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1. Awwwr. Gush. Thank you guys so much for all your sweet comments on Spoons’ birthday post! I very much doubt that I’d be blogging if it wasn’t for the amazing connections that I’ve made with both readers and bloggers alike, so I really hope you know how much ya mean to me! Here’s to many more exciting years together.
2. Can we drink to that? Of course we can! But we’re gonna keep it G-rated since I know some people aren’t quite at the legal age threshold yet, and I don’t wanna leave anyone out. How does a rich and creamy smoothie sound? With chocolate… and coconut… and almonds. If that sounds good to you, then check out my Almond Joy Smoothie recipe over on Savory Style! I’m kind of obsessed…
3. Speaking of obsessions, I’m very much in love with my new shoes.
I’ve been hunting for a pair of Nikes for months now, but I couldn’t find a colour/style that I loved. I pretty much gave up the search before randomly happening across this pair of Wildhorse GTXs when I was in Winners the other day looking for cute food photography props. They’re basically perfect for me — black and charcoal (my favourite colours to wear) with a lovely pop of colour. Exactly my style.
4. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, I did actually manage to find some cute food photography props… specifically, new plates and bowls…
And while I’d love to share the recipe for the delicious muffins sitting on top of them, I’m gonna have to hold out on you guys for a few more weeks. Sorry!
5. I don’t usually pay a lot of attention to junk mail, but every now and then I’ll get one that really makes me laugh…
I’m pretty sure the only way to respond to that one is… “wtf?!“
6. In other “wtf” news, I walked into my closet the other day and saw, not one, but two fruit flies buzzing around… And no, I don’t use my pantry as a closet. I do store kitchen linens and random baking pans in my microwave, though 😉
7. I also do object against the false claims that there are 6.5 servings in this bag of granola…
Either that or I completely lack all sense of decency portion control when it comes to these things. It’s probably the latter 😆
8. What I don’t lack is the ability to be easily amused. Tee hee, carrot balls!
9. And on that happy note, it’s time for me to say goodbye to your friendly faces for a few days. Remember how I mentioned that I’ll be taking a trip to Whistler? Today’s the day! Actually, I’m probably already en route as we speak, so hopefully we don’t run into any SNAFUs along the way. I’ll be checking in with you guys on Sunday for some Link Love, but other than that, I’ll talk to you again on Tuesday! 😀
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I am also in love with those shoes! I can’t wait to get some pretty plates for my food photography. I have one white plate lol.
I loveeee those Nikes. I wanted purple sneakers forever then randomly found my Nike Flyknits. They are the best! (Except my feet swell #runnerprobs so they get tight).
Anxiously awaiting those muffins, btw!
I absolutely love that plate design!! Enjoy your trip! X
LOVE the new shoes!!! And I totally feel ya on the granola. 1/2 cup is a serving … what?! Who only eats 1/2 cup in one sitting?? Have a wonderful trip!!
P.S. Maybe I’m just not seeing correctly, but I don’t see the link-up!
That microwave picture totally cracks me up! I have also heard of people doing that with their ovens. I use both way too frequently to be able to do that. Luckily I have lots of cabinet space AND a pantry!
Oh ma goodness, I’m dying to get that muffin recipe. They look divine! Also, happy belated birthday to Spoons!! xoxo 🙂
Excellent idea storing randoms in the microwave…note taken. And as for serving sizes: to heck with them. I eat what I want; I shan’t be limited! 😉
Ahh…Whistler…its near the top of my list of place I want to visit! I’m excited to hear all about it!
Serving size is a joke. I have yet to meet someone who thinks that serving sizes are even remotely close to what people really eat! Have you ever looked at the serving size on cooking spray? It’s measured in seconds and apparently one can has like 900 “servings” – lol!
I feel like the fruit flies have been in the weirdest places this year. There’s one corner of my living room when there’s ALWAYS one bothering me. I kill it and then his friend is there…and then the game continues. 🙁
I can see how the ‘raw virgin human hair from China’ email might sound a bit odd for anyone who’s not familiar with the hair industry or doesn’t use hair extensions. I don’t either mind you but a friend of mine is a hair stylist so she’s told me a bit about it. “Virgin” basically just means nothing’s been done to the hair. Anyway, like most, if not all, global industries it has a not so pleasant side, of poor people being exploited so that we in the West can have nice wigs and hair extensions with real human hair…. This is pretty informative if you want to know more: http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2012/oct/28/hair-extension-global-trade-secrets
Ahhhh those muffins look super good!!! I can’t wait for the recipe!! We had a recent fly problem at our house, I was convinced our house was haunted hahaha good news the flies are gone! Bahahahahaha 😆 I love reading junk mail for that reason!!!
I’m glad you found some Nikes you like. I like the ones you got. I can’t wait to see that muffin recipe. They look delicious! Have fun in Whistler and I can’t wait to see picture whenever you get back!
