try something new

I like butter. I enjoy eggs, milk and meat too. Although I eat vegetarian meals a good majority of the time, I am not prepared to give up animal products in my baked goods.

When my good friend suggested I try a vegan cookie recipe from The Kind Diet, I smiled and nodded and didn't think much more about it, that is until she made them for me. I was pleasantly surprised with the taste and texture, in fact I have thought about those cookies several times since she made them for me. Tonight I finally made them for myself. They are a nice change to work into your baking repertoire...give them a try, you might just love them.

Click here to get the recipe.

once in a blue moon

Josh and I started 2010 at the Beat the New Year 5K race at 11:30 last night. Ironically, last night was also a blue moon, the 2nd full moon in a month. It was a fun way to ring in the new year together, doing something we love. A couple sweet friends came out to support us (thanks D, J & F!) which made the evening even better!


{post race and ready for bed}


{everyone had the same race number}

keeping it up

Three weeks ago, I completed my first 5K run. It was such a great feeling to finish and meet the challenge I had issued myself a few months ago. I am looking for another race to train for, so that I will stay focused on running.

In the meantime, I got myself some new gear for those upcoming winter runs.


{nike pegasus +26}


{nike cold weather running pants}

I also have my eye on this gadget (wink, wink, Santa).


{nike+ sportband}

run, run, as fast as you can...

...and you'd probably catch me. My life would be short if I were a gingerbread man.

I didn't intend to start running, it just sort of happened. I am by no means a fast or natural runner. Each run challenges me physically and mentally, it is not easy. I have been running regularly for about 3 months, and although my progress has been slow, I have learned to enjoy it and to celebrate my small accomplishments and improved health.

In 3 weeks I will run my first 5K, I am excited and nervous all at the same time. I never thought I would voluntarily run anywhere except away from a fire or to a major sale...I find so much joy in life's little suprises.


{gingy}

finding more meaning

This looks so good!

wise one

I have three wisdom teeth. Notice that I said "have", as in they are still with me. When most people were having their wisdom teeth removed years ago, mine had not descended and weren't ready to come out. I kind of hoped that would always be the case.

This week one of them poked through. Well, hello! I imagine he (and his two little cohorts) won't be with me too much longer, but I am hoping that he can offer me some wisdom and enlightenment during his stay.

hot bod

I have been practicing Pilates on and off for about 4 years, and I absolutely love it. The physical and mental benefits are tremendous.

I am so amazed by the man who founded it all, Joseph Pilates. Seriously, who looks like this at 77?


{joseph pilates at age 77}

big girl sippy cup

I hate water. I always have. In an effort to overcome this like a big girl, I'll be toting around one of these bad boys...at least I'll look cool. Wish me luck.


{spring is sprung water bottle by sigg}