. Hubby had coupons for this new place downtown called "<a href="http://www.atilanos.com/">Atilano's Mexican Food"</a>. They boast having <b>San Diego's Best Burritos</b>!</div>
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Hubby had the <b>Chicken Burrito</b> -- two thumbs up<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> ✌</span>!!!</div>
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...with Nachos on the side...</div>
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And I had the <b>Carne Asada Fajita </b>[although I skipped the tortillas, rice and beans]</div>
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Overall, it was ok....the burritos were definitely the star! So next time, I might just try a burrito myself.<br />
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.....I could've used a Margarita too, but we went out the night before for happy hour (more on that later on)....<br />
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I'll post a recap of Bloomsday soon as well as a review of our recent happy hour.<br />
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<b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Did you do anything to celebrate the 5th of May? </span></i></b><br />
<b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Did you see the supersized moon????</span></i></b><br />
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Tomorrow is<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> <a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: purple;">Bloomsday</span></a></span>! </div>
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The <b>Lilac Bloomsday Run</b> is always held on the first Sunday of May. It's 12 km (7.46 miles) and is one of the largest and most prestigious road races in the world. There were over 50,000 finishers last year.</div>
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<a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/SponsorsHow.htm">(source)</a></div>
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So yesterday we headed downtown to pick up our race packets and check out the trade show/expo. It's not very big compared to other trade shows but then again it's Spokaloo so it was good enough.</div>
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This one caught my eye. The new <a href="http://www.polarusa.com/us-en/products/maximize_performance/cycling/RCX5_Tour_de_France">Polar RCX5 Tour de France GPS/training watch</a>. I can't believe how much this gadget can do.....I also can't believe how much it costs .... <b>$450 </b>(normally $470)</div>
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Here's Nordstrom Rack's booth</div>
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Have you heard of<b> <a href="http://www.incrediwear.com/index.html">Incrediwear</a></b>???</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 5px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 5px; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>"....... significantly enhance comfort and mobility, outcomes that occur due to <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;"><u>increased blood flow, regulation of temperature, and delivery of a greater supply of oxygen to the targeted area. </u></span>They are also antimicrobial, odor absorbing and moisture wicking for supreme long wearing comfort. This makes for the perfect travel companion since even with repetitive wearing, they won't need laundering. ..... ideal choice for travelers, sports enthusiasts, or those just seeking the best comfort available."</i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 5px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 5px; border-collapse: collapse;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">When the *owner/inventor* found out that hubby and were both health care professionals...he gave us a few samples to try for ourselves or for clients/patients <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">☺</span>. Check out the website for more <a href="http://www.incrediwear.com/index.html">INFO</a>.</span></span></div>
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I will surely try these socks and see if my feet recover faster. I've got <a href="http://www.cepcompression.com/">CEP compression socks</a>, too so at least I can make a comparison. I also got a knee brace (<a href="http://www.incrediwear.com/products/incredibrace/index.html">Incredibrace</a>) which hopefully will help as well.</div>
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Speaking of knees, I got both knees taped for free. I figure---it's not going to hurt me so I will try to run with them and see. </div>
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Have you ever tried <a href="http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-241-286--13018-0,00.html">Kinesio taping</a> before?</div>
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I have been taking it easy {as far as running goes} since we got back from <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2012/04/senior-day-recap.html">our trip</a>. My <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/08/my-knee-diagnosis-and-treatment.html">knees </a>have really been bothering me since...... I blame it mostly on sitting with my knees bent for hours on end ----in the plane and watching softball for 2 to 3 hours at a time. Remember my <a href="http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/2011/08/my-knee-diagnosis-and-treatment.html">knee diagnosis</a>??? So basically think of an elastic band that goes over the knee cap. When you're sitting for prolonged periods of time, that elastic band stretches as your knees are bent pressing on it and causing the pain. It helps to flex and extend every 10 minutes or so or stand up and walk around.</div>
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I'm glad this was a "tapering" week for me anyway. So I did everything I could to ease the pain...rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, ice and just generally taking it easy. I have *skipped* Body PUMP all week. Nevertheless, I'm still committed to running <a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/">Bloomsday</a> this weekend. If not for the on and off knee pain, I'm even willing to run another half-marathon soon. What?!? Let's wait until we see how this weekend goes.</div>
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I'm excited, scared and frustrated all at the same time. <b>Excited</b> to get out there and run again. <b>Scared</b> of how my knees would fair. <b>Frustrated</b> that I can't go all out and race.</div>
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We're going to the <a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/TradeShowOverview.htm">Bloomsday trade show</a> this afternoon then maybe a pre- Cinco de Mayo celebration---- a Quatro de Mayo!!!</div>
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<li>1 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>1 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li>1/2 tsp salt</li>