I hate fruit flies! Last week, I had a few bananas on the counter that were starting to turn brown, which inevitably attracted some fruit flies. Well, after I noticed the flies, I cut the bananas up and immediately put them into the freezer. Then the flies went away…thank goodness for that!
Blog-Birthday + Almond Joy Smoothies + Really cute tennys…GEEZ I’ve missed SO MUCH being away in Vlogging world for the month!
I’m so ready for August to be over and to be back to typing instead of speaking. 🙂 🙂
I hope your trip is lovely! 🙂
Great score at winners! Also have fun in Whistler!Can’t wait to hear about it.
I haven’t caught up on blog reading, so happy bday to spoons! obsessed with my nike frees. looove.
i love love LOVE new sneaks and fun colors! It makes working out alot better 🙂
hahaha….carrot balls. The shoes are cute! I’m due for some new ones, and Nikes are always my favourite. Jealous of your Whistler trip! Take me next year? 😉
Shopping for food photography props is my favorite hobby. I can’t go into a store without browsing the plates/bowls for any good finds. It’ssssssss kind of a problem. Have fun on your trip love!
I wish I was more of a fan of carrots. I mean, they’re okay, but I’ve recently discovered that they’re just not my favorite. After we went through two unopened bags two weeks in a row, my husband and I decided to get off the carrot train ;). Have a great time in Whistler!
Hey Amanda, how long does it usually take for you to whip up a post?
Ahh I missed the Spoons birthday post, but I definitely want to wish you a happy blog birthday, Amanda!! Your blog never fails to make me smile and think and drool. I’ve loved getting to know you so well in this great big blog world! ♥
Have fun in Whistler!!
PS— I have that same white plate! So pretty.
Never even thought about using the microwave for storage – genius!!!
Have a fantastic trip! I think bags lie with a lot of portion sizes 😉 I do have to say granola and nuts are the ones that I think are crazy small and the bags are too tiny to even consider 6.5 servings in there! ha Love the new plates! I’ve never heard of that store, but to buy Nikes and food props in it, sounds like a perfect store!
Fruit flies are the scourge of the world, as far as I am concerned. Have an amazing time in Whistler! My family was going to go there one year to ski, but it ended up being too warm of a year. Le sigh. I would love to go now, though.
Have a great trip! Loving those new shoes AND the dishes! I need some of both and haven’t been able to find THE ones yet 🙂
The ‘microwave as storage union’ makes me kind of skeevish. I’d be afraid to accidentially turn it on not thinking about the [metal?!] dishes in there. Then again, I’d be unlikely to ever turn my microwave in a closet because I use it too often for that.
Cereal-wise you need to come over here. German boxes don’t list servings. You’ll find the nutritional stats per 100 g/3.5 oz and then it’s up to you to go to town. 1/4 a box as a serving? Might as well be …
Happy whistling in Whistler 😉 .
Have a great trip Amanda and enjoy it. The flies have really been out in full force lately!
I do think Nike makes a mean looking sneaker, most of their sneakers have some serious kickbutt color combinations.
Love the new props! I’ve had those pesky fruit flies as well, WTH. Hope you have a wonderful trip!
Have a terrific trip! I am laughing at the stuff in the microwave. I feel like I use mine too much to keep stuff in there but I keep my baking pans in the oven if that counts for anything lol. I do believe Carrie Bradshaw kept shoes or random things in her oven because she never used it for cooking. And, we both posted about new sneakers today! Forgot to tell you I picked up a new pair the other day.
Have a wonderful trip Love!! I can not wait for the pics!
And congrats on the sneakers. You know I am obsessed and I LOVE these!!
I have never seen a carrot ball before. How weird! And I am always on the hunt for a cute pair of sneakers, so I’m glad you found yours!
Ah those muffins looks so inviting! Looking forward to the recipe.
Have an AWESOME trip lovely lady!
Have a great trip!! Cant wait to see photos! 🙂 and lol i agree there are not 6.5 servings in that bag of granola. I had a similar conversation with a container of nuts the other day. There were supposed to be 9 servings! um nope. there were 2 🙂 LOVE your shoes!
CARROT BALLS.
Best thing ever. And be soooo careful with the microwave shindig….I once stored plastic containers in there and the queen of all Twats (niki) didn’t look and microwaved food in there and …. yep. Blew it up. Two microwaves wrecked by her!
YOU GOT THE SHOES.
LOVE those new shoes!
Have a fabulous trip, girl!
I’d take that smoothie over any other “adult” beverage anyday! Cannot wait for that muffin recipe lady!
Have a wonderful and safe trip – see ya Tuesday!
Have a super trip, Amanda! That smoothie looks all kinds of wonderful- I’ve been obsessed with coconut chips dipped in almond butter lately but add chocolate to the mix? Helllo heaven in my mouth! Your sneakers are looking great! I am an Asics girl and while I can’t say enough good things about their comfort and support, they need to work on the appearance of their shoes…Nike could teach them a thing or 2!