Friday #happydance! 😀
So I had every intention of posting a recipe today, but when it came time to sit down and write up the actual post, the last thing I wanted to do was talk about smoothies. Not that they’re not fabulous, but I just wasn’t feeling it… and when you’re trying to sell a smoothie and the best adjectives you can come up with are “cold, creamy, and delicious” it might just be time to step away from the computer for a little while… so I went ahead and painted my toes instead… [with OPI’s Didgeridoo Your Nails?]…
As much as I love sharing recipes, eats, and thinking out loud, sometimes I just want to sit down and chat with you guys… ya know? About everything and nothing in particular.
I want to tell you that… I spent most of the day so far packing for my trip to Disneyland…
… with basically no idea as to what I was supposed to be putting in my suitcase 😯
I want to tell you that… I had to take a break from packing to bust out a happy dance when this gem showed up in my news feed this afternoon…
Remember my GF Snickerdoodle Truffles? I made them as part of Udi’s Fall Comfort Challenge, and they ended up taking first place in all of Canada. Colour me smitten 😀
I want to tell you that… Canadian Target is a bit of a disappointment compared to American Target, but that I still managed to find a few things worth buying [for my trip]… [but I already broke into the cocoa bunnies]… [oops]…
Annie’s Cocoa & Vanilla Bunny Cookies — Archer Farms instant oats — Annie’s cheddar snack mix
I want to tell you that… even though it might not be the best idea, I’m probably going to end up getting in one more snowboarding trip tonight…
… so please keep your fingers crossed that I don’t break my leg or head. It would be inconvenient.
I want to tell you that… I’d never leave without saying goodbye and that you’ll hardly even notice I’m gone. I’m leaving tomorrow (Saturday) morning and coming back on Thursday evening, but I managed to get some posts scheduled for the days I’ll be away, so make sure to drop by — especially on Sunday and Thursday so that you can add your own link to the Link Love party and do some Thinking Out Loud.
I want to tell you that… you should most definitely follow me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram if you want to keep up with some of my shenanigans while I’m gone. I’m not the best at writing blog posts on vacation (hence the scheduling), but I’ll be updating my social media accounts with pics from my trip.
I want to tell you that… I’ll miss you, I love you, and I’ll talk to you soon!
Help a girl out! What do I pack for California in January?
What foods do I need to pick up from Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s?
And… chocolate or cheese? (bunnies on the brain)
There’s definately a great deal to find out about this topic. I like all the points you’ve made.|
Congratulations on winning the Udi’s challenge. That is fan-flipping-tastic news and well deserved. I’ll have to start telling people I knew you when. Matter of fact, can you send me your autograph now because pretty soon you’re going to blow up. I told you before but you are blogging gold, my dear.
Have all the fun in Disney!!! And I love that you packed those adorable Minnie ears. I hope you rock them with tourist pride! Congrats on udi’s!
Ahhhhh! Congratulations on the Udi win girlie! That is AWESOME! You deserve it…those snickerdoodle truffles looked insane! I hope you’re having fun on your trip to Disney! Get a picture with some princesses for me! 😉
Omg, I haven’t been to TJ’s OR WF’s in what feels like forever! I was aiming to go this past weekend, but my darn sleep schedule (or lack of one I should say) ended up ruining my plans! But I WILL tell you the main reason I was going was to get this: http://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Essentials-Decadent-Blend-Coconut/dp/B00CS5T2C2 I have two incredibly trustworthy sources (Laura and Melissa) who say it’s amazing AND there’s a coupon in the Whole Deal for it! 😀
I saw that Udi’s post come up in my Twitter feed the other day! I didn’t even realize it was your recipe! Yay for you 🙂 They look amazing, by the way. Have a great trip!
Have fun on your trip! And congrats on your GF truffles getting props – they look amazing!
Enjoy california and Disneyland, omg so excited for you!!!
I can totally get not wanting to write a post you had planned. I have a lot of posts in draft ready to be posted but I haven’t finished writing them as I haven’t felt like posting them.
We don’t have TJ or Whole Foods here so I don’t know what to tell you to buy!
Have a great trip!
Have FUN!!!!!
And CONGRATULATIONS on winning the recipe contest! That one is on my list!
Have fun!!!! And soak up a little of the warm sunshine for us!
Def chocolate (Bunnies) Or actually the snicker doodle bunnies are the bestest!
I’m still super jealous you get to go to California and Disneyland! Ahh, the happiest place on Earth. 🙂
Congrats on the recipe admiration (I think I can call it that..) That’s amazing! Great job! 😀
That nail color looks so pretty! I need to get onto painting my nails..
I hope you have safe travels and a great time.
I’ll miss ya! 😀
By the way, I liked this type of post. It’s nice to read just a sit down and talk post. Ya know? 🙂
Congrats congrats congrats!!! Those snickerdoodle truffles look uh-mazing! Have fun in Disney! Oh, and your nails are so cute. I only have patience for one and then it looks awkward so I HAVE to finish the second, which is usually my right hand … and yeah, I really feel like wiping it all off after that, but I’m too lazy, so I never paint my nails anymore:)
Congrats on winning Udi’s challenge! That recipe looks insanely delicious, so no wonder it won!
Have I mentioned how jealous I am that you get to escape this torturous weather? 😛 Seriously though, have an awesome trip! I can’t wait to hear about it and see what awesome stuff you buy. Definitely get coconut chips from TJs – I’m obsessed!
I hope you have a great time!
Have a safe trip! As for packing, I would definitely just look at the forecast and go from there since the weather all over the US has been all sorts of crazy lately. I definitely would choose anything chocolate > cheese. I just have a sweet tooth when it comes to snacks.
At Trader Joes, I would DEFINITELY go for the Speculoos spread (if it’s peanut allergy friendly – fingers crossed for you!!!) and (this sounds weird) “Just bananas… flattened”. It’s like banana jerky. And it’s DELICIOUS. It’s something you look at and scoff but oh my LANTA it is good.
Please enjoy your trip and take pictures with a bunch of characters for me. THANKS! Miss you tons already <3
I keep hearing so many good things about that cookie butter! Better be peanut-free 😡
Have fun on your trip girly!
Love the Target comment.. I was so excited to get it although I had a feeling it wouldn’t be the same..
Congrats on winning!! that’s awesome and Those Minnie mouse ears are the cutest! can’t wait to see pictures from your trip 🙂
have the best trip gorgeous! Disconnect and give yourself a break. I’ll be missing you but I know how much you deserve a Disneyland getaway so relax a ton! Love ya xo
Congratulations Snickerdoodle Champ. That’s awesome!
It was a little overcast here yesterday but the weather looks good for the upcoming days. I think Wednesday is supposed to be the warmest (mid 80’s.) On Wednesdays Whole Foods (at least the one in Pasadena) has two dollars off the salad bar/hot food items. I’m not much of a bar fan but they sell these Core bars in which the ingredients are basically what you put in a bowl of oatmeal (oats, banana, cinnamon, walnuts or almonds.) They do not contain peanuts but I am not sure if they are processed in a factory where cross contamination might be an issue (I didn’t read the label that throughly.) At Trader Joe’s I’m a big fan of the raw almond butter, eggplant hummus, and New Zealand dried apple rings.
Hope your trip is magical!