…I’m falling in love.
Know that song by Foster for the People? Love them. 
I also love this little guy. I had to leave him back home in New York, but he is always in my heart.
Or this cereal find. I’m trying out this original this time.
Getting some groceries; oats, fruit and such.
More trail mix too.
Now for some overnight “chia” breakfast pudding?
Okay so it isn’t exactly pudding, but to me it had that “essence.” Maybe not really at all, but it tasted better then overnight oats to me. All you will need is the following:
- 1/4 cup of your favorite regular or Greek yogurt (I used Stonyfield vanilla soy)
- 1 1/2 Tbsps of Q’ia (or just chia seeds)
- 2-3 Tbsps of Quick Oats
- 2-3 Tbsps of Your Choice Milk (I used vanilla soy)
- 2 tsps of Pure Maple Syrup (optional or save for topping)
Mix the ingredients well together. If it seems to liquidy, don’t worry! The chia seeds will absorb the moisture. Let it sit in the fridge overnight. If you want, you can even add more yogurt or soy to get it to a more pudding consistency before you eat it in the morning.
I usually add 1-2 Tbsps of extra. When your ready to eat it for breakfast you can drizzle some maple syrup if you’d like or top with hemp seeds, dried fruit or whatever your heart desires!
Question: Are you a chia fan? Or do you stick with flax seeds? I heard that chia seeds are better then flax seeds but I haven’t personally done my research on that. Thoughts?
Oh and I forget to mention I went to lunch with one of my good friends and her daughter. We went to 
When I go to the mall, I always go to Godiva. Tradition.
Every time I take a little road trippy to New York, I always find this in my hands. I promise I wasn’t driving when I took this picture. Scouts honor.
This weekend I took my grandma to lunch at 
My brother and I made dinner for the family.
Desserts and breakfast cakes too!
It was an awesome week. Now time for lunch with mom and grandma and movies later with my little brother. It’s my early birthday celebration today. More in two weeks!
You guessed it… it’s a kitchen Massachusetts. Yes, I am back in the North Shore. Who, what, when, why is probably on your mind right about now. As you know I went back to New York because I was just too sick to take care of myself and my parents felt it would be better if I went home. 
But now I am feeling strong and I decided a month ago to apply to some programs for my school a couple of months ago and see if any would work. One started in July and I wanted to do it, but I wasn’t sure what to say to my parents or what to do about my job (which is now my ex-job).
I told my mom in early May about my plan and then I spoke to my dad during our trip to 
The people living in it are simply awesome. They are so loving and caring. Here is the view from one side from my room. Just so crisp, calm and refreshing.
It’s very hard to meet genuinely nice people but now I have and it brings a smile to my face to have new friends. They even made me “welcome home” dinner. It was delish!
So made them some 
There is even a cute little pet on the outside. Doesn’t Tiger look just like Hercules?
I even got had an interview with this place on Wednesday and it went really well.
So well that I got a call and… I got the job! I am super excited! Ya’ll know I just love Planet Fitness and love the gym. It’s a win-win situation.
Though my mind said yes and I was all packed and ready to go with my snacks, I just couldn’t. I never felt so much pain and exhaustion in my body. I definitely coffee overdosed this week to try to keep going. I decided to see if the hotel would refund me and they did. 
I’m pretty sure because they were overbooked and I can retake the exam in the Cape Cod conference which is less then two months away. Not too shabby. I’ve been eating dairy here and there. Listening to my body and of course making sure it’s only organic. It’s just me being lazy to cook or think what to eat. 
Look what I found; new 
Also I’ve been eating 
And what is this? Well, you will have to stay tuned. So much to tell!
Question: Have you ever had a moment where you just had to say no? Whether it was to your friend, to yourself or anyone? Or maybe to a job or trip?
Lunches and dinners have been the same just like 
Or maybe asparagus with chicken and a couple of bocchinis (little fresh mozzarella balls).
I’ve gone out a few times this past week and I went to Panera with a friend and had a turkey sandwich on honey wheat bread. It was super delicious!
Desserts and snacks? Same, same. Trail mixes or fruit. My cup of tea!
She’s too cute!
Frolicking in the Rose Garden.
Simply beautiful.
We also had coffee and lunch together. I had a turkey and bacon panini with pesto, cheddar, tomatoes and arugula. Best sandwich I’ve had in ages.
And how could I forget? On Saturday, we went to see 
I loved getting a little glittery.
It was a pretty good show! I had fun with my moms and I am glad she enjoyed her evening.
Sorry I’ve been MIA, it’s just been pretty hectic for me and I am trying to even remember to eat or pee sometimes. I know that may be too much information, but it’s quite true!
