However, it won't stop raining here and it's only in the 40s. We have decided to at least attempt to venture out so off I go to travel across the bay....
Saturday, February 19, 2011
San Francisco...
I can see it from my hotel balcony...
However, it won't stop raining here and it's only in the 40s. We have decided to at least attempt to venture out so off I go to travel across the bay....
However, it won't stop raining here and it's only in the 40s. We have decided to at least attempt to venture out so off I go to travel across the bay....
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Red Velvet....
Red velvet cake is a definite must-try food, it is quite amazing. However, I believe I may have found a way to enjoy it even more- Red Velvet Cake Balls.
You've been reading food blogs for a while I'm sure you've come across cake balls, and I think I might have to nominate them for top prize. The weekend before Valentine's Day I created these treats for a church potluck and they were a hit.
The steps are pretty simple: bake a boxed cake mix as directed, crumble the cake after it cools, mix the frosting into the crumbles, and then begin the creation of your cake balls.
Roll them and freeze them....
Dip them....
Decorate them...
Eat them...
For details directions on how to prepare check out this post on How Sweet It Is, it was the guide that I used when creating mine.
Have you ever tried a cake ball???? Did you love them????
You've been reading food blogs for a while I'm sure you've come across cake balls, and I think I might have to nominate them for top prize. The weekend before Valentine's Day I created these treats for a church potluck and they were a hit.
The steps are pretty simple: bake a boxed cake mix as directed, crumble the cake after it cools, mix the frosting into the crumbles, and then begin the creation of your cake balls.
Roll them and freeze them....
Dip them....
Decorate them...
Eat them...
For details directions on how to prepare check out this post on How Sweet It Is, it was the guide that I used when creating mine.
Have you ever tried a cake ball???? Did you love them????
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Special Delivery...
Tonight upon arriving back to my hotel room, I found this on the desk...
I wonder who might have sent me flowers...
Oh yeah, my wonderful husband who knows just how to brighten my day and bring a smile to my face for the next two weeks!
Aren't they beautiful????
They have slowly started to open up while I've been working away tonight, and they smell good too!
Thanks COL Husband!!!!
I wonder who might have sent me flowers...
Oh yeah, my wonderful husband who knows just how to brighten my day and bring a smile to my face for the next two weeks!
Aren't they beautiful????
They have slowly started to open up while I've been working away tonight, and they smell good too!
Thanks COL Husband!!!!
Time Zone Change...
Changing time zones has been working out in my favor this morning...
It's only 6:30 here in California and I have already worked out, made coffee, showered, gotten ready for the day, and now I am blogging- Crazy!
My luggage arrived last night at around 9am, and I quickly unpacked and went to bed. I was so exhausted so it was hard to fall asleep, but eventually I caught some shut eye.
It's only 6:30 here in California and I have already worked out, made coffee, showered, gotten ready for the day, and now I am blogging- Crazy!
My luggage arrived last night at around 9am, and I quickly unpacked and went to bed. I was so exhausted so it was hard to fall asleep, but eventually I caught some shut eye.
I got up about 4:30 this morning because well it's similar to sleeping in until 7:30 for me. I had read last night that the gym didn't "open" until 6am, but I figured I'd see if I could get in and it worked. Nobody came to kick me out so I just did what I needed to do. Today's workout included 10 intervals at 7.8mph and an incline of 1.0, and then my normal upper body routine modified based on the available equipment. It felt good!
After the workout I made some coffee, showered, and got ready for an interesting day.
One thing I'm looking forward to today is this apple, it's called a Pink Lady. I have never heard of this type of apple, but I'm excited for my afternoon snack.
Alright off to get some breakfast, then it's work all day!
Have you ever tried a Pink Lady apple? Do you like changing time zones?
Monday, February 14, 2011
Landed...
Happy Valentine's Day!!!
I spend my Valentine's Day flying the friendly skies with "LUV" Airlines, AKA Southwest. In the terminal I was greeted by this kissing booth, but I'm a married woman so I did not partake. Don't worry though no actual kisses were being given, only the Hershey versions.
My husband dropped me off bright and early at 6am, I didn't sleep last night, I didn't sleep on the flight, and for some reason I'm not even sleepy now. Upon arrival here in Oakland, I learned that apparently my bag got left behind on my transfer. I'm just hoping it didn't sent to San Diego, and that I have it at some point tonight.
The good news- I got a glimpse of the Grand Canyon! It was so beautiful I can't wait do to a road trip across the country! Looking at the different landscapes out the plane window makes you appreciate the beauty in this world.
After checking into my hotel in rainy, foggy Oakland I decided to venture out for some provisions. I was lucky enough to score a fridge and microwave so I can keep healthy foods available. And I even got a chance to check out Trader Joe's, (Anyone need Peanut Flour???- because they have some.)
