Friday Countdown

by tinareale on January 18, 2013

Good morning again! Oh, I had so much fun yesterday and learned so much. I don’t have time to share it all just yet, though. So you and I will have to wait until next week. Until then, I have some Friday fun! Then, go have a great weekend. I know I plan to do so. Finishing up this wonderful trip then loving on my family.

5 Links to Check Out

Do your dreams sometimes get you down? Do you expect too much of yourself? Megan’s post on changing your expectations to be more kind to yourself blew me away.
I love FitFluential – not only for the amazing people but also for the amazing tips and information they always share. Check out 5 Tips to Keeping A Food Journal!
I think this site is quickly becoming one of my favorites. Treats With A Twist? I won’t deny that! Like Melissa’s Zucchini Oat Breakfast Loaf. Now that is a satisfying looking breakfast.
A lady who shares my affection for Cathe and Mexican and covers both in one post. Although I’m most interested in the Roasted Vegetable Enchilada Casserole.
I am pretty sure I need some of this Butternut Squash Cilantro Hummus in my life.

4 Scenes from the Week

How cool is this water bottle filler that was part of the water fountains in the Atlanta Airport?!

Genius idea for a more milkshake-y consistency for smoothies? Freeze your milk base (I used Silk Chocolate PureAlmond) in ice cube trays. Use 4 cups plus another 1/2 cup of liquid almond milk and the rest of your smoothie ingredients for a super creamy blend. #sogood #postworkoutdessert

And because I’m apparently on a food kick…here’s a dinner concoction I fell in love with this week. Spaghetti squash mixed with Sundried Tomato Laughing Cow, turkey sausage, broccoli, onion, and red bell peppers. Very filling and very nutritious.

To mix things up, I will share this funny story brought to you by Braedon. I told him he could bring one thing into the car to play with, per usual since it helps the kids get out the door easier. What does Mr. Smartypants do? Grabs a bucket FULL of other toys as his “one thing” to bring. I don’t want to think of the creative conniving he will have as a teenager.

3 Faces I’m Missing Right Now

Love them! Cannot wait to see them tomorrow!

2 Best Body Fitness Posts of the Week

1 Completely Random Thing That I Totally “Need”

Lobster Love Card Source

“You’re my lobster” Valentine’s cards. How me are these?!

Your Turn: Random foodie tip, trick, mix you’ve been doing recently?

Tagged as: fun, weekend countdown

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1 Brittany (Healthy Slice of Life) January 18, 2013 at 7:53 am

Oh my gosh, I need that lobster card! any good Friends fan does, really. <3

Safe travels and have fun!

2 Laura @ Mommy Run Fast January 18, 2013 at 8:08 am

I was just thinking I need to freeze my almond milk for smoothies… great tip. And hope you are home safely soon, and get to give and receive lots of little hugs!

3 Brittany @ Britt's Blurbs January 18, 2013 at 8:24 am

You’ll have to let me know if you make the hummus! So good!
Those frozen milk cubes are a brilliant idea as well! I’ll have to try that!

Have a good weekend!

4 Katie @ Talk Less, Say More January 18, 2013 at 8:52 am

Oh my goodness, what a little smartie you’ve got on your hands! Silly boy!

5 Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries January 18, 2013 at 8:54 am

So glad to hear you’re having a great time! Looking forward to hearing more about it! I saw one of those water bottle fountains at the airport in SLC, and I thought it was SO cool!

6 Amanda @ Romancing the Unusual January 18, 2013 at 9:00 am

That’s hilarious. I kind of love that he grabbed the bucket full of toys! Smart boy.

7 Katie @ Peace Love & Oats January 18, 2013 at 9:56 am

Haha at least you know Braedon is a smart kid! And I love those water bottle fillers at airports, now I get annoyed when I DON’T see them!

8 Sara @ fitcupcaker January 18, 2013 at 10:19 am

Ive been making so many protein snacks lately… I cant get enough of it!

9 Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table January 18, 2013 at 10:22 am

I was thrilled when ATL put in those water fountains! Can’t wait to hear about your trip!

That pic of B cracked me up on IG. Smart kid!!

10 Paige @ Your Trainer Paige January 18, 2013 at 11:21 am

So excited to hear about your trip! Loved the picture you posted with the hair nets

11 Olivia Hill @ life as liv January 18, 2013 at 1:12 pm

I’m definitely going to have to find those lobster valentine’s day card. I’m completely in love.

12 purelytwins January 18, 2013 at 1:18 pm

That hummus does sound amazing.
Look forward in hearing about the trip! It is always nice to get away, but missing loved ones does start to kick in after awhile

13 Michelle@Peachy Palate January 18, 2013 at 2:26 pm