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<li>1 cup raisins</li>
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We flew in to Dayton last Thursday and met up with DD who was finishing softball practice that night. After a quick introduction to Benny and Nate (her BF)....<br />
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Saturday was rainy and windy. DD had a double header that day which was rain-delayed. Nevertheless, we got the 2 games in ---- as we nearly froze <strike>to death</strike> sitting in the bleachers. We didn't finish until almost 8:30 that night so hubby went to pick up <a href="http://www.chipotle.com/en-US/Default.aspx?type=default">Chipotle</a> for dinner ---<i>yummy</i>!!!</div>
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And Sunday was <b>SENIOR DAY</b>. It's a day to celebrate the softball career of the girls who have played [<i>more than likely</i>] for many years, and in DD's case ---- for at least the last 10 years.<br />
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The team had 4 seniors this year.</div>
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And DD played so well against Green Bay up until about the 4th inning when she was called out at home plate as the "bulldozer" of a catcher *blocked* the plate and knocked DD to the ground. My heart about stopped when that happened because it took a while for DD to catch her breath and get up. She's pretty tough and has gone through many injuries {and sports-related surgeries} in the past but this one was pretty offensive. Long story short, she had to come out of the game because she started getting dizzy, nauseated and kinda *out-of-it*. We had to take her to the ER to get evaluated and as it turns out, she suffered a mild concussion.<br />
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After a CT scan, she was cleared to come home and I was just happy to have her back healthy. She will most likely miss the last week of the softball season, but she's had the <b>BEST</b> softball career anyone could ever hope for, including going 2 for 2 her last game.</div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><b>Freshman:</b> Horizon League All-Newcomer </li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><b>Sophomore:</b> First Team All-Horizon League (led the league in hits and finished 2nd in batting average)</li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><b>Junior:</b> Second Team All-Horizon League</li>
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<b>CONGRATULATIONS DD!!! We are sooooo very proud of you! </b></div>
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-25711988651744999812012-04-25T15:40:00.001-07:002012-04-25T15:41:03.471-07:00Quick HelloHello friends ☺!<br />
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I've got a trip this weekend [to see DD] and am very excited to see her.<br />
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In the meantime, I've been busy at the gym --- teaching, subbing and getting workouts *in* before the trip. Am I the only one that does that before going on vacay??? {I use the term "vacay" loosely, of course since it's a quick trip -- more like a long weekend really}.<br />
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The weather has been bipolar around here....we went from 50's one day to <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">80's </span></b>the next.<br />
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...the best part of my day was a massage this afternoon (I really needed it). Wahoo!!!!<br />
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About a month ago, I had applied and was chosen to host a *<a href="http://houseparty.com/">house party</a>* sponsored by <a href="http://silksoymilk.com/content/silk-difference"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Silk Milk</span></b></a> to introduce their new product<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> <a href="http://silksoymilk.com/products/fruit-protein?gclid=COXx87DeyK8CFWUaQgodTlijZQ">Fruit and Protein smoothie</a></span>. I was excited to host of course, because I already love Silk milk and use it everyday for my latte. I was curious about their smoothie and wanted to try it myself especially after my long runs.</div>
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A few weeks later, my party pack came in the mail.</div>
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<a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/breakfast-casserole-recipe/index.html"> Breakfast casserole</a> (using <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/breakfast-casserole-recipe/index.html">THIS</a> recipe)</div>
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Looking at the nutritional label...the calories are not bad at all. Considering that when I make my smoothie from scratch, I usually use 1 cup of yogurt (about 70 calories), protein powder (about 60 calories), fruit (banana/strawberries -about 100 calories) and a negligible amount of calories from a splash of OJ and soy milk = about 250-300 calories total.</div>
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So 150 calories for 1 cup with carbs and sugar mostly from fruit and 5 grams of protein in 1cup is not bad at all. Great for after-workouts and an easy source of protein for muscle recovery.</div>
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Everyone had a great time and all had favorable feedback about Silk.</div>
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Thank you Silk! for (half) sponsoring my house party!!!</div>
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<b><i>What were you up to this weekend????</i></b><br />
<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://jenfro-frostbites.blogspot.com/y_key_e5a2c7f3e9beaa6e.html</div>Jennhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05230121622706635474noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5703914631562331899.post-38154091636558463932012-04-20T14:08:00.002-07:002012-04-20T14:10:51.707-07:00Mileage up, mileage downHi! I *<i>karate chopped</i>* 8 miles on Wednesday. I planned on 6 but felt really good so I just continued on until I hit mile 8. Then I'll start to taper next week getting ready for <a href="http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/">Bloomsday</a>.<br />
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Post-run protein smoothie.</div>
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I also rolled my feet on this foot roller "thingy" that I keep in the freezer (in a ziplock, of course)</div>
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then iced my knees.</div>
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Today, I did 5 miles before I had to go to the gym. I'm gonna be busy all day trying to get ready for a brunch that I will tell you all about on Monday.<br />
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In the meantime, I just wanted to say Hi! and I hope you all enjoy the weekend!<br />
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