I picked up seltzer water, honey Greek yogurt, mixed berry yogurt, spicy hummus, cilantro and jalapeno hummus, baby carrots, bananas, apples, unsalted pistachios, natural peanut butter with roasted flaxseeds, lentil wrap with tahini dressing, and a salad with pear and Gorgonzola. Oh, and some dark chocolate non-pareils. (Happy Valentine's Day to ME!!) Don't worry they will be rationed appropriately.
I also brought some KIND bars and Larabars too, but for now they are in my suitcase which is somewhere in the Continental US- hopefully! My luggage also has all my chargers- seem to require at least 5 different ones to keep everything operating.
Alright well I think I'm going to go relax a bit, pray my bags come soon, and maybe eat some dinner soon- maybe salad.
Have you been to the Grand Canyon? Did you ever have your luggage lost?
I spend my Valentine's Day flying the friendly skies with "LUV" Airlines, AKA Southwest. In the terminal I was greeted by this kissing booth, but I'm a married woman so I did not partake. Don't worry though no actual kisses were being given, only the Hershey versions.
My husband dropped me off bright and early at 6am, I didn't sleep last night, I didn't sleep on the flight, and for some reason I'm not even sleepy now. Upon arrival here in Oakland, I learned that apparently my bag got left behind on my transfer. I'm just hoping it didn't sent to San Diego, and that I have it at some point tonight.
The good news- I got a glimpse of the Grand Canyon! It was so beautiful I can't wait do to a road trip across the country! Looking at the different landscapes out the plane window makes you appreciate the beauty in this world.
After checking into my hotel in rainy, foggy Oakland I decided to venture out for some provisions. I was lucky enough to score a fridge and microwave so I can keep healthy foods available. And I even got a chance to check out Trader Joe's, (Anyone need Peanut Flour???- because they have some.)
I picked up seltzer water, honey Greek yogurt, mixed berry yogurt, spicy hummus, cilantro and jalapeno hummus, baby carrots, bananas, apples, unsalted pistachios, natural peanut butter with roasted flaxseeds, lentil wrap with tahini dressing, and a salad with pear and Gorgonzola. Oh, and some dark chocolate non-pareils. (Happy Valentine's Day to ME!!) Don't worry they will be rationed appropriately.
I also brought some KIND bars and Larabars too, but for now they are in my suitcase which is somewhere in the Continental US- hopefully! My luggage also has all my chargers- seem to require at least 5 different ones to keep everything operating.
Alright well I think I'm going to go relax a bit, pray my bags come soon, and maybe eat some dinner soon- maybe salad.
Have you been to the Grand Canyon? Did you ever have your luggage lost?
Friday, February 11, 2011
Queen of Hearts..
You all made some pretty good guesses!
The scissors, ruler, xacto blade, printer and laminating sheets were used to create these:
They are oversized playing cards personalized with my friend Emily as the Queen of Hearts, her husband as the Joker and their dog as the face on the septor. Emily was the birthday girl and it was a surprise party so I didn't want ruin anything.
The 'food items' included four 9x13 white cakes and frosting- isn't frosting the best part? The spatula and food items to create this:
Fully assembled I came up with this beauty...
So now you're probably wondering- was she surprised? Yes she definitely was, and her husband definitely put a lot of effort into planning! He made little paninis, pizzas, quasdillas, cheese and crackers, chips and dip, and other tasty treats. The party had a casino theme with lots of great decorations, gambling chips for the guests, a black jack table, and beer pong with wagers.
It was a great night! How was your Friday night???
The scissors, ruler, xacto blade, printer and laminating sheets were used to create these:
They are oversized playing cards personalized with my friend Emily as the Queen of Hearts, her husband as the Joker and their dog as the face on the septor. Emily was the birthday girl and it was a surprise party so I didn't want ruin anything.
The 'food items' included four 9x13 white cakes and frosting- isn't frosting the best part? The spatula and food items to create this:
Fully assembled I came up with this beauty...
So now you're probably wondering- was she surprised? Yes she definitely was, and her husband definitely put a lot of effort into planning! He made little paninis, pizzas, quasdillas, cheese and crackers, chips and dip, and other tasty treats. The party had a casino theme with lots of great decorations, gambling chips for the guests, a black jack table, and beer pong with wagers.
It was a great night! How was your Friday night???
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Getting Crafty...
I can't show you any pictures just yet, but I've been getting crafty tonight. It is a small project that I will hopefully unveil for you tomorrow when it is finished.
Until then we'll play a game. Guess what it is that I'm creating based on the tools I'm working with:
-Scissors
-Spatula
-Ruler
-Laminated sheets
-Printer
-Xacto blades
-Food items
Oh the fun I having over here!!! Off to finish it up!
Make a guess and have a great night!
Until then we'll play a game. Guess what it is that I'm creating based on the tools I'm working with:
-Scissors
-Spatula
-Ruler
-Laminated sheets
-Printer
-Xacto blades
-Food items
Oh the fun I having over here!!! Off to finish it up!
Make a guess and have a great night!
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